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Tips for Producing a Compilation Album03-Feb-2012
For the past twenty or more years compilation albums have become a staple diet of the music buyi..
Pre-Nups Interview - Fusion Lifestyle Magazine26-Jan-2012
Family lawyer Lisa Kemp talks to Fusion Lifestyle Magazine about pre-nuptial agreements and disp..
Employment Law Update - January 201225-Jan-2012
Our employment solicitors bring you the latest developments in employment law. If you would like mor..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Kuits Hires17-Jan-2012
LAW firm Kuits Solicitors has bolstered its commercial litigation and intellectual property teams wi..
Kuits advises Morley Estates on Warrington Leases16-Jan-2012
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has acted for Morley Estates on a number of substantial letting..
Reducing Inheritance Tax - Charity Rate16-Jan-2012
On a testator’s death, the value of the estate in excess of £325,000 (or £650,000 ..
In Press - MEN; TheBusinessDesk.com - Yogberries10-Jan-2012
MEN - 10/01/2012 Marc Duschenes, the former chief executive of investment fund and property man..
Entertainment and Media Law Update04-Jan-2012
Here we give you a glimpse of the recent developments in the entertainment, media and creative field..
In Press - w/c 12th Dec - Crewe Assets £41m Deal15-Dec-2011
TheBusinessDesk.com A MANCHESTER property investment company has bought a manufacturing site..
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Tips for Producing a Compilation Album03-Feb-2012
For the past twenty or more years compilation albums have become a staple diet of the music buyi..
Waiting for the VAT may cost you03-Feb-2012
If your contracts currently require your contractors/consultants to provide a VAT invoice before..
Pre-Nups Interview - Fusion Lifestyle Magazine26-Jan-2012
Family lawyer Lisa Kemp talks to Fusion Lifestyle Magazine about pre-nuptial agreements and disp..
Employment Law Update - January 201225-Jan-2012
Our employment solicitors bring you the latest developments in employment law. If you would like mor..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Kuits Hires17-Jan-2012
LAW firm Kuits Solicitors has bolstered its commercial litigation and intellectual property teams wi..
A Cautionary Tale for Cohabitants - Jones v Kernott16-Jan-2012
In 1985, Leonard Kernott and Patricia Jones purchased a property together in joint names with a join..
Kuits advises Morley Estates on Warrington Leases16-Jan-2012
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has acted for Morley Estates on a number of substantial letting..
Land Registry Boundaries - Moving the Goalposts16-Jan-2012
It may surprise some, even those within the property business, that the boundaries shown on Land..
Reducing Inheritance Tax - Charity Rate16-Jan-2012
On a testator’s death, the value of the estate in excess of £325,000 (or £650,000 ..
In Press - MEN; TheBusinessDesk.com - Yogberries10-Jan-2012
MEN - 10/01/2012 Marc Duschenes, the former chief executive of investment fund and property man..
Court Refuses to Imply Obligation to 'Hurry Up'09-Jan-2012
The Technology and Construction Court (TCC) has refused to imply a contractual term requiring a sub-..
Collaborative Law - A Civilised Divorce?05-Jan-2012
For lots of couples the “Blue Monday” return to work brings more than the usual post-Chr..
Entertainment and Media Law Update04-Jan-2012
Here we give you a glimpse of the recent developments in the entertainment, media and creative field..
MEN Professionals Round-UP - BrewDog Camden22-Dec-2011
Anthony Lyons and Felicity Harris-Knott, of Manchester law firm Kuits' licensing team, advised Scott..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Tampopo London Launch21-Dec-2011
TAMPOPO, the Manchester-based Asian food specialist, has launched a new brand with the opening o..
Kuits Advises BrewDog on Camden Opening19-Dec-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised Scottish brewer BrewDog on the opening of their..
Surviving Divorce at Christmas - The Natter19-Dec-2011
Christmas and New Year may be a happy time for most people but it’s also a peak time for spous..
In Press - w/c 12th Dec - Crewe Assets £41m Deal15-Dec-2011
TheBusinessDesk.com A MANCHESTER property investment company has bought a manufacturing site..
Building Information Modelling (BIM) - Are you ready?13-Dec-2011
There will be no escaping Building Information Modelling(BIM) over the next few years. The Gover..
Grounds for Divorce - Divorce Lawyer's Guide13-Dec-2011
Grounds for Divorce There is only one ground for divorce: the irretrievable breakdown of the ma..
Changes to Employee Holiday Rights12-Dec-2011
Employment law in relation to statutory holidays is constantly changing. The position changes ca..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Kuits Serves up Licence for Sole12-Dec-2011
MANCHESTER law firm Kuits has obtained a licence for a new seafood restaurant and cocktail bar in th..
Employment Tribunal Reforms09-Dec-2011
Our employment lawyers have contributed to the Government’s response to the Resolving Work..
TheBusinessDesk.com - £12m DEB deal08-Dec-2011
MANCHESTER law firm Kuits Solicitors advised Denby Assets, part of Salford firm David Samuel Propert..
Health and Safety Law Review 07-Dec-2011
On 28th November the Government released the report it commissioned to review health and safety ..
Neighbouring Rights for Concert Promoters07-Dec-2011
It was reported recently that the German Association of Concert Promoters (BDV) have applied to ..
The Cliff Richard Directive30-Nov-2011
There has been a long fought campaign over many years to extend the copyright (http://www.kuits...
TheBusinessDesk.com - London's first Italian wine store24-Nov-2011
MANCHESTER has lent its legal expertise to London - with Kuits winning a licence for the Capital's n..
London's first Italian wine store23-Nov-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits has obtained the premises licence for new London wine store, Vini Ital..
Employment Law Round Up - November 201122-Nov-2011
What’s new? In addition to the developments that we have reported in previous bulletins, t..
Updates in Construction Case Law18-Nov-2011
Put it in Writing A recent Court of Appeal decision has highlighted the risks of working under ..
New EPC Regulations Published03-Nov-2011
The government has published the Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (Eng..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Kuits on tap for Oast House31-Oct-2011
LAW firm Kuits Solicitors has obtained for the latest leisure venue in Spinningfields. The Oast..
Major Change to Unfair Dismissal Law - Beecroft Report27-Oct-2011
On 26th October 2011 the Daily Telegraph leaked a report commissioned by the Prime Minister which re..
Cohabitation Law - Update17-Oct-2011
Every family lawyer in the UK eagerly awaits the Supreme Court’s decision of Kernott –v-..
Relaxation of Licensing Hours for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee17-Oct-2011
Following success of the Royal Wedding back in April, the Government has launched a similar consulta..
Transfer of Ownership of Sewers and Drains11-Oct-2011
Water Industry Regulations 2011 Transfer of private sewers and drains to ownership of water and se..
Surrogacy and the Law10-Oct-2011
At some point infertility is estimated to affect around one in six or one in seven UK couples &n..
Living Under the Same Roof During Divorce07-Oct-2011
Family lawyers have always recognised that the situation of each divorcing client is unique but more..
Judge Joins Kuits Employment Team05-Oct-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Heap to the employme..
Foreign Satellite Scores in UK Pubs04-Oct-2011
On 4th October 2011 the European Court of Justice gave its ruling allowing the sale of foreign s..
Unfair Dismissals and ET Fees - Osbourne's Speech04-Oct-2011
On Monday 3rd October the Government announced that they are to extend the qualifying service re..
Changes to the Construction Act - Are You Ready?28-Sep-2011
With the changes to the Construction Act (http://www.kuits.com/news/changes_to_the_construction_act)..
Licensing Team recognised as leader in Legal 50027-Sep-2011
Our Licensing team (http://www.kuits.com/Licensing_for_business_personnel.htm) has once again be..
Are You Planning to Re-develop Your Home?26-Sep-2011
If you are intending to do any building works to your home, then it is worth considering the fol..
Data Protection and Protecting Yourself26-Sep-2011
The Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA) governs how people’s data can be collected and used. Th..
Government confirms plans to de-regulate live music 26-Sep-2011
On 10th September 2011 the Government announced plans to de-regulate the provision of what is known ..
Changes to the Construction Act07-Sep-2011
Changes to the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 ("the Construction Act") ..
Coping with Tenants in Administration07-Sep-2011
In today’s current economic climate landlords are frequently finding themselves in a situa..
Lexcel Update07-Sep-2011
Since achieving Lexcel (http://www.lawsociety.org.uk/productsandservices/lexcel.page) Accreditation ..
Relocation of Children following Ex Pat Divorce30-Aug-2011
Last month in the Court of Appeal case of MK v CK [2011] EWCA Civ 793, the court allowed the father&..
UK Swiss Tax Deal26-Aug-2011
The UK and Swiss governments have struck a deal as part of HMRC’s latest efforts to track down..
Kuits advises eBECS on acquisition of ePartners UK25-Aug-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised eBECS Limited on the purchase of the business and k..
Absent Fathers Who Want To Be Present24-Aug-2011
In the aftermath of the riots, politicians and commentators have pointed a finger at “absent f..
“but is that guaranteed?”18-Aug-2011
It is a familiar enough situation, a developer, wishing to redevelop a site, sets up a special purpo..
MEN Deals Round Up - York Linings18-Aug-2011
Rob Buckley (http://www.kuits.com/meet-the-team/robert-buckley), Liz Swann (http://www.kuits.com/mee..
The Business Desk.com - Care sector deal boost for Kuits18-Aug-2011
LAW firm Kuits believes a change in the way private care homes are regulated is behind increasing de..
Kuits advises York Linings on sale12-Aug-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits has advised the shareholders of York Linings on the sale of shares to Cape..
Landmark Ruling - Husband ordered to share compensation payout12-Aug-2011
Cathryn Mansfield, wife of amputee Kevin Mansfield, secured over half of her husband’s £..
MEN Deals Round Up - Perfect Pizza; APAM11-Aug-2011
James Wall (http://www.kuits.com/meet-the-team/james-wall) and Greg Phillips (http://www.kuits.com/m..
Child Support is worth £28,000 a month says supermodel Linda Evangelista05-Aug-2011
Supermodel Linda Evangelista is demanding child support payments from her little boy's billionaire f..
The Business Desk.com - Deals Round Up05-Aug-2011
MANCHESTER law firm Kuits advised The Perfect Pizza Company on the purchase of the Perfect Pizza tak..
MEN - Kuits Pitches in for Testimonial04-Aug-2011
Kuits Solicitors has helped with the arrangements for former Manchester United and England player Pa..
Sweet advice from Kuits04-Aug-2011
AFTER just three weeks in business with an 'old school' sweet shop concept Lisa Oakes is already loo..
Ambush Marketing: a positive or negative custom?01-Aug-2011
Companies invest heavily in sporting events to secure marketing exclusivity for those events. It is ..
Developers Beware01-Aug-2011
Harrison and others v Shepherd Homes Ltd and others [2011] In this recent case a developer was fo..
The Business Desk.com - Cuban Revolution begins in Blackpool01-Aug-2011
Inventive Leisure has launched a new rum bar concept, Revolucion de Cuba, at its new outlet on Marke..
What’s in a Name and what is it worth?01-Aug-2011
Thinking of a good band name can be either very easy or a very tortuous process but it is ultimately..
Kuits advises Revolution on Blackpool opening29-Jul-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised Revolution (http://www.revolution-bars.co.uk/blackp..
Kuits advises Property Alliance Group JV28-Jul-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised Property Alliance Group on a joint venture agreemen..
Record British Divorce Payout27-Jul-2011
Record British Divorce Payout The ex-wife of Russian oligarch Boris Berezovsky paid tr..
L'Oreal vs eBay trade mark case24-Jul-2011
The European Court of Justice has given important guidance as to the responsibility of online ma..
The “Final Say” for beleaguered football managers?22-Jul-2011
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has recently handed down its decision in McBridge v Falkirk Foo..
Contemplating Divorce? Beware Social Networking19-Jul-2011
Over the last few years social networking sites have had a significant impact in family law (http://..
SDLT Relief 19-Jul-2011
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT): SDLT Relief for Transfers Involving Multiple Dwellings ..
"What do you mean I can't just knock it down?"12-Jul-2011
A recent judgement by the Court of Appeal has changed the rules when it comes to demolitions and is ..
Feed In Tariff Schemes - FITS04-Jul-2011
The cost of energy consumption associated with the owning and operating of buildings is on the rise,..
How good is your Super Injunction in another country?04-Jul-2011
The recent well publicised court proceedings involving Super Injunctions, Twitter and disclosure ord..
Kuits’ Groundbreaking Cases04-Jul-2011
Our Intellectual Property Team has been involved in 2 high profile cases, both of which have been re..
School Summer Holiday Survival 04-Jul-2011
Coping with the school summer holidays can be a big adjustment if you’re recently divorced / s..
Tony's Cycle to Blackpool04-Jul-2011
On Sunday 10th July, Anthony Lyons, Partner in our Licensing Team will be cycling to Blackpool t..
The Bribery Act 201001-Jul-2011
What Employers Should Know On 1 July 2011, the Bribery Act 2010 will come into force creating fo..
Kuits advises SiS on sale26-Jun-2011
Life sciences business Provexis plc has acquired sports nutrition firm SiS (Science in Sport) Limite..
Marco Pierre White receives an apology13-Jun-2011
The famous chef, Marco Pierre White, has received an apology from his ex-wife’s solicitors..
Pre Nuptial Agreements – Post Radmacher09-Jun-2011
Pre-nuptial agreements are formal written agreements between people who are getting married, set..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Australasia opening06-Jun-2011
MORE than 500 people are expected to attend the launch party of Living Venture's latest venue, A..
Kuits advise on negotiations for Gary Neville Testimonial19-May-2011
LAW firm Kuits Solicitors has scored the legal brief for the testimonial match of former Manches..
Moves at Kuits19-May-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors continues its growth and expansion of services with the additio..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Henshaws06-May-2011
MANCHESTER law firm Kuits Solicitors advised Henshaws Society for Blind People on a 10-year leas..
“I never said that...” 01-May-2011
What Can You Do When Your Contract Does Not Reflect What You Agreed If you are entering ..
Consumer Rights: don’t get it wrong01-May-2011
In a transaction consumers have extensive statutory rights outside thespecific contract terms and a ..
Healthcare News01-May-2011
This edition of the newsletter focuses on cases brought by Claimants employed in the healthcare ..
Look after your estate01-May-2011
Cyril Rose (http://www.kuits.com/_webapp_1220105/Cyril_Rose), Partner at Kuits, is an experience..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Smartkem investment27-Apr-2011
MANCHESTER law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised high-tech microelectronics company, Smartkem Lt..
Kuits advises San Carlo in ‘Flying Pizza’ purchase01-Apr-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised successful Italian restaurant chain San Carlo (http..
Manchester Evening News - Harland Machine Systems 01-Apr-2011
Salford-based Harland has acquired a majority stake in Cobalt IS Auto ID, a privately-owned Crew..
Refuelling of Entrepreneurs’ Relief 01-Apr-2011
George Osborne’s March 2011 Budget doubled the lifetime limit for Entrepreneurs’ Rel..
Tax Deal of the Decade01-Apr-2011
HM Revenue and Customs is under increasing pressure to collect as much tax as possible, with optimum..
Kuits obtains Sandinista licence31-Mar-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has obtained the licence for new Manchester bar and restaurant ..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Harland Machine Systems31-Mar-2011
SALFORD-based print labelling firm Harland has bought Crewe-based competitor Cobalt IS Auto ID for a..
Employment Round-up24-Mar-2011
There are a number of proposed changes that will impact on employment law following the Budget o..
Kuits advises on £20.3 million industrial property sale15-Mar-2011
COMMERCIAL property partner Jonathan Marks (http://www.kuits.com/_webapp_1220101/Jonathan_Marks)..
What is the effective date of termination?13-Mar-2011
The question arose in Wang v University of Keele which was heard by the Employment Appeal Tribun..
Kuits helps Science in Sport cross the finish line 08-Feb-2011
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised sports nutrition client Science in Sport (SiS) ..
Manchester Evening News - Radwell International03-Feb-2011
Manchester-based professionals advised on a deal that saw US company Radwell International choos..
TheBusinessDesk.com - The Mansfield Group03-Feb-2011
Vehicle rescue and recovery firm The Mansfield Group has signed a lease to take a 13,000 sq ft w..
Tribunal Reforms: A Positive Move for Employers?01-Feb-2011
On 27th January 2011 the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills announced a number of fu..
Rise in Inflation - Detrimental Impact on Availability of Fixed-rate mortgages24-Jan-2011
Rise in Inflation - Detrimental Impact on Availability of Fixed-rate mortgages This month’s in..
TheBusinessDesk.com - NetCars18-Jan-2011
A NEW online business hoping to change the used car sales market has clinched a funding deal fro..
Manchester Evening News - The Alchemist opening11-Nov-2010
Living Ventures founders Tim Bacon and Jeremy Roberts are to open a new bar called The Alch..
Police Reform and Social Responsibility Bill 2010 01-Nov-2010
Temporary Event Notices Following the consultation document reviewed last summer, the Police Ref..
The Daily Telegraph09-Oct-2010
A clothing company has won a four-year legal battle with one of the world's fashion giants to an..
Lacoste’s monopoly restricted 01-Oct-2010
Baker Street Clothing Ltd, a leading supplier of fashion outerwear to many High Street stores in..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Lacoste trade mark battle01-Oct-2010
LAW firm Kuits Solicitors has won a legal victory in a trade mark dispute brought by fashion lab..
TheBusinessDesk.com - Revolution Bars09-Sep-2010
MANCHESTER-based law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised Ashton-under-Lyne company Inventive Leisu..
Kuits Hong Kong Connection 16-Jun-2010
Manchester law firm Kuits Solicitors has advised private equity firm First Eastern Investment Group ..
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