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Notes on work and the law

Plain-English guides for founders, managers and employees. What the law says, what it means for you and what to do next.

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Employment

October 1, 2026

What to do in the first week after you are dismissed

Deadlines start running on the day you leave. Here is what to write down, what to ask for and what to avoid signing.

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Settlements

September 18, 2026

Five clauses to check in a settlement agreement

The payment is only part of the deal. The reference, confidentiality and tax wording matter just as much.

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Founders

September 4, 2026

Founder agreements: what to settle before you raise

Vesting, leaver terms and decision rights are easier to agree while everyone is getting on. Investors will ask about them anyway.

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Contracts

August 21, 2026

Can my employer change my contract without asking?

Some changes need your agreement and some do not. How to tell the difference, and what to do if you are pushed to accept new terms.

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Founders

August 7, 2026

Hiring your first employee: the paperwork that matters

Contracts, right-to-work checks, payroll and a simple handbook. The short list every founder should finish before day one.