The purpose of this section is to provide information about possible legal consequences of a sudden traumatic event which may arise from:

As this website has been developed in Scotland, the legal information contained within this section is based on Scots law (or Scottish law).

No legal advice is given in this section, as circumstances can vary substantially. Legal advice should be sought from a solicitor. Many but not all solicitors will offer an initial short interview free of charge. Details of how to find a solicitor in Scotland are available from the Law Society of Scotland.