Buying a pharmacy in the UK is a unique and attractive business opportunity for investors. If you are considering a pharmacy purchase, we have a comprehensive guide and common questions and answers available to assist with your decision. In this blog, we will highlight and discuss key aspects which you should consider, especially if there is little scope in […]
Whether you have taken the first step to franchising your business or have multiple stores and are looking to expand further, taking on a new franchisee can be a risky business. Fortunately, with correct due diligence, well-drafted confidentiality agreements and deposit agreements, you can increase your chances of selecting a franchisee who will be an […]
Did you know that Olympic champion and all-round legend Mo Farah’s ‘Mobot’ symbol is trade marked, as is Usain Bolt’s signature lightning bolt pose? It may surprise you that these are not simply famous concepts – each has also been recognised as commercially valuable, and thereby worth protecting under intellectual property law. Similarly, prolific author […]
There are a lot of things to consider when buying a pharmacy, with financial, legal and regulatory issues all playing a crucial role in the process. In order to make things easier for you, we have answered the top 5 common questions we receive from pharmacy buyers to give you an initial idea of what’s […]
Since the decision last July (2020) by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in what is known as Schrems II, the legitimacy of international data transfers to outside of the EU has once again been thrown into question. What Has This Got To Do with My Business? You may be wondering what […]
2016 kicked off with McDonalds making the headlines again. For once, they were not related to the alleged harm the company causes to our waistlines and the environment. Instead, the multi-billion pound franchise has been accused of abusing its monopoly status in the market to squeeze franchises and exploit consumers in Europe. In an action […]
Think of some of the most successful organisations: ‘Subway’, ‘Driver Hire’, ‘Barking Mad’, ‘Greensleeves’. What do they all have in common? That’s right – they are all franchises! And once upon a time, they were all start-ups, fighting to compete and grow in their field. Now, they are all household names. Some say that the […]
Your business is ready to embark on a new project. You have tested the market, performed the necessary due diligence and, after reviewing your overall business strategy and aims, you have decided to partner with another company or companies to turn your vision into a reality. Forming a joint venture holds many advantages including: Access […]
One of the most common images that comes to mind when thinking about how a company makes decisions is of a group of individuals huddled around a boardroom table. Although many companies still prefer to decisions this way, companies are also permitted to take advantage of electronic communication methods for their decision-making processes. Section 281 […]
