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What is a periodic tenancy?
A periodic tenancy is where the original fixed term has expired but the parties continue on the same basis, or a rolling contract without a fixed term (e.g. monthly) Is…
What are the benefits of Occupational Therapy after a Personal Injury?
The benefits of physiotherapy treatment and other types of treatment following a personal injury are a given and no one would dispute the benefits. However often whilst the focus is...
The laws relating to sex often dominate headlines. Of late those sexual offences concerning the lack of consent are particularly under scrutiny. But the law can be broken even when...
May 11, 2018
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Why a Divorce can be the same as a bereavement and the importance of listening to your solicitor
When you go through a divorce it is commonly acknowledged that the stages can mirror that of a bereavement. People can go through similar stages which such as: denial, anger,...
May 11, 2018
Opinion
Youth Justice Summit 2018: Children and the Police
Caroline Liggins, Head of Youth Team will be attending with Freya Colvin, Bianca St Prix and Aston Stockdale to the annual Youth Justice Summit. We are very proud to be...
People with learning disabilities continue to be failed
The long-awaited publication of the Learning Disabilities Mortality Annual Report last week only served to tell us what we already know: people with learning disabilities keep being failed by the...
Anti-harassment and non-disclosure injunction granted in relation to alleged blackmail
The High Court has recently ordered an injunction against an unknown third party and provided for alternative service by text message. In the case of NPV v QEL and ZED,...
May 10, 2018
Opinion
Should you settle a personal injury case without expert medical evidence?
I am often asked by my clients if they should consider settling their claim despite the need for further medical evidence. Medical evidence should be obtained from independent medico-legal experts...
In recently released figures which was reported in the Guardian, the number of ‘ghost wards’ in NHS hospitals has doubled from 32 in 2014 to 88 in 2018. The figures...
Ombudsman Services – Would a single housing ombudsman be better
Ombudsman Services announced last February that it will be starting a managed withdrawal of the free service available to redress disputes between consumers, surveyors, managing agents, estate agents and letting...
May 9, 2018
Blog
Why do you need an Accredited Solicitor for an Asbestos Compensation Claim?
When you have a minor medical problem, you go see a GP for advice. A GP can tell you about the illness you have, what the causes are, and what...
Failings of the NHS Breast Screening Programme may have resulted in up to 270 deaths
The health secretary Jeremy Hunt has addressed parliament in respect of “a serious failure that has come to light” in the breast cancer screening programme. Issuing an apology and launching…
The myths of ‘rising NHS compensation costs’ and ‘the increasingly litigious society’
Listening to the BBC Radio 5 breakfast show yesterday morning I was disappointed to hear some of the comments made by Dr Pallavi Bradshaw, introduced as a senior medico-legal adviser...
May 3, 2018
Opinion
Large scale neurology patient recall sparks concern in Northern Ireland
News that the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust has recalled 2,500 neurology patients, including children, for a case review 2,500 will no doubt be of huge concern to those...
The NHS defines Never Events as 'serious, largely preventable patient safety incidents that should not occur if relevant preventive measures have been put in place.' There were 445 never events...
May 2, 2018
Opinion
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Balancing life as a solicitor and a mother | Legal Careers
In 2012 I joined the ranks of a working solicitor mum when my son was born. At the time it crossed my mind whether I should consider becoming a stay...
The impact of Asbestos Asbestos is a fibrous material which was extensively used in the UK from the 1900’s, due to its huge versatility and ability to be moulded into...
When an enforced sale following a divorce may actually benefit both parties
For various personal and practical reasons, the family home is generally the central and most sought after asset in matrimonial disputes. In some circumstances, the best and only solution is...
April 25, 2018
Opinion
Legal Aid “Process Made better” for Victims of Domestic Violence
Legal Aid was established to assist individuals who would otherwise be unable to afford legal presentation and access to the court system. However, there has been a few reforms which...
April 24, 2018
Opinion
The Perfect Photo of a Pothole
I act for a number of clients who suffer personal injuries after tripping due to defects on the footpath and road. A local council will usually have a duty to…
