Dave BerryThe novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has catapulted the world into uncharted waters. Each of us in the UK, from individuals to businesses, is continuing to try our best and adjust to the new circumstances in which … Read more
Jennifer RowlinsonThe Court of Session has ruled that a primary school teacher can proceed with a personal injury claim against West Lothian Council, her former employer, despite the Council’s arguing that she was personally barred from … Read more
Dave BerryIn Hamilton v. Lanarkshire Health Board [2020] CSOH 24, quantum had been agreed between parties at £195,000. Liability and causation remained in dispute. Mr Hamilton swallowed a dental plate whilst playing with his grandchild during … Read more
Gwenan WhiteWhilst the majority of cases do settle, some will still require to be heard in court. It is necessary to consider just what “going to court” will involve for one of our clients in the … Read more
Ainsley McCabeWhen you think about Lawyers and Judges appearing in Court, it conjures up images of Harry Potter-like black gowns and extremely curly white wigs. This ‘uniform’ could soon be a thing of the past, with … Read more
Carly WalkerThe Civil Litigation (Expenses Group) Proceedings (Scotland) Bill was introduced into the Scottish Parliament on 1 June 2017 and received Royal Assent on 5 June 2018. The Scottish Government has started to implement this Act … Read more
Jennifer RowlinsonOn 1 September 2017, I joined Jackson Boyd as a trainee solicitor. At Jackson Boyd, trainees rotate every 6 months around our different departments. Our departments include: Dispute Resolution Personal Injury Road Traffic team Personal … Read more
Joe McNeilageBefore claims are litigated they are dealt with under the compulsory pre-action protocol (CPAP). The compulsory pre-action protocol was introduced by the Act of Sederunt (Sheriff Court Rules Amendment) (Personal Injury Pre-Action Protocol) 2016. Before … Read more
Dave BerryThe Scottish Government have put forward proposals to require non-healthcare professionals to require a licence to undertake cosmetic procedures. Currently procedures such as lip enhancements and dermal fillers are available at local hairdressers and pharmacies. … Read more
Dave BerryWe recently reported on the Scottish Government’s consultation on a proposed financial redress scheme for survivors of historical child abuse. This consultation ended on 25 November 2019. The current proposal suggested that the scheme would … Read more
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