Whether emails are legally binding are or not depends on their context and what is said within them. Grid Law founder David Walker explains. more»

David Walker helps a cafe owner understand their options as a staff member threatens to leave for a rival company nearby, possibly contravening their employment contract. more»

As a Business Advice reader finds themselves in a legal dispute with their office provider over unpaid rent, Grid Law founder David Walker clarifies the elements of a legally binding electronic contract to lay out a potential resolution. more»

As an ecommerce business, its crucial to get your product returns policy right. Here, Grid Law founder David Walker considers the consumer contract from an online retail perspective. more»

What happens when your franchisor enters administration? Is your franchise agreement automatically terminated? more»

Apps are big business, so how to protect your idea should be an early consideration. Grid Law founder David Walker explains how to create an app with a freelance developer while ensuring intellectual property rights are retained. more»

Is it possible to keep a contract as simple as possible but still ensure protection for your business? Here are the essential considerations small company owners need to be aware of. more»

Grid Law founder David Walker reflects on a client's recent legal dispute to clarify a question frequently asked by micro business owners: Is a purchase order legally binding? more»

Small UK business owners are unable to access contracts in the public sector, a committee of MPs has claimed, despite large firms failing to offer value for money. more»

Our small business legal expert, and founder of Grid Law, David Walker, offers company owners a step-by-step contract review checklist to clarify the clauses and phrases likely to appear. more»