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Posted on: 28 Jun 2021

Claiming Compensation for Wrong Site Surgery

Having surgery can be very worrying, as operations may carry a certain level of risk. That’s why you’d usually be told about recognised complications before having a procedure, and give your consent on the understanding that the surgeon would exercise appropriate skill and care.

Posted on: 18 Jun 2021

Rehabilitation for Man Exposed to Giant Hogweed at Work

Our client suffered with blisters and sensitivity to sunlight after being exposed to a toxic plant at work and needed specialist rehab to manage his symptoms.

Posted on: 17 Jun 2021

Rape Victims: Special Measures Needed in Court Trials

The Victims’ Commissioner, Dame Vera Baird, has called on the UK Government to re-evaluate special measures that are in place for rape victims during a Court trial.

Posted on: 07 Jun 2021

New Safety Risk as London Launches Rental E-scooter Trial

As of today, many Londoners can legally rent electric e-scooters as part of a trial hire scheme. Rental e-scooters were legalised for use on roads in England and Wales last August, and have become common sights in many major cities, including Liverpool, Bristol and Birmingham.

Posted on: 01 Jun 2021

Members of Parliament State That Families Should Get Legal Aid at Inquests Which Involve the State

A lack of access to Legal Aid is the “single greatest obstacle” to families getting justice through the inquest system, the Justice Committee says.

Posted on: 01 Jun 2021

Case Study: Lambeth Children’s Home Redress Scheme

The compensation scheme was introduced by Lambeth Council in response to several allegations of child abuse across their children’s homes.

Posted on: 28 May 2021

Will My Children Have to Give Evidence in Family Court?

In most cases, your children can be kept outside of Family Court proceedings entirely, even if you and your child’s other parent have to go to Court to sort out your family issues.

Posted on: 19 May 2021

Case Study: Ex-Soldier awarded Six-Figure Settlement for Back Injury

Soldier’s Deployment on 10-Day Tour Hampered Recovery from Back Injury- While on an Army tour in Afghanistan, our client Mr P came under fire and tried to climb down from the turret of his armoured vehicle at speed.

Posted on: 14 May 2021

Man with Brain Injury Wins Claim against Employer after Workplace Assault

Our client Tim (not his real name) was left with a life-changing brain injury after a serious assault at work, but with our help, he has managed to get the care, support and rehabilitation he needs to live with his injury.

Posted on: 12 May 2021

Sea King Helicopter Fumes Causes Cancer in RAF Personnel

Many RAF personnel could be at risk of developing cancer after being exposed to exhaust fumes from the Sea King helicopter. Read about this and how we could help

Posted on: 10 May 2021

£5k Fine for Spire Welcomed by Lawyers Acting for Victims of Disgraced Surgeon

News that Spire Healthcare has been fined £5k after it admitted failing to apologise or disclose details relating to failures in the treatment of patients has today been welcomed by Lawyers acting on behalf of several individuals who were also operated on by disgraced surgeon Michael Walsh.

Posted on: 06 May 2021

Exploring The Sexual Abuse in the British Armed Forces

Statistics from The Telegraph earlier this year revealed that only 29% of the 59 military personnel who were being tried for sexual offences in 2019 ended up being convicted.

Posted on: 30 Apr 2021

Bricklayer Awarded £85,000 for Spinal Cord Injury after Falling from Scaffolding

Paul was a self-employed bricklayer, who was contracted by a company providing building services on a construction site. He was working with several other contractors on a new accommodation block when he had to climb up to the upper level of some external scaffolding to start work on the internal gables.

Posted on: 27 Apr 2021

Cauda Equina Claims: Why Medical Evidence is So Important

Independent medical evidence is a crucial part of Cauda Equina claims for compensation, as it must be proven that a clinical error happened and that this caused your subsequent health problems.

Posted on: 20 Apr 2021

Eye Injuries Reported at Woodthorpe Hospital, Nottingham

Our Medical Negligence Solicitors are offering a free claims assessment to cataract patients who believe they received negligent care from Woodthorpe Hospital in Nottingham.

Posted on: 15 Apr 2021

Victim of Paedophile Bryce Cooke Launches Legal Action

Abuse law Solicitors at Simpson Millar have been instructed to represent a woman who suffered abuse at the hands of notorious Stockport-based paedophile Bryce Cooke amidst concerns that more could have done more to protect his victims.

Posted on: 14 Apr 2021

No Follow-up Appointments for Aintree Hospital’s Gastroenterology Patients

Nearly 10,000 patients haven’t been given follow-up appointments at Aintree Hospital’s gastroenterology department over the last six years.

Posted on: 09 Apr 2021

£35,000 Compensation for Motorcycle Accident Injury

Ms P was a passenger on a motorcycle being ridden by her partner when the driver of a car suddenly pulled across their path. She fell off the bike and went over the top of the car, before landing heavily on the ground.

Posted on: 01 Apr 2021

Manchester Historic School Abuse

While more steps are being taken to protect children from abuse in school, victims of historic child abuse may still be dealing with the effects of their abuse long into adulthood.

Posted on: 31 Mar 2021

What Steps Must the MoD Take to Avoid Training Accidents?

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) owes a duty of care to service personnel, so it must make sure training exercises are carried out safely. Learn about what these are

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