Businesses and individuals seek to maintain confidentiality. But what happens when this is breached by others? We work closely with clients to help them protect their confidential rights. James Staton, head…
Read moreDirectors must discharge their responsibilities properly or face the consequences, which, if they attract personal liability for debts or criminal sanctions, can be very serious for them. We work closely…
Read moreA checklist of areas to consider Having now left the EU with a trade agreement, many companies still have some way to go in a number of areas in terms…
Read moreThis week the high street has once again been hitting the headlines with the purchase by ASOS of some of the Arcadia brands including Topshop and Miss Selfridge. This follows…
Read moreAmanda Beresford, our planning expert, has responded to the Government’s Building Better, Building Beautiful Commission report. So what does it mean for you? According to the Government’s latest planning announcements,…
Read moreWe know that employees are able to resign in the event of a fundamental breach of contract by their employer and so treat themselves as dismissed. We often come across…
Read moreFor most of us, Storm Christoph will bring wind, rain and a short interruption to our daily lockdown walks. But for a few it will bring major disruption, heartbreak and…
Read moreOne recent case we acted on highlights the importance of ensuring a will is valid – and the pitfalls of not doing so. The litigation team at Schofield Sweeney is…
Read moreWorld-famous rapper Nicki Minaj has settled a claim by singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman, for $450,000 (£320,000). Nicki Minaj had not even formally released ‘Sorry’ before she was hit with a lawsuit…
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