Contracts Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on contracts for uk businesses.
Risk Allocation in Customer Contracts for UK Clinical Trial Service Providers
Risk allocation clauses can decide who carries the cost of delays, data issues, regulatory problems and third party claims in a clinical trial services
19 May 2026
Do You Need a Licence for a Vending Machine Business in the UK?
Looking for the cost of a vending machine licence in the UK? In many cases, there is no single national licence fee, but you may still need food business
19 May 2026
How to Start a Research Consulting Business in 2026: Legal Checklist for the UK
Starting a research consultancy in the UK takes more than expertise. This legal checklist covers business structure, registration, privacy, contracts
19 May 2026
Starting an Alcohol Brand in the UK: Essential Legal Checklist
Starting an alcohol brand in the UK means more than picking a name and finding a producer. Here is the essential legal checklist for setup, licences
19 May 2026What to Know Before Opening a Fish and Chips Business in the UK
Opening a fish and chips shop, takeaway or van involves more than menus and fit-out. This guide covers registration, food rules, leases, contracts, privacy and branding.
18 May 2026
When UK Businesses Need a Terms and Conditions Lawyer
Not every set of terms needs the same level of legal input. This guide explains when UK businesses should get help and which clauses often cause issues.
18 May 2026
How to Start a Childcare Business in the UK: Legal Checklist
Planning to start a nursery, childminding service or after-school club? Here is a practical legal checklist for how to start a childcare business in the
18 May 2026
Legal Compliance for UK Accounting Firms: Key Areas to Review
UK accounting firms face legal risks beyond technical compliance, from engagement letters and AML procedures to privacy, employment documents and supplier
17 May 2026
Company Resolutions Defined: Making Decisions Legally in the UK
Company resolutions are the formal way UK companies approve certain decisions. This guide explains what company resolutions mean, when ordinary and
17 May 2026
How UK AI Software Companies Should Review Commercial Contracts
A practical guide for UK AI software founders on reviewing commercial contracts, with a clear checklist covering data rights, IP, liability, warranties
17 May 2026
Creator Collaboration Agreements for UK Businesses
Working with influencers and online creators can be great for growth, but a weak creator collaboration agreement can leave your business exposed on
17 May 2026
Who Owns Research Materials Created by Freelancers for a UK Market Research Agency?
A UK market research agency does not automatically own research materials created by freelancers. This guide explains how copyright, background IP
17 May 2026
IP Ownership in a UK AI Consultancy: Who Owns Prompts, Outputs and Workflows?
Who owns prompts, AI outputs and workflows in a UK AI consultancy? This guide explains how to separate client materials, consultancy IP and project
17 May 2026Workplace Toilet Requirements in the UK: A Guide for Employers
Not sure how many toilets per employee your UK business needs? This guide explains the usual workplace toilet requirements, what employers should check
17 May 2026
When Can UK Businesses Use the Registered Trade Mark Symbol?
Using the r sign in the UK can be helpful, but only if your trade mark is actually registered and the symbol is used correctly. This guide explains what ®
17 May 2026
Customer Terms and Membership Conditions for UK Gyms
Customer terms for gym businesses in the UK need to do more than list membership fees. This guide explains what gym membership conditions should cover
17 May 2026
Does the UK Require Registered Employment Agreements?
There is no general UK requirement to register a standard employment agreement, but employers still need compliant contracts and proper records. Here is what UK businesses should know.
16 May 2026
Lease and Premises Issues for Social Media Agencies in the UK
Taking office or studio space for a social media agency can create long term legal and financial risks if the lease or licence does not match how the
16 May 2026When to Use IP Assignment Clauses in UK Coworking Agreements
A broad IP assignment clause can create real problems for UK coworking operators. This guide explains when ownership transfer makes sense, when a licence
16 May 2026
Can Directors Be Shareholders?
Yes, directors can be shareholders in a UK company, but the two roles are legally different. This guide explains how ownership and management overlap
16 May 2026
Key Contract Risks for UK Physiotherapy Clinics
Physiotherapy clinics often face contract problems around patient terms, self-employed physio arrangements, room hire, referrals, supplier terms and data
16 May 2026Employment Contracts for UK Cloud Software Businesses: Key Clauses for Employers
Hiring in a UK cloud software business moves quickly, but rushed employment contracts can leave serious gaps around code ownership, confidentiality
16 May 2026Web Design Contracts: Protect Your Digital Business for UK Businesses
Web design contracts can decide who owns your website, what happens if the project slips, and whether support is actually included. This guide explains
16 May 2026
Dependency Leave Rights and Employer Responsibilities in the UK
Dependancy leave, or time off for dependants, gives UK employees a limited right to unpaid emergency leave in certain situations. This guide explains when
16 May 2026
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