Bons Mots – A New Collection of Quotes
If you’ve enjoyed the quotes posted on our Last Word page by ContractStore’s Giles Dixon, you might like to know he’s selected the best for publication in a new book – Bons Mots. Collected primarily
Legal Updates for Business and Contract News Blog
New Employment Rights Bill Will Affect Most Employers
The Labour Government has published a wide-ranging Employment Rights Bill.
This will affect almost all employers, especially those taking on new staff.
The Essentials of Crafting Unassailable Business Contracts
Understanding the nuances and intricacies of business contracts is crucial for establishing transparent dealings and averting potential disputes.
What ChatGPT Says About Copyright
There is a lot of discussion on who owns the copyright in documents produced by ChatGPT. So, we decided to ask ChatGPT what it has to say on the subject.
From Farming to Fortune: How to Create a Successful Farm and Monetize It
Agriculture is one of the oldest and most important industries in the world. However, creating a successful farm and monetizing it can be a daunting task. In this article from ContractStore, we’ll explore some steps
Pre-action protocol explained. How to set out your claim against an individual before starting proceedings
If you are planning to bring proceedings against an individual in the UK, you need to follow the pre-action protocol in your letter (or email). That is a a set of guidelines that must be
What to include in a letter demanding payment of debt
If someone owes you money in the UK and you wish to take legal action to recover the debt, you may need to send a letter before action. Here are the main things you should
What legal information is required on a website in the UK?
In the UK, certain legal information is required to be displayed on a website. Not everyone is aware of this, so here is a useful summary: Company name: If the website is operated by a
Compulsory Mediation proposed by Government for claims up to £10,000
The Ministry of Justice is consulting on its proposal to automatically refer people involved in a civil dispute valued up to £10,000 for a free mediation session. This would be provided by Her Majesty’s Courts
Collateral Warranties & Adjudication
The Court of Appeal decided in June that a collateral warranty agreement can be a ‘construction contract’ under the Housing Grants (Construction & Redevelopment) Act. This means that the beneficiary of a collateral warranty who