News 18 February 2021
Scottish landlord ordered to pay wrongful termination order for the first time
The First-tier Tribunal’s first wrongful termination order provides a sharp warning to private residential landlords in Scotland who pursue eviction
Insights 16 February 2021
Derelict land recommendations may be a sign of changing times
Land that has fallen into disuse is increasingly being seen by some policy makers as an opportunity to fuel a ‘green recovery’ or help Scotland meet i...
News 8 January 2021
Court decision confirms disputed service charges were included in lease provisions
Commercial tenants recently failed to persuade the court that service charges had been demanded incorrectly via a deed of conditions rather than the lease provisions
News 5 March 2021
Eilish’s new mindset and strong form help keep her outlook positive
Eilish’s passion for running, dedication to training and desire to keep improving make it easier to deal with the continuing uncertainty around athletics events
Insights 1 March 2021
Can sharing an opinion online be defamatory?
The decision in a recent English case demonstrates the real-world implications of sharing opinions online
Insights 10 March 2021
Defamed online – the pros and cons of seeking vindication in court
Posting negative comments online may not only be risky if found to be defamatory but taking action could still reflect negatively on the business or i...
News 11 March 2021
Social media in the workplace: WhatsApp group chat supports recent harassment claim
An Employment Tribunal decision highlights the importance of having up-to-date policies which address the use of IT systems, instant messaging and soc...
Insights 12 March 2021
The many and varied legal consequences of the pandemic
There is little doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic has, either directly or indirectly, affected the vast majority of the world’s population
News 3 March 2021
Lindsays advises Bruce Stevenson in deal with Goldman Sachs-backed UK firm
Bruce Stevenson, Scotland’s largest insurance broker, has been acquired by Aston Lark as part of a series of acquisitions for the group’s expansion
