Backhouse Solicitors’ blog
The legal process that follows a loved one’s death can be emotionally challenging. This can become even more stressful and upsetting if there is uncertainty surrounding the validity of the deceased’s Will. While Wills are generally considered to be an accurate reflection of the deceased’s [...]
In the world of commercial property and evolving business needs, lease agreements often need to be adjusted. There can be several circumstances that bring about the need to change an existing commercial lease such as business restructuring, relocation, or financial reasons. Within the legal framework [...]
In the UK, there are over 5 million family run businesses, making them a large part of the economy. However, family businesses can be more complex; combining personal relationships with professional ambitions. This can be deeply rewarding, but it also comes with unique legal and [...]
Our clients often ask us whether they are required to give references for former employees. In most cases, there is no issue but where someone has left under awkward circumstances, the decision may be more difficult. Here are some simple guidelines to follow. Giving [...]
Often people associate the necessity of having a Will in place as something to do later in life or at the point where they may own a property, or assets of a more substantial value. This means they may fail to put in place a [...]
Most employers will have a member of staff go on maternity leave at some point, and a well-managed return to work will pay dividends in staff loyalty and retention and may reduce the risk of an employee bringing a claim in the future. It is [...]
The Civil Procedure Rules have long placed a duty on the parties involved in a dispute to consider if the dispute can be settled through negotiation or Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) without commencing proceedings. On 1st October 2024, the CPR made some changes. Following the [...]
Under the Companies Act 2006, a private company must have at least one director and a public company must have at least two. Directors have various roles and obligations and are responsible for the day-to-day running of a company. Directors can also be shareholders and/or [...]
Partnerships exist when two or more members work together with a view to make profit (i.e. in a business venture) and can exist without any formal documentation or registration. However, in a general Partnership such as this, the Partnership is not a separate legal entity, [...]
Shareholders are individuals or companies that hold the shares of the company and therefore have ownership of the company. Shares and shareholders exist for both Public and Private Limited Companies – this article will focus on Private Limited Companies. Shareholders can also be directors and/or employees [...]
