Europe’s highest court has backed Christian Louboutin in its battle to protect its distinctive red soles.
Category: Legal Advice for Freelancers
Practical legal guidance for freelancers and sole traders covering IR35, contracts, data protection and insurance.
The ICO debate
Breakthroughs are constantly open to criticism. Whether it’s a technological marvel or a new government policy, each new idea is put to the test and judged by the masses, and the authorities.
Guide to public liability insurance
Public liability insurance is one of the most important forms of business cover, but how does it apply to your business?
How should I ask my partner to sign a cohabitation agreement?
The wisdom of couples putting cohabitation agreements in place before they move in together is obvious.
6 ways to prevent money laundering
Financial professionals need to ensure they’re equipped to spot signs of money laundering within their company, as the European Commission continues to introduce tough new laws.
Why UK companies still face €20m fines over EU data protection legislation
Despite the Brexit vote, UK businesses will still have to observe strict upcoming EU data protection laws – and must start preparing for them now – or risk penalties of up to €20m, not to mention a serious loss of competitive advantage.
Dealing in or developing UK land? Make sure you’re aware of the new tax implications
The taxation of profits from businesses or individuals trading in UK property (dealing in or developing land in the UK) ultimately depended on the residence of the person undertaking the venture.
Mixed messages for employers on the banning of Islamic Headscarves
Within just the last 6 weeks two seemingly contradictory opinions have been given by the Advocate General to the European Court of Justice about the banning of Islamic headscarves at work and whether this constitutes religious discrimination.
What it means for your business if the UK leaves the EU: A Legal View
On June 23rd, the British people will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to decide whether to remain in the EU or to leave. Here Alkan Shenyuz, a barrister with Church Court Chambers looks at the some of the implications of a Brexit.
The importance of business security in 2016
Security has long been one of the most important issues confronting a business, particularly as business information has become an ever-more valuable resource and a wide range of ways in which an organisation’s security can be breached has arisen.
Legal procedures every small business needs
While it’s true that no startup is the same, one thing that they all have in common is the need for proper legal representation from an early stage.
Litigation time bomb as new wave of start-ups overlook company policies
Whilst the risks associated with employing people have, in many respects, diminished over the past few years due to changes to employment law and reforms to the tribunal system failing to create simple procedures can leave you open to claims.
What would it mean for businesses if UK introduced France’s ‘right to disconnect’ law?
In an increasingly ‘always online’ culture, is it really feasible to dictate when employees can answer emails?
Loss of Intellectual Property is one of the biggest threats to business
Businesses are leaving themselves exposed to unnecessary levels of risk because of a failure to protect their valuable data
How to avoid being taken to an Employment Tribunal
Employment law can appear complex and tends to make managers nervous but according to HR expert Sue Ingram, author of ‘FIRE WELL’ it’s actually, at its core, simple, straightforward and based on common sense.
