Long-term Absence and Reasonable Adjustments
Is banning aerosols and perfume in the workplace a reasonable adjustment? Employment Solicitor, Amy Jones looks at the recent case of Dyer…
Is the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme Fit for Purpose?
The Scheme which is government funded and run by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, is designed to compensate blameless victims…
Trump cries Wolff… or at least tries to sue him.
Can your personal opinion ever be classed as defamation of another individual?
Over the past week, the media spotlight has been firmly…
Two thirds of the population don’t have a Will
New figures released by Macmillan Cancer Support show more than two thirds of the population don't have a Will.
In our article in 2016 ‘…
Employment law changes expected this year
2018 and it's time to look ahead to the changes due to take effect within Employment Law.
2017 was a busy year for employment law, with…
Private Residential Tenancies: An Update for Landlords
As of 1 December 2017 a wholesale reform of the private letting market has taken effect by way of the Private Housing (Tenancies)(Scotland…
New Sporting Rights Code of Practice issued
In the agricultural world, it is not unusual for landowners to let their land whilst retaining the sporting rights.
The landowner may then…
Scottish Government introduce a change to their home ownership schemes
The Scottish Government has introduced a change to their home ownership schemes.
Now for the first time, older people will be to access a…
A new child centred approach to safeguarding in sport
Family Law specialist welcomes new approach to Safeguarding in Sport with new 'Standards for Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport'.…
Indefinite carry over of unpaid annual leave approved by European Court
All employees and workers in the UK are entitled to be paid for 5.6 weeks holiday per year.
However, with the recent rise in ‘gig economy…
The importance of Living Wills
Private Client solicitor, Graeme Dickson highlights the benefits of a Living Will, following the recent case of a lady who had aggressive…
A Power of Attorney: The Best Insurance Policy Money Can Buy
Becoming incapable isn’t something that people tend to think about, or plan for in advance.As Solicitors we hear many misconceptions about…
What’s In A Name?
In Scotland, you can call yourself anything you like. A name has no legal significance. The use of a particular surname can however garner…
The Modern Limited Duration Tenancy
With effect from 30 November 2017, a new type of tenancy for farms and agricultural lands has been introduced under the Land Reform (…
Glass Half Full?
5 December 2017 marks the third anniversary of the reduction of the legal drink-driving limits in Scotland.
The change meant a reduction…
A Royal Prenup?
As a huge fan of both Prince Harry and the TV show, Suits, I was delighted when Kensington Palace announced the (long awaited) news…
Winter is Coming...
The risks of tripping and slipping increases hugely during the winter months, as icy conditions make pathways and roads a treacherous slip…
Legal Rights: Why Sir Bruce's children and Heff's wife would have been better off in Scotland
This year the showbiz world said a sad farewell to two well known stars; Sir Bruce Forsyth and Hugh Hefner. Whilst it may not appear that…
Uber drivers entitled to specific employment protections following Tribunal ruling - Update
Employment Appeal Tribunal has rejected Uber's appeal against the Employment Tribunal's original decision.
In our previous blog Uber good…
Crowdfunding The Way to a Private Prosecution?
Emily Hunt is trying to raise funds through crowdfunding to bring a private prosecution against the man she says raped her.
I read with…
Personal Injury: The discount rate revisited
This week Direct Line Insurance Group reported a 4.2% rise in premiums for the first nine months of this year
Last month the Association…