Legal insights & industry updates
The law never stands still, and the way it applies to you and your organisation is constantly evolving. Our people are on top of these developments and can keep you up to date with some of the most interesting aspects of these changes.
Insights
Surrogacy in Scotland – what you need to know in terms of the law
Family law
How soon can I get a divorce in Scotland?
Family law
Is a Separation Agreement legally binding?
Employment law for employers
How long is long enough for TUPE regulations to be redundant?
Housing
Commencement of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2014 Part 2 and the implications for social landlords
Employment law for employers
Employment Tribunal considers dismissal on the cusp of two-year service period
Intellectual property & technology
New Cookies law – what will the proposed ePrivacy Regulation change for website operators?
Partnership law
Choosing a partnership model: The Sword of Damocles hanging over partners
The dangers when health and safety is ignored at the funfair
Crofting
Farming and crofting: a brief guide on Inheritance Tax reliefs
Employment law for employers
GDPR and Employment: do you know how the GDPR applies to your disciplinary and grievance procedures?
Family law
How should separated parents deal with child contact disputes around holidays?
Divorce & separation
A meal ticket for life? The issue of maintenance payments in divorce cases
Family law
Dealing with claims by cohabitants on death – rights are not the same as for married couples in Scots law
Adoption
Is there a case to be made for adult adoption in Scotland?
Relocation in family law cases – on what do the courts place most importance?
Pursuer's "exaggerated" claim survives - so does liability for the Defender's expenses
Public sector
Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016: does the Act apply to your organisation?
What to do when frustrating party litigants frustrate the court process
Employment law
Can covert recordings be used as evidence in Employment Tribunals?
Personal injury claims
Five figure settlement achieved for client who suffered serious leg injuries after fall
What rights do Grandparents have to have contact or access with their grandchildren in Scotland?
Planning, environment & climate
Planning (Scotland) Bill – Changes to Development Management
Wills, trusts & estates