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Insights 8 December 2015
Although most people do know that pensions are included in matrimonial assets to be divided on divorce, they remain a complex part of divorce law. The...
Insights 24 November 2015
A recent ruling by the Employment Appeals Tribunal in Underwood v Wincanton has shone a light on the broadening definition of “public interest” protec...
Insights 20 November 2015
Separation is never an easy decision or process, but there are ways of keeping it amicable and adult
Insights 18 November 2015
“Silver splitters” may have more to consider on divorce than younger couples. Pensions are a complex element of the assets to be split on divorce, and...
Insights 10 November 2015
The UK Supreme Court recently ruled on the interpretation of a lease that had potentially disastrous implications for the tenants. It was held that, d...
Insights 23 October 2015
The Equality Act 2010 prevents discrimination by a person against another person, however what is the situation when it is a company complaining of di...
Insights 20 October 2015
The recent Supreme Court ruling in the cases of Mrs Gohil and Mrs Sharland is a landmark decision which demonstrates that dishonesty when agreeing a d...
Insights 15 October 2015
Over the last 200 years our lawyers have heard many fascinating stories as they have advised on and resolved a wide range of people’s life issues. He...
Insights 5 October 2015
Yesterday was Grandparents Day in the UK. It would be no surprise if many of those grandparents were helping with grandchild care, though many of thos...
Insights 1 October 2015
Lindsays has been supporting SAMH for several years through staff volunteering, fundraising activities and events. Now, as an independent Scottish la...
Why make a Will Many people assume they don’t need a Will or don’t need one yet. They think they’re not wealthy enough, not old enough, or that their ...
Insights 9 September 2015
The Scottish Government has confirmed in its legislative programme for 2015/16 that it will abolish tribunal fees as an early policy priority but real...
Insights 7 September 2015
There are risks involved with using low-cost, potentially unregulated Will writing services, as the result may not accurately reflect the arrangements...