Learn about legal developments or regulatory changes that could affect you, your family or your business
Insights 25 October 2016
Deciding whether to report a ‘notifiable event’ to OSCR may not be straightforward, warns Alastair Keatinge and charities are advised to play it safe
Insights 21 October 2016
The lead-up to retirement is a good time to put your paperwork in order. Even if you’re not at this stage of life, it’s never too early or late to pro...
Insights 14 October 2016
Many people assume that Powers of Attorney (PoAs) are relevant only for people’s personal affairs. In fact, they are important to small business owner...
Insights 13 October 2016
A rapidly increasing number of people are renting out their property on websites such as Airbnb but home owners and their tenants should be aware of t...
Insights 7 October 2016
When parents separate, an outcome in the best interests of the children is the paramount consideration if the case comes to the family courts. However...
Insights 22 September 2016
Final details of the new reporting regulations for gender pay are expected imminently. Employers should check whether they are affected, and what they need to do
Insights 16 September 2016
An Ayrshire letting agent has become the first in Scotland to be fined for failing to secure deposits in an authorised Tenancy Deposit Scheme
Insights 8 September 2016
Recent instances of a serial applicant involving charities has highlighted the perils of staff recruitment and discrimination claims
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...