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International serious injury lawyer welcomes new road safety measures in Spain
As a specialist in International Serious Injury, I regularly act for injured and bereaved clients involved in road traffic accidents...
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The need for urgent maternity care reform as analysis identifies top 10 Hospital Trusts with highest number of preventable birth injury claims
Each year there are more than 600,000 births in the UK. The vast majority are safe and bring enjoyment and happiness to families. There...
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Specialist abuse lawyer welcomes conviction of former boarding school housemaster and scout leader Richard Burrows
The conviction of Richard Burrows marks a significant moment in the campaign against child abuse. Burrows, formerly of Birmingham, had...
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Elder abuse: A 'serious issue that requires immediate attention and action' says legal expert
Reading about Nicola Hughes’ experience with her mother’s care at Barrogil House in Fife was both heartbreaking and eye-opening. As a...
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Thirlwall Inquiry: Lawyer calls on Countess of Chester Hospital Trust and executives to accept responsibility for Lucy Letby failures in closing submissions
The Thirlwall Inquiry started its final hearings on Monday with closing submissions made by the core participants and counsel. The...
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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month: Personal injury lawyer speaks out on 'admiration' for Scotland's charity
As we mark Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month this March, I'm reminded of the incredible work being done by Cerebral Palsy Scotland....
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LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme: Military injury lawyers set out what you need to know to make a claim
Prior to 2000, the British Armed Forces enforced the so called “gay ban” policy. Although the Sexual Offences Act 1967 decriminalised...
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Lawyers issue key advice to stay safe from the silent killer carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide is an odourless, colourless gas and one of the most common causes of poisoning worldwide. Often referred to as the...
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Reaper Pilots: Military injury legal expert sets out the impact of remote warfighting and making an AFCS claim
With the advancements in modern technology, military personnel can now be involved in military operations without being physically...
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Lessons to be learned as BBC apologises for failing to stop DJ Tim Westwood's 'bullying and misogynistic behaviour'
As an expert abuse lawyer, it's extremely disheartening to learn about the failures that allowed Tim Westwood’s alleged abusive behaviour...
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Lawyer says abuse and harassment of women in the UK military is 'deeply troubling'
As a senior associate with military claim experience working for Irwin Mitchell Scotland LLP, I find the issue of abuse and harassment of...
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Lawyer 'concerned' about impact of abuse as Royal Mail postman jailed for 6 years
This week, Michael Stewart, a 63-year-old postman, was jailed for six-and-a-half years for groping multiple women while making deliveries...
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Lawyer who supports survivors of abuse speaks out after paedophile Ian Silvester jailed
Ian Silvester used his roles as a scout leader, first aider, scuba instructor, driving instructor and babysitter to abuse boys spanning...
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Phase Transfer EHCPS – Moving on to the next stage of education
Phase transfers refer to the process of moving a child or young person with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) from one key stage...
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Abuse expert's concerns over accounts of mistreatment at Skye House
As a legal expert specialising in abuse cases, I'm deeply troubled by the accounts of mistreatment at Skye House, Scotland's largest...
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Expert lawyers represent Harrods sexual abuse survivors as new allegations emerge that Mohammed Al Fayed's brother also abused workers
It's understood more than 400 people have come forward in relation to the sexual abuse which they experienced at the hands of former...
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Child sexual abuse lawyers welcome removal of three-year time limit for compensation claims
A very welcome change to the legal landscape for survivors of child sexual abuse has been announced today with the removal of the...
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Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry: Lawyer speaks out after Edinburgh abuse "brushed under the carpet"
As a child abuse specialist and Head of Personal Injury Scotland for Irwin Mitchell Scotland, I'm deeply moved by the straight-talking...
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Lawyers support families affected by Leeds maternity failings as BBC investigation finds deaths of 56 babies and two mums may have been preventable
Going into hospital to have a baby is a moment where many women feel, and often are, at their most vulnerable. There can be a lot of...
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Silicosis: As new advice is issued expert lawyer explores the worrying trend of silica exposure and the support available to those affected
New simplified advice has been issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for those who install artificial stone worktops intended...
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Lawyer's concern as cases of alleged medical negligence at University Hospitals Sussex double to more than 200
Across the last 16 years, I’ve represented dozens of clients impacted by medical negligence involving traumatic life-changing injuries or...
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Cruise ship illness: Lawyers set out key advice as number of passengers falling ill hits 10-year high
The cruise industry faced unprecedented challenges in 2024 as stomach bug outbreaks reached their highest levels in over a decade,...
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Concerns Over 34 Patients “Lost To Follow Up” At Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
To deliver safe and effective medical care, it’s fundamental that NHS Trusts ensure all their staff understand their individual...
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As Christmas approaches, one of our serious injury experts expresses concern over the rise in violence against women and girls
Crimes relating to violence against women in England and Wales have risen by 40% in recent years. A ‘national emergency’ The National...
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The importance of rehabilitation when supporting brain injury survivors
It's always worth taking an afternoon away from your desk to attend the Acquired Brain Injury Forum for London’s conference. It's an...
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Personal Injury lawyer says adjusting speed limits in Scotland "warrants careful consideration"
As the Head of Personal Injury at Irwin Mitchell Scotland, I'm deeply committed to advocating for safer roads and protecting the rights...
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Abuse lawyer explains why it's important to be trauma-aware
As a specialist in child abuse and personal injury litigation, I've witnessed firsthand the profound impact that trauma can have on...
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Workplace disease lawyer sets out the rising threat of silicosis and its link to lung cancer
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. As we...
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Virtual wards: Will new care model relieve hospital pressures and uphold patient safety?
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has recently welcomed NHS colleagues from across the county for a virtual ward national...
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Road Safety Week: Serious Injury lawyer explores difficulties faced by new drivers
In the UK, new drivers face significant risks, especially when carrying passengers. While passing a driving test is a milestone, true...
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