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...
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Four Oaks Legal Services Acquired by 43Legal to Expand Legal Offering Across the Midlands
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
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...
An Agreement Made On WhatsApp Can Be Legally Binding
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...
Will the Company Directors (Duties) Bill Redefine Corporate Focus?
Will The Company Directors (Duties) Bill Redefine Corporate Focus?Summary The Company Directors (Duties) Bill introduces a mandatory stakeholder approach, requiring directors to promote the success of the company for shareholders, employees, and the environment. This amendment...
The Importance Of Good Corporate Governance
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 A Franchise Agreement Can Reduce The Risk Of Disputes
How A Franchise Agreement Can Reduce The Risk Of DisputesHow A Franchise Agreement Can Reduce The Risk Of Disputes Reaching a level of success that allows you to contemplate franchising your business is an incredible achievement and one of which you should be proud. It is...
A Guide To Resolving Board Disputes
A Guide To Resolving Board DisputesA recent boardroom dispute has resulted in the collapse of a proposed merger between Edinburgh-based Capricorn Energy and Newmed (Israel’s leading energy partnership). In late January 2023, the chief executive, chair, and three directors of...
How To Avoid Contract Termination Disputes
How To Avoid Contract Termination DisputesHow To Avoid Contract Termination Disputes The contractual clause that allows one party to terminate an agreement is a powerful provision. Drafted correctly, a contract termination clause can mitigate the risk of disputes which can not...


















