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Reduction of share capital: a new procedure
Jul 8, 2010

Robb Ridd reports on a new procedure, introduced by the Companies Act 2006, to simplify reductions of share capital .
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Software development-avoiding the bugs
Apr 1, 2010

As well as being expensive in terms of time and money, developing customised software can be a legal minefield, particular in relation to copyright and ownership. How can you make sure you establish the legal right to what you have paid for?
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Buying bust businesses
Mar 23, 2010

Based on previous post-recession trends, business failures are likely to go on rising for some time to come with an increasing number of insolvent businesses up for sale at knock-down prices. If you have the funds to buy and the business fits with what you want, you can make a good deal. Rob Ridd looks at some of the practical and legal issues.
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Pre-packs under fire
Nov 24, 2009

The increasing use of pre-pack administrations is attracting much attention and raising a number of concerns, reports Simon Brazier.
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Plugging the gap
Jul 15, 2009

A letter of intent can be a useful device to plug the gap during commercial negotiations pending agreement of a final contract.
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