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Don’t risk it! Why FCA authorisation is non-negotiable
Recent enforcement action by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) has highlighted a critical issue that many businesses overlook, namely, the ...
Autumn Budget 2025: what you need to know
The Autumn Budget Announcement, which was delayed until 26 November 2025, was anticipated to be a “big one”, which would ...
What are standard terms and conditions and why do you need them?
From small purchases to large, the success of every business transaction depends on a shared understanding between the parties involved ...
Autumn Budget 2025 – Permanently Lower Business Rates
The Government in their November 2025 Autumn Budget, have now introduced changes to business rates to help with this which ...
Beyond the Office Walls: How Far Does Employer Liability Go in Sexual Harassment Cases?
Employers can be vicariously liable for discriminatory acts committed by their employees when there is sufficient connection between the act ...
Fact finding hearings – what are they and when are they needed?
Engaging in family court proceedings can be a daunting prospect, especially if there are allegations of domestic abuse or substance ...
Autumn Budget Predictions: Potential Property Tax Changes and Their Impact
As the Autumn budget draws ever closer, there have been many rumours going around surrounding the potential reforms the government ...
Lifetime Gifting: Are the rumours true?
The rumour mill is in full swing with the Autumn Budget approaching with worries that Rachel Reeves is planning on ...
The Importance of Serving Proper Notice in Commercial Contracts
In the fast-paced world of business, timing and precision are everything, especially when it comes to contractual obligations ...
From Complaint to Compliance: A Practical Case Study on Workplace Discrimination
What should an employer do when an employee raises a sex discrimination complaint? It’s not just about policy, it’s about ...
When absence management becomes harassment: Teacher wins £140,000 in Tribunal case
Managing sickness absence isn’t always straightforward, but the way employers handle these conversations can have serious legal consequences ...
Understanding Break Clauses in Commercial Leases
Break clauses are a key feature in many commercial leases, giving flexibility to both landlords and tenants. This article explains ...
Best Law Firms 2024
Herrington Carmichael has once again been named in the Times Best Law Firms. We were first listed in 2023 and have once again made the Best Law Firms list for 2024.
