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Defending Regulatory
Criminal Prosecutions

A service that defends construction businesses against regulatory charges.

Supporting Businesses in Regulatory Criminal Defence

At My Commercial Lawyers, we assist construction businesses facing regulatory criminal prosecutions, providing legal support to protect your operations, reputation, and financial stability. Whether you are under investigation or have received a formal charge, our team will guide you through the legal process and work towards the best possible outcome.

Regulatory prosecutions in construction can be particularly challenging, with potential fines, reputational damage, and operational risks. Our strategic and proactive approach ensures cases are handled efficiently while safeguarding your business interests.

Our Head of Legal Practice has many years of prior experience in being instructed by the Crown Prosecution Service to prosecute in criminal offences therefore from a defence prospective we know what to look for when defending in Regulatory Criminal Prosecutions which is a plus for our clients.

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      Understanding Regulatory
      Criminal Prosecutions

      Regulatory criminal prosecutions in the construction industry are brought by various government bodies to enforce laws protecting public safety, health, and the environment. Businesses may face prosecution for alleged breaches of construction site safety laws, environmental regulations, or planning permissions. These cases can have serious consequences, including significant fines, criminal records for directors, and, in severe cases, imprisonment.

      Common Construction Regulatory Prosecutions:

      Health & Safety Breaches

      Construction site incidents, non-compliance with CDM Regulations, corporate manslaughter cases.
      Construction site incidents, non-compliance with CDM Regulations, corporate manslaughter cases.

      Environmental & Waste Offences

      Pollution, improper waste disposal, breaches of environmental permits.
      Pollution, improper waste disposal, breaches of environmental permits.

      Building & Planning Violations

      Failure to adhere to planning permissions, building regulations, and zoning laws.
      Failure to adhere to planning permissions, building regulations, and zoning laws.

      Financial Compliance & Fraud

      Allegations of tax evasion, false invoicing, and financial misconduct in construction projects.
      Allegations of tax evasion, false invoicing, and financial misconduct in construction projects.

      Employment & Labour Law Breaches

      Issues related to worker safety, illegal employment practices, and subcontractor compliance.
      Issues related to worker safety, illegal employment practices, and subcontractor compliance.

      Food Safety Prosecutions

      Protect your food business with expert legal representation and defence against food safety prosecutions, ensuring compliance and safeguarding your reputation
      Protect your food business with expert legal representation and defence against food safety prosecutions, ensuring compliance and safeguarding your reputation

      Common authorities that pursue prosecutions against construction businesses include:

      Health & Safety Executive (HSE)

      Enforcing workplace safety regulations on construction sites.
      Enforcing workplace safety regulations on construction sites.

      Employment & Labour Law Breaches

      Investigating breaches of planning, building control, and public health regulations.
      Investigating breaches of planning, building control, and public health regulations.

      Environment Agency

      Investigating environmental law breaches, pollution, and waste management issues.
      Investigating environmental law breaches, pollution, and waste management issues.

      Trading Standards

      Ensuring fair business practices, contract compliance, and construction material safety.
      Ensuring fair business practices, contract compliance, and construction material safety.

      How We Can Help Construction Businesses

      At My Commercial Lawyers, we provide comprehensive legal support for construction companies facing regulatory challenges, offering:

      Expert Legal Advice & Compliance Review

      Helping construction businesses understand their obligations and take proactive steps to avoid legal issues. Assessing regulatory risks on construction sites and implementing compliance strategies.

      Early Intervention & Negotiation

      Engaging with regulators to resolve matters before they escalate to prosecution. Representing construction businesses during investigations, site inspections, and enforcement proceedings.

      Regulatory Defence Representation

      Developing tailored legal strategies for defence against construction-related regulatory charges. Providing legal representation in court cases and appeals against regulatory decisions.

      Court & Tribunal Advocacy

      Experienced barristers offering strong defence in court, challenging evidence, and working to secure the best possible outcome.

      Why Choose My Commercial Lawyers?

      Our Process

      At My Commercial Lawyers, we guide you through every stage of the legal process with clarity and expertise:

      • Initial Consultation: Assessing the merits of your case and identifying the best strategy.
      • Document Preparation: Drafting essential documents, including the notice of adjudication and referral notice, ensuring precision and compliance with legal standards.
      • Case Management: Accumulating evidence, coordinating responses, and liaising with key parties.
      • Advocacy and Representation: Skilled barristers present your case persuasively, challenging opposing arguments and securing the best possible outcome.

      Our Expertise in Regulatory Criminal Defence

      Regulatory Criminal Defence Solicitors

      Our solicitors manage your case, ensuring compliance, preparing documents, and advising on legal strategies specific to the sector.

      Regulatory Criminal Defence Barristers

      Our barristers provide courtroom advocacy, using their expertise to achieve the best possible outcome in court for the business.

      Frequently Asked Question

      What Is A Regulatory Criminal Prosecution?

      A regulatory criminal prosecution is a case brought against a construction business by a government agency or regulatory body for failing to comply with laws such as health and safety, environmental, or building regulations.

      Penalties vary based on the severity of the offence but may include fines, project shutdowns, restrictions, or even imprisonment for company directors. A conviction can also severely impact your business’s reputation and ability to win contracts.

      Our team will assess the case, challenge the evidence, and develop a defence strategy tailored to your situation, helping to protect your business from penalties and other consequences.

      Our fees are transparent and based on the complexity of your case. We will discuss all costs upfront, working on an instruction/fixed fee basis.

      We offer a full range of services, including legal advice, court representation, and post-trial support. Our expert solicitors and barristers work together to ensure your construction business is defended effectively at every stage.

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