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Leverets makes global headlines
A laser-focused approach ensures Leverets’ stands up to ethical scrutiny.
Insolvency judgement in the matter of BHS Ltd
An update on the BHS insolvency judgment
What is a statutory demand? And what to do if you get one!
What is a statutory demand? And what to do if you get one!
What is Greenwashing and what are the consequences?
What is Greenwashing and what are the consequences?
Right to protest
Everyone has a right to protest, but whose protest has the most right?
The Duty of Disclosure in Civil Litigation
Solicitor Owen Vanstone-Hallam explains why it’s important for clients entering civil litigation proceedings to understand the duty of disclosure.
The Green House Gas (GHG) Protocol
Getting ahead of the game in relation to ESG issues
Latest on London Capital and Finance scandal
High Court judge rules that London Capital and Finance did indeed operate as a Ponzi scheme.
New Brexit border checks set to hit UK businesses hard
Full border controls introduced on imports of goods from the EU.
Martyn’s Law (Protect Duty) and its Implications
Martyn’s Law (Protect Duty) and its Implications for Public Venues of all Sizes
Location, Location, Location
Why we so love our Kent business community
Who invented bitcoin?
Who Invented Bitcoin?
New Changes to UK Company Law 2024
On 4th March 2024 the first set of changes under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (which received royal assent in October 2023) came into force.
Our top 10 tips for handling business disputes
Business disputes are commonplace. However, a small disagreement can quickly escalate if not handled promptly and effectively.
SLAPPs – what are they and why does the government want to end them?
SLAPPs – what are they and why does the government want to end them?
Digital signature fraud on the rise
What is the status of current legislation on digital signature fraud?
London Capital and Finance PLC (in administration) and Anor v Thomson and Ors
Proceedings began last week into London Capital & Finance PLC (in administration) and Anor v Thomson and Ors, and the ponzi scheme that led to one of the biggest investment firm failings in recent years.
The Rise in Litigants in Person
Litigants in Person on the rise in the UK – what’s the best way forward?
Lessons from the Charity Commissions Kids Company failings
What lessons can charities learn from the treatment of Kids Company?
Leverets’ pivotal role in one of the most notable cases of 2023
How Leverets played a pivotal role in one of the most notable cases of 2023
