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Jackson Boyd’s Edinburgh and Glasgow offices are always busy and at any one time there are many newsworthy things going on. Check in here to find out what we are up to and who we have helped, along with the latest insight and industry news.

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Ledia Doci

Ensuring A Safe Working Environment At Christmas

December 5, 2024 by Ledia Doci

Overview Hot off the press, it is reported that the BBC has pulled its MasterChef Christmas specials in light of various allegations of inappropriate conduct against presenter, Gregg Wallace. This recent development serves as an … Read more

Rebecca Asghar

Don’t let Tiktok drive you off the road – keep your eyes on the wheel, not on the reel!

December 5, 2024 by Rebecca Asghar

In our fast-paced, social media obsessed world, it is tempting to scroll through TikTok or send a quick text while driving. However, what seems like seconds looking down on your phone can have serious consequences … Read more

Carly Walker

Preparing for Driving in Winter Conditions

November 28, 2024 by Carly Walker

As we approach the winter months, as well as preparing for Christmas, we also need to prepare our vehicles for the change in weather conditions. Snow, ice and/or sleet can make the roads dangerous. Stopping … Read more

Craig McCann

Lornshill Academy’s Parental Careers Event

November 28, 2024November 25, 2024 by Craig McCann

Recently, we had the pleasure of being invited to Lornshill Academy’s Parental Careers Event on 13 November 2024. The aim of the event was for us to engage with young people about pathways into the … Read more

Adele Muir

Labour’s New Employment Rights Bill

October 29, 2024 by Adele Muir

On the 10th of October, the Labour Party introduced its highly anticipated Employment Rights Bill to Parliament, achieving its goal of introducing the bill within 100 days of assuming office. This comprehensive bill outlines 28 … Read more

Alan Macdonald

The Herald Law Awards of Scotland 2024 – Finalist

October 24, 2024 by Alan Macdonald

We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted as finalists at the 20th Anniversary Herald Law Awards of Scotland 2024 , in the Litigation Team of the Year (Sponsored by Stirling Park) and … Read more

Angela Wilson

From budding apprentice to trainee lawyer: My Journey

October 24, 2024 by Angela Wilson

As a school-leaver with pressure to continue onto higher studies, I began a degree in International Business with Modern Languages. However, after years of studying I decided this was not for me and thought I’d … Read more

Faisal Shafaq

Have You Heard You Can Buy an Old Glasgow Subway Carriage?

November 14, 2024October 10, 2024 by Faisal Shafaq

Your Rights as a Consumer in Scotland Consumer rights in Scotland are part of the broader UK legal framework. The rights are enshrined in various laws and regulations, most notably the Consumer Rights Act 2015. … Read more

Recruitment

Job Vacancy – Trainee Solicitor (immediate start)

September 6, 2024September 5, 2024 by Recruitment

Description of Role: We are currently looking for trainee solicitors to join our personal injury team with immediate effect. We are seeking team players with strong communication skills, a high level of empathy and good … Read more

Michael Callaghan

Attending as a Witness at a Sheriff Court Civil Proof

August 23, 2024August 22, 2024 by Michael Callaghan

If you could choose, how would spend your day? At the beach – with sun, sea and sand? Or in front of the box – bingeing out on Bridgerton? Maybe you’d think bigger – a … Read more

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