Liz Ward, founder of award-winning Intellectual Property Law company, Virtuoso Legal, has launched her new book “If You’re SO Clever, Why Aren’t You Rich” after a book sign at Waterstones. The book is a “must-read” for any successful business person. Intangible business assets such as databases, technology, knowhow and brands are typically the most valuable… Read more »
One of the most unfortunate aspects of being an employer is the occasional need to take disciplinary action against an employee. Many shy away from taking this step because the fear the consequences of getting it wrong and being taken to an employment tribunal. This is why it is a good idea to get up-to-date… Read more »
So far 2015 has seen a number of changes to the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA) including provision for a new offence of ‘assisting an organised crime group’. Restraint orders are now available pre or post-charge where there are ‘reasonable grounds to suspect’ that an alleged offender has benefitted from his or her criminal… Read more »
According to statistics released last week prison sentences given to sex offenders are at an all time high. The average sentence given to a sex offender has increased to more than 5 years in prison (an increase overall of 4.5 months in the past year). These latest statistics also show that in all offence categories,… Read more »
There are a number of current opportunities to join the effort to provide better housing options for residents in London. For the best and latest opportunities in the British housing, regulatory and legal industry, look to the LAW Absolute website for your next position. A large housing association in the North London area is looking… Read more »
