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Damning new statistics denounce ‘unfair, confusing and inaccessible’ UK justice system
Research into public perceptions of British legal system reveals widespread frustration and lack of trust Lack of education about the law seen as major barrier to accessing justice Comparison with…
North London solicitors launch radio phone-in for London Bengali community
North London solicitors, Hodge Jones & Allen today launch a new legal advice radio show on Betar Bangla, the first radio station aimed at London’s Bangladeshi community. The inaugural phone-in…
High Court considers application for permission for judicial review in test case concerning NHS England’s refusal to fund medication for a child with narcolepsy
On Friday 13th November 2015, a Judge of the High Court will consider an application for permission for the father of a child to seek judicial review of a decision…
Hodge Jones & Allen strengthens its personal injury team with the hire of two new solicitors
Top London law firm Hodge Jones & Allen has strengthened its industry leading personal injury team with the acquisition of solicitors Emma Hall and Steven Violet. Steven becomes a part…
Hodge Jones & Allen lawyer recognised in Magna Carta celebrations by Supreme Court
Portrait by Michael Waller-Bridge Leading human rights lawyer, Jocelyn Cockburn, has been recognised for her role championing the rights of those in the armed forces and some of the most…
Inquest into death of 83 year old man finds mistake by Southampton General Hospital junior doctor led to stroke
Grahame Short, the Coroner at the inquest into the death of Frank Locke, an 83-year-old retired photographer and father of four from Bournemouth, has found that ‘on the balance of…
Inquest into death of 83 year old man to examine failings in post-operative care by Southampton and Bournemouth Hospitals
Venue: Winchester Coroner’s Court, although due to the building works it has been relocated to The Former Grand Jury Room, Castle Avenue, Winchester. Date: 21 September, 10 am A two-day…
Inquest into death of Cornwall farmer identifies failings by his GP and Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust
Mr Andrew Cox, the Coroner at the inquest into the death of Robert Donson, a 71-year-old cattle farmer from Foxhole in Cornwall, has found that Mr Donson died of natural…
Inquest into death of Kent man finds failures in care at Medway Maritime Hospital
Staff at hospital already in special measures failed to recognise basic signs and symptoms of deterioration. The coroner at the inquest into the death of Anthony Baker, a 61-year-old father…
Inquest into Death of Cornwall Farmer to Examine Actions of GP and the Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust
Venue: Plymouth Coroner’s Court, 1 Derriford Park, Derriford Business Park, Derriford, Plymouth PL6 5QZ Date: 16 September, 10 am A one-day inquest will be held this Wednesday, examining the circumstances…