Legal
You need to be aware of the raft of rules, regulations, and laws which govern all aspects of running a business in the UK – from employing people, to being a company director.
Key Guides
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IP guide for small businesses – trademarks, patents, copyright and design rights
As a small business owner, you’ve probably heard of the phrase “Intellectual Property”, or IP as it’s commonly referred to. But studies show that despite knowing what Intellectual Property is, many small businesses assume that…
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What are the legal implications if you can’t fulfil a contract
Where do you stand legally if you have outstanding contracts that you cannot fulfil through no fault of your own, or have contracts with others for the supply of goods or services which they cannot…
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Guide to employment contracts for small businesses
As a small business owner, your legal responsibilities when taking on staff can be somewhat daunting but with a little help you can soon get your head around what’s needed. One of your first duties…
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How the Employment Tribunal works
Are you an employer that is being taken to the Employment Tribunal by an employee for alleged sexual harassment or racial discrimination or for unfair dismissal? Are you an employee that feels your job situation…
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How to choose a solicitor for your small business
When running your business, there may be times when you’ll need to obtain legal advice. Quite often, a solicitor will be called upon to review a contract, or to provide a legal opinion on a…
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Practical tips on navigating the patent process
Starting your own business isn’t plain sailing. It throws lots of new challenges at us, each with their good, bad and ugly dimensions. And registering a patent is no different.