Investigations and prosecutions brought by Local Authority Trading Standards Departments.
Investigations and prosecutions for Trading Standards offences brought by other prosecutors such as the Food Standards Agency and the Financial Conduct Authority.
How can Coomber Rich assist you:
Attending interviews or meetings where you and your business is being challenged to represent your interests and ensure the interview is conducted in a fair manner.
Preparing written statements on your behalf.
Defending you throughout the investigative stage.
Seeking to avoid prosecution by negotiating with regulators on your behalf to find a flexible solution that is best for your business.
Where prosecutions have already commenced, we have extensive experience in defending Magistrates and Crown Court proceedings.
If an individual or business is found to be (or suspected of being) in breach of the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) or related safety regulations then you will be interviewed under caution.
You will need to seek representation from a solicitor when an interview is required. It is vitally important to know your rights whether you are being interviewed by the Police or a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) Inspector. Anything that is said or done during this time can have a significant bearing on the defence of the case.
How can Coomber Rich assist you:
Attending interviews or meetings where you and your business is being challenged to represent your interests and ensure the interview is conducted in a fair manner.
Preparing written statements on your behalf.
Defending you throughout the investigative stage.
Seeking to avoid prosecution by negotiating with regulators on your behalf to find a flexible solution that is best for your business.
Where prosecutions have already commenced, we have extensive experience in defending Magistrates and Crown Court proceedings.
Noise, pollution and environmental standards.
Whilst some businesses have an obvious potential to impact upon the environment, many others who do not fall into this category find themselves facing enforcement action. This may be following an environmental incident, such as water pollution, or due to non-compliance with complex waste or permitting regulations.
How can Coomber Rich assist you:
Attending interviews or meetings where you and your business is being challenged to represent your interests and ensure the interview is conducted in a fair manner.
Preparing written statements on your behalf.
Defending you throughout the investigative stage.
Seeking to avoid prosecution by negotiating with regulators on your behalf to find a flexible solution that is best for your business.
Where prosecutions have already commenced, we have extensive experience in defending Magistrates and Crown Court proceedings.