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The proposed devolution of employment tribunals could bring with it changes that impact adversely on the administration of justice in employment cases

Kennedy v Cordia (Services) has provided important guidance on the law relating to workplace accidents since the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013 – and on the role of expert witnesses

In association with Core Solutions: “The End Game” concludes an account of a day in the life of a mediator, begun in the Journal and serialised online by Core Solutions

Taking a ride with Uber? It’s not clear who may be liable in the event of a personal injury claim, but upcoming developments in employment law could provide a pointer

Latest civil cases, including expert evidence; personal injuries actions; citation; amendment; extract convictions; family actions; expenses

Agriculture briefing: stage 2 amendments to the agricultural holdings provisions of the Land Reform (Scotland) Bill have settled some important policy issues

IP briefing: two recent English High Court cases highlight the difficulties involved in obtaining registered trade marks for 3D shapes

Corporate briefing: details are now available of how the new requirement to keep a register of persons with significant influence or control of a company or LLP is intended to operate

Sport briefing: new rules are being proposed at international level for participation of those who have undergone gender change, but how they will apply domestically raises difficult questions

Reports of cases relating to Karen Stedward Paterson; Daniel O'Neill

From biochemistry degree to GC at a global insurance concern, this month’s in-house interview charts the course of someone who thrived in the in-house environment from the outset

Recent developments in the EU, including data reform; "Solvit" claim resolution service

Recent work of the Law Reform department, including court and tribunal fees; Scotland Bill; employment tribunals; Lobbying Bill; investigatory powers; whistleblowing officer; medical confidentiality

The Word of Gold: however brilliant the work, there is little honour in being without profit

From the Brussels office: how does the outcome of the Prime Minister’s negotiations on EU membership affect rights to benefits of EU migrants?

Risk management systems and procedures which might be adopted to minimise the risk of a payment made through direct funds transfer ending up in a fraudster’s bank account

Advice column: a colleague is jealous of my pay rise

Legal pioneers: interview with Andrew MacGregor, who tells of the path that has led to him becoming a leading human rights official with the United Nations

Now that most solicitors have their Law Society of Scotland smartcard, how can it be put to practical use? This article encourages you to get into the practice of secure digital signatures

Paralegal pointers: details of this year’s annual conference are now available, and places are selling fast

A trainee solicitor explores how trainees should cultivate their leadership potential from the outset, learning from others and looking for opportunities to develop their skills

While much attention has focused on the new criminal law concerning bribery in the corporate sphere, civil law implications should not be overlooked, as a recent Outer House decision illustrates

How the technology behind Bitcoin could be used to digitise transactions such as commercial contracts

How can parent companies and directors of subsidiaries avoid being held in breach of duty through improper influence? This article considers the implications of a recent decision