Workplace injuries are an unfortunate reality and navigating the legal landscape for compensation can be daunting. This guide aims to provide a clear, comprehensive overview of the process, offering valuable insights into your rights, responsibilities and procedures to follow when seeking compensation for a... Read More →

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP, presented his 2024 Spring Budget to Parliament on 6 March, which included a number of changes to taxes which directly affect the property industry.

A brief summary of these changes are as follows:

Multiple Dwellings Relief

“The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organisation but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights” Gloria Steinem.

Women’s History Month celebrates the accomplishments of women across the world, a major part of... Read More →

In today's evolving job market, more and more professionals are opting for freelance work rather than traditional employment. This shift has prompted businesses to adapt their recruitment practices to accommodate the growing number of freelancers. Hiring freelancers can offer numerous benefits for businesses, such... Read More →

On 10 January 2024, Valve published a statement updating its stance on the use of AI generated content in video games that are distributed via Steam. This update is important for video game developers and publishers who may want to distribute their games via Steam where they: (a) have AI generated content in their... Read More →

Eaton Smith Solicitors are extremely excited to announce that their Commercial Property Senior Solicitor, Jamie Humpheson, has been appointed president of the Huddersfield and Dewsbury Incorporated Law Society at their AGM.

Jamie Humpheson commented, “I would like to thank Ellie Hirst of Chadwick Lawrence,... Read More →

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that Rockstar Games released the trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) on Monday 4th December. This was slightly earlier than they planned, with Rockstar having to react to a leak of the trailer that appeared online (we won’t go in to the legalities of that... Read More →

Firstly, I should start this post by stating that we at Eaton Smith LLP do not give tax advice, nor can we assist you in making a tax relief claim. The below has been prepared with content from RSM, accountants who can assist you with tax relief claims. Please contact me if you would like me to make an... Read More →

Data obtained by APIL shows victims of crime risk being under-compensated for their injuries to the tune of tens of thousands of pounds if they do not challenge Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) pay out decisions.

APIL has issued a release to the press based on its analysis of the data which... Read More →

For those who aren’t aware (and if you’re reading this you are likely already well aware!), esports (the shortened version of the term “electronic sports”) is the competitive playing of multiplayer video games at organised events or tournaments.

Esports has emerged as one of the fastest growing... Read More →

The Department for Business and Trade announced new measures on 2 October 2023 to address the late payment of commercial invoices. Having sufficient cash is the lifeblood of businesses, large and small, and ensuring prompt payment of invoices is key to business.

The measures include:

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Eaton Smith is immensely proud to announce that we have again been shortlisted in the Best Legal Services Supplier category of TIGA’s 2023 Annual Awards. This follows our win in the 2022 Awards.

Commenting on the shortlisting, Chris Taylor, Partner at Eaton Smith said: "It is wonderful that Eaton Smith has... Read More →