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How do Heads of Terms work in Commercial Leases? Frettens’ Charlie Bennett answers

With us now well and truly in the new year, many businesses will be looking to either start or renew their commercial lease. At this stage, Heads of Terms can be vital to... READ MORE »

Commercial expert Paul Longland answers your questions on the Enterprise Investment Scheme

The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) offers tax incentives to business investors and was set to come to an end in April 2025. The scheme has now been extended by an... READ MORE »

Employment Law Expert Chris Dobbs answers your questions on dismissing a member of staff

Most businesses who employee staff will probably have to, at one stage or another, dismiss an employee. However, as an employer, its important that you follow the correct... READ MORE »

HR Services Expert Nathan Andrews answers Employer Questions on Workplace Investigations

Every organisation will inevitably encounter incidents or issues that need careful and fair management. A workplace investigation is often required before any decisions... READ MORE »

Frettens’ Commercial Expert Zoe Watson answers your questions on LLPs

Are you looking to set up a Limited Liability Partnership, or convert your business into one? If so, you’ll probably have some questions. In Frettens latest... READ MORE »

Frettens’ Dispute Expert answers your questions on Cease and Desists

If you think that a person or an organisation is violating your business rights with unlawful conduct, you may be able to serve them with a cease and desist letter. But... READ MORE »

Frettens’ Jason Grimster answers your questions on recovering business debts

Debt recovery can be difficult, especially if the debtor you are trying to recover money from someone who isn’t responding to you. However, there are some steps you can... READ MORE »

Frettens’ Ben Cobb answers your questions on preparing a commercial property to let

Whether you’ve let out your commercial property before or are new to it, the process can be quite complex. That’s why, in this Q&A, Frettens’ own Commercial... READ MORE »

Frettens’ Rhiannon Stevinson answers your questions on leaving a business in a Will

Having a plan for your business after your death is important. Perhaps you want your children to be your successor and the company to continue in their name. Or maybe, if... READ MORE »

Can company directors be personally liable? Frettens’ own Paul Longland answers

It’s a well-known fact that shareholders of private limited companies do not normally have any personal liability for the debts and obligations of the company. But what... READ MORE »