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action-against-the-police
civil-liberties
human-rights

The Battle of Orgreave: Time for Change

18th June 2024 marked the 40th anniversary of the battle of Orgreave, a violent clash between police and picketing miners during the miners’ strikes of 1984 to 1985. On that…

July 1, 2024

Sasha Barton

Opinion

personal-injury
road-traffic-accident

Recognising Whiplash 3 Years On

A guide for Claimants in light of the Supreme Court decision in Hassam & Anor v Rabot & Anor [2024] UKSC 11 Claimants can claim full common law compensation for…

July 1, 2024

Jack Foran

Opinion

extradition
falsely-accused-of-crime

Impact of the Conflict in Gaza on Extradition

The current conflict in Gaza is undoubtedly having a significant impact on daily life not only in Gaza but also around the world. Whilst both boycotts and protests have been…

July 1, 2024

Shyan MacTavish

Opinion

crime
crime-investigation
representation

The Importance of Silence When Arrested: Protect Your Rights

Being arrested is very daunting and there is an understandable kneejerk reaction when faced with authority to say something… anything. However, sometimes silence is protection. Prior to and upon arrest…

June 26, 2024

Jessica Murray

Opinion

crime
general-crime

What Can The Result Of The 2024 Bellamy Report Offer The Crumbling System Of Criminal Legal Aid?

In 2021 Sir Christopher Bellamy KC’s independent report into criminal legal aid was published. The report confirmed that the criminal justice system had been under funded for many years and…

June 25, 2024

Blog

personal-injury
rehabilitation
serious-injury

Can I Claim Rehabilitation In A Personal Injury Claim?

Rehabilitation to form a core part of NHS Future Planning? With the General Election underway, Headway (a leading Brain Injury Charity) has highlighted that it is vital that rehabilitation forms…

June 24, 2024

Karen Mann

Opinion

contentious-probate
dispute-resolution

What Is The ACTAPS Code?

The Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists (“ACTAPS”) was founded in September 1997 for lawyers specialising in trust and probate work. You can find a specialist lawyer from their…

June 21, 2024

Chun Wong

Opinion

property-disputes

How To Avoid And Resolve Construction Disputes

Construction projects can often lead to dispute between the employer, contractor, subcontractor or an architect. Whilst constructions projects in today’s economy are essential for the growth and development, they can…

June 17, 2024

Reema Chugh

Blog

crime
general-crime
offence

What To Do If Charged With A Child’s School Attendance Offence?

I have been charged with an offence about my child failing to attend school. What do I do now? Types of offences There are a number of different offences under…

June 17, 2024

Ghislaine Sandoval

Opinion

property-disputes

Rent Reviews in Commercial Leases

Rent reviews clauses are crucial in a commercial lease which affects landlords and tenants. The process ensures that the rental amount being achieved and paid is fair and reflects markets…

June 17, 2024

Reema Chugh

Blog

family-law
mediation-and-arbitration

What Is Arbitration And Can It Be Used To Resolve My Dispute?

There are lot of methods for dealing with family law disputes and it can be hard to know which one is the right fit for your situation. In this article…

June 12, 2024

Vanessa Friend

Opinion

property-disputes

Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 – The Future of Leasehold Extensions

In November 2023, The Department for Levelling Up; Housing & Communities first put forward the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill. As of 24 May 2024, this Bill attained Royal Assent…

June 11, 2024

Mandhir Seera

Blog

property-disputes

How Do I Know If I Have A Compliant Fire Door?

Leading Framework Legislation relating to fire doors While the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (‘the 2005 legislation’) is still in effect, subsequent legislation relating to fire safety has since…

June 11, 2024

Bahareh Amani

Opinion

compensation
personal-injury

Proving Expenses In A Personal Injury Claim

When pursuing a personal injury claim under English law, one of the crucial elements is proving the expenses incurred due to the injury. This process involves gathering and presenting evidence…

June 10, 2024

Usheena Patel

Opinion

compensation
no-win-no-fee
personal-injury

Understanding Compensation in Personal Injury Claims

How much is my personal injury claim worth? This is probably the most common question that I am asked as a claimant personal injury solicitor. As well as wanting treatment…

May 31, 2024

Emma Hall

Blog

property-disputes

Leasehold Reforms Become Law

On 24 May 2024, the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill became law and is now known as the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (“Act”). The Act is aimed at…

May 31, 2024

Reema Chugh

Opinion

property
property-disputes
residential-property-disputes

Loss Of Amenity From The Presence Of Japanese Knotweed – The Final Final Word In Davies V Bridgend County Borough Council (2024)

Last year we reported on this case about whether a home owner could claim for ‘residual diminution in value’ from the encroachment of Japanese knotweed (JKW) from neighbouring land. We…

May 28, 2024

Chun Wong

Blog

criminal-defence
general-crime

Terrorism And Protest – What Are The Most Common Offences And How Can You Defend Yourself

There has been a recent increase in the number protestors who are being prosecuted for terrorism related offences, including for activity taking place online and during the course of peaceful…

May 23, 2024

Francesca Cociani

Opinion

brain-injury
personal-injury

Action for Brain injury Week (20th May to 26th May 2024)

At Hodge Jones and Allen we have experienced Solicitors representing clients who have suffered a brain injury following an accident that was not their fault. We represent both adults and…

May 23, 2024

Karen Mann

Blog

medical-negligence
no-win-no-fee

How to Claim for Medical Negligence?

Making a successful medical negligence claim requires a thorough understanding of the legal process. When considering how to make a medical negligence claim, The first step is to consult an…

May 23, 2024

Geoffrey Simpson-Scott