The much-anticipated Employment Rights Bill has been published. The Bill is extensive, with over 158 pages, and will affect employers of all sizes overhauling many current employment laws and giving employees enhanced rights.

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The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill marks a pivotal moment for the rental market, with sweeping reforms aimed at enhancing tenant protections and reshaping landlord obligations.

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In this article, we will go into further detail on drag and tag along notices and why it is important for founders to understand their obligations and rights in relation to these provisions.

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The new Labour government is expected to introduce sweeping employment law reforms which could significantly alter the employment landscape in the UK.

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The importance of proactively choosing the right business structure has been demonstrated by a recent case where an ordinary partnership's lack of limited liability led to personal financial risk for its members.

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At Joelson, we frequently advise founders on how to effectively incentivize their employees and enhance shareholder value through the implementation of Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs).

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Joelson is proud to lead Hercules, a female founders club giving you the tools to unlock your Herculean potential and elevate your business journey. Hercules was founded by three members of our corporate team, Maria Panayi, Emma Vantine and Sylvia Lau.

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The Digital Markets Competition and Consumers Act 2024 creates new regulations for digital markets and consumer protection, establishing a Digital Markets Unit within the CMA to oversee major tech firms and enforce laws with significant penalties.

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The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, aimed at enhancing leaseholder rights and simplifying property transactions, received Royal Assent on May 24, 2024.

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Last week the Supreme Court of England and Wales overturned the Court of Appeal in RTI Ltd v MUR Shipping BV [2024] UKSC 18, a case which turned on the wording of a force majeure clause following the imposition of US sanctions.

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April is usually a time for some change in the employment law world (annual changes national minimum pay and other rates). But this year, employers are bracing themselves for a particularly busy April, with some significant employment law changes.

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In celebration of B Corp month in March, we hosted a panel discussion event discussing the B Corp certification process and sustainable business practices!

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At Joelson we are often approached by clients who have built up a successful business and are looking to expand and begin their next phase of growth. That might mean organically building a customer base, opening international offices or building a shiny new factory.

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The recent Mondelez and Tony’s Chocolonely case highlights the importance of brands staying true to its values and missions and is an important lesson on how to promote those values in the face of apparent adversity.

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Recent changes to the Immigration Rules, effective as of January 31, 2024, have brought clarity and expanded opportunities for business activities.

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There are fortunes to be made for brands that can crack the Chinese market, but it is no easy feat in a country where there are pitfalls and cutthroat competition at every corner.

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The Court of Appeal has recently ruled, in DnaNudge Ltd v Ventura Capital GP Ltd, that the automatic conversion of preferred shares into ordinary shares under a mechanism in the articles was void. The Court said the mechanism amounted to a variation of class rights and as a result was invalid, as class consent was not obtained.

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The new ‘five-point plan’ for legal migration was announced by the Home Secretary on 4 December, adding further changes to consider for what will already be a busy year for immigration reform in 2024.

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On 7 November 2023, HM Treasury published its response to its 2021 proposals to amend the financial promotion exemptions for "high net worth individuals" (HNWIs) and "self-certified sophisticated investors" (Exemptions).

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Last week, it was announced that McDonalds, one of the largest UK employers has sacked 18 of its 170,000 UK employees following an influx of employment complaints brought by other staff members.

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