Insights 5 October 2023

Rectification by the court: a remedy when what you have recorded in writing is not right
Rectification by the court: a remedy when what you have recorded in writing is not right

If your agreement is inaccurately recorded it is possible to apply to the court to alter the document

Read article about Rectification by the court: a remedy when what you have recorded in writing is not right

Insights 26 September 2023

Scottish SMEs should be prepared for potential shareholder splits
Scottish SMEs should be prepared for potential shareholder splits

Greater numbers of Scottish SMEs need to protect themselves against the risks caused by shareholder splits as financial pressures intensify

Read article about Scottish SMEs should be prepared for potential shareholder splits

Insights 25 September 2023

Family and farms can be a difficult mix
Family and farms can be a difficult mix

Divorce is always stressful, but for farming families, it can be even more so, with complex business arrangements coming into the mix

Read article about Family and farms can be a difficult mix

Insights 23 September 2023

Foreign homeowners urged to include property inheritance wishes in a valid Will
Foreign homeowners urged to include property inheritance wishes in a valid Will

Scots with a place in the sun are advised to take steps to ensure the ownership of their foreign home is properly protected

Read article about Foreign homeowners urged to include property inheritance wishes in a valid Will

Insights 22 September 2023

Not-so-easy riders: the rise of the e-scooter
Not-so-easy riders: the rise of the e-scooter

Electric scooters can up to 30 mph and as usage of them increases so we’re seeing more accidents involving them

Read article about Not-so-easy riders: the rise of the e-scooter

Insights 15 September 2023

Solicitor agents make critical differences as Scottish property market evolves
Solicitor agents make critical differences as Scottish property market evolves

House buyers and sellers need the experience and expertise of solicitor estate agents now more than ever as property market dynamics shift

Read article about Solicitor agents make critical differences as Scottish property market evolves

Insights 8 September 2023

Rural businesses can seize tourism opportunities with the right legal checks
Rural businesses can seize tourism opportunities with the right legal checks

Exciting options are emerging for landowners keen to add tourism to their portfolio - a few checks can ensure they are not derailed or delayed

Read article about Rural businesses can seize tourism opportunities with the right legal checks

Insights 1 September 2023

Singh-ing for your supper: The right to legal rights
Singh-ing for your supper: The right to legal rights

The English case of Harbans Kaur v The Estate of Karnail Singh reinforces the value of legal rights in Scotland in protecting certain family members from disinheritance

Read article about Singh-ing for your supper: The right to legal rights

Insights 30 August 2023

The power of a name
The power of a name

Can a change of name or gender affect the legality or benefits of a Will or Power of Attorney?

Read article about The power of a name

Insights 14 August 2023

Everybody needs good neighbours - but not everyone has them
Everybody needs good neighbours - but not everyone has them

When your next-door neighbours (or their pets) haven’t become your good friends, what options are available to you?

Read article about Everybody needs good neighbours - but not everyone has them

Insights 11 August 2023

Can a dismissal be fair despite the decision maker not conducting the disciplinary hearing?
Can a dismissal be fair despite the decision maker not conducting the disciplinary hearing?

Yes, keeping in mind that procedural mistakes from the dismissal process can potentially be rectified at the appeal stage

Read article about Can a dismissal be fair despite the decision maker not conducting the disciplinary hearing?

Insights 8 August 2023

Debunked: five urban myths around family law
Debunked: five urban myths around family law

People chat all the time about friends or family getting together and splitting up, yet misconceptions are rife about their rights and obligations in ...

Read article about Debunked: five urban myths around family law