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Posted on: 06 Oct 2022

Panorama Investigation Reveals Abuse at Mental Health Hospital

The BBC released findings of its undercover Panorama investigation into the “toxic” environment of one of the UK’s largest mental health hospitals – the Edenfield Centre. The investigation followed allegations made about inappropriate staff behaviour and threats to patient safety.

Posted on: 22 Sept 2022

The Most Dangerous Playgrounds in the UK

Our personal injury team have gathered data on reported accidents and complaints in relation to equipment safety at public playgrounds since 2019. Find out where some of the most dangerous playgrounds can be found, where you will want to be especially vigilant.

Posted on: 16 Sept 2022

Manual Handling Injuries | Safety Checklist

We outline some of the steps you can take to ensure your safety when manually handling items or loads at work, as well as what your employer should be doing to protect you and your colleagues.

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: 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: 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: 17 May 2022

Acquired Brain Injury | Serious Injury Lawyer Supports Call for Evidence

Monday 16 – Sunday 22 May is Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Awareness Week and this year, the focus is on raising awareness of the frustrations that can come with having an “invisible disability”.

Posted on: 28 Apr 2022

Simpson Millar Supports Workers’ Memorial Day

Workers’ Memorial Day brings together workers, their families and workplace unions each year to recognise and remember colleagues who have been killed, seriously injured or have become ill while at work.

Posted on: 28 Mar 2022

Latest HSE Statistics Highlight Increase in Fatal Accidents at Work

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulates workplace health and safety in Britain. Its aim is to prevent work-related injury, fatal accidents and ill health. But the latest statistics released by the HSE have shown that while there’s been a reduction in non-fatal work injuries, there has unfortunately been an increase in fatal accidents.

Posted on: 24 Mar 2022

Almost a Fifth of English and Welsh Roads are ‘Structurally Poor’

For many people potholes are an annoyance, but they also present a real danger to road users if the right maintenance isn’t carried out regularly.

Posted on: 28 Jan 2022

Highway Code Changes Mean Motorists are More Responsible for Road Users' Safety

From Saturday 29 January 2022, new Highway Code rules will apply to all road users. With nine sections being updated and with 50 rules being added or updated, these changes will affect everyone on the roads: from car and van drivers to pedestrians and cyclists.

Posted on: 26 Jan 2022

Everything you need to know about Phantom Limb Pain

Phantom limb pain is when someone experiences pain that seems to come from a limb or finger or toe that isn’t there because of an amputation. For most, phantom limb pain will be temporary and get better over time but this isn’t always the case. It is a recognised form of chronic neuropathic pain.

Posted on: 13 Jan 2022

Cyclist Fatalities Increase as Cycling Increases and Reaches a 46 Year High

Pedal cyclists are some of the most vulnerable on UK roads and since the pandemic, cycling has increased on the roads in England and Wales.

Posted on: 23 Dec 2021

Claiming Compensation for a Horse Riding Injury

Horse riding is a popular hobby and sport but accidents can happen, no matter how experienced of a rider you are. While many situations can be out of your control, if you’re seriously injured in a horse riding accident, and it could have been prevented by someone responsible for your safety, we could help you claim compensation.

Posted on: 09 Nov 2021

How Can Employers Prevent Ladder Accidents at Work?

If you have to climb a ladder as part of your work, there are many health and safety rules employers must follow to reduce your chances of falling off and suffering a serious injury.

Posted on: 10 Sept 2021

Can I Claim Against a Sports Club for a Serious Injury?

Absolutely! Sports clubs are responsible for making sure that any visitors or pupils to their premises are reasonably safe, and the club also has a duty of care to its employees as well.

Posted on: 13 Aug 2021

Adapting Motorcycles for Disabled Riders following a Serious Injury

Being left with a disability after a motorcycle accident can be devastating, particularly if you feel you may never be able to ride again. But we want to help you to rebuild your life, and that means helping you get back on the road.

Posted on: 06 Aug 2021

More Speeding Drivers Causes Serious Injury Risk

More than half of drivers and motorcyclists broke the speed limit during 2020, so could riskier roads be a lasting legacy of lockdown? According to government data, 56% of cars broke the speed limit on 30mph roads last year, along with 58% of vans and 67% of motorcycles.

Posted on: 27 Jul 2021

Government Under Pressure to Tackle E-Scooter Risk

Recent weeks have seen more reports of deaths and serious injuries linked to e-scooters, and more pressure on ministers to take action. Reports of serious accidents involving e-scooters are becoming, sadly, all too common.

Posted on: 12 Jul 2021

Josh Owens: How I Became a British Superbike Racer

Josh Owens has progressed from British 125 and GP2 racing to British Superbike level in recent years and we at Simpson Millar are proud to have sponsored him throughout.