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Work-related fatal injury statistics from April 2024 to March 2025

Shahina Sakeria
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One of the most difficult types of case we deal with in our personal injury team are workplace fatalities. These claims arise when an employee suffers the loss of their life as a result of a work-related incident caused by their employer’s...

Hip dysplasia - in new-born babies and the effects of missed diagnosis

Colette Crowley
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Congenital hip dysplasia is a condition in which the ball and socket hip joint has not formed properly, resulting in the hip joint being loose or dislocated fully or partially.  Around 1 in every 6 babies born will have some element of hip dysplasia,...

NHS waiting times show signs of progress

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NHS England has reported earlier this month that it has been making progress in reducing waiting times for patients.  The national target for England has been set for 65% of patients to be waiting no more than 18 weeks from referral to treatment by...

Common medical errors leading to spinal injuries: what you should know

Ron Leong
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In the UK, there are an estimated 40,000 people suffering spinal injuries each year and over 1,200 people have become paralysed due to spinal damage. Generally, spinal injury can be either caused by traumatic incidents (e.g. road traffic accident ) or...

Should you mediate?

Matthew Smith
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Following on from our blog which considered whether you need to mediate , equally as important is whether you should mediate. Even if you are not required to attend a mediation, there are various advantages of doing so: High chance of settlement ...

How to resolve an unmarried property dispute with your ex-partner

Kimberley Knapper
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A dispute with your ex-partner over property can be emotionally and financially draining. Whether you were cohabiting or in a long-term relationship, the division of property, particularly real estate, can quickly become a source of tension. ...

Injured as a result of a car door opening whilst riding a bicycle

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Cyclists are one of the most vulnerable road users as they do not have much protection from bodily injury and also are more difficult to see on a road compared to larger motor vehicles.  One of the frequent causes of serious cycling injuries ...

The role of land surveyors and experts in resolving land disputes

Kimberley Knapper
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Land disputes remain one of the most common sources of conflict amongst landowners. Whether it’s a dispute regarding boundary lines, ownership or rights imposed on the land, it can quickly escalate into complex legal issues. Land surveyors and...

Tips to keep your child safe during the summer holidays

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The school summer holidays are fast approaching, and many people will be planning days out with their children to make the most of this time. Unfortunately, some activities are riskier than others, and we often see injury claims brought on behalf of...

Mandatory food waste separation for business - what you need to know

Paul Loughlin
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As part of the UK government's wider push toward environmental sustainability, new regulations on food waste separation have come into force for businesses in England. From 31 March 2025, organisations that produce food waste are legally required to...

HGV safety standards in London: what you need to know

Paul Loughlin
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In October 2024 Transport for London (TfL) introduced stricter safety requirements for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) operating in the capital as part of the city’s Vision Zero strategy to eliminate deaths and serious injuries on London’s...

A guide to what happens at the Magistrates Court

Duncan Phillips
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You may have received a postal requisition (sometimes referred to as a summons) in the post or whilst at the police station been told that you have been charged with an offence and need to attend the Magistrates Court. This can be a very distressing time...

New rent rules under the Renters' Rights Bill

Holly Monk
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With the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill, it will become increasingly important for landlords to set the rent amount carefully. Advertising rent Properties will need to be advertised at a ‘proposed rent’, and landlords will be...

What are the grounds for divorce?

Emma Roberts
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With the implementation of the no-fault divorce regime in April 2022, the UK’s divorce process has become more straightforward and less adversarial. Under this new system, couples no longer need to assign blame or provide specific grounds for divorce....

The process of transferring the equity in a property

Natalie Penman
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What is a transfer of equity, and do you need a solicitor? The conveyancing process for transferring equity in England and Wales involves the legal transfer of ownership or shares in a property from one party to another. This is typically done when...

Pets and the Renters' Rights Bill

Holly Monk
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Currently, very few landlords allow tenants to keep pets. This can be for many reasons, including the belief that pets will cause damage or nuisance. However, when the Renters’ Rights Bill comes into force, this will no longer be the case....