Another Thorntons family law specialist accredited by Law Society
Leading Scottish law firm Thorntons has increased its breadth of expertise in family law after another one of its lawyers was recognised as…
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Business, Trade and Vaccination Status.
While many manufacturing businesses have been able to operate effectively during the pandemic (albeit in many cases navigating supply chain…
Thorntons reappointed to university and college legal services framework
Leading Scottish law firm Thorntons has been re-appointed to the Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC) framework…
Kitchen Nightmares: can restrictive covenants prevent employee poaching?
The hospitality sector was among those worst affected by the pandemic, and now staff shortages due to issues arising from Covid and Brexit…
Data Protection Webinar | Collecting Criminal Data
The UK GDPR gives extra protection to ‘personal data relating to criminal convictions and offences or related security measures’. This…
The difference between Copyright and Trade Marks?
This is a question we receive from many clients. It is important to understand the difference between these key Intellectual Property…
Yorkshire CCC – a watershed moment for inclusivity?
Many having a general interest in sport will be aware of the investigations into Azeem Rafiq’s allegations of institutional racism within…
Employment Law Webinar | Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace is about creating a culture free from discrimination, where people feel accepted and…
Thorntons Solicitors Oversees £42 Million Fundraising Deal for Scottish Agritech Business IGS
The Scottish agritech business, Intelligent Growth Solutions Limited (IGS), announced the conclusion of its most recent funding round on…
COVID, Hospitals and Care Homes
Last summer I had reported that Scotland’s Crown Office had established a specialist Covid-19 Deaths Investigation Team (CDIT) to look at…
Intellectual Property webinar | What makes a good trade mark and why should I protect it?
Brand is crucial to any business owner. Name, logo, symbols, slogan or even colour, can be associated with a brand. These assets can also…
Leading Scottish Law Firm Holds Intellectual Property Seminar for Business Owners
Brand is crucial to any business owner. Name, logo, symbols, slogan – even colour – can be associated with a brand. It’s vital that assets…
Former Rugby League players follow Union players in legal action for brain injuries in sport
Last year saw cases brought by former Rugby Union players against the sports’ governing bodies in respect of brain injuries sustained in…
The Scottish Outdoor Access Code
Recent figures from Cycling Scotland showed that, despite the travel restrictions in place for the majority of the year from March 2020 to…
Immigration Webinar | Applying for a UKVI Sponsor Licence
Employers recruiting from outside the UK must now hold a valid UKVI Sponsor Licence, and incoming EU citizens must apply to live and work…
Data Protection webinar | Using CCTV lawfully and in accordance with data protection law
Many elements of privacy need to be considered before using CCTV surveillance. CCTV footage is subject to the GDPR, it applies to any…
Thorntons Riding High in Legal 500 & Chambers
Leading Scottish law firm Thorntons has achieved outstanding rankings for its lawyers and practice areas in the latest editions of industry…
What’s in a name?
With Facebook planning to rebrand the company this week, many are wondering what the benefits of such a big change would be.
Why change…
UK Government’s Consultation – Data: A New Direction
Public Consultation
The Department of Culture, Media and Sport are conducting a consultation on reform of the UK’s data protection regime…
Employment Law Webinar | Menopause and the Workplace
With recent studies showing that nine in 10 people feel menopause affects their work, many employers are introducing menopause support to…
Five solicitors begin new journey with permanent positions at Thorntons Solicitors
Leading Scottish law firm Thorntons has welcomed five new solicitors in a move that signals its continuing growth and expansion.
Among…