Law blog

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.

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.

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.

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.

Employers have a duty to make sure their employees are safe - including those working alone. The business impacts of failing to protect lone workers.

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.

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.

Businesses have an obligation - both legal and moral - to make as their premises accessible for those with disabilities. The steps you can take.

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.

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.

Social media is a public forum - and one thoughtless, ill-judged or controversial post could have far-reaching consequences. How to stay safe.

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.

Employers need to be aware of whether their workers have the right to work in the UK - or face penalties. We explain what the law says.

Given the importance of small businesses to the UK economy, more needs to be done to help them survive - and thrive. Could microfinance be the answer?