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I’m owed rent, how will changes in…

In cases where you are looking to recover overdue rent, the use of enforcement officers or bailiffs is often seen as the option of choice, but changes to the law,…

Harrison Drury takes on England

Harrison Drury has made a senior appointment to its property team. The firm has landed Simon England from regional law firm, Napthens. Simon joins as associate solicitor and will work…

How can I pursue a debt owed…

It’s not unusual if you are owed money by a company for it to enter some form of insolvency process, but this doesn’t mean that all is lost. Subject to…

When does the CPS get involved in…

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) along with local authorities are responsible for the enforcement of health and safety laws, designed to protect workers while they are at work. If…

Who is the lord of your manor?

Lord of the Manor Many people in the Fylde Coast area of Lancashire have woken up in the last few days to letters from the Land Registry advising them that…

Regulators join forces in health & safety…

A joint investigation by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and the Environment Agency into an explosion at a Lancashire waste management site cost the operator £195,000 – and underscores…

New reporting rules for workplace injuries

From October 1, changes to the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR) come into being aimed at simplifying the reporting mechanism. RIDDOR puts duties on employers, the…

What should be in my executive employment…

Problem: I’m in negotiations with a potential new employer about a senior executive position. What should I ask to be included in my employment contract and should I have a…

Harrison Drury wins landmark case for construction…

Harrison Drury has won a landmark case at the High Court that is likely to have significant repercussions for the UK construction sector. The firm represented Parkwood Leisure Ltd in…

How does new Health & Safety guidance…

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has recently launched new guidance for larger organisations and businesses to understand how to manage health & safety. The release of this new guidance…

‘Don’t rush in’ call over owner-employee status

Businesses are being warned not to rush into new ‘owner-employee’ contracts that allow staff to give up some of their employment rights for shares in the business. The new owner-employee…

What should be covered in a shareholders’…

Problem I have recently started a new business with two former colleagues and we have been advised to draw up a shareholders’ agreement. Why do we need one and what…

Summary of changes to employment law

On 29 July 2013, a number of changes to employment law came into effect. These include the introduction of fees in employment tribunals, a cap on compensation for unfair dismissal…

Harrison Drury recruits Brett Cooper for growth…

Harrison Drury, has appointed experienced corporate lawyer Brett Cooper as it targets further growth and geographic expansion. Brett joins Harrison Drury from Temple Heelis Solicitors in Cumbria. He has a…

Q&A: What are the options for exiting…

Problem: I’m approaching my fifties, have a growing business and I now want to give some serious consideration to building it up and exiting. Some of my contacts have told…

Five top legal tips for commercial property…

In a recent blog I looked at common mistakes made by both landlords and tenants when entering into commercial property leases. This time I’m going to highlight some of the…

How new whistleblowing rules affect businesses

Major changes to legislation protecting workplace whistleblowers have significant implications for employers. Harrison Drury's Employment law team, discusses the main issues for businesses need to be aware of. Whistleblowing is…

Keeping your business staffed over summer

With summer in full swing and the school holidays right around the corner, many employees will be planning to use some of their annual leave. As employers, this can result…

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