We have positioned ourselves at the centre of the legislation making us well placed to advise you on the likely impact to your business.
Expanding or enlarging a care home or seeking alternative use
LA has specialist planning law expertise relating to the conversion and extension of care homes and will also advise on the complexities of VAT legislation and interpretation relating to the construction of extensions to care homes. We will also provide you with specialist advice in relation to alternative planning uses.
Contracting with residents and the recovery of fees and other debts
The completion of legally binding patient/resident contracts is growing increasingly important in the well-managed care establishment. These contracts may be with the patients/residents themselves, with relatives or with other third parties. LA will draft a particular contract suitable for your needs. Should problems arise with the collection of fees or other debts owing to the home, LA operate a cost efficient debt collection system.
Corporate and partnership matters
Drawing on the experience and expertise of other lawyers in the firm, we are able to advise operators on all matters relating to company law, share purchase and partnership matters.
Contracting and contracting disputes with Social Services
LA has extensive experience of negotiating contracts with Social Services and PCT's and will advise on important issues that need to be considered.
Acquiring or selling a care home
Our lawyers are highly experienced in managing the problems that often occur when buying or selling a care home and have specialist knowledge of the legislation covering the suitability of homes. Our people are recognised for their excellent track record in negotiating with regulatory authorities charged with supervising the standards required in homes, particularly on changes in ownership.
Employment problems
Staff and staff related issues can have an enormous impact on the viability of a care provider. Problems with discontented staff can often lead to worse problems with registration authorities and even jeopardise contracting arrangements with Social Services. Provisions in the Care Standards Act 2000 relating to employees make this a particularly challenging area for employers. LA has a team of employment lawyers experienced in the care sector who can provide you with critical advice in this area. |
