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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Compensation or Indemnity: What Is a Commercial Agent Entitled to When an Agreement Ends?
If you are a commercial agent whose agency has been terminated or a principal considering ending a commercial agency arrangement it is essential to understand the consequences of termination. T he Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993 ("the Regulations") offer protection to self-employed agents, including the right to...
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Understanding Commercial Agency Law in Cross-Border Principal and Agent Relationships
As international trade continues to expand, it’s increasingly common for commercial agents and principals to work across borders. But how do you ensure legal protection in these cross-jurisdictional relationships? Whether you’re a UK-based principal working with overseas agents or an agent operating for a foreign business, understanding how...
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Myerson Expands Recognition in Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2025
Myerson is proud to announce its continued recognition in the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide 2025, a globally respected benchmark for excellence in private wealth law. In this year’s edition , Myerson has once again achieved a Band 2 ranking for both Private Wealth Law in Manchester and the surrounding areas, and Private Wealth...
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Webinar: Navigating Employee Ownership Trusts
Our expert panel discuss the rise of employee ownership - a model that is growing by over 30% annually across the UK. Employee ownership, particularly through the use of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) , is becoming a highly attractive route for businesses seeking a robust, tax-efficient succession strategy that also preserves business legacy...
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Do You Need a Written Commercial Agency Agreement?
When entering into a commercial agency relationship, one common question is whether a written agreement is required. Although not legally mandatory, having a written agency agreement in place can significantly affect your rights and responsibilities. This blog from our Dispute Resolution Lawyers explores the pros and cons of written agreements...
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Can Commercial Agents Claim Compensation on Retirement or Death?
For many commercial agents, the end of an agency agreement may come not through resignation or dismissal, but through retirement, ill health or death. The Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993 (“the Regulations”) provide agents with statutory rights to compensation or an indemnity on termination, but how do these rights apply in...
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Commercial Agency Explained: Roles and Responsibilities
Whether you are a commercial agent or a principal, understanding your rights and responsibilities under the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993 (the Regulations) is essential. These rules not only govern day-to-day conduct within the agency relationship but also have significant implications if that relationship ends, including...
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Webinar: Retail Sector Legal Update: Navigating Legal Change in 2025
Our specialist lawyers recently guided attendees through the latest legal developments across insolvency, property, employment, and commercial legislation. The session provided practical insights designed to help retail professionals manage risk and support business continuity in an evolving legal landscape. View video Recognising and Responding...
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Understanding Commercial Agents and The Regulations
Understanding whether you qualify as a commercial agent is crucial, not only for defining your role, but also for determining your legal rights and responsibilities. If you are acting on behalf of a business to negotiate or conclude the sale or purchase of goods, you may be entitled to valuable protections under UK law. This guide from our...
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Enforcing a Cross-Company Guarantee Under s479C: Pentacle Disputes Limited v MoneyPlus Holdings Limited
Whether you are an SME or a multinational corporation, it is a bitter pill to swallow when you enter into a commercial agreement, comply with your obligations and then payment is not forthcoming from the counterparty. The issue is compounded when the debtor entity in question becomes insolvent before payment is made. Whilst an appointed...
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Understanding the Legal Difference Between Commercial Agents and Sub-Agents
Many businesses appoint commercial agents to help expand into new markets. But what happens when an agent appoints someone else to help them? Our Commercial Agency Lawyers explain the difference between commercial agents and sub-agents and explain: What commercial agents and sub-agents are What rights each has, especially upon termination When...
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Team Myerson Conquers the Cheshire Three Peaks for Francis House Children’s Hospice
We’re proud to share that 32 of our colleagues and their families successfully completed the Cheshire Three Peaks Challenge on Sunday 22 nd June, an event aimed at raising vital funds and community awareness for Francis House Children’s Hospice . Together, we raised an incredible £7,596 for this important cause. Our team completed a demanding...
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