Top 10 Tips for Employers on the Employment Rights Act 2025 Reforms
Have you made the changes you need to comply with the reforms already in force? The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant shake-up of employment law in decades, which is currently being implemented in phases. A first wave of changes is already in force (April 2026), with further major reforms expected from October 2026 and into...
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Construction Retentions
Retentions are often used on construction projects. This article explains what they are and why you should consider them. Construction retention refers to a portion of the payment that is withheld from a contractor until the completion of a...
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A Shareholder’s Rights at General Meetings
An AGM is a general meeting of a companys shareholders , which is required to be held (under section 336 of the Companies Act 2006) by a public company within six months beginning with the day following its accounting reference date (i.e., every...
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Solutions If You Are Not Included In A Will
A Will is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. It gives you control over who inherits your estate and allows you to provide for loved ones. Sadly, Wills are often a catalyst for litigation when people circumstances change, but...
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Looking Ahead in 2023: What to Expect in Property and Property Litigation
Now that 2022 has come to a close, it is time to look ahead and consider what legal changes we can expect to see in 2023 in the property market. In this blog, we have detailed a number of the changes we expect to take place. On 28th April 2022, the...
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2023: A Year of Focus on Online Advertising, Influencers and Greenwashing
2023 looks set to be a year of regulatory focus for those operating within the online advertising and marketing arena, with harmful content, greenwashing and the activity of influencers key areas of scrutiny. In this article, we look at three areas...
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January Blues – Managing Child Contact Arrangements Over Christmas
The festive period can be a very difficult time for parents who have separated when it comes to child contact arrangements. It can be extremely stressful given the expectations parents have for contact with their children over Christmas, and...
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What Are Liquidated Damages and How Do They Work?
Liquidated damages are a regular feature of construction contracts. This blog explains what they are and why you should use them. Liquidated damages in construction are a contractually agreed upon sum of money that one party to a contract must pay...
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The Advantages of Shareholders’ Agreements in Manufacturing
This article comments on shareholders agreements and why they are particularly useful to have in place for private, owner-managed manufacturing companies. Owner-managed companies usually have a smaller number of shareholders, and those...
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Right of Access to Information and Documents
This article focuses on an agent's right to information and documents, with a particular focus on entitlements to information and documents following the termination of the agency. Accessing sales information and equality of arms is of paramount...
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Divorce and Separation During the Cost of Living Crisis
Unfortunately, we are in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis. Over the last few months, there has been extensive media coverage about escalating mortgage rates, energy bills, and the price of food and other essentials. The future feels bleak for...
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What Should I Do When Someone Dies?
When someone dies, it is difficult, and you may be unsure what to do first. Immediately after someone passes away, it is usually the responsibility of the family and friends of the deceased to deal with practical matters. A solicitor can also help...
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When Can Beneficiaries Get Their Inheritance
One of the questions we frequently get asked is when inheritance can be distributed to the beneficiaries of a taxable estate. One of the key steps is to obtain the green light from HMRC. In a taxable estate, personal representatives must be...
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