Lawpoint

16/06/2026

Are you contracting with the right legal entity?

It sounds obvious, but many businesses don't verify who they're actually entering into an agreement with.

The company you've been negotiating with may not be the legal entity named in the contract. And that distinction can make all the difference if a dispute arises.

In our latest blog, we explain:
• Why legal structure matters
• The risks of making assumptions
• The checks every business should carry out before signing

Read the full blog: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/are-you-contracting-with-the-right-legal-entity

12/06/2026

This month, we're going back to basics.

One of the most overlooked legal risks in business isn't buried in the small print. It's identifying who you're actually contracting with.

Is it a limited company? A sole trader? A partnership? A charity? Are the company details correct? Does the person signing have authority to do so?

These simple checks can have significant consequences if things go wrong.

In our latest newsletter, we explore why getting the fundamentals right matters and share practical guidance on:
✔ Identifying the correct contracting party
✔ Why registered company details matter
✔ Avoiding common signature block mistakes

Read the newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/f98720085ef0/lawpoint-of-view-november-10154535

20/05/2026

It’s not just your contract that matters; it’s how you get there.

Under consumer law, you’re required to give customers key information before they agree to anything.

That includes:

• Pricing
• Key terms
• Cancellation rights

And it has to be clear, visible, and provided at the right time.

If not, the consequences can be bigger than expected - like extended cancellation periods or increased exposure to complaints.

This is where many businesses fall down, especially with online or automated processes.

We’ve outlined what to look out for in our latest blog: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/contracting-with-consumers-why-process-is-critical

11/05/2026

Having T&Cs in place isn’t enough, especially when you’re dealing with consumers.

Consumer contracts must be fair, transparent, and written in a way people can actually understand.

But many businesses are still relying on:

>Generic templates
>Outdated clauses
>Terms that don’t reflect how they really operate

The result? Terms that may be unenforceable or worse, attract regulatory attention.

There also needs to be consistency between what you promise in your marketing and what your contract says. If those don’t align, it creates risk.

Our latest blog explains where businesses commonly go wrong: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/consumer-contracts-more-than-just-t-cs

05/05/2026

Most businesses don’t set out to mislead, but under consumer law, it’s easier to cross the line than you think.

It’s not just about false claims.
It’s about the overall impression your marketing creates.

Phrases like “limited time only”, “best value”, or even how you present pricing can all raise issues if they aren’t clear, accurate, and fully transparent.

With increasing focus from the Competition and Markets Authority, the expectation is simple: consumers should be able to make informed decisions without digging for key information.

If they can’t, there’s a risk.

We’ve broken down what to watch out for in our latest blog: https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/marketing-under-consumer-law-why-every-word-matters

01/05/2026

Most businesses don’t realise they’re breaching consumer law… until it’s too late.

It’s not just about what’s in your T&Cs.

It’s:
• The wording in your marketing
• The claims you make (even unintentionally)
• The way your customer journey is set up

And with the Competition and Markets Authority increasing its focus, the margin for error is getting smaller.

We’ve pulled together a short, practical newsletter covering the key risk areas and what to look out for.

Take a look: https://lnkd.in/enkkT8tA

28/04/2026

Websites that allow user interaction, user content, ecommerce or marketplace functionality may be subject to additional regulations, including the Online Safety Act and Platform to Business Regulations.

Website regulation is only going in one direction, so it is important to understand what applies to your website.

Read more here → https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/website-regulation-is-increasing

Website regulation is increasing, particularly for websites that allow user interaction, user-generated content, online marketplaces or platforms that connect businesses and customers. Many businesses do not realise that their website may fall within the scope of newer regulations because they do no...

20/04/2026

If your website collects personal data, uses analytics or tracking cookies, or may be accessed by children, additional legal requirements may apply.

Many websites add new tools and integrations over time, but forget to update their privacy and cookie information.

Read more here → https://www.law-point.co.uk/post/data-collection-cookies-and-children-s-data

17/04/2026

Many businesses use generic website terms, but the legal requirements for a website depend on what the website actually does, whether it is a brochure site, ecommerce site, platform or marketplace.

As websites evolve over time, legal documents often don’t keep up with new functionality, which can create risk.

Read more here → https://lnkd.in/edPtuucJ

31/03/2026

Not all websites are treated the same from a legal perspective.

Whether your website is a shop window, ecommerce site, platform or marketplace will determine what laws apply and what documents you need.

With increasing regulation, including the Online Safety Act and Platform to Business Regulations, website compliance is only becoming more important.

In this month’s newsletter, we look at:

Why website terms should be bespoke
Data, cookies and children’s privacy
Increasing regulation of websites

Read the newsletter here → https://mailchi.mp/1c8f94f33120/lawpoint-of-view-november-10153165