Scotland Case Commentaries

Importance of Child Welfare and Parental Responsibility: Insights from S R v S M M ([2010] ScotSC 158)

Date: Sep 15, 2010

Importance of Child Welfare and Parental Responsibility: Insights from S R v S M M ([2010] ScotSC 158) Introduction The case of S R v. S M M ([2010] ScotSC 158) was adjudicated in the Scottish...

Balancing Accounts in Insolvency: Precedence from Operon v. PIHL UK Ltd [2010] ScotCS CSOH_80

Date: Jul 2, 2010

Balancing Accounts in Insolvency: Precedence from Operon v. PIHL UK Ltd [2010] ScotCS CSOH_80 Introduction The case of Integrated Building Services Engineering Consultants Ltd (t/a Operon) v. PIHL UK...

Scope of Adjudicator's Jurisdiction in NEC Contracts: Insights from RBG Ltd v. SGL Carbon Fibers Ltd

Date: Jun 23, 2010

Scope of Adjudicator's Jurisdiction in NEC Contracts: Insights from RBG Ltd v. SGL Carbon Fibers Ltd Introduction The case of RBG Ltd v. SGL Carbon Fibers Ltd ([2010] ScotCS CSOH_77) is a pivotal...

Enhancing Data Privacy: Craigdale Housing Association v. The Scottish Information Commissioner

Date: May 20, 2010

Enhancing Data Privacy: Craigdale Housing Association v. The Scottish Information Commissioner Introduction The case of Craigdale Housing Association & Ors v. The Scottish Information Commissioner,...

Vicarious Liability in the Workplace: Insights from Wilson v EXEL UK Ltd [2010]

Date: Apr 30, 2010

Vicarious Liability in the Workplace: Insights from Wilson v EXEL UK Ltd [2010] Introduction The case of Wilson v. EXEL UK Ltd ([2010] ScotCS CSIH_35) adjudicated by the Scottish Court of Session on...

Overruling Carnegie: Aitchison v. Glasgow City Council Establishes Stricter Limitation on Subsequent Injury Claims

Date: Feb 11, 2010

Overruling Carnegie: Aitchison v. Glasgow City Council Establishes Stricter Limitation on Subsequent Injury Claims Introduction Aitchison v. Glasgow City Council ([2010] ScotCS CSIH_9) is a...

Kodak Processing Companies Ltd v. Shoredale Ltd: Precedent on Recorded Delivery in Lease Irritancy

Date: Aug 28, 2009

Kodak Processing Companies Ltd v. Shoredale Ltd: Precedent on Recorded Delivery in Lease Irritancy Introduction The case of Kodak Processing Companies Ltd v. Shoredale Ltd ([2009] ScotCS CSIH_71)...

Incorporation of Standard Conditions and Fairness in Contract Terms: Insights from Langstane Housing Association Ltd v. Riverside Construction Aberdeen Ltd & Ors [2009]

Date: Apr 4, 2009

Incorporation of Standard Conditions and Fairness in Contract Terms: Insights from Langstane Housing Association Ltd v. Riverside Construction Aberdeen Ltd & Ors [2009] Introduction The case of...

A v. N ([2008] ScotCS CSOH_165): Extending Limitation Periods in Cases of Prolonged Abuse

Date: Dec 6, 2008

Extending Limitation Periods in Cases of Prolonged Abuse Introduction The case A v. N ([2008] ScotCS CSOH_165) adjudicated by the Scottish Court of Session's Outer House on December 5, 2008,...

Essential Error and Mutual Mistake in Scottish Property Law: Parvaiz v. Thresher Wines Acquisitions Ltd [2008] ScotCS CSOH_160

Date: Nov 20, 2008

Essential Error and Mutual Mistake in Scottish Property Law: Parvaiz v. Thresher Wines Acquisitions Ltd [2008] ScotCS CSOH_160 Introduction The case of Parvaiz v. Thresher Wines Acquisitions Ltd...

Global Resources Group Ltd v Mackay [2008] ScotCS CSOH_148: Inducing Breach of Contract in Scots Law

Date: Oct 22, 2008

Global Resources Group Ltd v Mackay [2008] ScotCS CSOH_148: Inducing Breach of Contract in Scots Law Introduction The case of Global Resources Group Ltd v Mackay ([2008] ScotCS CSOH_148) was...

Anm Group Ltd v Gilcomston North Ltd & Ors ([2008] ScotCS CSOH_90): A Comprehensive Commentary on Prescription and Induced Error in Scottish Construction Law

Date: Jun 21, 2008

Anm Group Ltd v Gilcomston North Ltd & Ors ([2008] ScotCS CSOH_90): A Comprehensive Commentary on Prescription and Induced Error in Scottish Construction Law Introduction The case of Anm Group Ltd v...

Establishing Burden of Proof in Road Maintenance Negligence: Commentary on Morton v West Lothian Council

Date: Feb 21, 2008

Establishing Burden of Proof in Road Maintenance Negligence: Commentary on Morton v West Lothian Council ([2008] ScotCS CSIH_18) Introduction The case of Morton v West Lothian Council ([2008] ScotCS...

Clarifying Exemptions under FOISA: Dumfries & Galloway Council v. Dunion Judgment Commentary

Date: Feb 9, 2008

Clarifying Exemptions under FOISA: Dumfries & Galloway Council v. Dunion Judgment Commentary Introduction The case of Dumfries & Galloway Council v. Dunion ([2008] ScotCS CSIH_12) represents a...

Establishing Solatium for Whiplash Injuries in Minor Collisions: Spencer v. Baron ([2008] ScotSC 3)

Date: Feb 5, 2008

Establishing Solatium for Whiplash Injuries in Minor Collisions: Spencer v. Baron ([2008] ScotSC 3) Introduction The case of Spencer v. Baron ([2008] ScotSC 3) addresses the nuanced issue of...

Ashton v. Skews: Enhanced Guidelines for Solatium in Soft Tissue Injury Cases

Date: Jan 20, 2008

Ashton v. Skews: Enhanced Guidelines for Solatium in Soft Tissue Injury Cases Introduction The case of Ashton v. Skews ([2009] ScotSC 3) addresses the assessment of solatium, or general damages,...

Credential Bath Street Ltd v. Venture Investment Placement Ltd: Expiry of Guarantee and Obligation Under Clause 3.4

Date: Jan 1, 2008

Credential Bath Street Ltd v. Venture Investment Placement Ltd: Expiry of Guarantee and Obligation Under Clause 3.4 Introduction The case of Credential Bath Street Ltd v. Venture Investment Placement...

Enforcement of Lease Obligations and Prescription Periods in Scottish Law: Clydeport Properties Ltd v. Shell UK Ltd

Date: Jun 1, 2007

Enforcement of Lease Obligations and Prescription Periods in Scottish Law: Clydeport Properties Ltd v. Shell UK Ltd Introduction The case of Clydeport Properties Ltd v. Shell UK Ltd ([2007] ScotCS...

Edgar Road Property Company LLP v Moray Council: Judicial Review and the Doctrine of Mora, Taciturnity, and Acquiescence in Planning Law

Date: May 30, 2007

Edgar Road Property Company LLP v Moray Council: Judicial Review and the Doctrine of Mora, Taciturnity, and Acquiescence in Planning Law Introduction The case of Edgar Road Property Company LLP v...

Limitation Periods and Amendment Constraints in Reclaiming Motions: The Gray Aitken Partnership Ltd & Ors v. Link Housing Association Ltd & Ors [2007] ScotCS CSIH_4

Date: Jan 11, 2007

Limitation Periods and Amendment Constraints in Reclaiming Motions: The Gray Aitken Partnership Ltd & Ors v. Link Housing Association Ltd & Ors [2007] ScotCS CSIH_4 Introduction The case of The Gray...