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 authorities that pursue prosecutions against construction businesses include:
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.
At My Commercial Lawyers, we guide you through every stage of the legal process with clarity and expertise:
We assess your situation, explain your options, and provide strategic legal advice.
We assist with regulatory investigations, liaise with authorities, and protect your business’s interests.
If charges are brought, we develop a robust defence, gathering evidence and consulting construction industry experts as needed.
Our experienced barristers advocate for you in court, challenging evidence and defending your business effectively.
Providing compliance advice, handling appeals, and helping your business move forward after the case.
Our solicitors manage your case, ensuring compliance, preparing documents, and advising on legal strategies specific to the sector.
Our barristers provide courtroom advocacy, using their expertise to achieve the best possible outcome in court for the business.
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.
If your construction business is facing a regulatory prosecution, don’t wait until the situation escalates. Get in touch with My Commercial Lawyers today. Our team will work tirelessly to protect your interests and find the best resolution for your case.
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