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From time to time we will post news articles and announcements relating to the firm and to various legal issues that may be of interest to you.
The power of naming and shaming: hitting the right note when it comes to banter in the workplace
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Employment Law
While a ‘term of endearment’ usually suggests affection, such phrases can result in feelings of harassment, discrimination or victimisation amongst employees. According to researchers at GQ Littler, workplace ‘banter’ has played a key part in the 45% increase in Tribunal claims against employers between 2020 and 2021. Claims such as these are made
MSHB Raises £4,282.50 For Maggie’s
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
MSHB News & Announcements
Miller Samuel Hill Brown have presented Maggie’s Glasgow, based in the grounds of the Gartnavel General Hospital, with a cheque for £4,282.50 following the Kiltwalk. The money was raised from the proceeds of the Kiltwalk, which consisted of walking from Clydebank to the Kiltwalk Village in Balloch. The Glasgow event marked the return of the unique
Welcome to our new trainee - Amy Emmerson
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
MSHB News & Announcements
Miller Samuel Hill Brown are delighted to announce the appointment of​ our latest trainee, Amy Emmerson. Amy has started her traineeship in the firm’s Commercial Property Department after obtaining her LLB at the University of Glasgow.  Amy kindly took the time out of her busy schedule to talk to us about&nbs
Oh my DOG… who gets the pet when couples split?
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Family Law Blog
Last week the Sheriff Appeal Court published an interesting judgment concerning a four legged Martha….dog! The action concerned a former co-habiting couple and their dog Martha. When parties separated a dispute arose about who should have possession of her. The dog remained with the respondent after separation and the appellant sought an order for
New Builds: the pros and cons of buying a new build property in today’s market
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Residential Property
Some like shiny new homes. Some don’t. While everyone’s taste differs, demand for properties is so high at present that many potential buyers cannot afford to be overly picky and perhaps require to use their heads more than their hearts. If we leave all predilections at the door, what are the pros and cons of buying a new build property in today’s
Changing retail habits: the end of an era for traditional shopping
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Commercial Property
The impact of COVID-19 has undoubtedly accelerated a shift in consumer behaviour towards online shopping. This increase has resulted in an unprecedented time for traditional shopping centres like Buchanan Galleries and the St Enoch Centre, with many shoppers now opting to do the majority of their shopping from the convenience of their own home. The
The four day working week
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Employment Law
From June 2022, for a trial period of six months, 60 companies across the UK are set to trial the four day working week. With more than 3000 workers taking part, covering a diverse workforce, this pilot scheme is believed to be the largest in the world. This pilot scheme is aimed at improving working conditions through studying the employment patte
MSHB Take On Scotland’s Legendary Kiltwalk Again
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
MSHB News & Announcements
Miller Samuel Hill Brown completed the Glasgow Kiltwalk for Maggie’s alongside their pooches on Sunday 24th April.  The Glasgow event marked the return of the unique fundraising event that allows charities to receive every single penny plus a 50% top up thanks to the generosity of Sir Tom Hunter and The Hunter Foundation. With the weather (sur
Tighter Rules for Pet Trade
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Licensing
April’s #NationalPetMonth celebrates our much loved companions and raises awareness of responsible ownership across the UK. Many of us at MSHB have a furry friend at home (sometimes they even pop into the office!) so this is a cause close to our hearts. New regulations around various activities involving animals – including adoption, rescue and pur
Once bitten, twice shy
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Litigation
Majid v Gaffney [2019] UT 59 In October 2019 the housing division of the Upper Tribunal for Scotland in the case of Majid v Gaffney ruled that the eviction ground being relied upon by a landlord when serving a Notice to Leave had to apply at the time of service of the Notice to leave.  The eviction ground relied upon in that case was Ground 12
Start the new tax year with better debt recovery processes
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Litigation
The new tax year began on 6th April 2022, and while you may not have made any ‘new year, new you’ promises, perhaps it could be time to sort out your business finances. It can be easy to let things slip - a late invoice, a missed payment and even an unpaying customer or client. However, when all of these add up, it can have a catastrophic effect on
Queen’s Jubilee: General Extension to Licensed Hours
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Licensing
On Thursday 2nd and Friday 3rd of June the UK will enjoy a four-day bank holiday weekend to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Being the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, major national celebrations are likely to be held across the country over the four-day holiday period. For licensed premises looking to take advantage of