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Renewable energy is a booming sector, and one that provides legal work across many standard practice specialisms. We look at its potential

Several recent civil cases have considered whether particular rules or statutory provisions have been complied with, or the effect of failure

The different types of company director - de facto, de jure, and shadow - and when someone might be considered a de facto director

The issues in the latest Scottish trade mark case, Schuh Ltd v Shhh... Ltd, and the court's approach

An autocratic management style is not a defence to an unfair dismissal claim, even at a football club

An invitation to join this year's in-house lawyers' big event, on risk and compliance

A call from an ARTL supporter for Registers of Scotland to improve its efficiency, and a response from RoS

A preview of the new online system for the acceptance of NHBC Buildmark warranty cover, planned to launch in April 2012

Why information security is important, and what we can do about it: risk management issues

Points to note in the new accounts and accounts certificate rules, in force from 1 November 2011

The former Guarantee Fund contribution has been split into a Guarantee Fund subscription and a separate accounts fee

Recent work of the Society's Law Reform Department, including UK Bill of Rights; Scotland Bill; IP law; equality; bankruptcy; consumer credit

Profile of the Society's new non-lawyer Council members

Some important points for practitioners, compiled by the Society's Conveyancing Committee

Advice column: how should I tackle bullying by a female line manager who does not treat my male colleagues the same way?

Society's latest accredited specialism

Is the Hargreaves report sufficient to serve, as intended, as the blueprint to change the UK IP framework to further promote entrepreneurialism, economic growth and social and commercial innovation?

President's message: issues we have to deal with are put in perspective by events in Norway

Clarity and consistency are needed over liability for costs of repossession proceedings in the wake of RBS v Wilson

Is the press effectively regulated at present, and what needs to change? Lawyer and non-lawyer media commentators offer their views

From the September issue, the Journal and Journal Online will have a new design and will work harder together as a package for readers

Registers of Scotland's exhibition "Foundation Glasgow" has found a permanent home in the city, where it is now on display

Significant changes designed to reduce delays in payment under construction contracts will shortly come into force

Investment advisers beware - recent American legislation has potential global reach and could seriously damage your clients' wealth