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  • asbestos
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Remembering Mavis Nye

1941 – 2023 My colleagues and I, at Hodge Jones & Allen, were deeply saddened by the recent death of Mavis Nye. She was an incredible human, a fighter for…

November 27, 2023
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  • brain-injury

#RoadSafetyWeek – Case Settlement Report: Traumatic Brain Injury

It is Road Safety Week this week (19th – 25th November 2023). Our Team often deals with a number of Road Traffic Accident claims which can result in life changing…

November 23, 2023
Opinion
  • road-traffic-accident

Time To Fasten The Belt……#RoadSafetyWeek

It is Road Safety week this week (19th – 25th November 2023). We want to highlight the importance of what can happen if you are involved in an accident and…

November 23, 2023
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  • family-law

What Can I Do If My Partner Is Blocking Contact Or Travel Over The Festive Period?

With the festive period fast approaching, questions that are often asked of family practitioners is how do parents divide the Christmas holidays, in particular, who gets Christmas Day contact and…

November 22, 2023
Opinion
  • personal-injury
  • road-traffic-accident

#Road Safety Week 2023: SPEEDING

It is Road Safety week this week (19th – 25th November 2023). We want to highlight the importance of keeping to a safe speed on the roads and how to…

November 22, 2023
Opinion

Can I Claim Compensation For An Accident Caused By Bad Weather?

Winter is closing in on us, causing an increased risk of accidents due to bad weather. Many people consider bad weather conditions as ‘an act of god’ – temporary and…

November 21, 2023
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  • no-win-no-fee
  • road-traffic-accident

Road Safety Week 19th to 25th November 2023 – How Brake Can Help

Who is Brake? Brake is a charity campaigning for change to supporting people affected by road death and serious injury. Brake’s National Road Victim Service is a free and confidential…

November 21, 2023
Opinion

Nothing Lasts Forever Even Cold November Rain

The captivating rock ballad November Rain penned by the legendary and talented musician Axl Rose, of the famous band Guns and Roses has often sprang to mind this November. We…

November 20, 2023
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  • general-crime
  • representation

Guide To Westminster Magistrates’ Court

Westminster Magistrates’ Court deals with a variety of criminal cases. Westminster Magistrates’ Court generally deals with cases originating from police stations in Paddington, West End Central, Euston and Charing Cross.…

Opinion
  • accident-in-public-spaces

Can I Still Make A Personal Injury Claim If I Have Been Involved In A Hit And Run? #RoadSafetyWeek

It is Road Safety Week this week (19th – 25th November 2023). We want to highlight the importance of what can happen if you are involved in an accident which…

November 20, 2023
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  • general-crime
  • youth-crime

What Is Modern Slavery?

Modern slavery is an exploitative crime. Victims of modern slavery are extremely vulnerable, and have often been subjected to threats, physical violence and sexual exploitation. There is an increasing amount…

Opinion
  • brain-injury

Personal Injury Claims for Concussion in Rugby

Last year I wrote about the ticking time bomb class action lawsuit that was about to change the future of rugby. So where are we now over one year later?…

November 13, 2023
Opinion

Holographic Wills – What Did Aretha Franklin’s Case Teach Us?

A holographic will is a will which has been written entirely by the testator. In England and Wales, a holographic will (like any other will) is only valid if it…

November 13, 2023
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Can I Claim Rehabilitation In A Personal Injury Claim?

As a Claimant Personal Injury Solicitor, when I take on a Personal Injury Claim for Claimant’s I will always consider the Rehabilitation Code at the outset of the claim. What…

November 10, 2023
Opinion

My Training Contract Journey So Far: My First Three Months As A Trainee Solicitor

I began my training contract in September 2023, and I am currently sitting in the firm’s Medical Negligence department. I am now almost halfway through my first seat and the…

November 10, 2023
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  • no-win-no-fee
  • personal-injury

Terms Used In Personal Injury Claims

As a Personal Injury Solicitor with over 12 years’ experience of personal Injury claims, I often have clients ask me what certain terms mean during the course of their claim.…

November 8, 2023
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True Or False: Common Misconceptions In Personal Injury Claims

There are many misconceptions about personal injury claims. As a personal injury solicitor for over 10 years, here are a few points that often arise. I can bring a personal…

November 7, 2023
Opinion

The Criminal Process For Young People

Not too long ago, a 15-year-old girl was tragically stabbed to death on her way to school in Croydon. A 17-year-old boy was later taken into custody and later charged…

November 6, 2023
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  • personal-injury

Why Do I Have To Submit Documents To Prove My Loss Of Earnings In The Personal Injury Claim?

I was unable to work due to my injury, is that not enough? If you have been involved in an accident, through no fault of your own, you may have…

November 6, 2023
Opinion
  • no-win-no-fee
  • personal-injury

Celebrating National Pro Bono Week

Pro Bono work is legal advice or representation provided free of charge by legal professionals in the public interest. The combination of legal aid cuts made by the government and…

November 6, 2023
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