The Effect of the Fourth Anti-Money Laundering Directive on the PSC Register Requirements
The register of people with significant control (the “PSC register”) was introduced by the British government in April 2016. It [...]
The Way Of The FCA
People who have read Ayn Rand’s classic ode to capitalism Atlas Shrugged tend to fall into two camps – those [...]
In Those We Trust – A Guide To Charity Trustees
There are over 180,000 charities in England and Wales[1], which endeavour to benefit various sectors of society in unique ways. [...]
Should You Risk Signing A Pre-incorporation Contract?
Commercial contract breaches can result in one party having to pay a vast sum of money to another, as compensation [...]
Keeping Your House In Order – UK Company Filing Duties
There is no doubt that the UK has a simple and straightforward process for setting up a company. According to [...]
Don’t Let Your Global Business Result In a Worldwide Problem
International Contracts and Dispute Resolution With America, Europe and the Middle East battling tumultuous political times, certainty in cross-jurisdictional contracts [...]
Not In My Name! Trademarking Names, Words and Phrases
Trademarking – What do President Donald Trump, Cheryl, Beyonce and Jay Z and a 9/11 hero widow have in common? [...]
The ABCs of Ts&Cs When Setting Up An Online Business
It might not be the most riveting part of starting an online business but when it comes to ensuring you [...]
Asset and Fund Management The Impact On Brexit
Asset and fund management- At the beginning of June 2017, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) sent letters to 20 of [...]
A Guide To The Charities (Protection and Social Investment) Act 2016
The Charities (Protection and Social Investment) Act 2016 is designed to provide tougher regulatory powers to the Charity Commission, [...]
Investing in a property portfolio – how Saracens Solicitors can help
More millionaires attain their wealth through property than any other investment. Investing in a commercial property portfolio has the potential [...]
Protecting Your Interests If A Commercial Tenant Goes Bust
No More Distress – Recovering Rent Arrears Under CRAR Lets talk about the issue of the insolvent tenant and protecting [...]
Sharing the Love – Your Guide To Correctly Distributing Your Company’s Profits
The ultimate aim of a company is to make a profit. Of course, company directors and entrepreneurs are driven [...]
Protecting Your Interests If a Commercial Tenant Goes Bust
When BHS collapsed earlier this year, most of the concern was centred on the 11,000 employees who lost their jobs [...]
Trump, Brexit and the Rise of Infrastructure Investment
Both Brexiteers and Donald Trump won their battles by promoting nationalism. Statements and claims were made by supporters and leaders [...]
Top Tips On How to Launch a New Product
On Friday, 16th September 2016, Apple launched the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus in 28 different countries. However, [...]
Puttin’ on the Ritz
Who hasn’t dreamed of running a hotel or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) at some stage in their life? The idea [...]
The Queen’s Speech: Reforms to the Gift Aid Small Donations Scheme
In May 2016, the British Government announced its intention to introduce a new Bill to simplify the complex Gift Aid [...]
A Floody Mess – Protecting Your Property From Flooding
Flood damage is messy and devastating. It leaves family memories and treasured possessions sodden and ruined. The worst thing [...]
Top Tips For Tenants Negotiating A Commercial Lease
Finally, you have secured the perfect building / office / factory / warehouse. No doubt this has taken you months [...]
Freedom of Speech – How Whistleblowers in the NHS are Now Protected
Public confidence in the NHS is vital. It is an institution that the British public are proud of – and [...]
Can I Get My Money Back From Someone Who Has Been Made Bankrupt
Are you owed money by someone who is in dire financial straits? If so, you are not alone. In [...]
How Third-party Litigation Funding can be Used by Businesses
I have a Claim but I don’t have the money to go to Court What can I do? Pursuing a [...]
Investing in a Good Time – All you need to know about holiday timeshares and purchasing hotel rooms
Summer is only a few months away and everyone is making plans for their annual trip abroad. Most of us [...]