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Tomlin Order

Posted on: February 1st, 2012 by No Comments

Tomlin Order A Tomlin Order is a type of Order used to stay a claim. The Tomlin Order is negotiated and agreed by the parties and the terms of the Order are included in a schedule. If either party does … Continue reading

Offers to settle a court dispute – part 36 CPR

Posted on: January 10th, 2012 by No Comments

This article explores whether Part 36 offers to settle a  dispute are contractual in nature; Whether offers lapse at the end of 21 days; what is ‘more advantageous’ ?  1. Contractual ? Ok. Admit it. Who of you reading this, … Continue reading

Practical considerations when buying or selling a business

Posted on: January 6th, 2012 by No Comments

Things to Consider when Buying or Selling a Business What advisers do I need ? Legal advice should be sought at the outset of a proposed transaction. Ideally you would not even enter into any sort of negotiations without first … Continue reading

How to avoid being scammed on Ebay and other online Fraud

Posted on: December 17th, 2011 by No Comments

This article serves to highlight some practical pointers to avoid being scammed, on CyberMonday, and CyberFraud generally: Please have in mind that certainly in English Law, and in particular under Consumer Law, the onus is upon you as the buyer … Continue reading

Travel and Expenses Fraud in the Office

Posted on: December 17th, 2011 by No Comments

This article explores some of the points to identify in Travel and Expenses Fraud, within the office, and how to prevent, and deter it: 1. A Company credit card is used on a Sunday night, for a dinner for 5. … Continue reading