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Legal Guide For Private Tutors
Private tutoring allows you to choose the age you teach, the subjects, when you teach, how you deliver your lessons (online or in-person) and tailor your approach to one that suits your teaching style and/or that of the pupils. Being able to do all this makes private tutoring a flexible career path, hence why it often suits those who are retired or have other responsibilities that make full-time standard working hours a difficult option. Aside from this, there is also money t
Feb 37 min read


A Legal Guide for Therapists Providing Couples Therapy
Couples therapy throws up many challenges for psychologists, not least managing the needs of two individuals who may have differing expectations and even opposing desired outcomes. Alongside the clinical challenges though, providing therapy to couples may require therapists to consider distinct legal and regulatory issues. Duties of confidentiality, data protection and professional responsibility must be managed in relation to more than one client, and become particularly se
Feb 26 min read


Legal Safeguards for Children in an Era of Deepfakes and AI: A Practical Guide for Therapists and Educators
The rise of AI and the emergence of technologies that enable image-altering and even deep-fake media are a concern for many, especially for parents, educators, and those tasked with safeguarding children. It seems we’re only just starting to get to grips with educating children on responsible social media use and its potential harms. Now, technology is taking huge leaps forward, which, while useful in many ways, also poses new dangers to all of us, particularly children. Whil
Jan 206 min read


Post Practice Obligations For Psychologists
It’s essential that psychologists are legally compliant whilst practising, both for the protection of their practice and to safeguard clients. However, many are unsure of their obligations post-practice, in the case of practitioner death or incapacitation. We know this because some of our psychology clients have inquired about this and, whilst we have responded individually, we decided to produce this guide on Post-Practice Obligations For Psychologists, so we can address som
Dec 28, 20256 min read


Co-Branding Without Conflict: Legal Tips for Joint Marketing Campaigns
Learn how to protect your business when co-branding or running joint marketing campaigns. This guide covers the key legal risks - IP ownership, brand licensing, data sharing, confidentiality, indemnities and financial agreements - and explains how a clear Joint Marketing Agreement can help you collaborate effectively and avoid conflict.
Nov 28, 20256 min read


Legal Guide For Virtual Assistants: Outsourcing And Collaborating
As your VA business grows, you may find yourself with multiple clients and periods where you have too much work. Or, you may find your clients requiring services you don’t have the skillset to deliver. Every instinct you have as a virtual assistant tells you it’s your role to support your clients and that you shouldn’t turn away additional business. Still, you don’t want to harm your reputation by overextending yourself or damaging your existing credibility by working outside
Oct 15, 20256 min read


Podcast Lightbulb Series
Welcome to my new lightbulb series dedicated to podcasters! 🎙️💡 Are you podcasting or thinking of launching a podcast? Podcasting is a...
Sep 16, 20256 min read


Legal Essentials for Educational Psychologists Working with Children: Consent, Data, and the Rise of AI
Working with children is a privilege and a responsibility. As educational psychologists, your insights shape lives, but your practices...
Aug 23, 20253 min read


Guide to The EU Accessibility Act 2025
Is your business accessible? UK businesses trading in the EU may need to review the accessibility of products and services to ensure...
Jun 25, 20256 min read


The Legal Low-down on AI-Generated Images
Ever had an exact image in your head and failed to find it? Wasted an hour or more on multiple stock image sites to uncover the perfect...
May 29, 20257 min read


AI LinkedIn Series #2 - April 2025
This series delves into key aspects of AI compliance, from understanding the implications of the EU AI Act for UK businesses to conducting thorough due diligence on AI systems. It addresses the importance of transparency in AI usage under GDPR, strategies to avoid copyright infringement with AI-generated content, and the nuances of data protection impact assessments….and more!
Apr 10, 202510 min read


ICO Updates On Children’s Digital Privacy
Whilst many may lament the days when children walked to school by themselves, played in the streets and weren’t seen until they trudged...
Mar 21, 20255 min read


5 Ways Virtual Assistants Can Mitigate Risk When Using AI
Five ways virtual assistants can mitigate legal risks when using AI in their business.
Mar 4, 20257 min read


Medico-Legal LinkedIn Light Bulb Series
In February 2025, Aubergine Legal ran a LinkedIn series of light bulb 'snippets' of information about medico-legal issues faced by...
Jan 26, 20256 min read


Our Medico-Legal Data Protection Guide For Psychologists
If you're a psychologist wanting to brush up on what's required when sharing client data with medico-legal professionals, this is for you!
Jan 24, 20257 min read


12 Lightbulbs of Christmas - the end of year legal reminders you need to consider
Make sure your business starts off on the right foot in 2024 with these legal reminders with our 12 Lightbulbs of Christmas.
Dec 16, 20248 min read


LinkedIn Light Bulb Series - Legal Issues for Businesses Targeted at Children
In October 2024, I provided a whole series of Q&As on LinkedIn relating to legal issues owners of child-targeted businesses face. You...
Oct 28, 20246 min read


Everything You Need To Know About Using Cookies On Your Business Website
If you own a business and have a website then you may be aware of cookies. Perhaps you have heard you need a cookie banner and that...
Oct 15, 20245 min read


Guide To The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill
The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (DMCC) received royal assent in May 2024 and effectively replaced the Consumer...
Sep 29, 20243 min read


LinkedIn Light Bulb Series - Consumer and Online Retail Law
In August 2024, I provided a whole series of Q&As on LinkedIn relating to consumer and online retail law. You can find the entire...
Aug 29, 20248 min read
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