If you are interested in the development of children and have a passion for running your own business, then buying a children’s day nursery might be your answer to the ever-elusive question of “what should I do with my life?” Before you rush off to search for a nursery to buy, you need to understand […]
Fast fashion giant Shein is facing a lawsuit from Japanese clothing retailer Uniqlo over claims that Shein copied Uniqlo’s viral shoulder bag. The bag, which has been trending on TikTok and promoted by influencers, is a simple canvas tote with a drawstring closure. Uniqlo is seeking an injunction to prevent Shein from selling the bag and is also asking […]
Minority shareholders, often overshadowed by their majority counterparts, have long faced challenges in protecting their interests. But a recent landmark ruling in the UK case of Ntzegkoutanis v Kimionis offers a glimmer of hope. This blog examines the significance of this decision and its potential impact on the landscape of corporate governance. Unfairly Prejudiced? A […]
“Where there’s a hit, there’s a writ”. This popular industry maxim refers to the fact that as soon as a singer has made a reasonable amount of money, someone out there will launch a lawsuit claiming unpaid royalties, copyright infringement, bootlegging and the like. Artists and tech creatives take an enormous chance when they get […]
CLICK HERE to read our answers to common questions our clients have about buying a pharmacy. There are many reasons for wanting to own a healthcare business. Almost all self-employed people value autonomy and creative freedom, often above money. There is also the social-awareness aspect, as pharmacies are at the heart of a community and contracted […]
The Powers of Attorney Act has recently been updated with amendments which affect the process of making an LPA, as well as the rules around objections to the registration of an LPA. This blog outlines the changes and what you need to know if you are thinking of making an LPA. What is an LPA? A lasting […]
On any given day, we share more than 10 billion emojis around the world and the general consensus is that emojis are for causal conversations. However that could all change after a groundbreaking Canadian court case revolving around emoji law and the thumbs-up emoji (????). In this case a farmer sent a thumbs-up emoji to […]
The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2002 (the Act) came into force on 1st August 2022. Section 3 of the Act applies retrospectively to overseas entities who bought property or land on or after 1 January 1999. It also applies to overseas entities who dispose of property or land after 28 February 2022. The […]
It has been almost one year since the General Data Protection Act (GDPR) came into force. Most of us are used to having to click through at least one data protection related notice every time we go to a website. And fines have been issued, with Google being the first recipient, receiving a €50 million […]