Insights 7 September 2016
In the recent action against London estate agents, Foxtons, the receipt of commission from contractors without fully obtained consent is described as ...
Insights 24 August 2016
An employment tribunal recently found that it was fair to dismiss an employee who breached the employer’s hygiene rules by failing to wash his hands
Insights 19 August 2016
It’s the nightmare scenario – but it is important to consider who should stand in your shoes to care for your children should something happen to you and your partner
Insights 18 August 2016
Separating from a spouse can be extremely difficult and, for some, divorce is not something that they want to consider. Often, however, separated spou...
Insights 28 July 2016
Our family law team look at the most common misconceptions that exist regarding family law in Scotland, and explain the reality of each situation
Insights 25 July 2016
In today’s Scotsman (25/07/16), we examine how farming and families can be a challenging combination if the business structures don’t cater for the up...
Insights 21 July 2016
New rules regarding the employment of illegal workers have come in to force which place increased penalties on employers that breach their duties
Insights 7 July 2016
Many businesses don’t survive the transition from first to second generation. In this article our Chairman, Peter Tweedie offers some advice on succession planning
Insights 22 June 2016
Whether your dispute is commercial, matrimonial or financial, mediation offers better tools for solving it than litigation
Insights 17 June 2016
Disputes often arise when a landlord wishes to recover possession of a tenanted property, however there are ways to minimise the potential issues by c...
Insights 2 June 2016
There is no ‘right time’ to consider putting a Power of Attorney in place, but it is important to have such a document prepared
Insights 25 May 2016
In this difficult economic climate charity trustees should remember that help and advice are available.
