Understanding your legal rights as an employer when dealing with a member of staff who just isn't pulling their weight is one of the less palatable aspects of business leadership. Not only is it an awkward, and confrontational thing to do, employers are aware that they don't want to face any damaging legal action from the employee either. 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»
Going to court is risky. Even when you’re sure you have a strong case, the result is never guaranteed. So if you’re involved in a business dispute, you should do everything you can to settle it before trial. more»
A prize draw can be an effective marketing tool for a small business. But can you withhold a prize from the winner because they didn’t express the enthusiasm you expected? more»
Small UK business owners have just days to start complying with strict new rules designed to combat tax evasion, with leading law firms outlining where preparations should begin. more»
A survey of over 2,000 employees found that 61 per cent had not received any information about their firm’s health and safety policies, with men having more hazardous jobs overall. more»
Some 30,000 UK companies could be in line for backdated increases to business rates bills because of the so-called staircase tax, Business Advice understands. more»
Direct electronic marketing is an extremely powerful method of promoting your business, products and services. It’s cost effective, can be highly targeted and it’s fast to implement. more»
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has decided that it is not an act of religious discrimination for an employer to ban an employee from wearing a headscarf at work, provided that the employer has a neutral dress policy in place. more»
Having built your business to its current success, you are ready to take the step into franchising and the last thing you want to do is undermine your hard work and efforts by not having protected yourself properly. more»
