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Date: 19 September 2024

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What are the cybersecurity trends shaping workforce management?

Date: 11 September 2024

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A worker has an accident at work and has a finger amputated
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How do I claim compensation for fingers amputated at work?

Finger amputations are one of the most common workplace accidents. If you're a victim, the injury can be life changing. Here's how to claim compensation.

Date: 28 June 2024 By:

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What compensation can I expect for medical negligence?

Sometimes, medical professionals or services fall short of what we have come to expect. Here's what you can expect if you're a victim.

Date: 29 May 2024 By:

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What small businesses need to know about marketing laws

As a small business, you're not expected to know the detailed ins and outs of marketing law, but you do need to understand the basics. This blog walks you through the essentials.

Date: 22 May 2024 By:

An older couple write a will with the help of a solicitor
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Soaring number of inheritance disputes in England and Wales

Increasing numbers of people are contesting their loved ones' wills. We look at the reasons why those left behind feel they have no choice when a loved one dies.

Date: 9 April 2024 By:

A female HR manager reviews an employment contract for an overseas worker
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How to navigate compliance in a distributed workforce

Remote and geographically distant workforces are now quite commonplace. While offering a number of business benefits, it can multiply the complications of managing HR, tax and legal compliance.

Date: 20 March 2024 By:

A female computer engineer is implementing data secutiry measures
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Non-negotiables in data security: what you need to do today

A data breach can have serious and long-term business implications. Besides, there are rules you need to comply with requiring you to keep data safe. We look at the non-negotiables of data protection.

Date: 15 February 2024 By:

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Ten legal issues in software development

This article explores the top ten legal issues you need to consider before starting a new software development project.

Date: 4 January 2024 By:

Carrying out due diligence can help avoid expensive mistakes
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The main benefits of due diligence

Commercial transactions can be risky with sizeable amounts of money and reputations on the line. Due diligence can significantly reduce the risks. Here are the main benefits of due diligence.

Date: 21 November 2023 By:

A Gas Safe heating engineer services a domestic boiler
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What UK landlords need to know about boilers

If you're a UK residential landlord, you will have key responsibilities in relation to any boilers fitted in your properties. Read on to find out more.

Date: 11 September 2023 By:

A wacker plate on a roadside construction site
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Workplace wacker plate and plate compactor safety

Workplace safety is of paramount importance but some workplaces and equipment are more dangerous than others. How to ensure safety when staff are operating wacker plates and compactors.

Date: 17 July 2023 By:

A rat in a domestic kitchen
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What UK landlords need to know about pest control

Pest infestations are a landlord's and tenant's worst nightmare, but who is responsible for arranging pest control?

Date: 11 July 2023 By:

An intellectual property lawyer in her city-centre office
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Seven legal issues that can harm you and your business

Running a business can be both financially and personally fulfilling. However, there are legal difficulties that could cause you significant problems. Discover seven key areas of risk.

Date: 19 April 2023 By:

A forex trader buying and selling currencies
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Forex trading in the UK: regulation and legalities

Forex trading can be risky but the Financial Conduct Authority regulates trade and brokers to minimise the risks for traders. Find out more in this brief guide.

Date: 20 March 2023 By:

Hand seen building a tower out of small wooden blocks
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The solicitor's role in bridging finance

Discover why you need an experienced solicitor when buying a property or arranging bridging finance and how they can smooth the process.

Date: 6 December 2022 By:

A man makes on online payment using his omile phone
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Accepting online payments: rules and regulations

Accepting online payments as a business has many benefits but if you decide to start taking online payments, you will need to comply with a number of regulations. Here's what you need to know.

Date: 26 September 2022 By:

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What happens when a small business cannot pay their investor back?

Small businesses need capital to get off the ground. What happens if the company fails, and you can't pay your investor back? We look at what could happen.

Date: 6 July 2022 By:

Buying a new car with a PCP Finance agreement
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Am I eligible for a PCP finance claim?

Millions of consumers have used PCP finance to buy a car. Many of them were mis-sold the finance and are now making a claim. We look at PCP Finance, how it was mis-sold and how you can make a claim.

Date: 5 July 2022 By:

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