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It is one of life's uncomfortable truths; it doesn't matter how healthy or how fit you are, unfortunate circumstances can happen to anyone.

They say you can't take it with you – not even your car. So, when someone passes away, it's best to make sure the vehicle doesn't get left idling in legal limbo...

Becoming directly FCA-authorised offers UK financial firms long-term advantages, including enhanced market appeal, greater control, improved client confidence, reduced costs over time, and independence from principal decisions, fostering growth, stability, and operational flexibility.

The construction sector has long been regarded as one of the most male-dominated sectors in the UK. In 2024, women accounted for approximately 15% of construction workers, with even fewer in on-site and leadership roles.

Acquiring a care home can be a lucrative and impactful investment, but it also comes with a complex range of considerations.

Rising insolvencies in the construction sector highlight the importance of robust contracts. Key protective measures include retentions, parent company guarantees, performance bonds, collateral warranties, Third Party Rights, insurance, and escrow accounts. Ensuring contracts are well-drafted and pre-checked can safeguard clients from contractor insolvency issues.

After the extensive process of acquiring a development site, managing the complex planning and construction requirements, handling the unpredictability...

Retentions have long been a staple of construction contracts, providing employers with security to ensure performance compliance and defect rectification. Typically, a percentage (often 5%) of interim payments.

Tax is a key factor when deciding how to sell an asset, and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rates can make you consider which option to pursue.

Most of us ignore Capital Gains tax on houses, after all your house has the benefit of the Private Residence Exemption.

In a lease of commercial property, the tenant is often required to pay the landlord's costs of insuring the building.

Earlier this year, the Employment Tribunal found that Rita Jandu, a former Marks & Spencer Plc (M&S) employee with dyslexia, was unfairly dismissed and had been discriminated against by her employer...

If you're a company director or secretary, you've probably heard of the confirmation statement. But do you know what it actually confirms, when it's due, or what happens if you miss it?

As of 6 April 2025 new regulations (The companies (Accounts and Reports) (Amendement and Transitional Provisions) Regulations 2024) will come into force...

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) case offers an important insight on handling discrimination and harassment claims. In Miss E. Carozzi v University of Hertfordshire and Ms. Lucas [2024] EAT 169.

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) ruled that future claims can be waived in Settlement Agreements, as demonstrated in Mr Clifford's disability discrimination case against IBM. This decision underscores the importance of clear, precise drafting in Settlement Agreements to effectively waive potential future claims.

Employees are not automatically entitled to pay if they are unable to get to work because of adverse weather conditions. However, employers may have contractual or custom...

It's that time of year again when romance is in the air, and we tend to think more fondly about our loved ones. Valentine's Day offers an occasion to celebrate...