Business Advice legal expert, and Grid Law founder, David Walker reflects on a recent conversation with a client to help company owners deal with unfair business contracts that could threaten the future of a small firm. more»
The "without prejudice" rule is something many people fail to apply correctly. Here are the three most common mistakes business owners are making. more»
Launching a new Business Advice series, Grid Law founder David Walker provides readers with an overview of alternative dispute resolution and explains how mediation can help reach a settlement out of court. more»
After chicken giant Nando’s launched legal action against a small restaurant it believed had lifted the chain's branding, our legal expert helps business owners protect themselves against similar claims. more»
The MP voiced his concerns that too many small businesses are unable to take legal action against banks because they can’t afford to challenge them in the courts. more»
When someone owes you money, has breached your contract, poached an employee or perhaps stolen your idea, emotions will be running high. You will want to fight back and get even. Your first through may even be to sue them. But should you? more»
It’s easy to make an emotional decision and fight a claim on a point of principle. However, it’s important to carefully consider what’s best for the business because even when you have a good claim, it may not be economical to pursue. more»
If you’re involved in a dispute, you may need to start legal action to resolve it. However, it’s not always clear how or where to start the claim. Here, Business Advice expert David Walker clarifies the different procedures available. more»
Our legal expert David Walker returns to explain the business benefits of a shareholders' agreement, and outlines each consideration company owners must make. more»
Despite more than a hundred years’ experience of working together in close proximity in office-style situations, we’re still learning how to have “good” conversations with co-workers. more»
