Late application for specific disclosure refused
In the recent case of Peniuk and others v Barclays Bank plc, despite noting the…
February 27, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Divorce and Coronavirus – how to divide a family business during the pandemic
While it is difficult to know how businesses will fare during the current coronavirus pandemic,…
February 27, 2026 By Harriet Wigmore
Martyn’s Law Update – an essential guide for those responsible for publicly accessible premises and events
Do you own, manage or control premises where 200 or more members of the public…
February 12, 2026 By Steve Panton
Payment for variations with no instruction
A problem which is often encountered in building contracts arises when a building contractor carries…
January 27, 2026 By Stephens Scown
The risk of contracting in the digital world
The recent Court of Appeal decision in DAZN Ltd v Coupang Corp is a stark…
January 5, 2026 By Laura Stanley
Get to know your legal advisor – Steve Panton
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
August 28, 2025 By Steve Panton
Tenancy Deposit Scheme: 23 June 2015 approaching
The Deregulation Act 2015 was passed on 26 March 2015 and brings certainty to the…
August 21, 2025 By Mike Davies
Commercial Agency – Indemnity vs Compensation Payments
In the fourth of this series, we discuss the differences between indemnity payments and compensation…
July 21, 2025 By Gemma Mittell
Cyber Security Incidents
Cyber security breaches and attacks continue to pose a serious threat to businesses of all…
June 9, 2025 By Laura Stanley
Client Story – Sleeps 12
Somerset-based company Sleeps 12 is the premier accommodation provider for those wanting to find a…
April 15, 2025 By Stephens Scown
A change to the Electronic Communications Code – the Telecommunications Infrastucture (Leasehold Property) Bill
What are the existing rights of telecommunications operators under the Electronic Communications Code and what…
February 11, 2025 By Richard Bagwell
IT Contract Disputes
A badly drafted IT services contract can present significant risks to your business. At Stephens…
February 10, 2025 By Laura Stanley