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Posted on: 07 Sept 2022

Case study: £120,000 Compensation for Delivery Driver Injured at Work

Our client was working as a delivery driver and a step at the back of her van gave way causing her to fall and suffer multiple injuries. See how we achieved compensation for her, for future care and treatment.

Posted on: 07 Sept 2022

Injured Worker Secures £187,300 After Machine Accident

A man was severely injured in an accident at work when his arm was crushed in a malfunctioning machine. His life will never be the same again, but we were able to secure the treatment he needed and the compensation he deserved.

Posted on: 06 Sept 2022

Changes to Abuse Law for Non-Fatal Strangulation and Suffocation Offences

Abusers who use strangulation or suffocation as a form of intimidation or control could now face up to five years in prison under new non-fatal strangulation and suffocation charges.

Posted on: 02 Sept 2022

Review Into Nottingham NHS Maternity Failings Begins

Following a joint investigation by the Independent and Channel 4 News which revealed repeated maternity failings at the Queen's Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital, an independent review led by senior midwife Donna Ockenden has been launched this week.

Posted on: 01 Sept 2022

How Does the NHS Plan to Tackle Ambulance Delays?

As part of its Long Term Plan, the NHS has set out ambitions to eliminate existing ambulance handover delays. This refers to amount of time it takes for a patient to be transferred from ambulance paramedics to hospital staff.

Posted on: 30 Aug 2022

Can I Claim Compensation for a Delay in Crohn’s Disease Diagnosis?

There are sadly cases where people have delays to their Crohn's Disease diagnosis and the necessary treatment, or have been misdiagnosed. Our team could help you bring a medical negligence claim against the GP or hospital/trust who were responsible.

Posted on: 19 Aug 2022

Victims of Infected Blood Scandal to Receive £100,000 Compensation

After decades of campaigning, the government has this week announced that it will be offering £100,000 in compensation to around 4,000 victims of the infected blood scandal.

Posted on: 15 Aug 2022

Convicted Former Sports Coach Faces new Sexual Abuse Charges

Michael Green, who is now 80 years old, was already serving a prison sentence for sexual offences when he was found guilty of further abuse towards young boys as far back as fifty years ago.

Posted on: 15 Aug 2022

Compensation Secured for Support Worker Injured in Fall

We helped a support woman achieve compensation after she fractured her elbow whilst working as a support worker at a commercial care home. She was pushed and fell from a terrace down a wall and suffered serious injuries.

Posted on: 12 Aug 2022

Former Rhydd Court School Teachers Face Child Abuse Charges

Following investigations by West Mercia Police, eight former teachers have this month appeared in Court to face charges of child cruelty and sexual abuse. They are accused of assaulting, neglecting and ill-treating pupils at Rhydd Court School in Malvern, Worcester between 1979 and 1991.

Posted on: 09 Aug 2022

What are the Most Common Causes of Delivery Driver Accidents?

As the demands on delivery drivers become greater, we are unfortunately seeing an increase in the number of work-related accidents taking place both on roads and in delivery premises. See what the most common causes of these are.

Posted on: 03 Aug 2022

Police Urged to Investigate Historic Sexual Abuse at Stoke City FC

George Blackstock and seven other former apprentice players are asking for a new investigation to take place into their allegations of abuse at Stoke City FC.

Posted on: 28 Jul 2022

Justice at Last for Devastated Family of ‘Incredible Young man’

The parents of a young man with learning difficulties who died after doctors failed to diagnose him with sepsis have finally received a ‘proper letter of apology’ from the East Cheshire NHS Trust, two years after it admitted to failings in his care.

Posted on: 26 Jul 2022

Inquiry Reveals Child Sex Abuse in Telford Became “Generational”

In April 2018, an independent inquiry was commissioned to investigate child sexual exploitation within the Borough of Telford and Wrekin. This month, the findings of this investigation were released, revealing significant failings on the part of Telford and Wrekin Council from as far back as 1989.

Posted on: 26 Jul 2022

New Speed Limiters Could Reduce Road Collisions by 30 Percent

As of 6 July 2022, speed limiters – or Intelligent Speed Assistance systems – have become mandatory in all new vehicles sold in the European Union. Despite Brexit, the legislation could be applied in the UK to try and reduce the number of road traffic collisions.

Posted on: 21 Jul 2022

What is Section 20 Accommodation and Can you Refuse to Agree to it?

A Section 20 is a voluntary agreement where social workers invite a person with Parental Responsibility to agree to have their child temporarily placed in alternative accommodation such as foster care. If a social worker has asked you to consider Section 20, you might be feeling worried about what happens next. It’s important you consider your options carefully before making any decisions.

Posted on: 20 Jul 2022

Who is Responsible for Courier Safety?

If you’ve been involved in an accident whilst working as a courier or delivery driver, you may be unsure of where to turn to for support and compensation. We often see that couriers are unfairly blamed for accidents that could have been prevented if duty holders had effectively co-operated with each other.

Posted on: 13 Jul 2022

Government Launches Tackling Domestic Abuse Plan

The government has announced a new plan, which aims to tackle domestic violence and provide help for those in need of support. Here we discuss the realities of domestic abuse in the UK, and how the government’s new plan aims to make a change.

Posted on: 13 Jul 2022

Compensation Secured for man who Fell in Supermarket Toilet

We successfully supported and represented a man who was injured after he slipped on a wet floor in a supermarket toilet. Our client, Mr. F, was at his local supermarket when he went into the toilets but slipped on a wet floor and suffered damage to his left hip.

Posted on: 11 Jul 2022

The Importance of ISVAs for Survivors of Sexual Abuse

Our Abuse Solicitors attended the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) abuse conference on 23 June 2022. This is an annual event which welcomes different speakers to discuss areas relating to the work we do for our clients.

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