Mixed ownership of personal data – who can exercise rights?
In a significant ruling for data controllers, the Sheriff Appeal Court has clarified how data protection rights apply where personal data relates to more than one individual.
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When can lenders deduct for use? A key Scottish decision explained
We look at what counts as fair "use" when a customer rejects a car and consider key takeaways from a recent decision.
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The importance of caveats as a precautionary measure
This article considers a recent decision in a Court of Session case about caveats.
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Time-bar battles: What Pipeline v Coretrax teaches about prescription
We take a look at prescription and a recent decision on whether a claim had been raised timeously.
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Judgment issued: Biffa Waste Services v Scottish Ministers
The first substantive UK Internal Market Act ruling is examined in this article.
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Sheriff Appeal Court clarifies the limits of reponing notes
A decision at the start of the year serves as a reminder that reponing is an exceptional remedy.
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The need for balance in opt-out group proceedings
Recent developments in Scottish group proceedings signal potential reform, with opt-out class actions and funding rules now firmly in the spotlight.
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Current and future trends in litigation in Scotland
We take a look at what happened in litigation in Scotland in 2025, key trends and what the future holds.
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Occupiers' Liability – The Issue of Access
An overview of occupier's liability, explaining when someone responsible for a property may be liable for injuries caused by dangers on the premises.
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Tender Delays in Clinical Negligence Claims
The Court of Session holds an eight-month delay in accepting a tender was unreasonable.
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