What medical evidence of injury is required for a compensation claim?

We know all too well the evidence that will be needed to prove the type of injury that has been sustained in an accident. Read more

Lawscot Foundation scholar’s work experience reflections

Tom Campbell reflects on his time with the firm Read more

Labour’s employment law plans

Alice Bowman looks at some of the key changes of importance to employees that Labour plans to make to employment law Read more

Can I claim compensation for a criminal injury?

Eligible individuals are entitled to compensation for either or both physical and psychiatric injury as a result of a violent act. Read more

Welcome direction from Sheriff Appeal Court on Qualified One-Way Costs Shifting

A recent case concerned a road traffic accident, where the pursuer and defender had different recollections of the circumstances. Read more

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