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.
Legal Responsibilities for Remote Workers’ Safety
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Chris Salmon of Quittance Legal Services explains the legal responsibilities employers have for ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of their remote working staff
Everything You Need to Know About CBILS
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We explore the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) and how it can help small and medium-sized businesses affected by Covid-19
What Is VoIP & How Can It Help Remote Workers?
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As UK businesses adapt operations in response to the coronavirus pandemic, we take a quick look at how VoIP technology can help maintain effective business communications
IR35 Changes & The Construction Industry
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Barbara Jamieson of LawBite talks us through the impact of IR35 changes on the construction industry, including how businesses should be using the delay to prepare
Covid-19: 5 SMEs Pivoting Their Business Models
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We look at five inspirational SMEs who have changed their business models to serve their customers during the coronavirus pandemic
What Is a Furloughed Worker?
— Read More — What Is a Furloughed Worker?We take a look at the new Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and the process to follow if UK business owners find that they must furlough their employees
What is a Frontline Employee or Key Worker?
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In the wake of the UK Government announcing new measures to stop the spread of coronavirus, we take a quick look at the definition of key workers and frontline staff in the UK
Covid-19: A Guide to Supporting Your Business
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In uncertain times, businesses need clarity and knowledge. Here's an extensive guide to accessing financial support to help keep your business trading
How to Support Your Remote Working Staff
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As more and more businesses take steps to prepare their staff for remote working, it's important to take a moment to consider how you can support staff whilst they work from home
How to Prepare for the 2020 IR35 Reform
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Hannah Robinson of Larsen Howie breaks down the private sector IR35 reform due to be rolled out on 6th April 2020 and delves into what it will mean for business owners in practice
How to Deal with VAT Error Correction
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Alan Rolfe from HWB Chartered Accountants outlines the correct procedure for VAT error correction to follow if you've made a mistake on your quarterly tax return
How to Increase Profits Without Increasing Sales
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Mark Tighe of specialist tax relief consultancy Catax explores how businesses can generate revenue from existing assets, both physical and intellectual, with a focus on tax breaks
A Guide To Chasing Late Payments
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It's important to be aware of how to chase up unpaid invoices to protect your business and its cash flow. Here's Sage's guide on how SMEs should approach chasing late payments
A Startup's Guide to Data Protection & GDPR
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Stuart Cook of data protection services provider Evalian shares his guide to data protection and GDPR for startups, including managing personal data and compliance
A Guide to Professional Indemnity Insurance
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Kerri-Ann Hockley, Head of Customer Service at professional insurance broker PolicyBee, shares her guide to professional indemnity insurance for UK SMEs
Pros and Cons of Limited Company Contracts
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Hannah Robinson, Digital Marketing Manager of Larsen Howie, talks us through IR35 liability and the pros and cons of limited company contracts
A Guide to April 2020 Employment Law Changes
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Employment law specialist Paula Fisher provides insight into the 2020 Employment Law Changes that will affect every employer in the UK, along with highlighting how UK SMEs can prepare
Making Your Business Compliant with PCI Level 1
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Protecting personal data should be a primary concern of any business, especially those that process card payments. Here's our guide to making your business compliant with PCI Level 1
A Small Business' Guide to Checking Contracts
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LawBite's Diane Pearce shares her expert knowledge on how to check legal contracts as a small business owner, along with exploring the commercial implications of Brexit
Credit Control Checklist for Small Businesses
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If you offer your products or services on credit, it's vital that this is carried out in a controlled manner and a strict collection procedure is in place
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