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I think it's mainly because main domains are now taken, and it's the chance for other people to register meaningful domains with more creative TLDs.

Anyway, I think it would take some time for the public to get used to simple "uk" domains.

It may be the case that even if the company is registered on different name, you will be performing the science experiments, which is, in my understanding prohibited by the non-compete. There may be a little chance of going around the contract, but if it is as watertight as it seems, it may be difficult. 

Hi PM123,

Thank you for explaining your situation. I would like to be more useful than your previous lawyer, but may need to see the details of what you do, and what is permitted under the contract.

1. You have signed the contract that is quite detailed in terms of what you can and can't do throughout the 2 years. The email from your manager could say otherwise, but it is arguably not a very good change of terms of contract (unless they were explicitly telling you that the contract has changed)

2. They can't "copyright" science, but they can prevent you from providing similar services in their area. I would recommend you looked closely at what you can and can't do, and try to work your way to perform your shows without breach of contract, if possible.

3. I think that the fact you have breached your contract before may not mean a lot for the company right now, but they will surely use it in court, if you prove to be a problem for them (e.g. become a strong competition)

4. You may need to look at the termination clause and see if you can afford to terminate the contract prematurely. 

5. Another way would be to ask the company to waive your non-compete agreement. However, they may choose not to do so or ask you for something in return.

6. I think you should think seriously about this issue, and given your financial situation at the moment, going against your previous company's legal machinery may not be the best idea.

That being said, you are more than welcome to discuss it with a solicitor (it can be me ) in more detail and work with them to ensure that what you do is legal.

I hope this answer helped you and I look forward to any questions you may have.

It is often the case that these websites take advantage of people who are short on time (I mean, literally everyone these days). I think you should go and check at least a couple of them, and then compare.

What do you think about moneysavingexpert.com? They "rate" the comparison engines and give their recommendations as well, with clear indication when they have incentives from clicking on the link.

Originally Posted by Lou M

“nice one  nice to know the stigma of "lawyers and all people legal" don't have a sense of humour or fun has long vanished. that was good ”

Thanks, we're not that bad after all!

Today, we celebrate National Poetry Day (which is trending on Twitter, by the way).

Here's our poem:

What's yours?

Thank you for the heads-up. I think a couple of Google queries about the number will reveal everything that is needed to know about a bogus number. Thank you, Internet!

You should also think of something that is vital for the local community, e.g. purchasing the ads on websites that are visited by the community, target the area with bespoke ads (e.g. using Facebook or Twitter.com/search) and invest in a good Google Business page that is localised.

Another great investigation, thank you Steve!

I think it's better to mark it, especially in today's social media world, where honesty is very valuable asset. I recall a company being advised to do something wrong on purpose, just to apologise for it on social media, so that people can see that they really are natural.