Exclusive Microsoft discount - download our start-up guide
START-UP AND SME RESOURCES
Overview of the latest legal news including the tale of two separate chancers who were found out by the courts, updated guidance on employee references and a case highlighting the need for contractors to check their employment status for the purposes of intellectual property rights ownership.
Date: 17 October 2018 By: Fanny Marshall
The UK's food industry is a tough one to succeed in. How to cope with the challenges of regulation, product development and sustainable growth.
Date: 21 September 2018 By: Victoria Harrison
Paying attention to staff welfare not only demonstrates you care about your employees, it's good for your bottom line. Three things you can do today.
Date: 14 September 2018 By: Andrew Simmons
Construction site managers need to do everything they can to reduce hazards and promote health and safety on their sites. Key points to consider.
Date: 14 September 2018 By: Victoria Harrison
you've accrued 12 penalty points through one or more driving offences, you could be disqualified - but not necessarily. Here's what to expect.
Date: 12 September 2018 By: Motoring Offence Lawyers
Handling a loved one's affairs is never easy, and for many it is new territory. Knowing the legal terms can help make things more manageable.
Date: 5 September 2018 By: Rachael Matthews
When hiring workers who were born overseas, it's important that you check their right to work in the UK - or face severe penalties. How the law works.
Date: 24 August 2018 By: Victoria Harrison
Even if you have a great idea to promote your business, you still need to comply with marketing laws - or face a penalty. The rules to be aware of.
Date: 22 August 2018 By: Remi Ashton
Among the many challenges when you start a business is finding suitable, safe premises to operate in. The health and safety rules you need to know.
Date: 17 August 2018 By: Victoria Harrison
Employers have a duty to make sure their employees are safe - including those working alone. The business impacts of failing to protect lone workers.
Date: 10 August 2018 By: SoloProtect
Overview of the latest legal news including a shock ruling on minimum wage, updated guidance on overtime payments, a new toolkit for managing drugs and alcohol misuse in the workplace and an Employment Appeal Tribunal ruling on a gross misconduct dismissal for a series of acts.
Date: 9 August 2018 By: Fanny Marshall
All businesses need to comply with relevant laws - from paying your tax to licencing and getting insurance. How to get your legal ducks in a row.
Date: 31 July 2018 By: Rachael Matthews
Businesses have an obligation - both legal and moral - to make as their premises accessible for those with disabilities. The steps you can take.
Date: 27 July 2018 By: Victoria Harrison
A recent Supreme Court case held that civil partnerships should be open to all couples - but action may be a long way off. What the law says now.
Date: 18 July 2018 By: Julian Waldon
Overview of the latest legal news and what it means for you including rulings that mean unscrupulous divorcees can't hide assets, employers can't cut employees' pay without consent and landlords can be found guilty of environmental offences even when the tenant causes the offence. There is also new guidance on dress codes.
Date: 11 July 2018 By: Fanny Marshall
Social media is a public forum - and one thoughtless, ill-judged or controversial post could have far-reaching consequences. How to stay safe.
Date: 19 June 2018 By: Peter Goodchild and Judith Embley
Overview of the latest legal news and what it means for you including rulings that mean some workers in the gig economy may be classed as 'workers' and therefore entitled to some workers' rights, new guidance on disclosure and barring checks and guidance for employers on religion and belief in the workplace.
Date: 15 June 2018 By: Fanny Marshall
