In the fast-paced landscape of modern business, Service Level Agreements have emerged as indispensable tools, especially for businesses offering outsourced services, technology or software-related solutions.
Legal Guides
As a contractor you may encounter a wide variety of legal scenarios - from making sure your contracts are valid, to dealing with potential disputes.
The importance of International Data Transfer Agreements for UK IT professionals and contractors
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, transferring data across borders has become a complex and crucial consideration for UK IT professionals and contractors.
TAAR: How long do you have to wait to start a new company after an MVL?
In some cases, individuals may choose to liquidate their company through MVL to close it down, only to discover a great new opportunity shortly afterward. The question then arises: How can one safely start a new company without triggering a challenge under TAAR?
Understanding personal guarantees and individual liability as a company director
In this guide, we will discuss personal guarantees by limited company directors; why they’re requested, how they increase your risk, and why you need to be aware of them.
Legal considerations when developing and supplying software as a business
Developing and supplying software as a business requires careful attention to legal considerations to protect the interests of both your business and your customers.
What are the legal requirements of a contract?
Throughout our lives, we are surrounded by and governed by contracts of all shapes and sizes; however, we probably take little time to consider what a contract is and what terms are contained.
How does a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Work?
With NDAs becoming ever more commonplace, you must have a base-level understanding of these documents, why they are used and some of the things to be aware of before signing.
Understanding software intellectual property protection
Software including digital products and applications can be protected using various types of intellectual property (also known as IP).
Why your limited company might need a shareholders’ agreement
If you decide to set up a limited company with other people – either for contracting purposes or to run another type of business, how do you ensure that all of your shareholders (including yourselves) are protected in case something goes wrong? A well-drafted shareholders’ agreement might be the answer.
The risks of contracting without a written contract in place
Not all contractors start work with a signed contract in place. Here we consider the risks this may involve, and why a contract doesn’t necessarily have to be in writing for it to be legally binding.