A share purchase agreement (SPA) is an agreement between a buyer and seller(s) of a target company, setting out the terms and conditions relating to the sale and the purchase of a specific number of…
Mobile phone use while driving: the law is strengthening
The law surrounding mobile phone use while driving is being updated and extended from 2022, in order to close existing loopholes and make it easier to prosecute drivers holding their phones at the wheel. Since…
Expansion means move to new SA1 premises
We are delighted to announce that we have moved to new, state-of-the-art premises in Swansea’s SA1 Waterfront area. We have relocated from our prior location at Langford House in Swansea Marina to a larger, modern…
Social media: what content could see you breaking the law
With racist abuse on social media sadly hitting the headlines once again, here at Hutchinson Thomas, we look at what the ramifications are when individuals post something online that could potentially be unlawful. Marcus Rashford,…
Head of Franchise Law, Darren Davies, obtains Qualified Franchise Professional (QFP) status
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, we make a point of supporting our staff to undergo ongoing professional development, encouraging them to increase their skill set and broaden their field of expertise, in order to better represent…
Business health check: are your company’s legal requirements up to date?
How healthy is your business? Finances aren’t the only thing to worry about. Without a regular review of company policies and T&Cs, you could run into legal problems. Darren Davies, Partner at Hutchinson Thomas, explains…
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,…
Thinking of franchising your business? Ask yourself these 8 questions first
Franchising your business can be a fast track to growth but it is not without its pitfalls, as Darren Davies, partner at Hutchinson Thomas explains. Franchising your business can be a hugely effective way to…