Selling spare land on a commercial site
If you own a commercial property which is larger than you need, selling part of it could be a good way to release value. Before … Read More
Planning for success in a partnership merger
Where there is a good cultural alignment, a merger can offer numerous benefits to two smaller partnerships, particularly in terms of sharing costs and resources, … Read More
Problems in performance management
‘Performance management can be challenging and time-consuming,’ according to Elizabeth Bartle, a partner in the employment law team at Ingram Winter Green. ‘The first challenge … Read More
Agreements with highways authorities
If you develop a site and your scheme includes new roads, you will probably want to get them adopted by the local highways authority. This … Read More
Resolving a dispute about the breach of a contractual warranty or indemnity
Warranties and indemnities are routinely included in commercial agreements. Their aim is to provide a right of redress where representations or contract-critical information has been … Read More
Buying your first commercial property
Many would-be investors are drawn to commercial property. Even in times of economic uncertainty, people like the idea of investing in bricks and mortar which … Read More
Insolvency: transactions at an undervalue and preferences
If you are the director of a company which has gone into administration or liquidation by reason of insolvency, then you may find your actions … Read More
Directors and personal liability for company debts
If you are the director of a private limited company in England or Wales you can take comfort from the fact that you will not … Read More
What employers need to know about hidden disabilities
Have you ever spotted someone wearing a lanyard with a sunflower as a means of indicating that they have a non-visible disability (also known as … Read More
Could a trade mark protect your business on social media?
While social media can be hugely beneficial for many businesses, it is not without its problems. Organisations have had to adapt to deal with unfavourable … Read More
Our employers’ guide to Christmas party fallout
Christmas parties are a great chance for employees to have fun together and for employers to treat their staff as a ‘thankyou’ for their hard … Read More
Preventing avoidable insolvency: a guide for directors
Sometimes, when a company collapses due to financial pressure, you can put your hand on your heart as a director and say that there is … Read More
Key time limits for debt recovery claims
Every business will experience problems with late or non-payers at some point during its trading life. This can be time consuming and frustrating when what … Read More
Key lease negotiation points for landlords
Whether negotiating a new commercial lease, or renegotiating an existing one, it is important to plan ahead and be clear about your desired outcomes and … Read More
Pitfalls to avoid when commissioning bespoke software
If you want software that is unique to your business, and which is specifically designed to meet your operational needs, then the commissioning of a … Read More
Key points when negotiating a promotion agreement for your land
If you own land which may have potential for development, or you have already been approached by a developer, the chances are you have considered … Read More
Employee monitoring; an employer’s guide
Recent advances in technology mean that there are now numerous ways to monitor employees, including via a webcam on staff computers or by checking browser … Read More
Avoiding corporate collapse
Businesses are coming under sustained pressure at the moment, and for some there is a real danger that this could lead to financial collapse if … Read More
Resolving a shareholder dispute about company strategy
For a business to grow and prosper, it is vital that the people at the helm get on and have a shared vision about key … Read More
Company rescue: Michael Clinch discusses restructuring plans
Running a business can be difficult at the best of times, but it is particularly hard at the moment given the unprecedented challenges we are … Read More