Who is Liable When a Dog Bites Someone in Scotland?
In Scotland, the person who keeps the dog is usually liable when it bites someone. Under the Animals (Scotland) Act 1987, the...
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What Should You Do After a Slip or Fall in a Shop or Supermarket?
After a slip or fall in a shop or supermarket, get medical help if you need it, report the accident to staff, and gather evidence...
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How Do You Claim Against a Council for a Pothole or Paving Injury?
To claim against a council for a pothole or paving injury in Scotland, you need to show that the council was responsible for the...
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Who is Liable if you are Injured on a Pavement or in a Public Place in Scotland?
If you are injured on a pavement or in a public place in Scotland, the person or organisation responsible for that area may be...
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How are Workplace Fractures Valued in a Compensation Claim?
A broken bone from a work accident can mean far more than a few weeks in plaster. It may stop you working, need surgery or...
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Who is Responsible When an Accident Happens on a Construction Site?
A worker falls from scaffolding on a Glasgow building site. Another is struck by a falling object, and someone else is hurt by...
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Can You Be Sacked for Making an Accident at Work Claim?
You have been injured at work, reported what happened and are thinking about claiming compensation. Then a worry creeps in: could...
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What Should You Do Immediately After an Accident at Work in Scotland?
A workplace accident can leave you dealing with pain, time off work and worry about what happens next. The steps you take...
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Can You Still Claim If the Accident Was Partly Your Own Fault?
Yes. In Scotland, being partly to blame for an accident does not stop you making a personal injury claim. If someone else was...
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How Long Does a Personal Injury Claim Take in Scotland?
There is no fixed timescale. A straightforward personal injury claim in Scotland may settle within several months, particularly...
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What Evidence Do You Need to Support a Personal Injury Claim in Scotland?
To support a personal injury claim in Scotland, you generally need evidence that shows three things: what happened, that someone...
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What is a No Win No Fee Agreement, and What does it Actually Cost You?
A No Win, No Fee agreement lets you pursue a personal injury claim without paying your solicitor's fees upfront. If the claim...
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