Do we need an alternative dispute resolution clause in this contract?
Do we need an alternative dispute resolution clause in this contract? A contract is often compared to an insurance policy; you hope you never have [...]
Due diligence on a commercial property acquisition
Due diligence on a commercial property acquisition If you are considering buying a commercial property, it is up to you to find out as much [...]
Planning for the end of a contract
Planning for the end of a contract Imagine a contract you entered into is not going as expected and you want to terminate. All you [...]
A landlord’s liability for a commercial tenant’s activities
A landlord’s liability for a commercial tenant’s activities The most successful commercial landlords take an active approach to managing their properties, and there is more [...]
A tenant’s guide to business leases and ‘contracting out’
If you take a lease of business premises, your landlord may ask you to ‘contract out’ of statutory rights that apply to business tenancies. Before [...]
How to fund your MBO – a consideration of the main routes available
If you have been presented with an opportunity for a potential management buyout (MBO) at the company where you work, and you believe there is [...]
Is your partnership agreement still fit for purpose?
As a business owner in partnership with others, you probably took great care to consider the key issues and agree a carefully worded partnership agreement [...]
Commercial service charges – a tenant’s guide
Commercial tenants will know that the rent they pay is only one part of the overall cost of occupying their premises. A service charge is [...]
Charity premises and land transactions – avoid the traps
Charity premises and land transactions – avoid the traps Charities enjoy favourable tax status but must follow a range of statutory rules, and this includes [...]
How to appoint a new supplier without over-sharing – the role of NDAs and confidentiality clauses
The role of NDAs and confidentiality clauses when appointing a new supplier When appointing a new supplier there is often a dilemma over the issue [...]