Scotland Case Commentaries

Crown Vicarious Liability in Judicial Misconduct: A Comprehensive Analysis of X v Y and Others ([2023] ScotCS CSOH_17)

Date: Mar 3, 2023

Crown Vicarious Liability in Judicial Misconduct: A Comprehensive Analysis of X v Y and Others ([2023] ScotCS CSOH_17) Introduction The case X v Y and Others ([2023] ScotCS CSOH_17) adjudicated by...

Sunbeam Fishing Ltd v Secretary of State: Proportionality in Environmental Restrictions on Commercial Fishing

Date: Mar 1, 2023

Sunbeam Fishing Ltd v Secretary of State: Proportionality in Environmental Restrictions on Commercial Fishing Introduction The case of Sunbeam Fishing Limited v Secretary of State for Environment,...

Establishing the Bounds of Procedural Impropriety in Legal Complaint Commissions: The Lopez de la Torre Appeal

Date: Feb 24, 2023

Establishing the Bounds of Procedural Impropriety in Legal Complaint Commissions: The Lopez de la Torre Appeal Introduction The case of Federico Garcia Lopez de la Torre v. Scottish Legal Complaints...

Impact of Social Media Publicity on Fair Trial: McGarry v HMA [2023] HCJAC 8

Date: Feb 24, 2023

Impact of Social Media Publicity on Fair Trial: McGarry v HMA [2023] HCJAC 8 Introduction The case of Natalie McGarry (also known as Meikle) versus Her Majesty's Advocate (HMA), adjudicated by the...

Reaffirmation of Jury Instruction Standards on Prior Statements in Scottish Law: Commentary on [2023] HCJAC 6

Date: Feb 22, 2023

Reaffirmation of Jury Instruction Standards on Prior Statements in Scottish Law: Commentary on [2023] HCJAC 6 Introduction The case of Christopher Hughes vs. HMA ([2023] HCJAC 6) presents a critical...

Housing Development Cannot Override ENV5 Designation under Policy EP5: Analysis of [2023] CSIH 11

Date: Feb 22, 2023

Housing Development Cannot Override ENV5 Designation under Policy EP5: Analysis of [2023] CSIH 11 Introduction The appellate case, Robert Bruce against Moray Council ([2023] CSIH 11), adjudicated by...

Discretion and Limited Judicial Review of Reporters in Joint Remit Procedures: Hill v Apelona HSG Ltd [2023] ScotCS CSOH_15

Date: Feb 22, 2023

Discretion and Limited Judicial Review of Reporters in Joint Remit Procedures: Hill v Apelona HSG Ltd [2023] ScotCS CSOH_15 Introduction The case of William Dale Hill and Rowanmoor Trustees Limited...

Enforcing Settlement Agreements in Liquidation: Analysis of Colonnade Properties Ltd v Beechmount Ltd (In Liquidation) [2023] ScotCS CSIH_10

Date: Feb 18, 2023

Enforcing Settlement Agreements in Liquidation: Analysis of Colonnade Properties Ltd v Beechmount Ltd (In Liquidation) [2023] ScotCS CSIH_10 Introduction The case of Colonnade Properties Ltd and...

Binding Effect of Adjudicator Decisions and Final Account Statements in Construction Contracts

Date: Feb 17, 2023

Binding Effect of Adjudicator Decisions and Final Account Statements in Construction Contracts: Atalian Servest AMK Ltd v B W (Electrical Contractors) Ltd [2023] CSOH 14 Introduction The case of...

Wrongful Interdict and Prescription: Insights from Martin McGowan v Springfield Properties PLC [2023] CSOH 12

Date: Feb 15, 2023

Wrongful Interdict and Prescription: Insights from Martin McGowan v Springfield Properties PLC [2023] CSOH 12 Introduction The case of Martin McGowan against Springfield Properties PLC ([2023] CSOH...

Establishing the Boundaries of Vicarious Liability in Sexual Abuse Cases: Insights from C&S Against Norman Shaw and Live Active Leisure Ltd ([2023] CSOH 11)

Date: Feb 15, 2023

Establishing the Boundaries of Vicarious Liability in Sexual Abuse Cases: Insights from C&S Against Norman Shaw and Live Active Leisure Ltd ([2023] CSOH 11) Introduction The case of C&S Against...

Reaffirming the Standards for Genuine Visitor Applications: Commentary on PETITION OF MOHAMMED CAMARA FOR JUDICIAL REVIEW [2023] ScotCS CSOH_13

Date: Feb 15, 2023

Reaffirming the Standards for Genuine Visitor Applications: Commentary on PETITION OF MOHAMMED CAMARA FOR JUDICIAL REVIEW [2023] ScotCS CSOH_13 Introduction The case of Mohammed Camara, a 23-year-old...

Court Rules Nil Cap on Sexual Entertainment Venues Constitutes a Ban in Edinburgh

Date: Feb 11, 2023

Court Rules Nil Cap on Sexual Entertainment Venues Constitutes a Ban in Edinburgh Introduction In the landmark case of Kaagobot Ltd and Others v City of Edinburgh Council and United Sex Workers...

Ensuring Complete and Transparent Bids in Public Procurement: Insights from CAPITA Business Services Ltd v The Common Services Agency for the Scottish Health Service [2023] ScotCS CSOH_9

Date: Feb 11, 2023

Ensuring Complete and Transparent Bids in Public Procurement: Insights from CAPITA Business Services Ltd v The Common Services Agency for the Scottish Health Service [2023] ScotCS CSOH_9 Introduction...

Establishing Carrier Liability for Third-Party Agents under the Montreal Convention: Colin Mather v EasyJet Airlines

Date: Feb 11, 2023

Establishing Carrier Liability for Third-Party Agents under the Montreal Convention: Colin Mather v EasyJet Airlines Introduction In the landmark case of Colin Mather against EasyJet Airline Company...

High Court Determines 2-Year Sentence Unduly Lenient in Sexual Abuse Case: The CB Judgment [2023] HCJAC 4

Date: Feb 11, 2023

High Court Determines 2-Year Sentence Unduly Lenient in Sexual Abuse Case: The CB Judgment [2023] HCJAC 4 Introduction In the landmark case Crown Appeal Against Sentence by HMA Against CB ([2023]...

Strict Interpretation of Statelessness Criteria Affirmed in Wayne Lindsey Judicial Review [2023] CSOH 8

Date: Feb 10, 2023

Strict Interpretation of Statelessness Criteria Affirmed in Wayne Lindsey Judicial Review [2023] CSOH 8 Introduction The case of Wayne Lindsey v. Secretary of State for the Home Department ([2023]...

LD Partnership v RBS: Establishing Competency and Prescription in Financial Disputes

Date: Feb 9, 2023

LD Partnership v Royal Bank of Scotland: Establishing Competency and Prescription in Financial Disputes Introduction In the case of LD Partnership v Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) ([2023] ScotCS...

Assessing Sentence Leniency in Rape Convictions: Insights from [2023] ScotHC HCJAC_3

Date: Feb 8, 2023

Assessing Sentence Leniency in Rape Convictions: Insights from [2023] ScotHC HCJAC_3 Introduction The case of Crown Appeal Against Sentence by HMA Against MG ([2023] ScotHC HCJAC_3) presents a...

Enforcement of Arbitration Clauses in Subsequent Agreements: Insights from BRIGGS MARINE CONTRACTORS LTD v BAKKAFROST SCOTLAND LTD [2023] CSOH 6

Date: Feb 3, 2023

Enforcement of Arbitration Clauses in Subsequent Agreements: Insights from BRIGGS MARINE CONTRACTORS LTD v BAKKAFROST SCOTLAND LTD [2023] CSOH 6 Introduction The case of Briggs Marine Contractors...