Insights 18 August 2014
Does your lease stand its ground?
A recent case reinforces the importance of ensuring that leases are carefully drafted. A landlord was denied his order for recovery of possession bef...
Insights 5 August 2014
Obesity may be considered a ‘disability’ according to the European Court
A preliminary ruling from the European Court of Justice (ECJ) stated that morbid obesity could be defined as a ’disability’ in the case of Kaltoft v T...
Insights 24 July 2014
The rise and rise of social enterprise
Recent research by the Big Lottery Fund Scotland has identified more than 3,500 social enterprises operating in Scotland, with a combined turnover lar...
Insights 2 July 2014
Adjustments for an employee associated with a disabled person
When an employee is not disabled themselves but are associated with a disabled person, should employers still be obligated to make reasonable adjustments?
Insights 1 July 2014
Avoid getting burnt this summer – check the small print
Ensure you read the terms and conditions when booking online flights this summer to avoid being hit with unexpected high charges at check-in.
Insights 17 June 2014
Public education is needed to provide protection from forced marriage
New legislation makes forced marriage a criminal offence, however raising awareness is also key to changing behaviour.
Insights 16 June 2014
Being flexible – will it work?
Employers in Scotland will need to ensure they become familiar with the variety of flexible working options available to staff from the end of June – ...
Insights 13 June 2014
Compensation for innovators
Employers in innovative or research & development sectors should be aware that employees can claim a share of the companys benefit from an invention f...
Insights 3 June 2014
Holiday pay must include commission
When commission or guaranteed overtime is included in normal remuneration, employers should ensure holiday pay calculations factor in relevant variable payments.
