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Posted on: 14 Feb 2020

Phase Transfer Deadline FAQs and Answers

15 February is an important date for you if your child has an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and is due to transfer to either the primary or secondary phase of their education.

Posted on: 14 Feb 2020

£130,000 Compensation for Delayed Cervical Cancer Diagnosis

A woman underwent routine cervical screenings in 2007 and 2012, which both came back with negative results. However, independent medical assessments identified a missed cancerous tumour.

Posted on: 13 Feb 2020

£492,000 Compensation for Pedestrian Injured by Untraced Driver

A woman in her late 30s was crossing the road one day when she was knocked down by a car. The impact led to her falling and landing on the left side of her hip, which had a number of lasting consequences.

Posted on: 07 Feb 2020

£400,000 Compensation for Accident at Work

Our client was working with a colleague who placed a ladder on top of some tarpaulin. The colleague pulled on the tarpaulin, causing the ladder to flip over and hit our client on his head. Our client sustained a two-inch laceration on the front of his head along with post-concussion syndrome.

Posted on: 04 Feb 2020

£52,000 Compensation for Surgical Errors in Appendectomy

Our client underwent a laparoscopic appendectomy due to suffering from acute appendicitis. After being discharged from hospital, his pain and discomfort continued and gradually got worse and it was found that part of his appendix was still present in his body.

Posted on: 27 Jan 2020

£400,000 Compensation for Non Freezing Cold Injury

Our Military Claims Solicitors helped a former British armed forces serviceman get £400,000 compensation after he was diagnosed with a Non Freezing Cold Injury in his hands and feet.

Posted on: 09 Jan 2020

Education Lawyers Urge Government to Speed Up Review on Isolation Booths

Commenting on the findings Dan Rosenberg of Simpson Millar who has represented the families of numerous teenagers impacted by the issue, including a girl with ASD who actually tried to kill herself whilst in an isolation booth, said it was a cause for ‘grave concern’.

Posted on: 18 Nov 2019

Difference between Habitual Residence and Domicile in Divorce

We explain the difference between habitual residence and domicile below, but first it’s important to understand what “jurisdiction” is and why this matters to habitual residence and domicile.

Posted on: 18 Oct 2019

Different types of Court Orders for Children

Coming to an agreement with your former partner about your children when your relationship ends can be really difficult. You’ll have to decide where the children live, how they will be raised and who they should have contact with.

Posted on: 08 Oct 2019

Education Lawyers Welcome Call to Improve SEND System

A stark report commissioned by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman released today has highlighted that families with children with SEND are facing lengthy delays and are being forced to fight for what their child is entitled to.

Posted on: 07 Oct 2019

Case Study: Substantial Compensation for Delayed Glaucoma Diagnosis

In 2007, Stephen Colfer started experiencing falls due to his eyesight. He then went to the optician, who suspected he may have glaucoma linked to his diabetes.

Posted on: 04 Oct 2019

Claiming Compensation for a Cerebral Palsy Birth Injury

If your child has sustained a Cerebral Palsy birth injury, you may be entitled to compensation, to get the care and support they will need throughout their life.

Posted on: 03 Oct 2019

What is a Child Safeguarding Policy?

A Child Safeguarding Policy, or Child Protection Policy, is a statement that makes it clear what an organisation or group will do to keep children or vulnerable adults safe.

Posted on: 25 Sept 2019

Case Study: Mother Wanted to Take Child back to Poland without Father’s Consent

Miss S had a young son. She had been a victim of domestic violence by her former partner, the child’s father, shortly after their child was born and she’d left him.

Posted on: 12 Sept 2019

Rev Canon David Tudor Investigated for Alleged Sexual Offences

The Rev Canon David Tudor of Canvey, Essex has been suspended as police carry out investigation into alleged sexual offences, and our specialist Abuse Solicitors are offering assistance to anyone who may have suffered sexual abuse by David Tudor.

Posted on: 04 Sept 2019

Can I Claim Compensation for Abuse when I was a Child?

Although it may be many years before you speak out about the abuse you experienced as a child, you may still be able to claim compensation for child abuse.

Posted on: 04 Sept 2019

Does Personal Injury/Medical Negligence Compensation affect Benefits?

If you successfully pursue a Personal Injury or Medical Negligence claim, you'll receive compensation. A Personal Injury trust provides a secure space for these funds, protected by at least two Trustees, including yourself.

Posted on: 13 Aug 2019

How Much Compensation is Awarded for Child Abuse?

There are two types of claim you can make for child abuse - a Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) claim or a civil claim against the defendant through the Courts. We show the amounts of compensation that can be awarded in both types of claims below.

Posted on: 07 Aug 2019

Education Health and Care Plans and Personal Budgets

If your child is issued an Education, Health & Care plan by the Local Authority, they will identify an amount of money to deliver the plan. You can request a personal budget once you see the draft copy of the EHC plan.

Posted on: 01 Aug 2019

Education Health and Care Plan Case Study

Our client’s son was in mainstream education but wasn’t being provided with adequate support, despite being diagnosed with autism. Learn how we helped

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