A Complete Guide To Avoiding Contract Disputes Contracts are the leading cause of business disputes in the UK, with around 70% of UK small and medium-sized enterprises having faced commercial disputes, with contractual issues being the most common source. More concerning,...
What Does An SRA Virtual Complaints Manager Do? Summary Law firms must have a clear, free-of-charge, first-tier complaints procedure that meets SRA Standards and Regulations, including prompt, fair handling and proper signposting to the Legal Ombudsman. The Legal...
Everything You Need To Know About A Virtual In-House Counsel Service Summary Virtual in-house legal counsel for small businesses offers ongoing legal advice from a dedicated solicitor on a part-time or retainer basis, rather than sporadic hourly billing. Traditional law...
A Legal Guide To International Franchising Summary International franchising relies on strong brand and know-how protection supported by a comprehensive agreement. Strategic choices on governing law and dispute resolution determine how rights can be enforced overseas....
Company Directors Must Comply With Confidentiality Agreements Warning For Company Directors Misusing Confidential Information Summary Confidentiality Agreements set clear rules for handling sensitive commercial information in corporate transactions. A recent High Court...
Kulkarni v Gwent Holdings Ltd - Can A Repudiatory Breach of Contract Be Remedied? Summary The Court of Appeal in Kulkarni v Gwent Holdings Ltd [2025] EWCA Civ 1206 held that a repudiatory breach of contract is not automatically incapable of remedy. Whether a breach can be...
Four Oaks Legal Services Acquired by 43Legal to Expand Legal Offering Across the Midlands We are pleased to announce that Four Oaks Legal Services has been acquired by 43Legal, a leading Solihull-based law firm known for its proactive,...
Restrictive Covenants In Franchise Agreements Summary Franchise agreements often contain restrictive covenants that limit what a franchisee can do during and after the contract. Buyers are sometimes unaware that, due to restrictive covenants...
How To Recognise A Business In Financial Distress Summary The UK is experiencing zero economic growth and a sustained rise in company insolvencies, with nearly 2,238 registered in May 2025, which is higher than previous months and years. Businesses are facing challenges due to...
An Agreement Made On WhatsApp Can Be Legally Binding Summary The High Court in Jaevee Homes Ltd v Fincham [2025] EWHC 942 (TCC) confirmed that WhatsApp messages between a property developer and a contractor created a binding contract. Scope of works, price, and payment terms...
How A Legal Risk And Compliance Audit Works Summary A legal risk and compliance audit identifies weaknesses in your company’s legal and operational systems before they cause real problems or disputes. The process includes a review of contracts, governance, HR policies, data...
What is the Difference Between 'Lawyer' and 'Solicitor' in England and Wales? Summary In England and Wales, ‘lawyer’ is not a protected title and can be used by anyone, qualified or not. Only certain legal titles are protected by law, including...
What Is AI Model Risk Management? Summary AI Model Risk Management is essential for organisations looking to integrate AI into existing processes or build bespoke machine learning systems. AI Model Risk Management will ensure transparency and regulatory/ethical compliance. It...
The Importance Of Good Corporate GovernanceThe High Court’s recent decision in JMW Solicitors LLP vs Injury Lawyers 4U Limited shows how important it is for company directors and shareholders to follow good corporate governance to avoid costly disputes. The case dealt with...
How Do I Get Fake Or Defamatory Online Reviews Removed? A Solicitor who specialises in reputation management and defamation can help you get fake or defamatory online reviews removed. They can also advise you on bringing a defamation claim if what is stated in the review is...
The Importance Of Carefully Drafted Commercial Contracts Every so often a case comes along that perfectly illustrates the risk of not getting your commercial contracts drafted by a Solicitor. The relatively recent decision in Grain Communications Limited v Shepherd Groundworks...
Can You Vary Or Terminate A Contract Because Of Trump Tariffs?Under the doctrine of absolute contracts, developed in the case of Paradine v Jane (1646) Aleyn 26, the general rule is that if a contract becomes difficult or even impossible to perform, the non-performing party is...
What Are Contractual Express And Implied Terms? Many contract disputes relate to one party (A) believing the other (B) had agreed to X and B either not understanding or being unaware that X was part of the contract. This type of scenario keeps Commercial Court Judges and...
Risk: Failure to Prevent Fraud Offence On 1 September 2025, the new offence of 'failure to prevent fraud' under section 199 of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA 2023) comes into force. The offence means some companies could be criminally...
Franchising - Understanding Non-Compete Clauses An essential risk management strategy to consider when franchising your business is how you will prevent a franchisee from taking everything they have learned from you, including your intellectual property, marketing techniques,...
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A Legal Guide To International Franchising ...
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An Agreement Made On WhatsApp Can Be Legally...