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My personal journey at HJA

As an aspiring lawyer I had obviously heard of HJA and in fact I had applied for a traineeship at the firm, but alas it was not meant to be....

June 28, 2017

Chun Wong

Opinion

Imminent Supreme Court judgment in Worboys case to have major implications for victims of serious crime

A judgment in a case looking at whether the police failed in their duty to protect victims in the case of ‘black cab rapist’, John Worboys, is expected imminently. The…

June 23, 2017
Opinion

Grenfell Tower fire: tenants’ rights and the gaps in the law

The Grenfell Action Group and residents raised repeated concerns about the apparent neglect of health and safety legislation. Whilst there are several potential causes of action, the reality for tenants...

June 23, 2017

Farzana Chowdhury

Opinion

Reaching out to the homeless of Grenfell Tower: Suitable temporary accommodation

Following our earlier blog about the rights of people displaced by the horrifying Grenfell Tower fire, our latest blog examines how and where survivors can expect to be housed.

June 21, 2017

Edward Sharp

Opinion

Tackling Tax Evasion – the new Law coming into force with the Finance Act 2016

Companies are liable for criminal acts committed by employees who encourage or assist tax evasion by other individuals, even in cases where senior management were either uninvolved or unware of...

June 20, 2017

Raj Chada

Opinion

Rolls Royce PLC and Barclays PLC – The Lessons ….

The Serious Fraud Office (“SFO”) has today charged Barclays PLC and four individuals with conspiracy to commit fraud and the provision of unlawful financial assistance. This course of action is...

June 20, 2017
Opinion

Reaching out to the homeless of Grenfell Tower

Like all of us in London, and the UK, every member of staff at HJA has been shaken and devastated by the tragedy of the last week for the residents...

June 19, 2017
Opinion

Grenfell Tower – sharing views on social media. The right to be heard v right not to be distressed

I write this in the days after the horror of the Grenfell Tower fire; the fact of the disaster is known but the amount of families and friends bereaved by...

June 19, 2017

Ruth Harris

Opinion
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Hearsay notices and witness summaries

There are numerous reasons why a witness may be unable or unwilling to assist a party in litigation, either by providing a witness statement, attending court or both. In such...

June 14, 2017
Opinion

CICS – Criminal Injuries Compensation: Scheme or Sham?

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a government funded body which compensates innocent individuals who have been injured as a result of a violent crime.

June 14, 2017

Emma Hall

Blog

Divorce: What income can I expect from my ex?

Indeed, an understandable question to ask a family solicitor at a first meeting. The answer will always depend on the overall finances of the parties and full case preparation can...

June 13, 2017
Opinion

Are some operations unnecessary?

A leading surgeon, Prof Andy Carr, of the respected Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences says that many types of surgery might be pointless. A recent study has...

June 13, 2017
Opinion
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Clinical Negligence and Human Rights

As a member of the clinical negligence team at HJA, part of my role includes helping to deal with new business enquiries. Many potential clients that I have spoken to...

June 12, 2017

Shakti Bhagwansingh

Opinion

The 2017 UK General Election – what does it mean for access to justice and human rights?

Faced with growing political instability and uncertainty surrounding Britain’s departure from the EU, Prime Minister Theresa May’s decision to call a snap General Election could not have come at a...

June 2, 2017
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When does a doctor owe a duty of care to a non-patient?

It is a commonly held principle that a doctor owes a duty of care to their patients. Much more controversial is whether a doctor can owe a duty of care...

June 2, 2017

Emma Wray

Opinion

Communication in Doctor-Patient Relationships

It is an understood fact that science is based on evidence. When you go to see your doctor, they will consider the history you give regarding the symptoms you are...

June 1, 2017
Blog

Clarifying who will make decisions for you if you can no longer do so

Lasting power of attorney and advance decisions are two ways you can ensure your wishes are fulfilled if you are no longer capable of making decisions yourself explains Nicola Waldman....

May 31, 2017
Opinion

Ian Paterson sentenced to 15 years prison

Rogue surgeon Ian Paterson was today jailed for 15 years. Many of his ex-patients will be celebrating the news that his irresponsible actions over a period of many years have...

May 31, 2017
Opinion

The pressures and strains on our doctors

“I want to be able to spend time with each person, to make a diagnosis, not just a best guess” notes an anonymous writer under the title “What I’m really...

May 31, 2017

Priya Singh

Blog

Working in legal aid – Taking on the state can be frustrating but the ability to effect real change makes the fight worthwhile

Ever since I decided to pursue a career in law I knew that I wanted to do so in order to help individuals to hold public bodies accountable for their...

May 31, 2017
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