Now more than ever, we are finding ourselves using video conference calling to interact with fellow colleagues, clients and customers. Whether your preferred choice of platform is Google Hangout, Zoom, Star Leaf or Skype, there is video conferencing etiquette you should always follow. Simon Bellard, HR Consultant, outlines some useful points to consider prior to… Read more »
Directors of companies in financial difficulties face a number of issues, including: How to keep the company in business without committing an offence or incurring personal liability; When they must decide to cease trading; and Which insolvency procedure should the company enter should they cease trading. The risk of liability for wrongful trading is one… Read more »
We are often approached by clients to draft a “shareholders’ agreement” for their Company. This is a good idea and clients are often prompted by their accountant or financial adviser to have such an agreement in place. However, that is only half the story. We also must consider (in this context) the Articles of Association… Read more »
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused an increase in the amount of employees who are working from home. Whilst working from home has many benefits, it can also give rise to legitimate concerns from businesses regarding the need to protect the interests of their business and its confidential trading information. Many employers have policies or contractual… Read more »
With the re-opening of schools proposed to begin from 1st June, school leaders are likely to be presented with queries from staff who are concerned about returning to school and the possible impact on their health and wellbeing. Below is a useful guide to assist you with responding to any staff concerns. Vulnerable Staff Previously,… Read more »
A fundamental piece of advice for home sellers is: don’t wait until after you find a buyer to instruct a solicitor. With the Coronavirus lockdown in place, this advice stands true now more than ever. Many of our clients have recently asked: can I still sell my home during lockdown? Our Director of Conveyancing Operations,… Read more »
What is the best approach if your debtors cannot pay what they owe you? The short answer: honestly, ‘it depends’. Countless businesses are facing legitimate difficulties through no fault of their own. Yours may be one of them, not just because it has shut its doors or lost business due to social distancing, but because… Read more »
The Coronavirus pandemic has caused the stock markets to plummet in value and the property market to be put on hold. For those who have died within 12 months and paid inheritance tax on qualifying shares, which have now been sold at a loss, it may be possible to claim for a refund, as inheritance… Read more »
Most employers will have more pressing matters to deal with at the moment – however it is important that organisations don’t let the implementation of the Government’s Good Work Plan on 6 April 2020 pass them by. The Good Work Plan was labelled as the biggest package of workplace reforms for over 20 years. Below… Read more »
Making a Will can be one of those things that you easily put off, however, it’s a really important document to ensure that your estate is dealt with as you would wish and your loved ones are protected after you die. Below are five reasons why a Will should be made or reviewed: 1. Division… Read more »
