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Rehabilitation In Personal Injury Claims

During the course of a personal injury claim, clients may have suffered from a physical injury or a physical injury and psychological symptoms as a result of an accident. In…

October 13, 2023

Karen Mann

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Limb Loss – How To Value Amputation Claims?

As a practicing solicitor who deals with serious injuries I know that that effect of the loss of a limb is incalculable. The law has developed to create a system…

October 10, 2023

Anne Sanders

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Why Do I Need A Medical Report When Bringing My PI Claim? Can’t My Doctor Just Write A Report?

When bringing a personal injury claim it is necessary to prove that your injuries ( what we refer to as “pain, suffering and loss of amenity”) and your symptoms are…

October 5, 2023

Louise Jukes

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ONE PUNCH AWARENESS WEEK: 18th to 22nd September 2023

The disastrous outcome of throwing just one punch is being highlighted once again this week. One Punch Awareness Week is held annually and is organised by the charity One Punch…

September 20, 2023

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Gathering Evidence In A Personal Injury Claim

In a personal injury case, the burden of proof is on the Claimant to prove their claim. It is therefore really important that if you have been involved in an…

August 15, 2023

Daniel Denton

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National Road Victim Month: 1st – 31st August 2023

National Road Victim Month is held annually in August and organised by the charity RoadPeace to remember people that have been killed or injured on our roads. RoadPeace designated August…

August 7, 2023

Araba Quartey

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Supporting National Road Victim Month 2023

National Road Victim Month is held annually in August to remember people that have been killed or injured on our roads. As well as honouring these people, it is also…

August 1, 2023

Denise Doherty

Opinion

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Common Accidents During Summertime & The Duties Of Care That You’re Owed

Summer is always an exciting time for everyone. The sun comes out and everybody gets ready to do fun activities outside that they weren’t able to do in the winter…

July 18, 2023

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Medical Negligence Settlement For Delay In Diagnosis Of Compartment Syndrome, Leading To Above Knee Amputation

When our client underwent routine coronary artery bypass surgery he could not imagine he would leave hospital with an amputation of his left leg. After surgery, whilst still sedated and…

July 5, 2023

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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

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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

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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

Emma Hall

Opinion

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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

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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

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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

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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

Emma Hall

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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

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The Prevention Of Work Related Accidents And Diseases – World Day For Safety And Health At Work Day

Classed as a ‘fundamental right’ and recognised by the United Nations, World Day for Safety and Health at Work is part of a global strategy to raise awareness on occupational…

April 28, 2023

Louise Jukes

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World Malaria Day 2023

25th April 2023 is World Malaria Day. A day recognised globally to highlight the need for continued investment and political commitment to help prevent and control this curable disease. What…

April 24, 2023

Emma Hall

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The Importance Of Medical Records As Evidence In A Personal Injury Claim

Medical records form a key part of evidence in a personal injury claim. A Claimant may not necessarily appreciate the significance of what is written in their medical records in…

April 21, 2023

Usheena Patel