Are you going self-employed? Are you aware of the legal requirements involved in running your own business? Find out what your rights are, what you can expect from contracts like non-compete agreements and more. Since you'll be 100% responsible for your actions, it's worth looking at our articles for information on some key legal aspects of going it alone.
The Impact of the Uber Ruling on the Gig Economy
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4 FAQs for Freelancers
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Freelancing vs Full-Time Employment
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Understanding Your Legal Rights as an Employee
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Your employer should (of course) abide by employment law, but a wise employee should always seek to understand his or her legal rights.
Franchisees and The Law
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Non-Compete Clauses for Freelancers (Part 2)
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Freelancers: find out what your options are for exiting a non-compete clause that could be blocking you moving on in your career.
Non-Compete Clauses for Freelance (Part 1)
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Freelancers: always pay attention to the small print in non-compete clauses in supplier contracts. Read Part 1 of our article on this vital issue.
Non-Compete Clause: The Ins and Outs
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Non-compete clauses are commonplace in the commercial world, so if you’ve signed one but you’re considering your options, here's all you need to know.
Introduction to Non-Disclosure Agreements
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What's a non-disclosure agreement, and do you need one? Read our introduction to NDAs to learn how they work and why you need one to protect your business
Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement
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Non-disclosure agreements (NDA) are common across industries. But do you know what you are signing and what happens if you breach the contract?
Tips on Finance for Sole Traders
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Understanding small business finance is essential for sole traders who are just starting up. Read our tips before you order those trendy business cards!
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