Recent questionswithin Fraud and business crime
The company I am involved in is split 3 ways 62.5%, 25% & 12.5%, all shareholders are directors. When the company was set up, directors had 1 vote each of equal w... read more
Peter Johnson's response
As I guess your MD is the majority 62.5% shareholder he will always win the vote at any meeting of the shareholders which is where the real power... read more
A company we have never heard of has sent us an invoice for work we have no knowledge of. When we contact them to find out what the invoice is for they refuse to ... read more
Daniel Stanton's response
An invoice is "a list of goods shipped or sent with prices & charges." (Concise Oxford Dictionary) or "a list of goods supplied, delivered with t... read more
How can I stop a small minority of staff stealing stationery?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
Unfortunately, theft within companies is commonplace whether it is a small business or a large corporation. But it is important commercially and... read more
My company rents safe deposit boxes to members of the public. What can I do to prevent money laundering?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
You are legally obliged to take a number of steps if you are renting out safe deposit boxes. These include, for example, implementing "customer ... read more
I have just set up in business for the first time but I’m worried about money laundering? What exactly is this?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
Money laundering is the process by which criminals filter money obtained through criminal methods so that it looks like the money was derived fro... read more
What should I do if I suspect an employee is taking drugs in the toilets?
Good Lawyer Guide's response
First of all, check the employee’s employment contract to see if there are any terms covering this type of situation. You may find that you can ... read more
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