Knowledge

As green burials become increasingly popular in Scotland as an eco-friendly alternative, addressing practical considerations is essential to minimise potential disputes.

Falling trees are the basis for an intriguing philosophical question, and also for more practical ones.

Legal disputes do not need to be as scary as they seem. With the right approach, clear advice and an effective dispute resolution strategy, they can often be resolved quickly and effectively.

In the Rogano restaurant case, the UK Supreme Court, sitting in Glasgow for the first time, clarified the law surrounding transferred loss where there can be a ‘legal black hole’ for recovery of loss.

It is increasingly common for employees to request flexible working. The Employment Rights Act may make it harder for employers to refuse.

From January 2027, the Employment Rights Act will significantly restrict employers’ ability to ‘fire and rehire’.

Ofgem has published its newest consultation, ‘Transforming the Connections Experience’, which addresses four key concerns from stakeholders.

A recent decision in HB Limited & Ors v Sto Limited & Ors has provided new guidance on the developing law under sections 130 and 149 of the Building Safety Act 2022, and contribution claims under the Civil Liability (Contribution) Act 1978.

Can floating offshore wind developers overcome the challenges required to move beyond innovation and focus on delivery?

The Commercial Payments Bill includes a ban on financial retentions in construction contracts. This is a significant change that could have serious implications, both in that sector and in commercial property.

Litigation is one way to resolve disputes around wills, but it’s not the only way.

Some key questions to ask yourself before embarking on your philanthropic career.

Some tax changes already in place, others coming into force in April, and uncertainty around what’s next… succession planning is no longer optional in the rural sector.

There are five main ways to challenge a will in Scotland, of which three are more commonly used.

Disputes around wills and estates have increased dramatically in recent years. That trend looks set to continue.

It is likely that Scotland’s Energy Performance Certification (EPC) regime will change significantly on 30 April 2028.

This article summarises what is required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authentication to golf in the UK.

An update on the financing of the riskier end of the UK’s clean energy transition.

What are the next steps to consider if you’ve been unsuccessful in Contracts for difference (CfD) Allocation Round 8 (AR8)?

Transmission Network Use of System charges currently put the UK’s ability to deliver Net Zero at risk. What needs to change?

A recent court case provided crucial guidance on the form needed for on-demand bond claims.

The TCC clarifies design derogations and adjudicator powers in Mace v Baltic

The TCC ruled that pre-construction services agreement liabilities for prior liabilities can survive the execution of a subsequent main contract.

One of Scotland’s oldest rural traditions has a big part to play in the country’s clean energy future.