Scotland Case Commentaries

Malicious Misrepresentation to Authorities: Brown v. Fraser [1906] SLR 43_741

Date: Jun 28, 1906

Malicious Misrepresentation to Authorities: Brown v. Fraser [1906] SLR 43_741 Introduction Brown v. Fraser is a seminal case decided by the Scottish Court of Session on June 27, 1906. The case...

Discouraging Appeals on Mere Expenses: Caldwell v. Dykes [1906] SLR 43_606

Date: May 26, 1906

Discouraging Appeals on Mere Expenses: Caldwell v. Dykes [1906] SLR 43_606 Introduction Caldwell v. Dykes is a landmark case decided by the Scottish Court of Session on May 25, 1906. The dispute...

Caledon Shipbuilding and Engineering Co., Ltd v. Kennedy (1906): Jurisdiction and Competency in Workmen's Compensation Arbitration

Date: Mar 14, 1906

Caledon Shipbuilding and Engineering Co., Ltd v. Kennedy (1906): Jurisdiction and Competency in Workmen's Compensation Arbitration Introduction The case of Caledon Shipbuilding and Engineering Co.,...

Finality of Sheriff's Decisions under the Workmen's Compensation Act: Binning v Easton & Sons [1906] SLR 43_312

Date: Jan 19, 1906

Finality of Sheriff's Decisions under the Workmen's Compensation Act Binning v Easton & Sons [1906] SLR 43_312 Introduction Binning v Easton & Sons is a seminal case decided by the Scottish Court of...

Dobson v. The United Collieries Ltd (1905): Establishing the Precedent for Wilful Misconduct in Workers' Compensation

Date: Dec 17, 1905

Dobson v. The United Collieries Ltd (1905): Establishing the Precedent for Wilful Misconduct in Workers' Compensation Introduction The case of Dobson v. The United Collieries Ltd ([1905] SLR 43_260)...

Establishing the Nature of Beneficiary Interests: Insights from Marquis of Tweeddale's Trustees v. Marquis of Tweeddale and Others ([1905] SLR 43_193)

Date: Dec 17, 1905

Establishing the Nature of Beneficiary Interests: Insights from Marquis of Tweeddale's Trustees v. Marquis of Tweeddale and Others ([1905] SLR 43_193) Introduction Marquis of Tweeddale's Trustees v....

Consistency of Compensation Awards When Supplemented by Wage Earnings: Bryson v. J Dunn & Stephen, Ltd. [1905]

Date: Dec 15, 1905

Consistency of Compensation Awards When Supplemented by Wage Earnings: Bryson v. J Dunn & Stephen, Ltd. [1905] Introduction Bryson v. J Dunn & Stephen, Ltd. is a pivotal case adjudicated by the...

Inference of Malice Required for Privileged Judicial Slander Claims: Campbell v. Cochrane [1905]

Date: Dec 8, 1905

Inference of Malice Required for Privileged Judicial Slander Claims: Campbell v. Cochrane [1905] Introduction Campbell v. Cochrane ([1905] SLR 43_221) is a notable decision by the Scottish Court of...

Void for Uncertainty in Discretionary Bequests: Analysis of Shaw's Trustees v. Esson's Trustees and Others ([1905] SLR 43_21)

Date: Nov 3, 1905

Void for Uncertainty in Discretionary Bequests: Analysis of Shaw's Trustees v. Esson's Trustees and Others ([1905] SLR 43_21) Introduction Shaw's Trustees v. Esson's Trustees and Others ([1905] SLR...

Bett v Dalmeny Oil Co., Ltd: Establishing Employer Liability Beyond Common Employment

Date: Jun 18, 1905

Bett v Dalmeny Oil Co., Ltd: Establishing Employer Liability Beyond Common Employment Introduction Bett v Dalmeny Oil Co., Ltd ([1905] SLR 42_638) is a landmark case adjudicated by the Scottish Court...

Ellis v. National Free Labour Association: Evidentiary Standards in Slander Proceedings

Date: May 13, 1905

Ellis v. National Free Labour Association: Evidentiary Standards in Slander Proceedings Introduction The case of Ellis v. The National Free Labour Association and Others ([1905] SLR 42_495)...

Moyes v. William Dixon, Ltd: Defining 'Dependants' under the Workmen's Compensation Act 1897

Date: Jan 14, 1905

Moyes v. William Dixon, Ltd: Defining 'Dependants' under the Workmen's Compensation Act 1897 Introduction The case of Moyes v. William Dixon, Ltd ([1905] SLR 42_319) represents a pivotal decision by...

Enforcement of Feu-duty and Prohibition of Subinfeudation: Insights from Church of Scotland v. Watson and Others [1904] SLR 42_299

Date: Dec 25, 1904

Enforcement of Feu-duty and Prohibition of Subinfeudation: Insights from Church of Scotland v. Watson and Others [1904] SLR 42_299 Introduction The case of Church of Scotland v. Watson and Others...

Defining Dependency under the Workmen's Compensation Act 1897: Turners Ltd v. Whitefield [1904]

Date: Jun 18, 1904

Defining Dependency under the Workmen's Compensation Act 1897: Turners Ltd v. Whitefield [1904] Introduction The case of Turners Ltd v. Whitefield ([1904] SLR 41_631) adjudicated by the Scottish...

Expansion of Public Authorities Protection: Spittal v. The Corporation of Glasgow (1904)

Date: Jun 18, 1904

Expansion of Public Authorities Protection: Spittal v. The Corporation of Glasgow (1904) Introduction The case of Spittal v. The Corporation of Glasgow ([1904] SLR 41_629) stands as a pivotal moment...

Strannigan v. William Baird & Co., Ltd (1904): Arbitration Accessibility After Employer-Provided Medical Examination in Workmen's Compensation Cases

Date: Jun 8, 1904

Strannigan v. William Baird & Co., Ltd (1904): Arbitration Accessibility After Employer-Provided Medical Examination in Workmen's Compensation Cases Introduction The case of Strannigan v. William...

Hutchinson's Trustees v. Young & Others: Enforcing Testator’s Intent through Government Annuities

Date: Oct 30, 1903

Hutchinson's Trustees v. Young & Others: Enforcing Testator’s Intent through Government Annuities Introduction Hutchinson's Trustees v. Young & Others ([1903] SLR 41_14) is a seminal case adjudicated...

Niddrie and Benhar Coal Co., Ltd v. M'Kay: Reinforcing Workers' Rights under the Workmen's Compensation Act 1897

Date: Jul 15, 1903

Niddrie and Benhar Coal Co., Ltd v. M'Kay: Reinforcing Workers' Rights under the Workmen's Compensation Act 1897 Introduction The case of Niddrie and Benhar Coal Co., Ltd v. M'Kay ([1903] SLR 40_798)...

Taylor's Trustee v. Christal: Establishing Vested Rights a Morte Testatoris in Scottish Succession Law

Date: Jun 25, 1903

Taylor's Trustee v. Christal: Establishing Vested Rights a Morte Testatoris in Scottish Succession Law Introduction Taylor's Trustee v. Christal ([1903] SLR 40_738) is a landmark case adjudicated by...

Refusal of Medical Treatment and Compensation under the Workmen's Compensation Act: Sweeney v. Pumpherston Oil Co., Ltd ([1903] SLR 40_721)

Date: Jun 24, 1903

Refusal of Medical Treatment and Compensation under the Workmen's Compensation Act: Sweeney v. Pumpherston Oil Co., Ltd ([1903] SLR 40_721) Introduction Sweeney v. Pumpherston Oil Co., Ltd is a...