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22 Feb 2019

Are you liable for the misdemeanours of your employees?

What do the following have in common? A managing director punches an employee; a self-employed doctor sexually assaults a bank’s prospective employees during pre-employment medical checks; a petrol station attendant violently assaults a customer; and an IT auditor releases personal data for staff at Morrisons? The answer: the employer was held for each of these incidents. In light of recent […]

25 Jan 2019

Can we help you get your business out of financial trouble?

All businesses have times during which receipts of income slow down, suppliers do not deliver, and customers close or go to a competitor. While it is a necessary business skill to be able to take the rough with the smooth and concentrate on how to counteract unforeseen events, would you be able to spot the […]

19 Jan 2019

Grumbles or grievances – why you need to take employee complaints seriously

Receiving a grievance from an employee is rarely welcome – dealing with it can soak up resources, cause disquiet among other employees and in some cases escalate into a dispute which ends up before an employment tribunal. However, as Marcin Durlak, Partner and employment lawyer with IMD Solicitors in London, Manchester and Birmingham explains, handling grievances properly is a useful […]

14 Jan 2019

Do You Need a Shareholders’ Agreement? FREE Seminar

What is a Shareholders’ Agreement? Put simply ‘Shareholders’ agreement with the company. A Shareholders’ Agreement is usually drafted so that it dovetails with the Articles of the Association. The big question is, do you need one? If there is more than one shareholder in your company, it is highly advisable. Shareholders’ Agreements are put in place and […]

3 Jan 2019

Protecting your business against online fraud

Online fraud is now the most prevalent crime in England and Wales, affecting both individuals and businesses of £ 10 billion a year. The complexity with which cyber fraud can be carried out. As Kamil Tomaszewski, dispute resolution solicitor with IMD Solicitors explains, ‘Businesses of all sizes are vulnerable, with common weaknesses in poor security, inadequate antivirus protection, vulnerable […]

1 Jan 2019

Food labeling – Is your business compliant?

If not, you could face an unlimited financial penalty and/or a criminal conviction, which are likely to seriously damage or even ruin your business. With the upcoming political changes and fatal incidents involving incorrect or no labeling, the industry is now facing increased inspections and enforcement actions carried out by local governments. We decided to remind those involved […]

19 Dec 2018

Thinking of starting a social enterprise as a Community Interest Company?

When most people think about starting a social enterprise, they often need to be established as a charity. While charities are a sound corporate vehicle for these activities, the rigors of the Charity. An alternative company structure, which is the Community Interest Company (CIC). As Olexandr Kyrychenko, a commercial partner with IMD Solicitors explains, ‘These are seen as a […]

19 Nov 2018

Getting ready to sell your business

Whether or not you are starting to think about retirement, if you have any plans to sell your business in the future then there are steps that you can take to ensure that you achieve the best price for your business and to sell it on the most favourable terms. It is worth investing time […]

2 Sep 2018

Dealing with contract disputes

Dealing with contract disputes Falling out with someone you can do business with emotionally draining, costly and time-consuming. Sometimes there is a break in the future. On other occasions your relationship may be successful. In either case, if you have a good deal, it’s possible to sort things out. Olexandr Kyrychenko, commercial dispute resolution lawyer with IMD Solicitors explaining the basics. […]

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