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5 steps to Positioning Your Company for Acquisition 

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5 steps to Positioning Your Company for Acquisition 

In the bustling B2B Saas landscape, positioning your product or service effectively can make all the difference. It's not just about setting yourself apart from the competition; it's about crafting a compelling narrative that resonates with your target customers and creates a strong competitive advantage. Complete Clarity Solicitors presents a comprehensive 5-step guide to mastering the art of B2B product positioning, ensuring your brand takes a prominent position in the market.

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Understanding Uninsured Risks in Commercial Leases: Essential Information for Landlords and Tenants

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In the realm of commercial leases, the concept of uninsured risks carries significant weight for both landlords and tenants. Understanding these risks and their implications is crucial for effective lease management. Let's delve into the intricacies of uninsured risks and explore key considerations for both parties.

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The Law on Dog Attacks by Ellidh Clark

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The Law on Dog Attacks by Ellidh Clark

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Child Contact Arrangement For The Christmas Period

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Child Contact Arrangements For The Christmas Period

Some may say it is too early to consider the festive season since pumpkin carving has just happened. Nevertheless, the navigation of family arrangements is always difficult and further complicated for separated parents in the run up to Christmas.

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What is moveable estate in Scottish law: legal rights in Scotland?

What is moveable estate in Scottish law: legal rights in Scotland? 

Legal Rights of Children: Securing the Future

In Scotland, a parent's will cannot completely disinherit their children. Rooted in moral and societal considerations, Scottish law ensures that children of a deceased parent have a fundamental level of protection. Even if a child isn't explicitly named as a beneficiary in the parent's will, they possess the legal right to claim a share of the estate. This right takes precedence over the will's provisions and is known as the child's entitlement to Legal Rights.

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power of attorney vs. guardianship - knowing the legal differences

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Selling Your Home with Complete Clarity

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Selling your home can be both an exhilarating and exciting time. At Clarity Simplicity we aim to deliver a quality service that makes the process as easy as possible for you. In this guide, we will explain the steps involved in selling your property so that you know exactly what to expect at each step of the way from putting your home on the market to handing over the keys.

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Key steps to prepare a business for sale

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Key steps to prepare a business for sale

Deciding to sell your business is a monumental decision that warrants meticulous preparation. After dedicating time, resources, and effort into building your business, ensuring a successful sale requires careful planning. If you're considering selling your business, Complete Clarity is here to guide you through the process. This blog outlines seven pivotal steps to help you navigate the journey toward a seamless business sale.

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In what circumstances, breach or dispute, can shareholders take action against the director?

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In what circumstances, breach or dispute, can shareholders take action against the director?

In the realm of corporate governance and disputes, we've extensively discussed board conflicts and shareholder disagreements. But what ensues when a dispute erupts between shareholders and directors, leading shareholders to seek legal recourse against the directors? This blog dives into the intricacies of derivative actions, a tool that allows shareholders to challenge directors' actions on behalf of the company itself.

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Thinking to relocate abroad with your children?

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Thinking of relocating abroad with your children?

To move abroad with children may not be on anyone's mind right now, but for parents who live abroad, returning to their "home country" from a new country after a marriage breakup may seem like the only option. However, adding a global component could make the already challenging decision of where and with whom to place the child much more difficult.
 
If you want to take your child out of the UK and want to relocate abroad, you must get permission to relocate and consent from the other parent. In the event that they decline, a court application must be made to obtain the permission of the court and authorization to migrate with the child outside of the UK.
 
The well-being of the child is the most important factor to take into account while deciding whether to move abroad with a child. The court will conduct a welfare evaluation and evaluate the feelings of the child when reviewing requests for relocation and determine whether or not the move will be in the child's best interests.
 
The applicant's parents may have to make a very difficult choice and reach an agreement with the other parent regarding their own migration if the application is rejected. They could feel loyal to a nation where they have few relatives or friends. This could occasionally result in that parent acting irrationally and taking the child away without asking the court for permission, forgetting their parental responsibility.
 

What do I do if my partner is going to take my child abroad without permission to relocate? 

If a parent relocates with a child without the other parent's consent after divorce or separation or an order of the court then according to family law, the 1980 Hague Convention on Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction offers a remedy for the return of the abducted child.
 
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The 1980 Hague Convention on Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction provides a remedy for the return of the abducted kid if a parent relocates with a child abroad without the other parent's agreement or court order.
 
An international agreement called the Hague Convention aims to ensure the return of kidnapped children across borders. One of the 101 signatories is the UK (as are most countries in Europe along with the US, Australia, and New Zealand). A request for the kid's return under the Hague Convention may be made if the child is removed from one of the signatory states.
 
You should seek immediate legal counsel if you believe your kid may be in danger of being removed from the UK by their other parent because you may be able to secure protective measures and parental responsibility.
 

Solutions to ensure the parent doesn't move abroad with children 

To stop the removal of children from the UK, the family law court has a broad range of authority. The court may issue an interdict, which is a directive barring the kid's removal. It may also demand the return of passports and the disclosure of the location of the youngster. An interdict can be strengthened in cases of immediate danger by a UK-wide port stop order, which informs all airports and seaports of the potential for the child to be taken out of the country illegally.
 

Get help from our solicitor to avoid your partner to relocate with your child abroad

It is imperative that you obtain immediate legal advice to stop the potential removal of your kid from the UK rather than attempting to resolve the issue through the Hague Convention.
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Client Services Team – Keir McGill

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Complete Clarity is committed to delivering excellent service to our clients. The Firm recognises that facing a legal problem or dispute can be daunting, particularly for those who have never encountered the Scottish legal system before. We therefore strive to ensure that from the moment that you make contact with Complete Clarity, that you are greeted by a friendly, helpful and down-to-earth member of the Client Services Team Keir McGill.

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The process for child custody and residence disputes in Glasgow

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The process for child custody and residence disputes in Glasgow

In our experience as family and child law solicitors in Glasgow who counsel clients on a daily basis, the procedures involved in resolving disputes are among the most commonly asked issues by clients.

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Meet the team - Kara Macgregor-Duke

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Things to keep in mind while pursuing claims for lost rent due to dilapidations

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When a commercial tenant in Scotland departs premises in a state of disrepair at the culmination of a lease, can the landlord initiate a claim for the rent it loses during the necessary repair endeavors?

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Considerations for landlords when consenting to sublet 

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In recent years, businesses have undergone significant changes, some experiencing positive growth and expanding their operations, while others have faced financial challenges and the need to reevaluate their strategies. As companies explore options to streamline costs, one potential avenue is the practice of 'sub-letting,' where businesses sublease their premises to others.

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What Do Property Surveyors Look for During a House Survey?

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If you're buying a home, a survey gives vital insight into the property's condition and conducts a building survey. But what exactly does the surveyor inspect? As your property experts, Complete Clarity Solicitors provides home buyers with complete clarity on what surveyors look for during different types of house surveys.

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How soon can you sell a house after buying it? 

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If you're a homeowner considering selling the property you recently purchased, a common question is "How soon can I sell my house after buying it?" This may arise due to changing life circumstances requiring you to sell a property quickly. At Clarity Simplicity, we understand the complexities of capital gains tax and other factors involved when buying and selling property. Here we'll explore key factors determining how fast you can sell after buying, so you have clarity on the process.

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Building warrants, Planning Permission, and Completion Certificates

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Times have changed, and when handling the sale and purchase of real estate, solicitors now appear to spend a significant amount of time attempting to locate documentation for property improvements or modifications.

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In family law, how does collaborative practice work?

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Collaborative law is a constructive method for divorcing or separating couples that avoids the stress and expense of going to court.

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What should I consider when I, or a loved one, has dementia?

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If you are aware of someone who is experiencing memory loss and looking to help people with dementia, there are many things you should consider while doing so. Caring for a loved one can be challenging and overwhelming, hence it is crucial to consider speaking to your GP regarding the next steps and your power of attorney who can help you handle the legalities of the process. The solicitors at Clarity Simplicity can help you handle your finances and ensure your will is up to date. This blog is a dementia guide with all the necessary information for anyone going through the process.

How to talk to someone who shows signs of dementia

It might be challenging to bring up the subject of memory loss and the potential for dementia when someone has dementia. A person who is displaying these symptoms may be perplexed, unaware of them, anxious, or in denial.
You should think about the following things before engaging someone you're worried about in conversation:
  • have become aware of the early signs and symptoms of dementia
  • believe that their issues are a normal part of aging,
  • are concerned about what the changes could signify, and
  • feel that getting help won't be helpful
You should also think about if you are the best person to discuss their memory issues with.
If you do decide to speak with them, pick a comfortable, non-threatening setting. For the conversation to flow naturally, make sure you give yourself plenty of time.
 

In case the diagnosis is dementia

Although receiving a dementia diagnosis might be shocking, many people with dementia eventually learn to embrace it. This is so that they can understand their symptoms more clearly and take the first step in receiving the aid and care they require and plan for the future.
Caring for someone with dementia and being a carer can be overwhelming, but there is help and support available. Receiving a diagnosis can empower those who have dementia—as well as their carer (loved ones and friends)—to take charge of their condition and make future plans. If you think someone is diagnosed with dementia, you can encourage them to see their GP and get care and support from health and social care professionals.
 

Take action before dementia progresses

If you know of a friend or relative who has a diagnosis of dementia, you can learn about the preventative steps that you can take right now to lessen the likelihood of them going to the critical stages of dementia in later life.
Age and family history are the two key variables that are beyond our control. However, there are effective measures to lower our or a loved one's chance of acquiring dementia in the future and support a healthy brain. It's a good idea to maintain regular exercise, a balanced diet, and brain stimulation. In order to lessen the chance of cognitive decline, the obvious connection between diabetes and dementia and the significance of treating and controlling it. The possibility that our society would one day be dementia-free was very heartening.
 

Talk to your loved one and encourage them to see a GP

Early detection of dementia can often halt the disease's progression, allowing the affected individual to retain their mental capacity for a longer period of time. A suggestion that you go with your friend or family to the doctor with them can be helpful for them. In this approach, you can help people remember what was discussed after the meeting.
Dementia is diagnosed by doctors after thoroughly evaluating the patient and ruling out any other disorders that could be the source of the same symptoms. A set of tests will be performed by a general practitioner or a physician with expertise in memory issues to determine whether there is another possible cause for the issues. The medical professional will also want to go over how the symptoms have changed over time.
 

Finding help and support - the legal basics

It's reassuring to think that you may be able to influence some parts of your long-term health, and you may even be able to influence some areas of your future. It's crucial to consider how you can provide for your family, safeguard your intentions, and accumulate wealth, as well as the actions that may be performed right away to make this possible in the future. You may take two crucial actions right away to make sure that everything is in order for you and your family.
 
Which are:
You and your family will feel more secure knowing that you and your power of attorney have authority over your finances both now and in the future. There are several frequent misconceptions about powers of attorney that you should be aware of as they might include authority over your personal well-being.
 
It is definitely worthwhile doing the same for your personal legal documents if you are proactive about taking care of your cognitive health. Focus on the features of dementia that we can influence instead of the things we will never change. If you are worried someone has dementia, it would be helpful to get help from a power of attorney and ensure that you secure your future and be ready to face what's to come. It is best to take action at the early signs of dementia.
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