What is Commercial Litigation? Solicitor Scotland

What is Commercial Litigation? Solicitor Scotland

Commercial litigation refers to the legal process of resolving disputes that arise from business dealings. This could involve anything from disagreements over contracts, shareholder issues, intellectual property rights, or even large-scale fraud. Essentially, it covers all types of disputes that could arise between businesses or between a business and an individual. Examples of Commercial Litigation:…

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What happens to shares upon the death of a Shareholder

Updated 16/04/2024 Questions about what should happen to the assets of a shareholder after death and how they should be distributed to beneficiaries. Here, we will detail four helpful actions to take into account when transferring the shares of a deceased shareholder who has passed away, with business owners and executors in mind. Step 1:…

Legal Advice for Landlords Scotland Solicitor – Tenant Dispute

Legal Advice for Landlords Scotland Solicitor – Tenant Dispute

Every day, a variety of tenancy advice is provided by our knowledgeable professionals, who together possess unparalleled knowledge and technical skill in Scottish Tenancy Law. From establishing a rental agreement to ending one, we offer a full range of legal services related to tenancy management in Scotland. Throughout Scotland, we represent local governments, private landlords,…

What are the legal rights for children’s inheritance rights in Scotland

What are the legal rights for children’s inheritance rights in Scotland

Children in Scotland cannot be disinherited by their parents. Children of the deceased have always had a basic level of protection from the law, for moral and social reasons. This means that even if a child is not named as a beneficiary in a parent’s will, they still have a right to the estate, which…

Understanding the legal implications of IVF and fertility treatments in Scotland

Understanding the legal implications of IVF and fertility treatments in Scotland

For heterosexual couples in the UK, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) estimates that one in seven are affected by infertility. NICE released updated guidelines on the eligibility requirements for patients seeking fertility therapy on February 20, 2013. The recommendations mentioned same-sex couples for the first time, which is thought to represent…

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Secure Your Future with Wills and POA Services

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Secure Your Future with Wills and POA Services

September marks Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in the UK, a time dedicated to raising awareness about this life-changing condition. For many, this month serves as a reminder to plan for the future—ensuring your wishes are respected should you become unable to communicate them due to illness. This year, we’re proud to support the Alzheimer’s Society and…

Labour’s new deal what employers and employees need to know about upcoming employment law changes

Labour’s new deal what employers and employees need to know about upcoming employment law changes

labour has pledged the ‘biggest upgrade to rights at work for a generation’. At the King’s Speech, it was announced there would be an Employment Rights Bill, which would deliver on Labour’s Plan To Make Work Pay: Delivering a New Deal for Working People. The key ambition is to propose a substantial shift in employee…

Understanding Executries: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating the Legal Process of Winding Up An Estate

Understanding Executries: A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating the Legal Process of Winding Up An Estate

Handling an executry can be a daunting task. This guide breaks down the entire process, offering clear explanations and practical advice to help you manage the responsibility of being an executor with confidence and ease. Understanding the Executry Process Dealing with an executry, especially during a time of loss, can be overwhelming. Executors have significant…

Understanding Dissolution and Divorce what are my alternatives in Scotland

Understanding Dissolution and Divorce what are my alternatives in Scotland

Breaking up with someone is a big life decision that can be emotionally and legally challenging. Navigating this difficult period more easily can be achieved by being aware of the various methods. Grounds for Divorce In Scotland, a divorce may be obtained for the following particular reasons: Simplified Process for Divorce As the name implies,…

How to Deal with anti-social Behaviour Tenants – Solicitor Scotland

How to Deal with anti-social Behaviour Tenants – Solicitor Scotland

Landlords will frequently encounter tenants who engage in anti-social behaviour (ASB). If internal policies have been exhausted and the tenant’s conduct has stayed the same, this article presents a variety of strategies for addressing ASB.   Anti-Social Behaviour Orders (ASBO) – Scotland An Anti-Social Behaviour Order (ASBO) is a preventative measure that can be implemented…