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How to recover a business debt

If you are a business or sole trader, customers who do not pay what they owe can have a significant impact on your finances. Of course, it is not always...

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What are a director’s duties?

Within every company, there will normally be shareholders and a director (or a board of directors). Directors are in charge of the management of a business, and their duties are...

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What is the Breathing Space scheme?

Posted: 15 November 2021

Author: Laura Brimson

The Debt Respite Scheme, also known as the Breathing Space scheme, came into force on 4th May 2021 and gives those who owe money further legal protection from their creditors....

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Business interruption insurance: are you covered?

Posted: 4 February 2021

Author: James Bell

Over the last few months, many businesses will have dug out their business interruption insurance policies in the hope that it could help save their organisation from some of the...

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No-fault evictions: what do landlords need to know? 

Posted: 16 April 2019

Author: Sharlie Sollars

The government announced this month that, under new plans, private landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants at short notice without ‘good reason’ or fault. The idea is...

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How do I remove a director?

If a company director is underperforming, or they are in disagreement with the majority of stakeholders when it comes to the business’ strategy, there may be no alternative option but...

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What are my rights as a minority shareholder?

A majority shareholder owns 50% or more of the shares in a company. They will generally govern the running of the business and can prevent a minority shareholder from making...

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Do I really need a solicitor?

If you find yourself in a dispute with someone and you are considering taking them to court, or if someone is taking you to court, you may ask yourself the...

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New debt recovery rules: what you need to know

Posted: 5 October 2017

Author: Samantha Castle

This week, the new pre-action protocol for debt claims came into force – and it’s likely to leave some business owners and managers scratching their heads. Partner Samantha Castle decodes...