Insights 30 March 2021

Supreme Court hands down its decision in long-running ‘sleepover’ payments case

Several years of litigation end with the decision that workers are not legally entitled to the NMW during a ‘sleepover’ shift

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Insights 25 March 2021

The latest furlough extension will be welcome for charities

Furlough has saved many jobs throughout the coronavirus pandemic and the question now for third sector organisations is now many more can it protect on the road to recovery?

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Insights 23 March 2021

Virtual resolution - maintaining commercial relationships in a post-Brexit and Covid-19 world

Businesses in conflict could avoid of the destruction of relationships by considering mediation or arbitration, both of which continue to be effective despite current turmoil

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Insights 16 March 2021

A renewed approach to land, woodland and wildlife could reap rewards for rural businesses

As policymakers and investors target net zero carbon and biodiversity gains, there are growing motivations to enhance your natural capital assets – an...

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Insights 12 March 2021

The many and varied legal consequences of the pandemic

There is little doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic has, either directly or indirectly, affected the vast majority of the world’s population

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Insights 10 March 2021

Defamed online – the pros and cons of seeking vindication in court

Posting negative comments online may not only be risky if found to be defamatory but taking action could still reflect negatively on the business or i...

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Insights 1 March 2021

Can sharing an opinion online be defamatory?

The decision in a recent English case demonstrates the real-world implications of sharing opinions online

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Insights 16 February 2021

Derelict land recommendations may be a sign of changing times

Land that has fallen into disuse is increasingly being seen by some policy makers as an opportunity to fuel a ‘green recovery’ or help Scotland meet i...

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Insights 28 January 2021

Landlord’s Hypothec – securing rent arrears in Scotland

If a commercial tenant becomes insolvent, landlords can exercise their right to a security for unpaid rent over movable property within the premises

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Insights 14 January 2021

Good reasons for the growing interest in forestry

A proactive approach to carbon-neutralising solutions reaps rewards for businesses, both in terms of investment opportunities and ever-increasing climate change regulations

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Insights 23 December 2020

Buyers can’t afford to underestimate value of expert advice to get best deals

Buying a home without proper advice has always been beset with potential pitfalls, not least the risk of paying the price if you get it wrong

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Insights 14 December 2020

Parents should take advice before opening the Bank of Mum and Dad

Families are right to take advice rather than leaving their children with a hefty tax bill - simply by trying to help them.

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