Contracts Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on contracts for uk businesses.
Contractor Agreements and Worker Status Risks for UK Telehealth Platforms
Telehealth platforms in the UK often use contractor models for clinicians, but the label alone does not decide legal status. This guide explains how
28 April 2026
Commercial Property Leasing: Key Legal Considerations For Businesses
Finding the right space can be a turning point for your business - whether you’re opening your first shopfront, moving into a larger warehouse, or taking on an office to support a...
28 April 2026
Last In, First Out For Senior Employees: When Can UK Employers Use It?
If you’re running a small business, restructures and redundancies can feel like the hardest part of growth (or survival). When you’re trying to reduce headcount quickly and fairly, a simple rule can...
28 April 2026
VC Assumptions Explained: What Founders Need To Know
If you’re building a startup and thinking about raising investment, it can feel like VCs speak a different language. You’ll hear things like “standard terms”, “market”, “founder-friendly”, “we assume you’ve got the...
28 April 2026
Parking Space Rental Agreement in the UK: Key Contract Terms for Businesses
If your business is renting out a parking bay (or renting one from someone else), it can feel like a small, practical arrangement that doesn’t need much paperwork. But parking space deals...
28 April 2026
Premium Rent in Commercial Leases: When It Applies and What to Check
If you’re about to take on a shop, office, café, warehouse, or other premises, you’ll probably expect to pay “rent”. But sometimes a landlord will also ask for a premium - and...
28 April 2026
Title Deed vs Contract vs Deed: Key Differences for UK Businesses
If you’re running a small business, there’s a good chance you’ve heard someone say “we’ll put it in a deed” or “it needs to be signed and sealed” - especially when the...
28 April 2026
Legal Steps for UK SMEs Buying a Business
If you’re thinking about growth, buying another business can feel like the fastest way to get there. Maybe you’ve found a competitor with a great customer base, a startup with a product...
28 April 2026
Solicitors’ Fees for a Lease Agreement: What Businesses Can Expect to Pay
If you’re about to take on new premises (or renew an existing one), it’s completely normal to feel a bit unsure about the legal costs. A commercial lease can be one of...
27 April 2026
Who Owns Freelancer IP in a UK Corporate Wellness Business?
Hiring freelancers for a UK corporate wellness business does not automatically mean your company owns the work they create. This guide explains who
27 April 2026
Termination Clauses for Contracts Used by UK Training Providers
A termination clause in a UK training provider contract should do more than say either party can end the agreement. This guide explains the legal and
27 April 2026
Indemnity Clauses for UK Travel Agencies
An indemnity clause can expose a UK travel agency to losses far beyond the value of a booking. This guide explains what these clauses mean, the legal
27 April 2026
Contract Review Issues for UK Cybersecurity Companies
Cybersecurity contracts can expose UK businesses to broad warranties, heavy indemnities and unrealistic incident obligations. This guide explains the main
27 April 2026Key Contract Risks for UK Coworking Spaces
Coworking agreements can look flexible, but the legal risk often sits in hidden fees, weak exit rights, service failures and one-sided liability clauses
27 April 2026
Key Contract Risks for Bike Shops in the UK
Bike shops often sign supplier, repair, rental and lease contracts without spotting the clauses that create real risk. This guide covers the main contract
27 April 2026
Indemnity Clauses in UK Food Supply Contracts
Indemnity clauses in UK food supply and manufacturing contracts can decide who pays for recalls, contamination, labelling errors and third party claims
27 April 2026
Staff Policies for Cosmetics Brands in the UK
Staff policies can save UK cosmetics brands from inconsistent management, hygiene issues and worker status problems. This guide explains what to include
27 April 2026
Confidentiality Clauses for UK Health App Businesses
Confidentiality clauses for UK health app businesses need more than generic NDA wording. This guide explains what to check before you sign, including
27 April 2026Contract Review Checklist for UK Skincare Brands
A practical contract review checklist for UK skincare brands, covering manufacturing terms, formula ownership, compliance, liability, exclusivity and exit
27 April 2026
Indemnity Clauses for UK Supplement Brands
An indemnity clause can expose a UK supplement brand to far more risk than founders expect. This guide explains what these clauses usually cover, what to
27 April 2026
Refunding Delivery Charges: What UK Law Requires For Businesses
If you sell products online (or take orders over the phone), delivery is rarely an “optional extra” - it’s part of how you fulfil the contract. But when an order is cancelled,...
27 April 2026
NDA Updates 2026: What UK Businesses Need To Know
If you feel like you’ve been seeing more non-disclosure agreement news lately, you’re not imagining it. In 2026, NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) are still one of the simplest ways to protect a small...
27 April 2026
How To Terminate A Contract Early In The UK
Most small businesses don’t plan to end relationships early. You sign a contract, you expect the work to get done, the invoices to get paid, and everyone to move on happily. But...
27 April 2026
Future Fund Convertible Loan Agreements for UK Startups
If you ran a UK startup during the pandemic, there’s a good chance you came across the UK Government’s “Future Fund” scheme and the idea of using a convertible loan note. Convertible...
27 April 2026
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