Insights 30 August 2023

The power of a name

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

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News 22 August 2023

Can an employee be blissfully unaware yet suffer discrimination by way of harassment?

When a person is unaware of potential harassment they cannot claim later that the conduct was discriminating

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Insights 14 August 2023

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?

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Insights 11 August 2023

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

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Insights 8 August 2023

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 ...

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Insights 4 August 2023

New lending powers ‘a potential game-changer for farmers’

New rules means value in the likes of machinery, livestock and tenancy values could be used to secure finance for the first time in Scotland

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News 1 August 2023

Running in the right direction - Eilish hopes to race in Budapest

Eilish’s selection to compete at the World Championships at her highest ever ranking of 6th may be motivation to reach her ideal fitness levels, but she won’t rush into racing

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Insights 28 July 2023

Overseas property entities must register ownership to avoid penalties

Property and landowners warned that sizable penalties could quickly rack up for breaches linked to Register of Overseas Entities as new powers come into force

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Insights 26 July 2023

Can an employer pay holiday on termination at a lower rate than entitlements?

In this recent case the EAT offers an explanation for calculating absence and holiday pay which should help remove some of the complexity involved in certain situations

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News 19 July 2023

Buying your ‘DreamHouse’? Why a Will should be at the top of your to-do list

If you are about to take the plunge into the Real World like Barbie and Ken and purchasing your DreamHouse together, be aware of some the misconceptions around cohabitees

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News 7 July 2023