New Right to Work Guidance Confirms Supplementary Work Update
Ensuring that employees possess the right to work is vitally important for employers. If employers are found to have employed staff who do not have the right to work, this can have devastating consequences. This includes outcomes ranging from civil penalties, to criminal sanctions. Meanwhile, ensuring tenants have the right to rent is […]
How we Helped a Client with a Dispute Resolution on Amazon
We take pride in helping our clients protect their business interests on competitive markets like Amazon. This includes helping them with dispute resolution. Recently, we were approached by a client whose product link on Amazon was removed after a competing seller reported their product as infringing on a registered design. Both the client’s […]
What is the Difference Between Property Searches and a Homebuyers Survey?
When buying a home in the UK, it’s important to understand the difference between Property Searches and the Homebuyers Survey, as they serve different purposes. The Homebuyers Survey The Homebuyers Survey is a detailed inspection of the property’s general condition and identifies structural problems. The buyer needs to contact a surveyor and […]
Penalties for Illegal Employment: Restaurant Manager Gets 5-Year Ban
A manager of a restaurant in Herefordshire has recently been banned as a company director for five years after employing two illegal workers. The case highlights the penalties which employers face for illegal employment. Background Masoom Khan, who is a manager of an Indian restaurant in Herefordshire, hired two individuals for his […]
Work Visa Updates Webinar for Small Businesses – Part-Time Rules, Checks, & Penalties
The landscape of UK immigration laws is constantly evolving, and businesses must stay informed to ensure compliance and avoid costly penalties. Recent changes to work visa requirements, employer responsibilities, and penalties for illegal employment have significant implications for small businesses. With this in mind, please join us on Friday 27th September for a talk […]
Renters’ Rights Bill enters Parliament – what are the implications for renters and landlords?
The newly elected government has wasted no time in publishing its plans for the Renters’ Rights Bill, with the legislation beginning its Parliamentary journey on Wednesday 11th September. The news will be hugely welcomed by renters, who have had their patience tested by long-awaited reform to the private rental sector. Previously on offer for […]
How to Apply for a UK Family Visa from India
If you have family members in the UK and wish to join them, applying for a UK family visa from India is the appropriate step. This visa allows you to live with your spouse, partner, child, parent, or other close family members who are settled in the UK. This guide will briefly explain the general […]
What changes to litigation can be expected under the new Labour government?
The advent of the new Labour government sparked optimism within the legal industry, partly due to hope for a change in direction, but also due to the Prime Minister’s high-profile legal background and that of many of his colleagues. 40 bills were announced in July’s King’s Speech, however many in the legal profession were underwhelmed […]
Company name dispute – how we helped a business defend their name
At Lisa’s Law, we take pride in guiding our clients through complex legal disputes and helping them to achieve successful outcomes. Recently, we represented “Prime Talent Career Co. (PTCO)”, an international employment agency, in a company name dispute against Elite Employment Services Ltd, trading as “Prime Talent Career Placement (PTCP)“. Our client had just expanded […]
The Leasehold Flat Adventure: A Guide to Your New Property Relationship
So, you’ve decided to buy a leasehold flat. Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a grand adventure – one that combines the joys of home ownership with the thrill of navigating the leasehold labyrinth. Buckle up, because here’s a guide as to what you’re getting into. The Leasehold Leap of Faith Buying a […]