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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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Alan McCormack

Dads losing out on their Paternity Leave

July 6, 2018July 5, 2017 by Alan McCormack

A 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 McCormack

Closing the Scottish Gender Pay Gap

December 13, 2017July 4, 2017 by Alan McCormack

A 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 Rowlinson

Hello…it’s (on) me: refunds and rock stars

October 2, 2018July 4, 2017 by Jennifer Rowlinson

Adele 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

Alan Macdonald

Improving Clinical Care during Childbirth

December 13, 2017July 3, 2017 by Alan Macdonald

A recent report from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists’ (RCOG) has identified key clinical actions that should be taken to improve the quality of care given during childbirth and prevent future cases of stillbirth, neonatal death and brain injury.

Alan Cameron

The Do’s and Don’ts of Resolving a Dispute

August 15, 2019June 30, 2017 by Alan Cameron

Disputes happen every day and are usually resolved so quickly that we don’t even recognise them in the first place. For example, two people bumping into each other on the street is usually met with … Read more

Dave Berry

Shopper who slipped on ice fails in case against Dundee City Council

December 13, 2017June 29, 2017 by Dave Berry

The recent decision in the case of Alan Cairns against Dundee City Council indicates that the Courts may be reluctant to interfere with the discretion given to local authorities to implement their policies. On Saturday … Read more

Jennifer Rowlinson

Life as a Trainee at Jackson Boyd

February 16, 2023June 28, 2017 by Jennifer Rowlinson

I was offered a traineeship with Jackson Boyd and started on 3rd October 2016. I walked into the office, terrified, with no idea what to expect. The things running through my mind were “will I … Read more

Alan Cameron

Deal or No Deal

December 13, 2017June 27, 2017 by Alan Cameron

In the ever changing business climate we recognise that our clients require peace of mind when entering into contracts with 3rd parties. That is why we at Jackson Boyd Lawyers ensure that we keep up … Read more

Jackson Boyd CSR

FOOORRREEE THOUSAND POUNDS FOR CHARITY!

February 16, 2023June 26, 2017 by Jackson Boyd CSR

For the last 3 years I have been involved in organising a Charity Golf Tournament at Windyhill Golf Club with the help of my dad. Along with many other sponsors, Jackson Boyd have supported the … Read more

Gwenan White

Settlement Agreement makes Green Blue….Again

December 13, 2017June 23, 2017 by Gwenan White

Settlement agreements (formerly compromise agreements) are legally binding contracts between an employer and an employee generally (but not always) signed where the employment relationship has come to an end to prevent legal claims being raised … Read more

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