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Sun, Sea and Security: How to protect your data this summer
7 July 2026
As the UK emerges from another summer heatwave, many of us are looking forward to a well-earned break. Whether employees are working remotely from holiday destinations, taking annual leave, or simply spending more time away from the office, the summer months can create additional data protection and cyber security risks for businesses. While laptops, mobile […]
Employment Rights Act 2025: A new era of Sexual Harassment Liability
7 July 2026
The phased timetable of implementation for the Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) means that we are currently amidst some of the most radical and transformative changes to the employment law landscape in the United Kingdom, seen in a generation. The ERA 2025 is crucially reforming liability and prevention of sexual harassment in the workplace, […]
The Heat Is On: Navigating Employers’ Legal Duties in Hot Weather
7 July 2026
Periods of hot weather in the UK are becoming more frequent and intense given climate change. While the law has traditionally focused on protecting workers from cold conditions, rising temperatures are increasingly exposing employers to health and safety risks. This article outlines the key legal duties owed by employers during hot weather, specific risks for […]
Who Owns What? Dealing with IP in Commercial Agreements
16 June 2026
Intellectual property (IP) is often one of the most valuable assets in a business relationship. Whether you are developing software, commissioning creative work, licensing technology or entering into a joint venture, the question of who owns the IP can have significant commercial and legal consequences. Despite this, IP ownership is frequently overlooked during contract negotiations. […]
How to make sure your terms are properly incorporated
15 June 2026
A business can only rely on its terms and conditions if they have been properly incorporated into the contract. In practice, that means the terms must be brought to the other party’s attention at the right time, in a clear enough way that they form part of the deal. Why incorporation matters It is not […]
Why standard terms and conditions are never truly “standard”
11 June 2026
Many businesses rely on “standard” terms and conditions because they are quick to put in place and seem to offer a simple legal safety net. In practice, though, no two businesses operate in exactly the same way, and a generic template often fails to deal properly with the way a company actually sells, delivers, bills, […]
Termination Clauses: Your Legal Escape Plan
10 June 2026
Whether you’re entering into a new commercial agreement, renewing an existing contract, or reviewing supplier arrangements, it’s easy to focus on how the relationship will begin. However, understanding how the relationship can end is just as important. This is where termination clauses come into play. Often overlooked during negotiations, termination clauses provide a structured mechanism […]
Report on AI, Copyright, and the Creative Industries – UK Government Response
8 June 2026
On 15 May 2026, the UK Government published its response to the House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee’s report on artificial intelligence, copyright and the creative industries, which was released in March 2026. The response provides further insight into the Government’s evolving approach to AI regulation and the interaction between AI technologies and intellectual […]
How to Protect Your Brand Online: From Logos to Domains
7 June 2026
Your brand is one of your business’ most valuable assets. Whether you are launching a new venture, expanding into new markets, or developing a new product line, protecting your brand online is essential to preserving its value and reputation. In today’s digital world, protecting your brand may mean more than safeguarding a logo or company […]
Berry Smith Secures Victory for Defendant including indemnity costs
6 June 2026
Berry Smith recently acted for the Defendant in a 3-day multi-track trial relating to the sale of a £4 million rural estate containing polo and equestrian facilities. The Claimant, who was represented initially but acting as a litigant in person towards trial, advanced claims for misrepresentation and breach of contract, all of which were ultimately […]
Discretionary Trusts Explained: When and Why to Use Them
5 June 2026
When it comes to estate planning, many people are familiar with the idea of trusts, they are a way of managing wealth for you, your family and anyone else you may wish to benefit. There are a number of different types of trust, one of the most flexible options being a discretionary trust. A discretionary […]
Trade Union Access Rights: What Employers Need to Know
2 June 2026
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is expected to introduce a new statutory framework giving trade unions a general right to request access to workplaces for the purposes of meeting, recruiting, organising and representing workers. For many employers, this will represent a significant shift in the industrial relations landscape, particularly where there has historically been little […]