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In Conversation with the CEO of the Limbless Association, Deborah Bent and their Chair of Trustees, David Rose

In August I had the pleasure of meeting with the CEO of the Limbless Association, Deborah Bent and their Chair of Trustees, David Rose. We met in order to prepare…

October 23, 2023
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  • general-crime

I Have Been Stopped Under Schedule 7 Of The Terrorism Act 2000. What Are My Rights?

On 25 July, a Welsh woman returning from holiday in Portugal was stopped by officers at Bristol airport. She was taken aside, questioned, detained and had her DNA and fingerprints…

Opinion

When Can Courts Order Genetic Testing in Cerebral Palsy Cases?

Introduction Hodge Jones & Allen has been delighted to support the National Bobath Cerebral Palsy Centre; a UK charity dedicated to supporting people living with cerebral palsy, neurological conditions &…

October 17, 2023
Opinion

Why Does My Medical Expert Not Treat Me?

As a Personal Injury Solicitor my clients will often ask me why a medical expert does not provide treatment when they attend an appointment to see the expert. What is…

October 16, 2023
Opinion

Is Cutting Down a Tree a Crime?

A 300-year-old, award-winning Sycamore tree was chopped down overnight at Hadrian’s wall in Northumberland. The famous tree was voted English Tree of the Year in 2016 in the annual Woodland…

October 16, 2023
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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
Opinion
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  • wills-disputes

What is a Will Reading?

A Will reading is actually a fictional concept devised by writers in books and movies to give dramatic effect to what happens after the momentous death of a character and…

October 10, 2023
Opinion
  • asbestos
  • support

The Role Of Asbestos Support Groups

Local support for those affected by asbestos diseases Every year in the UK thousands of people are diagnosed with an asbestos disease, including mesothelioma. This can be an uncertain and…

October 10, 2023
Opinion
  • amputation

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
Opinion

XL Bully Ban: What’s Next for Owners?

The UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, announced on the 15th of September that the dog breed known as American bully XL will be banned by the end of this year,…

October 9, 2023
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  • personal-injury

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
Opinion

The Changing Landscape of Clinical Negligence Litigation in England: Fixed Recoverable Costs and No-Fault Compensation

Introduction If you or a loved one have suffered from clinical negligence in England, you may be facing a rapidly evolving legal landscape. In recent years, there has been a…

October 3, 2023
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  • ToLATA claim

A Guide To A Trust Of Land Claim – Beneficial Interest In A Property

A trust of land claim, is also known as a ToLATA claim (under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996). The typical application is for the declaration…

September 26, 2023
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  • accident-in-public-spaces

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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  • mesothelioma

#CAPEMUSTPAY CAMPAIGN HOTS UP – Asbestos victims call on French & New Zealand rugby teams to end ‘sportswashing’ sponsorship deals with Altrad

UK and French anti-asbestos campaigners and asbestos victims are protesting outside the France vs New Zealand rugby match at the Stade de France on Friday 8th September 2023. A Press…

September 7, 2023
Opinion
  • wills-disputes

Witnessing Of A Will – Even Through A Car Window (Baker And Spiers v Hewston (2023)

A Will is a very important legal document and must be prepared, executed and witnessed in a certain way to be valid. It is very easy to fall foul of…

September 5, 2023
Opinion
  • general-crime

Providing a ‘No Comment’ Interview at the Police Station

A police interview can be a stressful experience for anyone. The idea of being a suspect in a criminal investigation and facing potential serious charges is a daunting prospect whether…

August 22, 2023
Opinion
  • accident-in-public-spaces

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
Opinion
  • housing-and-property

Tenancy Deposit Disputes – Your Rights As A Tenant!

At Hodge Jones & Allen, we are approached by tenants complaining of landlords failing to return Tenant deposits in full despite their legal requirement to do so or without justified…

Opinion
  • contentious-probate

Due Execution Of A Will – A Reminder In The Case Of Smith v Ganning (2022)

There are many different reasons for contesting a will, these include: Incorrectly drafted wills Wills not being signed and witnessed in accordance with the law Coercion (undue influence) of the…

August 11, 2023
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