The Hidden Legal Risks of Using AI to Write Your Business Contracts |McKenzie Legal & HR
We get it. You’ve got a new supplier starting Monday, you need something in writing, and ChatGPT can produce a five-page contract in thirty seconds. It looks the part. It uses the right language. You sign it, they sign it, and everyone moves on. Then they don’t pay, or they walk off with your client […]
Unfair Dismissal After Six Months: What Employers Need to Know | McKenzie Legal & HR
Your Employee Could Claim Unfair Dismissal After Six Months. Is Your Business Ready? At the moment, an employee needs two years of continuous service before they can bring an unfair dismissal claim against you. That is about to change. Under the Employment Rights Act 2025, the qualifying period is being reduced to six months. It […]
Sexual Harassment at Work: New Employer Duties Explained | McKenzie Legal & HR
The Rules Have Changed and Most Employers Are Not Ready Sexual harassment has always been something employers are expected to take seriously. The Employment Rights Act 2025 has raised the bar significantly. If you employ staff who deal with customers, clients or members of the public, this one matters more than you might think. Here […]
Can I Recover Legal Fees from a Debtor? | McKenzie Legal & HR
In many cases, yes, you can recover legal fees from a debtor from within the UK, but it depends on the terms of your contract, the type of claim, and how the matter is resolved. While some costs may be recoverable through the courts or legislation, it is not always guaranteed in full. When a […]
Employment Rights Act 2025: What Employers Need to Do | McKenzie Legal & HR
Employment law has changed. Not every single clause and often quietly without a big announcement or extensive press coverage, but the Employment Rights Act 2025 has been bringing in new rules in stages, extending modern protections to millions more workers. Therefore, if you employ staff, you need to be aware that some of those changes […]
What is a Letter Before Action and When Should I Send One? | McKenzie Legal & HR
What is a Letter Before Action, and when should I send one? A letter before action (LBA) is a formal written notice sent to someone who owes you money or has breached an agreement, warning them that you intend to take legal action if the issue is not resolved within a specified timeframe. It is […]
Silent Killers of Small Businesses [McKenzie Legal & HR]
The contract clauses that come back to bite! Let us guess how this usually happens – You win the work. Everyone is excited. A contract arrives. You skim it, spot the commercial points, sign it, and crack on. Because who has time to read twenty pages of legal wording when there is money to make? […]
How A Rebrand Made Us Review Every Business Contract & Policy [McKenzie Legal & HR]
New Name, Same Trusted Support. A Fresh Start with a Critical Business Review Rebranding is a big step for any business. It’s more than just a name change, it’s an opportunity to refine your identity and ensure your brand truly represents what you offer., In some cases a re-brand is a necessary legal move. But […]
Why Retained Legal & HR Services Are the Smart Choice [McKenzie Legal & HR]
Running a business comes with its fair share of challenges, particularly when it comes to managing staff. Whether its drafting contracts, resolving disputes or managing HR & employment issues, many businesses struggle to navigate these complexities without the time, resources, or in-house expertise needed to handle them effectively. This is where retained Legal and HR […]
The Perils of Gentleman’s Agreements: Why Formal Contracts Matter in Business
In the world of business, formal agreements are often overlooked, particularly when dealing with friends, family, or long-standing business associates. Many people rely on informal understandings, or so-called “gentleman’s agreements” based on mutual trust. While these handshake deals may seem convenient and avoid potential awkwardness, they often lead to complex, costly, and lengthy disputes when […]