Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Changes and What Employers Need to Know as Reforms Take Effect
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025. It amends the law relating to employment rights to enhance employee protections, bringing major changes throughout 2026 and 2027. With key provisions now in force and further reforms due to take effect throughout 2026 and 2027, our Employment Lawyers outline the...
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Structure of a New Business in the Agricultural and Rural Business Sector
In the current climate, many farming families are considering ways to diversify their business activities. In the UK, many new businesses start out as sole traders. It’s quick, cheap, and gives full control. As the business grows over time, the risks and responsibilities become greater. Remaining as a sole trader may no longer be the best way...
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Myerson CEO Carl Newton Marks 30 Years at the Firm
At Myerson, we're proud to celebrate that our CEO, Carl Newton , is marking 30 years at the firm, including 20 years in a leadership role - a rare tenure in the legal sector. Carl joined Myerson in August 1995 as a Corporate lawyer, having studied law at Lancaster University. Over three decades, he has played a central role in shaping the firm’s...
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Lease Forfeiture in Tropical Zoo Ltd v Hounslow Case
The High Court ruling in Tropical Zoo Ltd v Mayor and Burgesses of the London Borough of Hounslow highlights several key legal issues now at the forefront of commercial landlords' and tenants' minds, especially those operating in the hospitality and leisure sectors. The judgement serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of lease covenants...
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The Hidden Crisis: Uncovering the Dark Trade of Baby Trafficking to the UK
In the summer of 2024, a disturbing case unfolded at Gatwick Airport that has since drawn attention to a growing and deeply troubling issue in baby trafficking. A woman returning from Nigeria with a newborn baby girl was arrested on suspicion of child trafficking. This case , now closed with a final Family Court ruling, raises serious questions...
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Managing Reorganisations: Restrictions During the Term of a Loan Facility
There are various reasons why a corporate group may wish to reorganise its structure. Standard drivers include preparation for a sale or merger, improvement of financial performance and refinance or restructure of debt. Whatever the objective, it is essential that the management team consults with professional advisers and carefully considers the...
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Protecting Directors: Minimising Personal Risk During Retail Insolvency
Our Retail Lawyers emphasise the critical importance of directors in the retail sector proactively managing financial distress and seeking early expert advice to minimise personal liability, particularly concerning wrongful trading and evolving insolvency duties. The Increasing Pressure on Retail Directors In recent years, the UK retail industry...
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Commercial Agency Claims: Your Guide to Funding and Making a Claim
When a commercial agency relationship ends, particularly if the termination was unexpected, commercial agents are often left facing a significant loss of income, just at the moment they may need legal support the most. Fortunately, the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993 offer valuable protections, including the right to claim...
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What Should Commercial Agents Do If Their Commission Isn’t Paid?
For commercial agents , commission is more than just compensation, it’s often the core financial incentive behind the agency relationship. Yet one of the most common and disruptive challenges agents face is non-payment or underpayment of commission by their principals. Whether the issue arises from unclear reporting, disputed sales, changes to...
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Myerson Magazine Summer 2025 Issue
Inside the Summer Edition of the Myerson Magazine Legal Insights: Family Law: Developments in Non-Matrimonial Property Property Disputes: Removing a Sibling from Inherited Property Discharge from Bankruptcy: What Does It Really Mean? Trusts and Divorce: Advantages and Legal Considerations Employment Rights Update: Key Changes and Implications...
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David de Gea Successfully Defends DDG Trademark at General Court of the EU
In May 2025, the General Court of the European Union ( GCEU ) delivered its judgment following an appeal made by Schmidt Spiele GmbH ( Schmidt Spiele ). The appeal challenged a decision of the Second Board of Appeal of the European Union Intellectual Property Office ( EUIPO ), which rejected Schmidt Spiele’s opposition to the trademark filed by...
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Sexual Harassment in Retail: What Does the New Legal Duty Mean for Your Business?
Sexual harassment has long cast a shadow over UK workplaces - and the retail sector, with its public-facing roles, shift work, and youthful workforce, is particularly vulnerable. But change is finally gathering pace. In October 2024, new laws came into effect, requiring all employers, including retailers, to take reasonable steps to prevent...
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Termination of Commercial Agency Agreements: What Agents and Principals Need to Know
The end of a commercial agency can have major legal and financial consequences, especially if the termination isn’t handled properly. Whether you're an agent or a principal, it’s essential to understand when termination is lawful, what notice is required, and what payments may be due under the Commercial Agents Regulations. This blog from...
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