Practical guides on contract review, employment law, and commercial agreements - written in plain English.
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EmploymentThe most common issues we see in employment contracts, from restrictive covenants to hidden probation traps.
GuidesA plain English checklist covering scope, duration, exclusions, and the clauses that catch most people out.
GuidesWhen a solicitor is essential, when AI contract review is enough, and how to decide which option is right for you.
CommercialWhat liability caps and exclusions actually mean, why they matter, and what to watch out for in commercial contracts.
EmploymentNon-compete, non-solicitation, and non-dealing clauses explained. How to tell if yours are enforceable.
EmploymentThe legal and practical differences between being employed and being engaged as a consultant, including IR35 implications.
GuidesA practical checklist you can use right now to review any commercial contract yourself, before deciding if you need professional help.
EmploymentWhat non-compete, non-solicitation and non-dealing clauses mean in practice, and how to tell if yours are enforceable under UK law.
EmploymentPractical guidance on negotiating key terms — notice periods, restrictive covenants, bonus schemes and more — before you sign.
EmploymentWhat a modern employment contract should say about hybrid and remote working, and the clauses that protect both sides.
ConsultancyWho owns the work a consultant creates? Understanding IP assignment, licensing and the clauses that protect your intellectual property.
ConsultancyHow IR35 affects consultants and contractors, and what your contract needs to say to reduce the risk of HMRC reclassification.
ConsultancyHow to negotiate fairer payment terms in consultancy agreements — milestones, late payment penalties and protecting your cashflow.
ShareholdersThe clauses that prevent founder disputes from destroying companies — vesting, leaver provisions, decision-making and deadlock.
ShareholdersHow shares are valued when a shareholder leaves — net asset value, earnings multiples, and hybrid approaches explained.
ShareholdersShotgun clauses, expert determination, put-call options and other mechanisms for breaking shareholder deadlocks.
NDAHow to draft a mutual NDA that genuinely protects both parties, with practical guidance on scope, duration and exclusions.
NDAWhat happens when someone breaches an NDA — injunctions, damages, and the practical reality of enforcement in the UK.
NDAStandard NDA exclusions explained — publicly available information, independent development, and why exclusions matter.
SupplyHow to protect yourself when a supplier delivers late — liquidated damages, termination rights and practical remedies.
SupplyHow liability caps work in supply agreements, what is considered reasonable, and the clauses that protect both buyer and supplier.
SupplyWhat warranty clauses should cover, how long they should last, and what remedies you should have if the product or service fails.
TermsThe key requirements of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and what your T&Cs must say to be compliant and enforceable.
TermsHow GDPR affects your terms and conditions, what you must disclose, and the privacy clauses every business needs.
TermsWhich liability exclusions are enforceable and which are not — UCTA, CRA and the rules that apply to your T&Cs.
Joint VentureDecision-making structures, voting rights, and the governance mechanisms that keep joint ventures on track.
Joint VentureHow to value non-financial contributions — expertise, IP, networks — and build fair joint venture agreements.
Joint VentureHow to exit a joint venture cleanly — notice periods, asset distribution, IP rights and post-termination restrictions.
LoanComplete guide to directors' loans under UK law — tax rules, Companies House returns, interest and repayment obligations.
LoanThe different types of security available in UK loan agreements and how they protect lenders and affect borrowers.
LoanHow interest is calculated in loan agreements, what the different structures mean, and what to watch out for.
IPThe key differences between exclusive and non-exclusive IP licences, and how to choose the right structure.
IPHow royalty rates are structured in IP licence agreements — percentage, flat fee, tiered and hybrid models explained.
IPHow territory and field of use restrictions work in IP licences, and why getting them right matters for both parties.
FranchiseThe essential checklist for anyone about to sign a franchise agreement — fees, obligations, exit rights and red flags.
FranchiseBeyond the franchise fee — royalties, marketing contributions, technology fees and the costs that eat into your margins.
FranchiseHow non-compete and post-termination restrictions work in franchise agreements, and what the UK courts consider reasonable.
GeneralThe most common red flags in commercial contracts — unlimited liability, one-sided termination, auto-renewal traps and more.
GeneralHow auto-renewal clauses work, when they are enforceable, and how to protect yourself from being trapped in a contract.
GeneralA practical guide to negotiating fairer contract terms — what to focus on, how to push back, and when to walk away.
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