Copyright infringement can be defined in numerous ways, some of which include piracy, theft and freebooting.
Legally, the term is used when an individual uses any works protected by copyright law, without permission, which then leads to the infringement of any exclusive rights granted to the copyright holder.Read More »Legal implications of copyright infringement
If you are selling any products or services online, you need to comply with e-commerce regulations.
But what exactly must your business do to comply with these regulations? We asked Adrien Herbert of Lawbite to explain;Read More »A small business guide to e-commerce regulations
Once a contract of employment is in place, notice has to be given by either party to the contract to end it. There are two types of notice periods; statutory notice and contractual notice.
Read More »Statutory & contractual notice periods – advice for small businesses
It is vitally important for business owners and managers to understand their duty to comply with UK fire safety regulations, as the consequences are potentially very serious.
Read More »What are the compulsory fire safety regulations for UK businesses?
For many small employers, providing a workplace pension, because of Automatic Enrolment, will be brand new territory. With a wide range of providers to choose… Read More »5 things to consider when choosing a pension scheme for your business
Many family businesses struggle with governance structures and an estimated 100,000 businesses pass out of family control each year because of the failure to draft succession plans or business pressures.
Read More »Family charters – a guide to governance structures for small businesses
Of all the many things that can disrupt or wreck a business, a change in ownership must be near the top of the list. When… Read More »Passing your family business to the next generation – legal guide
The Companies Bill, formerly called Company Law Reform Bill, received Royal Assent on the 8th November 2006. The Companies Act 2006 (‘the Act’) consists of… Read More »Companies Act 2006 and private companies – key points
New start-ups and small businesses often fail to give much thought to their standard “Terms and Conditions of Business” (T&Cs). That is, until there is a dispute with a customer, by which time it may be too late.
Read More »Why it’s vital to have clear ‘Terms & Conditions’ for your business
As all businesses and traders selling to consumers should know, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA) came into force on 1 October 2015 and overhauled the UK’s legislation on selling goods and services to consumers.
Read More »The Consumer Rights Act 2015 – 7 Key points for small businesses