Insights 11 July 2025

Food for thought - the pitfalls of improvised Wills for families and charities
Food for thought - the pitfalls of improvised Wills for families and charities

In the latest issue of Lindsays Life, Partners Helen Kidd and Lynsey Kerr highlight the pitfalls of an improvised Will and the consequences for families and charities

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Insights 10 July 2025

Contractual flexibility clause defeats lorry driver’s claim for additional pay
Contractual flexibility clause defeats lorry driver’s claim for additional pay

Christine Jamieson explores a case underscoring the need for clear contracts and the limits of implied pay obligations

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Insights 24 June 2025

Adults with Incapacity, guardianships and the importance of PoAs
Adults with Incapacity, guardianships and the importance of PoAs

The legislation protecting adults who no longer have mental capacity is under review – however, early planning can prevent issues arising

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Insights 23 June 2025

AI is already in your workplace – it’s time to take control
AI is already in your workplace – it’s time to take control

Kate Wyatt looks at why employers must move faster to manage the use of generative AI in the workplace – before the risks outweigh the rewards

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Insights 18 June 2025

Flat fees and part-time workers: Clarification from the Court of Appeal
Flat fees and part-time workers: Clarification from the Court of Appeal

Kate Wyatt reviews a recent Court of Appeal decision clarifying whether flat fees imposed equally on full and part-time workers can amount to unlawful discrimination

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Insights 17 June 2025

What can you do if a Will has been mislaid?
What can you do if a Will has been mislaid?

In the latest issue of Lindsays Life we offer some advice on what to do if you lose your Will and how to prevent it happening in the first place

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Insights 16 June 2025

Can parties conclude a contract via WhatsApp messages?
Can parties conclude a contract via WhatsApp messages?

Michael Kitson examines how WhatsApp messages can create binding contracts and offers key lessons for the construction industry on payment terms and notices

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Insights 12 June 2025

New law set to unlock cross-border investment for Scottish businesses
New law set to unlock cross-border investment for Scottish businesses

Partner Gavin Buchan explains how a new law modernising Scotland’s lending rules is expected to boost cross-border investment and expand financing options for businesses

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Insights 11 June 2025

Business and relationships - stay alert for red flags
Business and relationships - stay alert for red flags

Stay alert for red flags when mixing business and family - Alison McKee explains in the latest issue of Lindsays Life

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Insights 9 June 2025

Volunteers, the law and what it's wise for charities to consider
Volunteers, the law and what it's wise for charities to consider

Volunteers may lack legal rights, but clear support and fair treatment remain essential - for their sake and the charity’s, as Carla Codona explains

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Insights 3 June 2025

Clear road ahead: Employee ownership is a good route for many businesses
Clear road ahead: Employee ownership is a good route for many businesses

A growing number of business owners think employee ownership is the best direction of travel. Nick Howie explains more in the latest issue of Lindsays Life

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Insights 29 May 2025

Prepare for Budget aftershocks - IHT changes affecting younger families and couples
Prepare for Budget aftershocks - IHT changes affecting younger families and couples

Pension changes announced in the 2024 UK Budget could affect younger families more than they expect. Doran Mitchell explains more in the latest issue of Lindsays Life

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