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What Are The Alternatives To A Settlement Agreement?
While a Settlement Agreement is a common way to settle employment-related issues, they are not appropriate in every case. There are, therefore, three alternatives that may be considered. These are: Taking the matter to tribunal Commencing ACAS EC Dropping the matter...
What Are The Key Provisions Of A Shareholder Agreement?
While putting a Shareholder Agreement in place is optional for companies, it certainly makes sense to have one due to the additional protection that it can provide, especially to minority shareholders. However, when drawing one up, there is no one size fits all...
What Should I Expect From An Independent Legal Advisor?
When you meet a professional to obtain independent legal advice, there are several things that you should expect from the meeting. A number of key discussions and considerations will take place in order to ensure that you fully understand all legal consequences and...
What Are The Different Countries Where I Can Register My Trademark?
Registering your brand’s trademark in every country within which it operates is crucial in order to protect your reputation and IP rights. It is possible to register a trademark in virtually every country, and most jurisdictions have a Trademark Office. When you wish...
What is the Process for Negotiating a Settlement Agreement?
Settlement Agreements are legally binding contracts that employers use to outline the agreed conditions for either resolving a dispute or ending the employer/employee relationship. Usually, the terms of the Settlement Agreement involve offering a payment to the...
What To Look Out For When Buying A Retail Pharmacy
As retail pharmacies operate under many strict rules and regulations, it’s important to work with lawyers who have specialist knowledge of how the industry works and if you are considering purchasing a retail pharmacy it’s equally essential that you have an...
Key Steps to Navigating Redundancy Proceedings
Here is a simple step-by-step guide to navigating redundancy in the UK: Identify Redundancy Needs - Analyse the business needs and identify the roles that are no longer necessary. Speak to Trade Unions – In situations where more...
What Should Companies Know About The Upcoming Changes To Companies House’s Powers?
Companies House is about to go through a significant change in its powers and role thanks to the Economic Crime And Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA). But what will those changes mean for businesses, and how can they prepare? Here, we’ll take a closer look at the...
Why Litigation isn’t Always the Most Cost Effective Option
It is often tempting in cases of dispute with another party to start thinking about legal proceedings early on. Many people have a misconception that legal proceedings are the most effective way of resolving an issue and are keen to inform the other party that they...
Can I Use A Template Shareholder Agreement?
Can I Use A Template Shareholder Agreement? Shareholder Agreements are a key legal document outlining the obligations, responsibilities and rights of the company and its shareholders and offering protection to all parties in the event of a dispute. They outline the...
