Legal

Understanding business law is critical to protecting your ideas and knowing your rights.

Our articles on legal issues have been created to help business owners tackle sensitive situations that require essential knowledge. Some of our articles break down tricky issues such as trademarks, patents and IP, while other content is more lighthearted, providing a welcome break from the more serious side to managing a business.

What is a Workers’ Compensation Scheme?

What is a Workers’ Compensation Scheme?

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What is a Workers’ Compensation Scheme?

A workplace injury can be devastating for employees and has repercussions for the company, so it's vital to have the right insurance or compensation scheme

​Tips on Finance for Sole Traders

​Tips on Finance for Sole Traders

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​Tips on Finance for Sole Traders

Understanding small business finance is essential for sole traders who are just starting up. Read our tips before you order those trendy business cards!

Want to Stop Employees Leaving or Want Someone to Quit?

Want to Stop Employees Leaving or Want Someone to Quit?

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Want to Stop Employees Leaving or Want Someone to Quit?

Whether you're curious about staff interviewing for other jobs, or you want someone to quit, always follow legal lines.

New Recruits' Health Not up to the Job?

New Recruits' Health Not up to the Job?

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New Recruits' Health Not up to the Job?

How to manage a new recruit who's too sick to work, and an employee who's given misleading health information.

Mergers and Acquisitions FAQs - Part 1

Mergers and Acquisitions FAQs - Part 1

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Mergers and Acquisitions FAQs - Part 1

A merger or acquisition can be a confusing time for any business owner. Here we answer your questions on M&A deals and what it means for you.

Employee Privacy at Work

Employee Privacy at Work

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Employee Privacy at Work

Employees' privacy is protected by law - HR cannot ask about private conversations or days off for instance.

Legal and Illegal Conditions of Employment

Legal and Illegal Conditions of Employment

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Legal and Illegal Conditions of Employment

As an employer, it's important to know that there are some terms and conditions of employment that are illegal to enforce, like babysitting your boss' kid

2 Tips for Managing Sick Leave and GP Visits

2 Tips for Managing Sick Leave and GP Visits

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2 Tips for Managing Sick Leave and GP Visits

Check whether you can force an employee to take sick leave and whether people need to clock-off for GP visits.

Want to Appeal Against Disciplinary Action?

Want to Appeal Against Disciplinary Action?

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Want to Appeal Against Disciplinary Action?

If your employer is taking disciplinary action against you, they're legally obliged to let you appeal. Here's all you need to know to appeal successfully

Managing Employee Medical Issues

Managing Employee Medical Issues

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Managing Employee Medical Issues

Dealing with medical conditions in the workplace - when you can terminate contracts and handling personal data.

What are Collective Agreements?

What are Collective Agreements?

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What are Collective Agreements?

What are collective agreements with respect to employee representation? Fleximize explores collective bargaining and union ballots when negotiating at work