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Pronouns and Gender Identity in the Workplace
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Employment Law
Pronouns are the way we refer to one another’s gender identity, for example he/she/they. Using a person’s chosen pronouns in the workplace is a basic courtesy and everyone deserves to have this respected in the workplace. Therefore, pronouns and gender identity are important considerations for employers when maintaining a positive and inclusive wor
Miller Samuel Hill Brown Recognised In 2023 Best Lawyers UK
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
MSHB News & Announcements
Miller Samuel Hill Brown are delighted to announce that we have been recognised in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom™ guide. The Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom is a peer-review publication recognising the professional excellence of 6,017 lawyers in 84 practice areas across 35 metropolitan areas. The guide is compiled by
Why choose an outsourced fixed fee HR service for your business?
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Employment Law
Once your business starts growing, outsourcing may become more of a necessity than a choice. You might struggle to manage a certain aspect of your business due to a lack of time, knowledge or limited resources. Outsourcing will allow you to alleviate some of that pressure by delegating certain tasks to accredited specialists. As employment law
The power of naming and shaming: hitting the right note when it comes to banter in the workplace
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Employment Law
While a ‘term of endearment’ usually suggests affection, such phrases can result in feelings of harassment, discrimination or victimisation amongst employees. According to researchers at GQ Littler, workplace ‘banter’ has played a key part in the 45% increase in Tribunal claims against employers between 2020 and 2021. Claims such as these are made
MSHB Raises £4,282.50 For Maggie’s
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
MSHB News & Announcements
Miller Samuel Hill Brown have presented Maggie’s Glasgow, based in the grounds of the Gartnavel General Hospital, with a cheque for £4,282.50 following the Kiltwalk. The money was raised from the proceeds of the Kiltwalk, which consisted of walking from Clydebank to the Kiltwalk Village in Balloch. The Glasgow event marked the return of the unique
Welcome to our new trainee - Amy Emmerson
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
MSHB News & Announcements
Miller Samuel Hill Brown are delighted to announce the appointment of​ our latest trainee, Amy Emmerson. Amy has started her traineeship in the firm’s Commercial Property Department after obtaining her LLB at the University of Glasgow.  Amy kindly took the time out of her busy schedule to talk to us about&nbs
Oh my DOG… who gets the pet when couples split?
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Family Law Blog
Last week the Sheriff Appeal Court published an interesting judgment concerning a four legged Martha….dog! The action concerned a former co-habiting couple and their dog Martha. When parties separated a dispute arose about who should have possession of her. The dog remained with the respondent after separation and the appellant sought an order for
New Builds: the pros and cons of buying a new build property in today’s market
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Residential Property
Some like shiny new homes. Some don’t. While everyone’s taste differs, demand for properties is so high at present that many potential buyers cannot afford to be overly picky and perhaps require to use their heads more than their hearts. If we leave all predilections at the door, what are the pros and cons of buying a new build property in today’s
Changing retail habits: the end of an era for traditional shopping
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Commercial Property
The impact of COVID-19 has undoubtedly accelerated a shift in consumer behaviour towards online shopping. This increase has resulted in an unprecedented time for traditional shopping centres like Buchanan Galleries and the St Enoch Centre, with many shoppers now opting to do the majority of their shopping from the convenience of their own home. The
The four day working week
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Employment Law
From June 2022, for a trial period of six months, 60 companies across the UK are set to trial the four day working week. With more than 3000 workers taking part, covering a diverse workforce, this pilot scheme is believed to be the largest in the world. This pilot scheme is aimed at improving working conditions through studying the employment patte
MSHB Take On Scotland’s Legendary Kiltwalk Again
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
MSHB News & Announcements
Miller Samuel Hill Brown completed the Glasgow Kiltwalk for Maggie’s alongside their pooches on Sunday 24th April.  The Glasgow event marked the return of the unique fundraising event that allows charities to receive every single penny plus a 50% top up thanks to the generosity of Sir Tom Hunter and The Hunter Foundation. With the weather (sur
Tighter Rules for Pet Trade
Miller Samuel Hill Brown
Licensing
April’s #NationalPetMonth celebrates our much loved companions and raises awareness of responsible ownership across the UK. Many of us at MSHB have a furry friend at home (sometimes they even pop into the office!) so this is a cause close to our hearts. New regulations around various activities involving animals – including adoption, rescue and pur