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Our commercial and business solicitors regularly write about related legal news and topics and welcome your comments on our posts. If you would like more information on our services, please don't hesitate to get in touch on 01616 966 229.

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Getting on top of your commercial contracts

Louise Hebborn
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As begin a new year it is a good time for businesses to start afresh with good practices and a great place to start with this is reviewing commercial contracts . There are many contracts that businesses will be involved in regardless of the size or...

For landlords - the importance of obtaining email authority

Sophie Chilstone
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More and more landlords communicate with their tenants primarily via email. However, this can cause issues later down the line if there is no clause in the tenancy agreement which gives the landlord authority for tenancy documents and/or a notice...

Balancing warranty claims and earn-outs in share purchase agreements

Zainab Porbanderwala
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In Onecom Group Ltd v Palmer [2024] EWHC 867 (Comm) , the High Court determined that a buyer’s warranty claims were not time-barred by a contractual limitations within the SPA, which required claims to be filed within six months of notifying the...

Tips for landlords to streamline the possession process

Sophie Chilstone
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The current possession process involves many requirements that landlords must follow in order to firstly, serve a valid notice seeking possession and secondly, obtain a possession order. This blog deals with the steps that landlords can take ahead of...

Stages of the tenant eviction process - a comprehensive guide for landlords

Sophie Chilstone
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Evicting a tenant is a complex and often challenging process that requires a thorough understanding of the legal framework to ensure it is done correctly and lawfully. As a landlord, navigating this process efficiently is crucial to protect your property...

What is adverse possession?

Sophie Chilstone
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Adverse possession is a legal principle that allows a person to claim ownership of land or property they have occupied without the permission of the legal owner. This principle, often referred to as "squatter's rights," can result in the...

New business advisor - careers at Stephensons

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As a new business advisor in the commercial litigation and dispute resolution team at Stephensons, my role revolves around being the first point of contact for clients who have potential disputes or legal issues involving their businesses. My job...

Court considers notice of claim provisions in share purchase agreements

Jade Fairhurst
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In share purchase agreements (SPA), provision is usually included for the buyer to give notice of a potential claim for a breach of warranty within a certain time period by providing details of the nature of the claim, with sufficient detail. The...

Unfair prejudice petitions: what remedies are available?

Jade Fairhurst
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In our last article on unfair prejudice petitions , we covered what exactly the petitions are, who can bring a petition for unfair prejudice and what the test is to demonstrate unfair prejudice. In this article, we will examine the remedies available to a...

A guide to eviction notices

Sophie Chilstone
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Eviction notices are a critical tool for landlords in managing rental properties. Whether you're dealing with non-payment of rent, breaches of the tenancy agreement, or simply need to regain possession of your property, understanding eviction notices...

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