Category Archives: International Law

Can you sue a dentist for negligence?

By | July 6, 2017

The short answer is yes, yet like most legal concerns, the act of suing a dentist for negligence/malpractice is complicated. If you think you have a basis for a malpractice suit against your dentist, you should absolutely consult an attorney that is well versed in malpractice litigation. Remember that the stakes for malpractice suits are very high for… Read More »

Claiming Compensation for a Work Place Personal Injury

By | April 19, 2017

Taking time off work to help you recover from injuries suffered at your place of work can be a difficult time, and not for the reasons you’d think. Taking time off work to recover can in the longer term cause your monthly income to be reduced. This then causes money worries and the stress that then follows because… Read More »

Registering Your Yacht, Home or Abroad?

By | November 15, 2016

Purchasing a yacht is a big expense, and you want to make sure that you register it in the country that will give you the most benefits, and flexibility. Owning a yacht can be an amazing experience. Traveling the world by sea, seeing everything there is to see is an exciting prospect.

Commercial Litigation Charging Orders in the UK

By | June 22, 2016

A charging order is a way of securing a judgement debt of the court, by placing a charge over a judgement debtor’s interest in land, or certain other assets. The court’s power to make a charging order over a judgement debtor’s property and assets is contained in the Charging Orders Act 1979.

Making a Work Place Injury Claim in Scotland

By | March 18, 2016

The most recent statistics from the Health and Safety Executive found that last 1.2 million people suffered from a work-related illness. 27.3 billion working days were lost due to workplace illnesses and injuries.

How to Make a Claim for a Car Accident in Scotland

By | March 7, 2016

Unfortunately, a great number of people are injured on Scottish roads each year. The most recent statistics have shown that in 2013 there were 183,670 road traffic accidents reported to the police. There were 21,657 people seriously injured and 1,713 road deaths. Although road casualty numbers have fallen over time through things such as seat belt legislation and… Read More »

Corporate dissolution: voluntary strike off

By | March 3, 2016

The voluntary strike off procedure is a straightforward and cost-effective mechanism which enables a company to have its name struck off the register of companies and then be deemed to be dissolved.

Applying for Corporate Voluntary Striking Off

By | March 1, 2016

In order to apply for voluntary strike off, the company must complete Form DS01, Striking off application, and file it with the registrar of companies with the applicable fee. The application is made on the company’s behalf by its directors, or a majority of them, as specified in the Companies Act 2006.

Personal Injury Claims: What is Needed Following a Road Traffic Accident Claim

By | February 26, 2016

Sadly, thousands of people are injured each year on UK roads due to vehicle collisions and other road traffic accidents each year with many obtaining life-changing injuries.

Why Separating Couples Should Divorce Sooner Rather than Later

By | February 25, 2016

A recent case has demonstrated the dangers of separating, but not formally divorcing, from your spouse. Ms Williams and Mr Martin lived together for over 18 years until his sudden death from a heart attack in 2012. Mr Martin was estranged from his wife but was still married to her, and he had not updated his will to… Read More »