Starting a business can be an exciting but sometimes stressful time, bringing people together with different skills, experiences and expectations. The individuals involved in the new venture may also be making different contributions to the…
The ten most important reasons for making a will
Many people put off making a will until later in life, not wanting to think about the topic when they are still relatively young and in good health. However, there are many good reasons for…
Extension to the moratorium on commercial lease forfeitures continues until 31st December 2020
The latest Welsh Government announcement on the second extension of the moratorium on commercial lease forfeitures will either be good news or bad news, depending on whether you are a landlord or tenant. Hutchinson Thomas’…
Wearing a face covering indoors: what are the legal requirements?
The wearing of face masks in indoor public spaces became a legal requirement in Wales on Monday 14th September 2020. However, there is still some confusion amongst the wider public as to the locations the…
Starting a business, charity or CIC? Why a commercial lawyer should be your first point of call
A lot of small businesses, charities and CICs start out without seeking proper professional advice, finding sample documents online, and hoping for the best. While that entrepreneurial spirit is certainly something to be admired, not…
Video-witnessed wills to be made legal
New government legislation, amending the Wills Act 1837, will state that remote witnessing of wills is to be made legal during the coronavirus pandemic. Here, Louise Williams, partner at Hutchinson Thomas, looks at the reasons…
Registering a trade mark: the importance of protecting your brand
Having the right type of intellectual property protection is vital to stop people stealing or copying the creative ideas you have worked hard to develop. Darren Davies, Partner at Hutchinson Thomas, explains what can and…
Thinking of becoming a franchisee? Read this first.
Becoming a franchisee can be hugely lucrative, but to make it work, certain key issues need to be considered, writes Darren Davies, a partner at Hutchinson Thomas. If you dream of owning your own business,…
Looking to expand your investment portfolio? Becoming a franchisee could be the answer
Hutchinson Thomas is working with whichfranchise and selected brands looking to develop, or establish, their UK presence. So, if you are interested in helping to develop a successful international brand in the UK or buying…
How franchisors can plot a course through the COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 may well be a human crisis but it is also very much a business crisis, as the hard-hit economy teeters on the brink of recession. For franchisors, the best advice from our franchise law…