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I’ve had a number of clients seeking ways to protect their assets, reduce tax liabilities, and plan for the future. The Budget in October 2024 brought in significant changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Inheritance Tax (IHT), so lets have a look at holding companies…
The Supreme Court recently delivered a key judgment in SkyKick UK Ltd v Sky Ltd ([2024] UKSC 36), tackling the issue of overly broad trademark registrations. This decision has significant implications for how businesses register and protect trademarks in the UK....
The Court of Appeal has confirmed that there is no requirement for non-unionised employers to conduct "general workforce consultation" about redundancy situations affecting less than 20 employees. Mr De Bank Haycocks was one of 16 people employed by ADP RPO UK Ltd. He...
The Labour Budget of Autum 2024 made changes that will impact those looking to sell their business with in the next few years. This blog explains how and what to do..
The Employment Appeals Tribunal (EAT) have confirmed a decision of the Employment Tribunal that comments about an employee's baldness were harassment related to sex. I'm quite sure the barristers loved the case (because they all love secretly to swear in court and it...
The Court of Appeal has upheld an appeal against the High Court's dismissal of a claim for infringement of the trade mark VETSURE, registered for pet insurance, through the defendants' use of the PETSURE sign, which was registered as a trade mark for the same goods....
The Court of Appeal has held that an upfront advance payment termination of an agreement between a barrister and their former client was unfair and unenforceable under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA). The client instructed barristers on a public access basis. The...
Many directors are asked by lenders to give personal guarantees when their limited company takes out finance. In this blog we look at what a personal guarantee is, why they are required, and why you need to get independent legal advice (ILA) on PGs.
Having an airtight and clear Service Agreement in place before commencing any work for your client(s) will bring clarity, peace of mind and avoid expensive legal disputes in the future. And even if you’re the client, rather than the service provider, having a...
A registered trade mark is the best way to protect your brand – this article shows you how to register a trademark.
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