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A family business in Devon is in danger of closing after fizzy drinks giant Coca-Cola threatened it with legal action if the owners don't change its name. more»

Having previously covered the benefits of shareholders? agreements for smaller firms, David Walker responds to one reader whose business partner feels unsafe entering an agreement as a minority owner. more»

A failure to seek professional advice for small business legal issues cost UK founders over 13.6bn in 2016, according to a new YouGov study. more»

Telecoms are essential for every business, but it's easy to get bamboozled by the jargon. Whether you are in-contact already or just about to negotiate a new one, here are some key considerations. 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»

Media interest in the gig economy shows no sign of abating, with further employment tribunal judgments, and the outcome of a number of government investigations into the gig economy, expected later this year. more»

As many as one in five people admitted to making one of the biggest decisions in life, their chosen career, based on a TV role model. more»

Small UK businesses could soon make claims against MasterCard of up to millions of pounds in overcharged credit card fees, after a law firm received the financial backing to represent claimants. more»

Regular Business Advice contributor David Walker, returns to explain everything a small business owner needs to be aware of should a contract remain unsigned by a client. more»