Insights 8 March 2024

Must my executor be younger than me?

This a common (and sensible) question we hear when clients make a Will; you can find out the answer below, as well as other useful considerations for choosing an executor

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Insights 1 March 2024

Can you claim damages for Loss of Society?

In addition to financial and economic loss, it’s sometimes possible to claim damages for the loss of a loved one

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Insights 19 February 2024

A case examining impact of employees’ delayed resignation on unfair dismissal claim

Did an employee undermine his claim for constructive dismissal when he took over three months to resign in response?

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Insights 16 February 2024

Charities: The ethics of accepting money

In today’s financial climate, every offer of funding or sponsorship is welcomed for charities – or is it? It may not be as simple as that

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Insights 14 February 2024

Great moves: how a good estate agent adds value

In some markets, many properties almost ‘sell themselves’; in others, the skills of a good agent come to the fore. How can you spot the good ones?

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Insights 15 January 2024

A case highlighting the potential impact of menopause symptoms within the workplace

Was an employee treated unfavourably by her employer, due to their failure to take account of the impact of her menopause symptoms, when considering her performance?

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Insights 8 December 2023

Employers urged not to fall into false economy trap during pay rise talks

Recruitment may prove more expensive than retention if staff decide to leave after failing to secure wage rise they hoped for

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Insights 27 November 2023

What the employment law changes due in January mean for businesses

In January 2024 the new Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023 come into effect – here’s an employers ‘need to know’ highlights

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Insights 8 November 2023

Charities should face current challenges together

In this difficult economic climate charity trustees are reminded that help and advice are available - your advisers and peers are ready to support you

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Insights 30 October 2023

Avoid making IHT mistakes for those you plan to leave with a positive financial legacy

Thousands more could face Inheritance Tax charges as investigations into peoples’ liability to pay are increasing

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Insights 20 October 2023

New era of Glasgow city centre retail will create opportunities for investment

Louise Norris, Partner in our Commercial Property team believes retailers will be keen for talks as council’s Golden Z plans progress

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Insights 17 October 2023

Charities beware of breaching minimum wage rules

Recent reports of enforcement actions against employers who underpay the National Minimum Wage act as a reminder to charities to avoid breaching rules

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