What are my changes of success in defending court proceedings against my business?

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Good Lawyer Guide's response

While no case is guaranteed to be successful, the chances depend mainly on the strengths of your case versus the strengths of the opposing side. ... read more

My business is taking court proceedings but how long will it take to get to court?

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This depends on a lot of factors such as the size of the case and the complexity of the issues involved. It can take a matter of a few months, o... read more

I am being sued by a supplier. If I win, will I get my costs paid and if I lose, will I have to pay their costs?

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Good Lawyer Guide's response

. If the claim is less than £5,000 each party will usually pay its own costs whatever the outcome of the case. If it is over £5,000, normally th... read more

I have applied for planning permission for a restaurant but I think it will be refused. Can I appeal?

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Good Lawyer Guide's response

If it is refused, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate but this must be lodged within six months. An independent planning inspector will ... read more

Do I need formal permission to display an advertisement for my business?

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Good Lawyer Guide's response

Certain categories of signs and adverts don’t need formal permission – they have what is called ‘deemed consent’. This includes temporary advert... read more

I am setting up a restaurant but my surveyor has told me I need to get planning permission? How do I do this?

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Good Lawyer Guide's response

Talk to your local planning authority – you may find you do not need to have get formal planning permission. If, for example the property is cur... read more

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