Van McKellarWalk this Way?
In any property dispute, our starting point is the parties’ title deeds. Why? Because that should establish exactly the parties’ properties – exactly the extent of the land owned by each. The titles in turn … Read more
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Laura MacdonaldMore than Just a Little Mix up
Sally Reynolds bought six tickets to go and see a Little Mix concert. Sally is deaf and booked for herself and two deaf friends to go with their daughters who are able to hear. In … Read more
Dave BerryThe Dog Days are over?
It is vital for pet owners and the public alike to be aware of the extent to which dog owners may well be liable for injury and harm caused to others by their pets. Section … Read more
Alan CameronA guide to alternative dispute resolution
There is often some debate between litigators as to whether ADR is just another acronym or whether it can be a useful tool to resolve disputes more quickly and more cost effectively, without the need … Read more
Laura MacdonaldTreatment of Termination Payments
Termination payments are made, usually under a settlement agreement, by an employer to a departing employee. The tax position on termination payments depends on various factors such as the background circumstances to the termination of … Read more
Pamela BradshawAccidents in winter weather – it’s snow joke
The recent weather is not uncommon in the winter months in Scotland. Unfortunately, snow, ice wind and rain often raises the risk of accidents for drivers and pedestrians alike. It is often the case that … Read more
Ainsley McCabeUnlawful Court Fees in Scotland?
The Scottish Government is currently consulting on proposals to increase court fees over the next three years. An increases of 2.3 per cent is planned for April, followed by further two per cent rises in … Read more
Laura MacdonaldUber-EU Decision
In a landmark judgment, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that Uber provides “a service in the field of transport”, rather than a simple “information society service” (or app as the company contended). … Read more
Alan CameronThe Property Boundaries (Resolution of Disputes) Bill
A Bill has been proposed in England and Wales which could see the end of boundary disputes reaching the court. The Property Boundaries (Resolution of Disputes) Bill is due for its second reading in the … Read more
Laura Macdonald2018 Employment Law changes
As we enter 2018 the Employment Team at Jackson Boyd are keeping a close eye on the changes to be implemented in the coming year. The scheduled changes affect both employers and employees and some … Read more
