Consumer Law Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on consumer law for uk businesses.
What Does Signed Under Duress Mean? Understanding Contract Validity and Legal Protection
If you’ve ever felt pressured to sign a business contract, you might wonder what your rights are. Can a contract really hold up if you signed it ‘under duress’? Many business owners,...
17 August 2025
Disputing a Debt in the UK: A Legal Guide for Businesses
If you’ve ever had a client or customer refuse to pay what you’re owed, you’ll know how stressful and disruptive a disputed debt can be for your business. Whether you’re chasing unpaid...
17 August 2025
Understanding Trading Standards UK: A Guide For Businesses To Stay Compliant
Running a business in the UK means juggling a lot - from building your team and landing your first clients, to making sure your products or services hit the mark. But behind...
16 August 2025
Who Runs the Lottery UK? Understanding Legal Requirements for Running Lotteries and Competitions
Dreaming of running your own lottery, raffle, or competition in the UK? Whether you want to fundraise for a charity, boost your business with a prize draw, or set up a commercial...
15 August 2025
How To Handle Disputed Invoices: A Legal Guide for UK Businesses
If you run a business in the UK, you’ll eventually face it: a customer refuses to pay, questions the bill, or wants an amended invoice. Suddenly, that money you counted on is...
15 August 2025
Understanding Auto Renewal Laws in the UK: What Businesses Need to Know About Automatic Subscription Renewals and Cancellation Rights
Auto-renewal terms in the UK need transparent sign-up, fair cancellation wording and clear customer information. New subscription contract rules are also developing.
15 August 2025
Understanding Advocate Debt Recovery: Legal Strategies for Commercial Businesses
If you run a commercial business, late payments and commercial debt can be more than just an inconvenience - they can threaten your cash flow, your stability, and even your reputation. Whether...
15 August 2025
Are Auto-Renew Contracts Legal in the UK? What Small Businesses Need to Know
Running a business means managing several contracts-whether it’s with suppliers, service providers, or customers. If you’ve ever signed up for a service that “automatically renews” unless you cancel, you’re not alone. More...
14 August 2025
Creating a Legally Compliant Refund Policy for Your Website: What UK Businesses Need to Know
If your business sells products or services online, having a clear and legally compliant refund policy for your website is essential. Not only does it build customer trust, but it also protects...
14 August 2025
Remedies for Misrepresentation in Commercial Contracts: What UK Businesses Need to Know
Signing a contract is meant to bring peace of mind and clarity to business deals-but what happens if it turns out that the other party didn’t tell the whole truth? Whether you’re...
14 August 2025
Understanding Conciliation: How Third-Party Resolution Can Benefit Your Business Disputes
Disagreements and disputes are almost unavoidable when you’re running a business in the UK. Whether it’s a contract gone wrong, a difficult supplier, or a breakdown in communication with a customer, these...
13 August 2025
Legal Considerations for Running Slime Parties in the UK: Safety, Liability and Contracts Explained
Slime parties are taking the UK by storm, offering children and families a chance to get creative, messy, and hands-on with colourful, gooey fun. Maybe you’re a parent with an entrepreneurial streak,...
13 August 2025
How To Make a Breach of Contract Claim Against a Company in the UK
If you’ve been let down by another company not keeping their end of a bargain, you might be wondering if you can make a breach of contract claim. Don’t stress - plenty...
12 August 2025
Understanding Civil Courts in the UK: What Small Businesses Need to Know
If you’re running a small business in the UK, you might be focused on growth, customers, and keeping operations smooth. But somewhere in the back of your mind, there’s that niggling worry:...
12 August 2025
How To Make a Claim Against a Company in Administration: A Guide for Creditors and Suppliers
It’s always stressful when a business you work with suddenly goes into administration. You might be a supplier waiting on invoices, or a creditor left in the lurch for thousands of pounds....
12 August 2025
How To Write a Letter Before Action for Small Claims Court: A Guide for Businesses
If you’re running a small business in the UK, chances are you’ll need to chase unpaid invoices or resolve disputes at some point. Maybe a customer hasn’t paid for your services, or...
11 August 2025
Effective Legal Practices for Handling Customer Complaints in UK Businesses
If you’re running a business in the UK, chances are you’ll have to deal with a customer complaint at some stage. Whether it’s a minor issue or a serious dispute, the way...
9 August 2025
Understanding Non-Refundable Deposits: What UK Businesses Need to Know
A non-refundable deposit is not always enforceable in the UK. Consumer-facing businesses need clear, fair terms linked to real loss.
7 August 2025
Understanding Chargeback Schemes: Legal Risks and Prevention Strategies for UK Businesses
If you run a business in the UK and accept card payments, you’ve probably heard stories (or maybe had a few headaches yourself) about chargebacks. Maybe it was a frustrated customer disputing...
6 August 2025
Which Firms Can Legally Carry Out Regulated Consumer Credit Activities in the UK?
If you’re exploring options to offer loans, credit cards, or buy now/pay later products to your customers in the UK, you’re probably wondering: “Which firms can legally carry out regulated consumer credit...
6 August 2025
Using Customer Testimonials in Marketing: Legal Do’s and Don’ts for UK Businesses
There’s no denying it - in our digital age, customers trust what other people say about your business almost as much as recommendations from family or friends. That’s why using testimonials in...
6 August 2025
Examples of Defamation in Business: What UK Companies Need to Know
If you run a business in the UK, there’s a good chance you’ll face your fair share of challenges-competition, staff issues, and the ever-present risk of reputational harm. One major threat that...
6 August 2025
Is It Legal to Threaten Someone with Legal Action in the UK? What Small Businesses Need to Know
Running a small business often means managing disputes, late payments, or challenging customers and suppliers. Sometimes, things escalate, and the phrase “I’ll take you to court!” gets thrown around. But is it...
6 August 2025
FCA Consumer Duty: What UK Businesses Need To Know To Stay Compliant
The FCA Consumer Duty has quickly become one of the most significant changes in the UK’s financial services landscape. If you offer financial products or services to retail customers, whether you’re an...
5 August 2025
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