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  • asbestos

Action Mesothelioma Day 2023

This week we will be taking part in events to mark Action Mesothelioma Day, which is a special day of awareness and remembrance for all those affected by mesothelioma and…

July 3, 2023

Isobel Lovett

Opinion
  • wills-disputes

How To Challenge A Will: The First Step – A Larke V Nugus Request

If you have concerns as to the validity of a will, or the circumstances in which the will was written, prepared or executed, you may be able to investigate this.…

June 27, 2023

Bahareh Amani

Blog
  • compensation

APIL – Injury Prevention Week

The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) is a highly reputable, not for profit organisation that diligently campaigns for the rights of injured victims of negligence, making a real difference…

June 26, 2023

Usheena Patel

Opinion
  • mesothelioma

Bereavement Compensation: Outdated And Unfair

Asbestos Related Diseases Many people have been exposed to asbestos dust, whether it be at work, from washing a family member’s asbestos contaminated clothing, having lived close to an asbestos…

June 23, 2023

Lorna Webster

Opinion
  • compensation

I Haven’t Sought Medical Treatment; Can I Still Make A Personal Injury Claim?

It is important to seek medical advice if you have been injured in an accident. However, maybe you didn’t seek medical attention because you thought your injuries were not bad…

June 22, 2023
Opinion
  • contentious-probate

How Can I Stop A Claim On An Estate – The Use Of A Caveat?

When someone passes, they often leave financial matters and assets which need to be attended to. The person who has been given the legal authority and permission to do so…

June 21, 2023

Bahareh Amani

Blog
  • air-pollution

Remembering Ella

Clean Air Day raises awareness about air pollution and promoting actions to improve air quality. Ella Roberta Adoo-Kissi-Debrah’s story brought to the fore the devastating effects of air pollution on…

June 15, 2023
Opinion

The Makeup That Is Most Likely To Contain Talc – And Potentially Harmful Asbestos

Talc, which is a naturally occurring mineral, is a key ingredient in many cosmetic products, but it can be contaminated with asbestos fibres – a Class 1 carcinogen. We’ve been…

June 15, 2023
Opinion
  • accident-in-public-spaces
  • compensation
  • road-traffic-accident

Mitigation in Personal Injury Claims

What is Mitigation? In a personal injury claim, mitigation means reducing the severity of an injury as well as keeping losses after an accident to a minimum as far as…

June 14, 2023
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  • residential-property-disputes

The How to Rent Guide Revisited – What’s New In The March 2023 Update And Why It Matters For Landlords & Letting Agents

As of 24 March 2023, The Department for Levelling Up; Housing & Communities has updated it’s How to Rent guide. The guide is written for people who are renting a…

June 13, 2023
Opinion
  • nuisance-and-negligence

Noisy Neighbours And How To Deal With Them

Having noisy neighbours is frustrating for many, and can seriously impact the enjoyment of your home, whether you are a homeowner, or tenant. In most circumstances, it is difficult to…

June 8, 2023

Bahareh Amani

Opinion
  • wills-disputes

The Importance Of Kaur V Singh (2023) – When A Wife Is Disinherited

The facts of the case were not particularly unusual. Mrs Kaur and Mr Singh were married in 1955, for some 66 years. They were survived by 6 adult children –…

June 7, 2023

Chun Wong

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  • mental-capacity

Celebrating Carers Week: Honouring the Unsung Heroes

Carers Week is a special time of the year when we reflect on the incredible contributions made by caregivers worldwide. These selfless individuals dedicate themselves to caring for others. Our…

June 7, 2023
Opinion
  • fatal-injury
  • road-traffic-accident

Child Accident Prevention Trust – Child Safety Week 2023

Child Safety Week is a campaign by the Child Accident Prevention Trust. The purpose is to educate and raise awareness of parents and carers to prevent accidents. Most common accidents…

June 5, 2023

Karen Mann

Opinion
  • personal-injury

What Is The Burden Of Proof And Why Does It Matter?

Personal injury claims are civil actions brought against an individual, organisation or public authority. A very high number of personal injury claims are settled out of court between the parties…

June 1, 2023
Opinion
  • brain-injury

If In Doubt, Sit Them Out

With concussion and brain injuries at the forefront of the conversation surrounding contact sports, concussion guidance has now been released. Hailed as a world leading landmark in sports concussion management,…

June 1, 2023
Opinion
  • accident-in-public-spaces

A Bank Holiday Usually Means Rain…

Whilst generally the weather is improving, one thing that can usually be expected with a bank holiday weekend is rain! With poor weather comes wet and slippery floors in supermarkets,…

May 26, 2023
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  • burns-and scarring-injuries

Can I Bring A Personal Injury Claim If I Have Suffered Scarring?

If you have suffered from scarring as a result of an accident, you can bring a Personal Injury claim. Here at Hodge Jones and Allen, we have a highly skilled…

May 16, 2023
Opinion
  • youth-crime

Age Is More Than A Number: Sentencing Adults For Offences Committed As A Child

When adults are sentenced for offences committed as children, the court must apply youth‑sentencing principles to reflect their reduced culpability and the welfare‑focused aims of the youth justice system. The...

May 11, 2023

Laura O’Brien

Opinion
  • discrimination-and-equality

Racism In Policing, From Macpherson To Casey: Has Anything Changed?

The 22nd April 2023 marked the 30th anniversary of the tragic and racially-motivated murder of Stephen Lawrence, who was killed at a south-east London bus stop in 1993 at the…

May 10, 2023

Megan Finnis

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