United Kingdom: Contracts and Commercial Law

As extreme weather events intensify and become more frequent, construction projects face growing uncertainty over what constitutes "exceptionally adverse weather" under standard contracts like the JCT Design and Build Contract 2024. This analysis examines how weather-related delays are assessed, when extensions of time may be granted, and why parties should consider updating contractual thresholds to reflect evolving climate patterns and reduce the risk of costly disputes.

Navigating UK immigration law requires precision and expertise to avoid costly mistakes that could jeopardize your business operations. Understanding sponsor licence requirements and compliance obligations is essential for employers seeking to hire international talent. This comprehensive guide provides critical insights into maintaining legal compliance and protecting your organization from regulatory pitfalls.

The impediments identified by the consultation (Opens in a new tab)are often unintended consequences of legislation. They can impede commercially desirable transactions, leading to uncertainty, additional cost and, in some cases, litigation.

Eversheds Sutherland provides essential legal disclaimers and contact information for their global legal services network. The page outlines the limitations of their website materials and clarifies the structure of their separate legal entities operating under the Eversheds Sutherland brand.

When Bobbi Brown's Jones Road Beauty launched its "Wide Awake" concealer, a trademark search showed the name was clear. However, Molly Sims' YISE Beauty was already selling a "Wide Awake" eye cream, forcing a costly product rename. This case illustrates why comprehensive brand clearance must extend beyond trademark registers to include marketplace searches, social media monitoring, and competitor analysis—especially in crowded sectors where unregistered use can create significant commercial and legal

Het Verenigd Koninkrijk kent binnen zijn nationale IE-stelsel al lange tijd een onderscheidend en gebruiksvriendelijk instrument: het seriemerk.

Explore the latest commercial legal developments and regulatory updates from across Europe in this curated collection of insights. This edition covers key business law changes, compliance requirements, and strategic considerations affecting multiple jurisdictions from Austria to the United Kingdom.

A UK court has ruled that contracting authorities cannot rely on self-created urgency to justify direct awards under the Procurement Act 2023, and that contract award notices must independently contain accurate justification information. The decision establishes that courts will scrutinize the factual basis of urgency claims and may treat inaccurate notices as if they were never published, potentially allowing contracts to be set aside even after voluntary standstill periods.

Competition law affects every business, regardless of size or sector. Whether you’re negotiating with suppliers, submitting tenders or discussing pricing strategies, the rules governing anti-competitive behaviour are always in play. Getting it wrong can result in significant fines, director disqualification and even criminal prosecution.