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July 26, 2024

Companies Act 2006 – A Summary

The Companies Act 2006 was introduced to replace the Companies Act 1985 as the UK’s key piece of legislation for the operation of companies. It is an important Act because…
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July 18, 2024

Statement of Work: The Guide to Crafting a Comprehensive SOW

A Statement of Work (SOW) is a vital document that outlines the scope, objectives, timelines, and payment terms of a project. It serves as a foundation for project management, ensuring…
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July 9, 2024

Novation: What You Need To Know When Transferring A Contract

Do you want to replace a party to a contract and discover a new wave of novation? If so, you need to consider the rules and process around “novation”. In…
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June 27, 2024

The Top 10 Most Used Latin Legal Terms

Latin, the ancient language of the Romans, still plays a big part in legal language today. It’s everywhere in law, from courtrooms to legal documents. And why is Latin used…
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June 12, 2024

Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 – Consumer Law Changes and Enhanced Rights

LAST UPDATED: 07/04/2025 Consumer law is changing. Following the overhaul that was the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (and the earlier Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 (CPUT)), the consumer landscape has changed sufficiently…
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May 28, 2024

What is a Subsidiary?

A subsidiary is a company that is under the control of another company called a holding company. A subsidiary is considered its own legal entity, which, amongst other things, can…
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May 13, 2024

New ICO Guidance: Content Moderation and Data Protection 

UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has recently released its guidance on content moderation and data protection as part of its commitments stemming from its joint statement with Ofcom (the UK’s communications regulator) in 2022, aimed…
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April 25, 2024

Changes to Dispute Resolution: Compulsory Mediation for Small Claims 

In our recent blog on Civil Procedure Rules, we discussed the concept of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and its voluntary character in resolving disputes. Mediation, a form of ADR, involves an independent mediator who…
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April 23, 2024

Quid Pro Quo: Essentials

The expression ‘quid pro quo’ carries significant importance, embodying the essence of the reciprocal exchange. In the legal context, it serves as a fundamental principle across various fields, ranging from contract law to criminal law. It…

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