100 years in the making – a welcome update to trusts law in Scotland A busy week for immigration law – a roundup of this week’s major changes A different kind of Christmas advert A Leading Independent Scottish Law Firm A New Way for Families? Adoption Week Scotland: Why do step-parents choose to adopt? All that glisters… Amey JV successfully enforces adjudication decision As UK Government cuts reporting regulations for thousands of SMEs, what are the employment law knock-ons? Can you trust your trustees? Understanding fiduciary duties CBI boss calls for relaxation of immigration rules to boost growth Court casts doubt on procedure for challenging non-statutory age assessments Date announced for full implementation of new UK subsidy control regime Deadline for assigning certificates of sponsorship before salary increase Did separated parents get the Christmas presence they were looking for? Did your Easter holidays not go quite to plan? Do I need a lawyer to get divorced in Scotland? Economic prosperity in Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles targeted by new £100m “Islands Growth Deal” Expansion of Hong Kong BN(O) visa route confirmed Facebook, Inc (now Meta Platforms, Inc) and Giphy, Inc Merger – the CMA orders divestiture as part of final order From civil partners to a married couple – upcoming changes Getting better with age? Avoiding discrimination in recruitment Hello, goodbye? The Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill – what does it mean for the future of UK Employment Law? Helping launch Scotland’s ambitions in Space Home Office ramps up enforcement action on illegal working Home Office U-Turn keeps mixed-nationality families guessing Hospitality sector ‘tipped’ for growth How renewable is renewable? 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It’s Family Mediation Week 2023 Just and equitable winding up – a question of interest Just desserts in product recall Labour proposal to extend the equal pay regime, if elected Life as a Family Law Trainee Solicitor Life as a Fixed Seat Family Law Trainee Solicitor Lujo Properties Ltd v Gruve Ltd: Why an undelivered pre-irritancy notice cannot be relied on Managing long-term sickness absence Menopause will not become a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010 More than £13m in grant funding awarded as the Marine Fund Scotland is now fully committed for the year 2022-23 Musk’s first act as Twitter boss isn’t social My top five lessons from five months as a Trainee Solicitor My top three tips for completing your application in the Register of Persons Holding a Controlled Interest in Land National Divorce Day National Minimum Wage and other rates increases announced for 2023/24 National Minimum Wage rates for 2024 announced Navigating disputes: Finding a resolution through mediation Navigating the shifting legal landscape: An overview of key employment law changes coming up in 2024 Net migration at record levels New case law conceived in respect of parental orders New figures show the extent of sexual harassment for women in the defence sector New freedoms for people experiencing homelessness New Subsidy Advice Unit opens for business New Year, new guidance on taking a children’s human rights approach published Personal liability for acts of discrimination – a reminder Positive changes to unmarried partner definition Prime Minister announces plans for new UK-India visa deal Reduction to your CGT annual allowance approaches Reflections on the Levantarse Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship Conference Relocating to Scotland: Immigration considerations Remember, remember the fifth of November Report calls for £4bn Scottish ports investment Right to request Flexible Working from day one Right-to-work checks to be introduced for substitute drivers of Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats Scottish Government proposes LBTT relief incentive for Green Freeport investment Scottish Ministers publish the Annual Report on Procurement Activity in Scotland 2020-21 Significant consumer rights decision on rejection of goods Significant plans announced to cut net migration Six tactics to help businesses operate during EURO 2024 Six tactics to help businesses operate during the World Cup Skills shortages – have your say Stats show shift on Scotland’s shopping streets Supporting the nurture, protection, management, and harnessing of Scotland’s natural capital Takeaways from the CIPD Scotland Conference 2024 Tenancy of Shops (Scotland) Act – Repeal, Replace or Reform? The “Banking and Finance” guide to success as a corporate trainee The B-Corp Movement is on a mission to transform the economy The centrality of consent in surrogacy cases The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 – changes at Companies House The importance of a legally valid Will The importance of CPD and networking The importance of taking timely specialist legal advice on surrogacy and assisted conception The importance of technology and innovation – Glasgow Tech Fest 2023 The King’s Speech reveals more details of upcoming Employment Rights Bill The manifestoes – employment and immigration law. Part one – Liberal Democrats The manifestoes – employment and immigration law. Part four – Labour. The manifestoes – employment and immigration law. Part three – SNP, Green and Reform The manifestoes – employment and immigration law. Part two – Conservatives The return of Employment Tribunal fees? The Shetland trainee’s experience The significance of diligence The value of work experience when exploring a career in the legal sector This week is Road Safety Week To vary, or not to vary? UK Electronic Traveller Authorisation: What is it and when does it come into force? UK Government publishes new draft code of practice on ‘fire and re-hire’ UK rejects EU Youth Mobility talks UK visa fees explained Unintended consequences for women investors and founders Valentine’s Day – a family law perspective What is surrogacy? What is the Scottish Government’s Fair Work Action Plan? What steps can you take to prevent your children from being removed from the country? Who gets the pet? Who will inherit? – Proposed reform of Scottish succession law Worth the paper? Your…majesty? New direction issued on how judges should be addressed in courts and tribunals Youth Mobility Scheme: ballot details announced The Supreme Court judgment on Sequana – what it means for directors’ duties The Brief Magazine Wind farm agreements announced for three sites off Shetland Expertise Is a rise in “reshoring” for UK manufacturing on the horizon? Consultation on a ‘Domestic Abuse Register’ to take place in Scotland Our People Insights ‘Box, box’: Best practice when considering the suspension of an employee ‘Getting one’s ducks in a row’: What are the benefits of voluntary land registration for your farm? “Megxit”, Marriage Story and the business of divorce “Willie’s Law” – A change in law with regard to capacity? A cautionary tale – time limits in employment tribunals 10 years of Scottish EDGE: Round 20 sees a record £1.6 million of funding awarded to the best of Scotland’s entrepreneurial talent 2024 will be a busy year for immigration law A Blueprint to net zero A brief review of the Housing (Scotland) Bill A different type of Divorce Day in 2023 A Human Rights Bill for Scotland – new government consultation A lease by any other name will still be a lease Accidents abroad AI and copyright: protecting creativity Alcohol advertising in Scotland – an uncertain future Alternatives to visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route Artists leading the fightback against the proliferation of AI Attracting and retaining talent with a changing population dynamic Banksy’s complicated relationship with Intellectual Property Being social? What’s happening with your personal data? 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Changes to the Electronic Communications Code Child Inclusive Mediation – taking a child-centred approach Claiming for compensation as a secondary victim Confirmation of visa ban for care worker dependants Conserving, restoring and enhancing biodiversity: application of Policy 3 of NPF4 Construction insolvencies put contracts to the test Copyright protection beyond the author’s lifetime Court clarifies local authority duties re temporary accommodation for homeless people Court of Justice of the European Union delivers significant opinions for sporting competitions Damages for personal injury and services rendered Dealing with damp and mould in social housing Dealmakers 2023 Debunking family law myths – a trainee’s view Definition of woman in the Equality Act 2010 includes Gender Recognition Certificate holders Developers commit to making their Scottish buildings safer Do you know your NFTs? Ed Sheeran and the blurred lines around copyright infringement claims Employee burnout: causes, costs and cures Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 Ensuring fishing assets are ship-shape for funding and succession Exploring IR35 and tax status in sport Family Mediation Week – the benefits of family mediation. Watch our new video Family visas: What do the new financial requirements mean for me? Final statements revisited – when is a valid Final Account Statement not conclusive evidence of the sum due? Flexible working requests and remote working Fraud in personal injury claims Generative AI in the workplace Glasgow Tech Week – is it worth the risk for technology businesses to use legal templates? Glasgow Tech Week – Tackling tech talent shortages Glasgow Tech Week – the rise of the technology B-Corp Glasgow Tech Week – understanding share options Golfers v the PGA European Tour: Participation in LIV – out of bound Green Freeports in Scotland – a decision Growing your business: Top tips for getting ready for investment Guidance given to employers when considering expression of protected beliefs Harboured ambitions for Scotland’s maritime infrastructure Head over handlebars for cycling Housing (Scotland) Bill 2024 How do I arrange child contact as a separated parent? How should a property be divided when you divorce or separate? How should I prepare for my first meeting with a family lawyer? How the Transport Act 2019 changes parking rules Is it worth the risk using legal templates? Is the rise in e-scooters an accident waiting to happen? Is the UK’s grid capacity threatening progress towards climate targets? Is there such a thing as a good divorce? It’s an emergency! A guide to ‘time off for dependants’ Joe Biden’s decision to run again shines a light on age discrimination Judges are not akin to employees of Scottish Government Labour’s first month signals direction of immigration policy Land Reform (Scotland) Bill: What are your rights when your landlord wants to grant options for renewable energy development? Latest list of employers named and shamed for failing to pay the National Minimum Wage Luxury brands take significant steps forward in anti-counterfeiting Making claims against untraced or uninsured drivers Managing the legal costs of divorce and separation Maternity entitlements and self-employment – what’s the difference? Mediation – a thoughtful way forward Menopause Awareness Day 2023 and beyond – How can employers support menopausal employees? Navigating challenges: Addressing skills shortages in Scotland’s marine economy NEC4: Keeping up to date for 2023 New families: the winds of change New rules for Ukrainian nationals O Christmas Tree … another case of personal injury fraud Off-payroll working rules and what may tip a service provision agreement into an employment relationship Only Westminster has the power to authorise a second Scottish Independence referendum Our roundup of Glasgow Tech Week 2024 Parental responsibilities and rights in Scotland Peak season hiring in the hospitality sector: international students Ports, harbours and environmental information – a key decision by the Scottish Information Commissioner Positive changes for business visitors to the UK Quality Homes and further clarification of NPF4 following Miller Homes Ltd v Scottish Ministers Ramadan: What it means to me Read our report on Scotland’s two new Green Freeports – an empowered opportunity Recent developments in qualified one-way cost shifting (QOCS) Regulating artificial intelligence: The EU AI Act Relocation of children – what test is applied in a dispute? Right to work checks and the new civil penalty regime Road Safety Week – 19 to 25 November 2023 by Brake, the road safety charity School holidays and parental pressures: Ways to communicate when the conversation breaks down Scotland’s green hydrogen opportunity Scottish commercial property market showing its resilience Scottish Edge Round 21 Awards Scottish EDGE Round 22 winners Self-driving cars – is artificial intelligence the new driver on our roads? Selling a dental practice – exploring a sale to an existing associate Sexual and third-party harassment in the workplace Sexual harassment in the spotlight Shopping around: Is the Scottish retail sector reacting to changing behaviours? Should there be a Hippocratic oath for family lawyers? First, do no harm Significant changes to Skilled Worker route from 4 April 2024 Simplifying intercountry adoption: new immigration rules published Spring SOLAR Conference 2024 – a summary Stop, collaborate and listen Supporting employees through economic uncertainty Take two: The law behind artists re-recording their music Tales of the unexpected – when accidents happen abroad The Building Safety Act – what’s coming into force in 2023? The Building Safety Act 2022 – what does it mean for Scotland? The eVisa rollout – what you need to know The Investment Fund for Scotland – a catalyst for success The latest developments in Occupational Health The Migration Advisory Committee recommends retention of the Graduate route The new Electricity Generator Levy – what does it mean for renewable energy generators in the UK? The new Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme: Has Falkirk Council shown us the future for Scotland’s neglected and ownerless property? The potential risks of using ChatGPT at work The pros and cons of ‘nesting’ – a modern approach to post-separation The Register of Controlled Interests in Land – what does it mean for landowners and tenants? The right to know: An RSL’s relationship with Freedom of Information The role of social landlords in making a stand against domestic abuse The Scottish Parliament’s Criminal Justice Committee post-legislative scrutiny of the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2018 The significant divide between Scotland and England & Wales on the termination or restriction of parental rights and responsibilities. Is it time for a change? The UK Covid-19 Inquiry releases its Module 1 Report on the United Kingdom’s Resilience and Preparedness The use of artificial intelligence in the publishing industry The Vache Farm Decision opens the door for increased rents for landowners Third party rights under Scots common law UK Government announces raft of employment law proposals UK Government excludes glass from Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme UK Government proposes to legislate on striking workers UK Supreme Court issues judgment in holiday pay case UK Supreme Court issues landmark decision on assessing environmental harm of extracting fossil fuels UK visa fee increases – key considerations for employers UKSC rules that buffer zones around abortion clinics do not violate protesters’ human rights Understanding the risks of beauty treatments Unplugged: Could a ‘right to disconnect’ from work make its way to the UK? What are Protective Expenses Orders and how do you get one? What are the potential ramifications of not having a Partnership Agreement? What happens if you have a road traffic accident abroad? What is antisocial behaviour? Who is liable for an accident – car owner or driver? Women’s Health in the Workplace Backlash over period dignity officer appointment – what is required to pursue a sex discrimination claim? Cohabitation – a welcome proposal for reform Qatar 2022 and the importance of brand protection in sport Scotland’s natural capital is an investment for the future – read our report Update on the Scottish Covid-19 Public Inquiry – new Chair appointed The newly-qualified’s view – Keni Carmichael Are drivers aware of new Highway Code changes? How will rising living costs affect me if separating from my partner? A summary of National Housing Conference 2022 Dua Lipa’s Levitation Litigation Procurement in the current economic climate Scottish Covid-19 Inquiry calls for core participants How separated parents can use technology to manage a child’s busy schedule Love Island trade marks: the laws of attraction A basic guide to signing contracts electronically The why, who and how of signing a contract The review of Scottish Limited Partnerships – what’s happened in the last four years What an employer can do if an employee is absent without notice Crofting Law and Family Law in Shetland The conflict in Ukraine, and the new brands it has created Holiday pay for part-year workers may need to be recalculated When do I need to support my children after separation? UK Supreme Court to hear full arguments in IndyRef2 case Menopause in the workplace High Court – net zero as unlawful Lobbying and Taxis – A “Fare” System Outer House decision on expenses A collateral warranty can be a “construction contract” for the purposes of adjudication UK Supreme Court asked to determine legality of Indyref2 Pride in families: 50 years on, what has changed? Can these Private Members’ bills tackle Employment Bill issues? When are serious allegations about an employee able to be made “without prejudice”? Guest Insight: Where sustainability meets tourism The Subsidy Control Act 2022 Recognising long COVID as a disability – Burke v Turning Point Scotland How soon can I get a divorce in Scotland? Should your charity seek incorporation? Executors responsibilities – can an Executor be held liable after distribution of an estate? A new Data Reform Bill in the Queen’s Speech Non-Harassment Orders in Scotland – what are they and how do you get one? Charges for registering property deeds in Scotland set to increase from 5 October 2020 If you build it … you better make sure you have copyright over the design Case study: pre-existing Fibromyalgia made worse by Road Traffic Accident The history of asbestos in Scotland & the evolution of asbestos law Spousal Support or Aliment during a Divorce in Scotland E-scooters – Injury-hazard or transport innovation? Top 5 ways to spend your garden leave that won’t put you in the dog house Can a child be adopted without the consent of both parents in Scotland? Common issues for employers when dealing with TUPE regulations Capital allowances in property sales and purchases Changes to s75 and s75A of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 Can an executor’s attorney administer an estate in Scotland? What are the differences between Scottish & English Laws of Succession? Survivorship Destinations – what are they and how do they impact on my Will? Duty to recover company sick pay in compensation claim for personal injury Football injuries & the law: legal cases involving national teams, international clubs and players Tea Break test: why employers need to allow for rest breaks even if employees don’t ask Should mandatory DNA testing be introduced in paternity disputes in Scotland When should a “refusal” be viewed as “unreasonable”? Scottish courts reach exceptional decision in ‘child abduction’ case Snow and Ice in the Workplace – The Pitfalls for Employers Untraced Drivers’ Agreements explained – legal position for car users and insurance Separation or Divorce Mortgage Payments – All You Need to Know What do summer law students do? The Register of Persons Holding Controlled Interest in Land goes live – what does it mean for banks? Vicarious liability – what is it and can I claim? Using immigration routes to tackle labour shortages Employment incentives without the Employment Bill Can long COVID constitute a disability under the Equality Act 2010? Homelessness decision has significant implications for local authorities UK Government issues new COVID-19 workplace guidance for England Do I need consent to take my child on holiday abroad with me? A guide to what you need for the summer holidays TikTok trends and the potential for copyright infringement Tenancy update on temporary Coronavirus eviction measures How “The Split” would differ in Scotland The Employment Bill is subject to further delay Agreements and their challenges The separation of cohabiting couples BEIS announces new Statutory Code on ‘Fire and Rehire’ “I have been invited to attend at a Children’s Panel and I don’t know what to do” – a guide to the Children’s Panel process A concern has been made about my child to the social work department – what might I expect? Does the P&O Ferries case fall under the employment laws of Scotland, England or Wales? Public Inquiries in Scotland Interpreting the new Code of Conduct for Councillors COVID-19 update for employers Further developments in the P&O Ferries case – a review of the Business and Transport Committee Major changes announced to UK immigration routes Scottish Law Commission (“SLC”) – Heritable Securities: Default & Post Default Resignation or dismissal? Can a worker carry over unpaid leave taken when their employer incorrectly failed to recognise them as a worker? Can events that take place after dismissal be taken into account when assessing the overall fairness of the dismissal? Agency workers: right to be informed of relevant vacant posts is limited to notification Are whistle-blowers entitled to remove and retain their employer’s confidential documents? Living with Covid plans announced – how will these impact employers? Cryptocurrency and IP – recent issues General procurement duties for RSLs and contracting authorities Protecting your child’s mental health during a separation Celebrating female entrepreneurs on International Women’s Day Cohabitation – ‘Living Together’ in Scotland International relocation with children / parental child abduction Offshore well boat worker visa announced ScotWind leasing hailed as “truly historic” for Scotland Mediation in Child Law Matters – Can you afford not to try? Prevention of Homelessness Consultation Discussing the future of our peatland Holiday pay case study: Pimlico Plumbers Land ownership and obligations Care workers to be added to UK shortage occupation list Update on Right to Work Checks Unreasonable behaviour in a divorce What is a Grant of Probate? Episode 3 of Dragon’s Den/ The Apprentice Mandatory Vaccinations and the Workplace New short-term let licensing scheme for Airbnb owners Is a fear of catching Coronavirus a protected belief under the Equality Act 2010? Can a requirement for staff to remove religious jewellery constitute religious discrimination? European Court of Human Rights unable to hear gay marriage “cake” case Scottish Government’s guidance for office working now published Episode 4 of Dragon’s Den/The Apprentice Episode 5 of Dragon’s Den / The Apprentice Episode 6 of Dragon’s Den / The Apprentice How do you deal with boundary disputes? Survivorship Destinations – what are they and how do they impact my Will? Self-certification period extended What happens in Scotland if you die without a Will? What is unacceptable behaviour in the workplace? 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Is the law on servitudes at sixes and sevens for property owners Adoption in Scotland: seven common questions from those looking to adopt a child Coronavirus: is an online marriage legal in Scotland? 5 Key Points when dealing with Pensions on Divorce in Scotland Prepare or Repair – Schedules of Condition and dealing with a tenant’s repairing obligation under commercial leases Working time and peripatetic workers The defence of Automatism in Road Traffic accident cases Notices of Potential Liability for Costs: Changes in Discharge Procedures Coronavirus and General Meetings – Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 Your financial divorce – what you need to know about Minutes of Agreement Key provisions of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 Political Beliefs and the Equality Act 2010 Buying a house with a friend in Scotland Furlough scheme extended to 30 September 2021 Survivorship destinations What happens when neighbours refuse to contribute to the cost of common repairs? 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The big differences between divorce and separation in Scots law Is a Separation Agreement legally binding? 5 things you need to know about Share Options Shared Care in Scotland – why the best interests of the child should remain paramount upon separation or divorce. Counterpart execution and electronic delivery in Scotland Second Marriage – How do I avoid disinheriting my children? Proposed reform to Inheritance Tax would allow siblings to benefit from tax advantage Coronavirus: why making a Living Will can make sure your wishes are known to family and loved ones Criminal record checks are changing with new Disclosure (Scotland) Bill Government Contracts awarded without competition – is this lawful? What is involved in contesting a will and dispute over inheritance in Scotland? Dealing with pension interests on Divorce in Scotland – update from The Supreme Court Who gets the dog in a separation or divorce? White (Christmas) noise: copyright and those Christmas tunes Seamus Coleman: Negligence, Reckless Play & club remedies for players injured on international duty Surrogacy law in Scotland Employment Tribunal considers dismissal on the cusp of two-year service period When is a Homeowner not a Homeowner? Best Endeavours and Reasonable Endeavours: how far do you have to go to meet a contractual obligation? Can colour blindness amount to a disability for the purposes of the Equality Act? Relocation in family law cases – on what do the courts place most importance? Planning pitfalls: changes of use and planning permission The neglected aspect of TUPE – Employee Liability Information Flooding, water and drainage rights for land in Scotland Powers of Attorney – when can an Attorney make gifts from the estate of an Adult with Incapacity? Range of success fee agreements open up to Scottish solicitors as damages-based arrangements begin Moving a relative in care between Scotland and England – the importance of Power of Attorney or Guardianship Orders What to do if you are involved in a theme park or fairground accident Is pay protection a reasonable adjustment under employment law? Is there a case to be made for adult adoption in Scotland? An employers guide to ‘Working Time’ – who do you need to pay and when? Coronavirus: can licensed premises offer home delivery and takeaways? What to do when frustrating party litigants frustrate the court process Commercial leases: dealing with dilapidations Damages for secondary victims – What constitutes a “horrifying” scene or event? Court decision opens up potential Covid-19 claims by Scottish businesses under business interruption insurance Turnover leases: an alternative to open market rents and their review Duty of local authorities to provide care for the elderly – how far does this duty extend? How to safeguard your business interests on divorce What happens when Trustees can't agree how to distribute funds in Scotland? Coronavirus: can Confirmation in an estate still be obtained during lockdown? Collateral warranties – more than worth the paper, but proceed with caution A Licence to (trap and) Kill? Important court decision on the control of wild birds in Scotland ACAS Early Conciliation, time limits and employment tribunal claims – EC certificates Getting to the point of liquidated damages clauses When Taxi Journeys Turn Dangerous Getting Scotland Moving – the inside track on Inverness' property market Who has authority to make funeral arrangements? Should I have a professional executor? Gratuitous alienation: a diversion tactic? Harper Macleod briefs solicitors on operation of new First Home Fund Is an employer liable for a data breach by an employee? Are contractors protected by TUPE, the Employment Appeal Tribunal gives it's verdict? Why 'without prejudice' wording does not create a magical force field of legal protection around documents Named and shamed: consequences of failing to pay the national minimum wage The pitfalls of failing to complete your ET1 claim form correctly Will UK companies benefit from end of EU State Aid rules following Brexit? What to do if your Personal Licence to sell alcohol has been revoked for failing to notify refresher training? Do you need to financially support a spouse or partner after separation or divorce? Cryptocurrencies – new guidance issued by HMRC on tax treatment of Bitcoin etc Can the law help smooth the way for a modern day Scottish gold rush? How can social landlords sign up new tenants during the current COVID-19 pandemic, and should they? The Bankruptcy & Debt Advice (Scotland) Act 2014 comes into force Family law: the changing role of fathers in residence and contact disputes Farming and crofting: a brief guide on Inheritance Tax reliefs Sports Clubs in Scotland: Incorporating your club Employment Law 2019 – new rights for employees in the workplace will be rolled out How to write your organisation's Data Protection Policy – Top 10 tips Client centred family law – a person centred approach to separation and divorce Removing employment benefits following a TUPE transfer Commencement of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2014 Part 2 and the implications for social landlords Inheritance Tax thresholds and Interest Rates updated – April 2020 Tax relief changes to mortgage interest on property income – what do they mean? Temporary suspension of statutory demand provisions – what does it mean for businesses and creditors? Succession and estate planning – dealing with company shares in your will Coronavirus: protection from termination of commercial leases in Scotland Why access to wind farm development sites can't be taken for granted – cautionary tales of private rights and public roads Simple Procedure court cases: the cap on expenses What are employers' obligations under the Equality Act 2010? Anonymity in family law court cases in Scotland Countdown to COP26 Glasgow – what to expect Can demotion for gross misconduct amount to unfair constructive dismissal? Employment Tribunal Statistics Update – what do the new figures tell employers about claims and awards? VAT Barter in leases – what do landlords and tenants need to know? Is it possible to disinherit a child? Employment team at Harper Macleod secures landmark Covid-19 mask-wearing decision The Voice and Views of a Child in Court Proceedings Actions of division and sale – change in legislation Redundancy – what are an employer's responsibilities and an employee's rights? Cycling accident – duties of care owed to cyclist by car driver and importance of wearing a helmet Paw Law: bringing a claim if you are injured by a dog The fairness of final written warnings when it comes to dismissing an employee Crofting Law and Succession – how to administer an estate involving a Crofting Tenancy Considering moving in with your partner? Top Tips on cohabitation in Scotland Covid-19 Construction Update: Impact on JCT/SBCC Contracts Rock and a hard place – how can landowners be sure they own everything that's under their feet? Court decision finds the key to unlock access rights to land in Scotland Surrogacy in Scotland – what you need to know in terms of the law Getting Scotland Moving – the inside track on Moray's property market Why modifying public contracts can be problematic Working in Hot Weather – An Employer’s Duties Long-term sick leave – when can an employer dismiss an employee? A meal ticket for life? The issue of maintenance payments in divorce cases Covid-19 Construction Update: Impact on NEC Contracts Can I make a Will or Power of Attorney if I am physically unable to sign? The dangers of working long hours – employment law issues behind the headlines How to decide if vulnerable adults have capacity to use social media and the internet When can employment tribunals order re-employment following an unfair dismissal case? Simple Procedure success shows courts cracking down on unreasonable conduct in litigation Property factors update – increasing the float (and not being misleading) Scottish court confirms that adjudication enforcements are still hard to resist Can ambitious Net Zero plans make Glasgow miles better by 2030? Reflections on the Children (Scotland) Act 1995 Employers' liability insurance: defending claims for injury or loss LBTT update: liability when moving SIPP properties & duty to submit updated LBTT returns on leases Harper Macleod action leads to Supreme Court reframing remedies for gratuitous alienations Coronavirus: extending the deadlines on suspensive conditions Should employees be paid for driving to and from work? ECJ looks at working time and travel Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 Coronavirus (Scotland) Act 2020 – further changes to Notice Periods before applying for eviction Does your developer own your software? Copyright and the law What does repowering a wind farm actually mean when it comes to planning applications? Coronavirus: am I eligible for sick pay? Flexible Working Regulations 2014 Do you know your SIPP from your SSAS? Scottish court reform: biggest modernisation of Scotland's courts for generations Managing the power of a PM under nec 3 contracts without resorting to 'death by Z clause' The hidden dangers for employers making changes to staff contracts after a takeover or merger Supreme Court gives two decisions on employers’ vicarious liability Domestic Violence Solicitors – Scottish Paralegal Association Webinar How can a company protect its assets in the face of trading risk? Impecunious – If so, prove it! Redundancy – suitable alternative employment and unreasonable refusal The importance of getting prescriptive rights of access accurately registered What rights do employees have when it comes to flexible working? Duties owed by employees to their employer Coronavirus: should commercial landlords grant holiday, suspension or deferral for rent? A different approach to communication with children over family law court decisions New Crofting Register Goes Live Legal compensation for wind farm disturbance Successful claim in medical negligence case related to hysterectomy Supreme Court brings welcome uncertainty to alienation in Carnbroe case Can an Executor be removed from administering a Will? Construction Snapshot: what are 'appropriate deductions' for remedying defects? Digital trading – is your app or website compliant with consumer law? Choosing a partnership model: The Sword of Damocles hanging over partners Business and divorce – the (perhaps) unintended family law implications of corporate transactions New Scottish fire safety measures to be introduced post-Grenfell 5 things you need to know about Shareholders' Agreements ACAS publishes new guidance on dealing with "long COVID" Key commercial considerations when dealing with a distressed company in a public sector contract What's in a name? The Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014 comes into force Aftermath of actor's death highlights importance of making plans for your children Once dealt with, always decided? The importance of res judicata and the UK IPO in trade mark disputes Is an employee permitted to make a covert recording at work? The 'asset lock' – is a CIC the right structure for your social enterprise? 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