Insights 4 April 2016

Business, marriage and the perils of unintended consequences

If you have a family firm, your business and matrimonial arrangements may be more entwined than you think. Some business decisions may need to be checked by a family lawyer

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News 1 April 2016

Is your business ready for the new National Living Wage?

As of today (1 April 2016) the mandatory National Living Wage takes effect in the UK. It is set at £7.20 an hour for workers aged 25 and above, 50p hi...

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Insights 29 March 2016

Guardianships – for who, when and how?

In 2015 there were over 9,300 welfare guardians in Scotland and the number of applications is increasing every year. What does guardianship mean and when are they needed?

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News 25 March 2016

Delighted with double success at legal awards

The prestigious awards presentation to the winners of the Scott & Co Scottish Legal Awards brought success for our unique community volunteering initi...

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News 22 March 2016

What’s the advice for employers following the latest EAT decision on holiday pay?

The EAT in British Gas v Lock [2015] has confirmed that commission payments must be included when calculating holiday pay, with no amendment required ...

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Insights 21 March 2016

Dealing with digital profiles after death

Digital profiles and the issues of how to deal with them after death can be a difficult prospect for family members and loved ones. They will often h...

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Insights 18 March 2016

How do you split a field four ways?

Under proposed new Scottish succession laws, it may no longer be possible to pass on a farm or estate intact. What can farmers or landowners do?

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Insights 16 March 2016

New guidance on avoiding unlawful discrimination in adverts

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued guidance on avoiding discrimination under the Equality Act 2010 in job adverts.

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Insights 15 March 2016

The end of a marriage does not mean an end to being parents

Parenting apart - Separating parents who have the best outcomes for their children are those who can resolve differences without falling out, who focu...

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Insights 11 March 2016

Restructuring could be the route to survival for charities

As the public sector in Scotland grapples with financial pressures, the third sector must face the prospect of reduced funding and budgets. To maintai...

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Insights 8 March 2016

Wills are for everyone

Contrary to what many people think, making a Will is important and everyone should consider making one to ensure their wishes are carried out when the...

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News 7 March 2016

Eilish shares her delight to be racing again and is fired up for the challenge ahead

After a long absence from the racing scene, Eilish is excited to have competed in her first race in over 18 months and she her speeds increase, so doe...

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