Regulatory Matters

Businesses often feel burdened and frustrated by the raft of red tape which various regulatory bodies impose on them.  These complex rules and regulations often raise significant reputational risks for companies and individuals, as well as exposure to civil, criminal and administrative sanctions.

Our respected team provides clients with practical and commercial advice in relation to their dealings with regulators.  We advise our clients at an early stage as to the range of likely regulatory outcomes. 

We pride ourselves on providing hands on support and practical advice throughout the whole process, advising on risk management and the most appropriate way to ensure that the matter is brought to an early conclusion.

Recent experience:

• Leading international manufacturer of playground equipment: advising client upon Health and Safety Executive and local authority prosecution relating to defective playground equipment
• Leading international producer of controlled material: successfully defending client charged by HM Customs & Excise for allegedly exporting carefully controlled military grade material destine for the far East
• Internationally renowned manufacturer: advising in relation to potential Health and Safety Executive prosecution for alleged failure to install adequate safeguards to machinery.    

If you require assistance in relation to any regulatory issues, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our team.