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There is a moment within every start-up company when you need a lawyer. Ideally someone pragmatic, insightful and responsive. Thank heavens we found Mark.

When a dispute arises in the context of a business it will usually stem from a known risk, such as a customer not paying, an employee setting up in competition or a supplier breaching the terms of their contract. Identifying and effectively managing the risks posed to your business can seriously reduce the likelihood of disputes arising and can ensure that, where problems do occur, the damage caused is minimal.

Picture the scene. You have just fired a rogue consultant who has set up in competition with you in breach of a restraint of trade clause in their consultancy contract. Added to this, they have taken a copy of your customer list which they have been using to tout for business. They have also been claiming falsely that you dispensed of their services unfairly because of concerns they raised about health and safety issues. What can you do? Issue a…

Part 1 can be found at: GDPR - A guide for Business (Part 1)

JPP Law looks at the ten most common mistakes business owners make when it comes to tackling debtors, and advises on the best course of action.

Part 2 can be found at: GDPR - A guide for Business (Part 2).

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Have you thought about outsourcing any of your business functions to a third-party provider? If so, you are not alone; many businesses have turned to outsourcing in recent years to achieve different business objectives, including:

Disputes are an unfortunate fact of life but with the right support they can very often be resolved quickly and relatively cheaply, without the need for court action. JPP Law explains how, by taking legal advice at an early stage, you can increase your chances of achieving settlement without the need for the court to become involved.

A landlord faced with a tenant who is not paying their rent has two options: take steps to end the lease or try to recover the money owed. If you decide to recover the rent you might find the commercial rent arrears recovery scheme a good option.