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Is My GP/Doctor Insured?

GPs no longer have to pay for their own insurance cover every year; instead this will be backed by the UK government. Not everything is covered by the new scheme. Whether your GP is covered for any particular issue depends on what has happened.

Making a Compensation Claim for Meningitis

Meningitis can kill within hours. It’s not uncommon for a child or a family member who wasn’t diagnosed with meningitis and treated in time to die as a result.

Medical Negligence when Inquest says the Death Could have been Avoided

Dealing with the death of a loved one is difficult enough, but it’s even harder if there is concern or a suggestion that their death could have been avoided.

Is There a Time Limit on When I Can Make a Medical Negligence Claim?

If you’re thinking about making a Medical Negligence Claim, then it’s better to act sooner, rather than later because there is actually a time limit in place. So, you’re probably now thinking, what is the time limit for making a medical negligence claim?

What Support do Pupils with Down’s Syndrome Need at School?

As with any child, the education support a child/ young person requires will vary, as it will depend on what provision is required to meet their needs. For children with Down's Syndrome we explore what could be needed.

How to Appeal to the SEND Tribunal

If your child has Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), adequate provision for them must be made for them at their school. When parents are unhappy with a decision made on their child’s behalf by their Local Authority, they have the right to appeal to the SEND Tribunal.

Manchester City Launch Child Abuse Compensation Scheme

Manchester City Football Club has launched a new redress scheme to award compensation to victims of historical child sexual abuse, in what’s the first move of its kind in British sport.

School Admission Appeals – What Happens When Your Child’s School Placement Doesn’t Meet Their Needs?

Explore how Simpson Millar's expert Education Law team assists families in challenging unfair school admissions. Learn about the appeals process, criteria, and real success stories. Get professional guidance for your child's educational needs.

EHCP Working Document Process Explained

The EHCP working document paperwork process is an important part of any appeal to the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Tribunal against the contents of an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Learn More

What to Do if Your Child’s Medical Condition wasn’t Diagnosed

Does a SEND Child Need a Waking Day Curriculum?

When making an appeal to the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) First-Tier Tribunal for a residential school placement, a point which is often in dispute is whether the child or young person’s needs require a ‘Waking Day Curriculum’.

How to Appeal an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)

If you’ve received a final EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) and you aren’t happy with its contents or the placement named, there are steps you can take.

Local Authorities Failing Thousands of Children with Special Educational Needs

Local Authorities across England are ‘failing’ thousands of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) by missing the final transition Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) or statement deadline, causing ‘unnecessary’ confusion and distress to those affected.

What a Good Education, Health and Care Plan Should Look Like

A good Education, Health and Care Plan (EHC) should be clear, concise, understandable and accessible to education providers and practitioners, as well as the parents, child or young person.

Can I Get Compensation for Historic Abuse?

If you were abused as a child and have since become an adult, you might still be able to claim compensation for the abuse.

Case Study: Boy with ADHD Not Excluded from London Independent School

How we helped stop a child with ADHD from being excluded from school, which led to a full turn around in grades.

Human Rights, Your Rights and the Law in the UK

The Human Rights Act is a UK law passed in 1998 that lets you defend your human rights in Court. It enables you to force government, police and local Councils to treat you with fairness, dignity and respect.

How to Make a Medical Negligence Claim for Cancer

The 4th of February is World Cancer Day, where a global effort is made to raise awareness of cancer and encourage prevention, early detection and treatment.

How Do I Make Sure That My Child Lives With Me?

In the majority of situations, parents can agree between themselves where the children will live. If there is no dispute, then an application to Court is not required. If you are struggling to reach an agreement, there are certain options that should be considered, such as negotiation, mediation and other forms of dispute resolutions.

What Does a Family Law Solicitor Do?

A Family Law Solicitor deals with legal matters that involve you and your family, such as your spouse, your partner, your children and the family home.