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Liquidations and non-preferential creditors The company which employed me went into liquidation. I am owed money but the receivers tell me that I am a 'non preferential creditor'. What should I do?

Non-payment for supplies
What comeback do I have against the management of a limited company which goes into liquidation owing me for backstage equipment supplied for a production?

How do I organise a profit share company?
How do I go about setting up a professional theatre company? What are the legal considerations should I wish to run the organisation on a profit share basis?

Update on theatrical investments
I was invited to invest money by buying debentures. I have had no information. I was promised an update on the financial progress and any profit due to me. Should I request an update?

Charities: director liabilities
I am anxious to know what liabilities would the directors of a charitable organisation face in the event of its liquidation?

Protecting your home against company bankruptcy
I am a company director of my theatre group. How do I make sure I do not lose my home in the event of a financial disaster?

Monopolies and the law
When can you say someone operates a monopoly? Is it against the law for them to do so?

Incorporating charity status into existing companies
We want a charitable arm to our theatre production company. If we do charitable and community work, can we draw a wage?

Redundancy pay - is it negotiable?
A friend is taking redundancy from a theatrical partnership where he has been for two decades. What is the minimum amount he can expect and is this negotiable?

Corporate Manslaughter
Do the law changes regarding corporate manslaughter - giving companies greater liability for fatal injuries to their employees - have any implications for the entertainment industry?

Insurance for theatre company
We are currently in the process of starting a professional touring theatre company. Our premises and transport are insured but will we need separate cover out on tour?

Can I only employ Christians?
I established an evangelical Christian theatre company and wish to employ Christians only. Is this legal for a theatre company that is not a charity?

Court action against withdrawal of grant
What criteria would an arts company need to fulfil to have a chance of winning a court action against a funding body for withdrawal of a grant?