Insights

1st February 2018

Shanade Smith, a trainee in BPE’s Commercial team, reviewing a recent case relating to trade mark infringement and considering what steps to take to avoid falling foul to such action.

30th January 2018

As the effects of Carillion’s liquidation ripple outwards, it is highly likely that this will lead to disputes about the ownership of materials.

30th January 2018

In this article we identify the key messages to be taken from two recent Court of Appeal cases regarding breach of warranty claims following a share purchase.

24th January 2018

Considering 2016’s announcement of the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) and the extensive media coverage since, it’s surprising how often I’m told by prospective clients that they don’t need inheritance tax (IHT) advice

18th January 2018

As of 13 January 2018, businesses can no longer charge consumers a fee for paying by credit or debit card

15th January 2018

Carillion’s entry in to liquidation is likely to have ramifications for all the actors in the construction industry for some time to come. The most immediate impact will concern payments. The aim of the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (amended by the Local Democracy Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 - generically, ‘the Act’) is to ensure that cash keeps moving in the construction industry, but what happens when a main contractor becomes insolvent?