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Dave BerryOver the past year we have faced many challenges with the majority of staff working from home during the Covid-19 Pandemic. With things starting to open up and offices returning to normal we are delighted … Read more
Alan McCormackThere are increasing questions arising in relation to whether an employer can require its employee to receive the Covid-19 vaccination, or whether there would be any ability to discipline or dismiss them for a refusal … Read more
Alan McCormackThis morning’s ruling from the Supreme Court in the case of Uber v Aslam unanimously rejects Uber’s appeal against earlier decisions that its drivers should be treated as workers and not self-employed contractors. This is … Read more
Alan McCormackOctober 2020 welcomed the judgement of the landmark case of Taylor v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd. This case, while still being a judgement at first instance, provides welcome guidance on who is protected under s7 … Read more
Craig McCannIf you purchased goods or services after 1 October 2015, then your rights are governed by the Consumer Rights Act 2015. The Act covers consumer rights in terms of both goods and services, so can … Read more
Ainsley McCabeOver the course of the last few months the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service has been rolling out and testing its WebEx platform, used to conduct virtual court hearings. The capability is already used in … Read more
Carol HoweWith Christmas fast approaching and us all trying to stay safe and adhere to the latest Covid-19 rules, it is easy to forget some of the more common problems facing us this Christmas. Here is … Read more
Dave BerryA group of around 70 former professional rugby players have recently went public with their intention to pursue personal injury claims against the sport’s governing bodies. Announcing their intention to pursue legal action in The … Read more
Van McKellarOn 31st January 2021, the Law Society of Scotland will bring into effect its Price Transparency Guidance in a bid to promote price transparency between law firms and consumers. It does not apply to firms … Read more
Craig McCannThe Rent Arrears Pre-Action Requirements (Coronavirus) (Scotland) Regulations 2020 came into force on 30 September 2020 and applies to any assured, short assured or private residential tenancy application to the First tier Tribunal for Scotland … Read more
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