Tag Archive for Legal Advice

What to do when faced with a law suit for patent infringement

The world of patents and intellectual property can be a minefield for any business. Fraught with complex regulation and a mountain of legislation, small and medium-sized companies (without the luxury of having an in-house legal team) can be forgiven for allowing these vital areas to fall to the wayside. However, it is perhaps more important
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What you need to know when recruiting for the first time

Recruiting for the first time can be a complex and daunting process. Therefore, it is vital to make sure you do everything properly. Here is some advice on what needs to be done when recruiting staff. Be fair in your recruitment practices Per the Equality Act 2010, recruitment processes cannot discriminate against anyone from what is known
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How to deal with threatening job applications

Fairness in the workplace is a vital part of a successful business and UK legislation is clear: all employees and applicants should be considered equally and given the same opportunity. However in these days of increased litigation, how can employers protect themselves while ensuring they offer equal opportunities to all job applicants? Enrique Garcia is
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