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New Consumer Contract Regulations...what are the implications for business?

Torion Bowles
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Torion Bowles, solicitor within the Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team at Warner Goodman Commercial, examines the impact of the new Consumer Contract Regulations on traders and their businesses.

Exclusion of Liability in Contracts

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Commercial parties to a contract will always be concerned about any exclusion of liability contained in the contracts they enter into. The service or goods provider will be concerned about the liability they may incur in fulfilling their obligations under the contract, whilst the recipient of said services or goods will be concerned as to what extent their right to recover any loss suffered under the contract is restricted.  Geoffrey Sturgess, Company Commercial Consultant, here explains the reasons behind exclusion clauses and reviews recent case law. 

Recent case could change the face of holiday pay for commission based workers

Howard Robson
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A recent opinion given by the Advocate General (AG) regarding commission in holiday pay calculations could have far-reaching consequences for many businesses and their workers if accepted by the European Court of Justice (ECJ).  Howard Robson, Employment Partner, reviews the case in which the opinion  was delivered, Lock v British Gas Trading Limited, and advises how employers can prepare for the future.

Landlord's address for service

Helen Porter
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At Warner Goodman Commercial we are often asked what address the landlord must supply to its tenant of rented residential property.  Landlords might not want their tenants to contact them direct, particularly when they are using agents to manage their property.  Helen Porter, Warner Goodman’s residential landlord and tenant property litigation solicitor provides clarity on this legal issue. 

Stay safe this Summer!

Molly Puntis
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With summer well and truly upon us, it’s time to venture outside and enjoy the sunshine!  The increased heat does however bring warnings on how to keep your family safe, so to help you prepare, Molly Puntis, Personal Injury Claims Handler, gives you her top tips on how to keep you and your family out of harms way.

Maria faces her fear for charity

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Maria Lawes, Conveyancing Assistant for Hampshire based law firm Warner Goodman LLP, will soon be facing her fear of heights by taking part in the Naomi House Spinnaker Tower Abseil.

Good News for Landlords on Rent Apportionment Post Break Clause

Torion Bowles
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Torion Bowles, a Solicitor within the Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution team, has been examining the decision of the Court of Appeal to back landlords on the issue of rent apportionment following a tenant exercising a break clause in a commercial lease.

Changes on intestacy, but making a Will is still best

Jane Cox
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From October, different rules come into force on how assets should be distributed when someone dies without making a Will, but it is still likely to cause a shock to families, particularly where couples were not married or in a civil partnership.  Jane Cox, Private Client Partner, here explains the changes that will impact families in the future.