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Redundancy Selection Criteria: Fairness, Legal Risks And Best Practice In The UK
Redundancy is one of those business decisions you never want to rush - but when trading conditions change,...
1 Apr 2026
Partnership Pros And Cons In The UK: Key Considerations For Small Businesses
If you’re starting a business with someone you trust, a partnership can feel like the most natural way...
1 Apr 2026
How To Merge Companies In The UK: Legal Steps And Requirements
Merging companies can be an exciting growth move - whether you’re joining forces with a competitor, bringing a...
1 Apr 2026
UK Non-Compete Clause Examples: Duration, Key Terms & Enforceability
If you’re hiring employees, engaging contractors, or buying a business, you’ll eventually face the same question: how do...
1 Apr 2026
Can You Trademark A Colour In The UK?
If you’re building a brand, colour can feel like your secret weapon. Maybe it’s the colour you use...
1 Apr 2026Indirect And Consequential Loss In UK Contracts: Meaning And Exclusions
If you run a small business, you’ve probably seen a clause that says something like: “Neither party will...
1 Apr 2026Modelling Contracts: Key Terms And Clauses Businesses Should Know
If your business works with models (for fashion, product shoots, e-commerce, events, fitness campaigns, brand content or influencer-style...
1 Apr 2026Directors’ Agreement: When You Need One And Key Terms To Include
If you’re running a limited company, your directors are the people making the big calls - on strategy,...
1 Apr 2026
UK Director And Shareholder Responsibilities: Duties, Risks And Key Documents
If you’re running a UK company, there’s a good chance you’re both a director and a shareholder (or...
1 Apr 2026What Is A Trade Secret? (2026 Updated)
If you run a business, you probably have at least one "thing" that gives you an edge -...
1 Apr 2026
The Importance Of Online Hire Agreements (2026 Updated)
If you hire out equipment, vehicles, tools, spaces, or even specialist services, you've probably felt the pressure to...
1 Apr 2026
Convertible Loan Stock: How It Works And Key Legal Terms For Startups
If you’re raising money for a startup, you’ll usually feel the pressure to move quickly. Investors want to...
1 Apr 2026
What Is a Roll-Up? A Guide to Roll-Up Acquisitions and Consolidation
If you’re growing your business and you’ve started looking at acquisitions, you may have come across the phrase...
31 Mar 2026
End User Licence Agreement: What Is It And Why Do I Need One? (2026 Updated)
If you sell, license, or distribute software, an app, a plugin, a downloadable tool, or even a "simple"...
31 Mar 2026
What Type Of Contract Do I Need If I'm Working With A Developer? (2026 Updated)
If you're hiring a developer to build your app, website, plugin, integration, or internal tool, it can feel...
31 Mar 2026
Negative Pledge Clause: Meaning, Examples And When You Need One
If you’re raising finance, negotiating a loan, or signing a commercial agreement that involves credit risk, you might...
31 Mar 2026
Share Structures for UK Startups: Pros and Cons for Founders and Investors
If you’re building a UK startup, it won’t be long before shares come up in conversations with co-founders,...
31 Mar 2026
What Is A Collaboration Agreement? (2026 Updated)
Collaborations can be exciting. You've got a shared vision, complementary skills, and (hopefully) a plan to build something...
31 Mar 2026
Software Licence Agreements: What Is Included And Why (2026 Updated)
If you're building, selling, or rolling out software in the UK, your product might be brilliant - but...
31 Mar 2026
Anti-Social Working Hours in the UK: Employer Scheduling and Staff Rights
If you run a small business, you’ll probably come across anti-social hours at some point - whether it’s...
31 Mar 2026
Can a Fixed-Term Contract Be Extended in the UK?
Fixed-term contracts can be a great tool for small businesses. They let you hire for a specific project,...
31 Mar 2026
Debt Investments In The UK: Legal Considerations For Startups And SMEs
If you’re running a startup or SME, there’s a good chance you’ll hit a point where growth is...
31 Mar 2026
Client Assets Explained: Holding, Protecting And Returning Customer Funds In The UK
If your business ever holds money or other property for a customer (even briefly), you may be dealing...
31 Mar 2026
Sweat Equity Shares In The UK: How They Work And Startup Risks
If you’re building a startup, cash is often your scarcest resource. So it’s no surprise that many founders...
31 Mar 2026
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