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Do You Know How Best To Protect Your Assets?
Intellectual Property (IP) can be a very daunting concept to comprehend, and even more daunting to try and protect, but it doesn’t need to be.
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Flying Freeholds: What They Are and What Buyers Should Know
Most property buyers have never heard of a flying freehold until it appears during the conveyancing process.
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Framework Agreements – a Brief Overview
A framework agreement is a contractual arrangement that pre-establishes the terms under which specific orders (sometimes called “call-off orders”) can be placed during its term.
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Commentary on Changes to the “Family Farm Tax”
After intensive campaigning by both the Country Land Owners Association (“the CLA”) and the National Farmers Union (“the NFU”) the Government announced an early Christmas present for farmers.
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Penalty Clauses in UK Contracts: Understanding Primary and Secondary Obligations
Penalty clauses are a common feature in commercial contracts, often inserted to deter breaches and motivate performance.
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How to Give Shares to Employees: Tax-Advantaged Schemes Explained
There are huge benefits to Companies operating Employee share schemes, both for the employee and the employer.
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Loans to Employees and Directors in the UK: Rules, Risks, and Best Practices
Offering loans to employees or directors can be a valuable tool for businesses and can help to retain talent, support personal needs, or fund business-related expenses.
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Boundary Disputes: Why Acting Early Can Prevent Costly Legal Battles
A recent case in Dorset made national headlines. A 77-year-old homeowner became embroiled in a legal battle with her neighbour over a strip of land that was barely a foot wide.
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Family Investment Companies – A Brief Overview
A Family Investment Company (FIC) is typically a UK-based private company whose shareholders are usually family members.
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Invalid Section 25 Notice: Why Service Still Matters
A recent High Court decision in Lamba (t/a Smart Move Residential Sale and Lettings) v Enfield LBC is a useful reminder that how a notice is served can be just as important as what it says.
