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Alan CameronMany people fear that saying ‘sorry’ may be the wrong thing to do, as it may open up possible presumptions of responsibility and potentially put a target on them. However, if they feel they have … Read more
Van McKellarOne of the areas where early legal advice can really pay off is in the area of leases; both commercial and residential. Scots Law still differs from English law in material respects as regards property … Read more
Ainsley McCabeAs the number of vehicles on our roads rises year on year, more and more people are turning to ‘Dash Cam’ technology to assist them should they be unfortunate enough to be involved in an … Read more
Alan McCormackMatthew Taylor, the author of Theresa May’s employment review, has revealed his findings this morning and calls for all work in the UK’s economy to be “fair and decent with realistic scope for development and … Read more
Alan McCormackZero hours contracts are regularly criticised in the press for their negative impact on workers’ rights and wages, but can they be harmful to your health? Yes, according to a recent study by University College … Read more
Dave BerryA recent report confirmed that more than £84 million has been awarded under the Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme (DMPS) set up by the government. The scheme has been set up for individuals who were negligently … Read more
Alan McCormackIt has emerged that hundreds of agency staff hired to work at an outdoor concert would go unpaid due to the cancellation of the concert because of adverse weather. Punk band Green Day were scheduled … Read more
Alan McCormackA father’s legal rights to time off work and statutory pay are showing signs of weakness, as the Trade Union Congress (TUC) review published on 18th June shows that a quarter of fathers in employment … Read more
Alan McCormackA recent report from the Scottish Parliament’s Economy, Jobs and Fair Work Committee has concluded that the Scottish Government could make more progress in closing the gender pay gap and also boost the economy if it made greater use of its devolved powers.
Jennifer RowlinsonAdele sings about broken hearts, and it’s safe to say that a few hearts were broken when the Oscar-winning singer cancelled her two final Wembley tour performances at the weekend due to the strain. However, … Read more
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