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A guide to care home abuse claims – What you need to do

At Oakwood Solicitors, we understand how distressing it is to discover that a loved one has suffered abuse in a care home – a place that should be a safe and nurturing environment.   If you or someone you care about has been affected, you may be entitled to make a legal claim for compensation.…

Can I make an abuse claim if my abuser is deceased?

We are often asked by our clients if whether the fact that the person who abused them is now deceased will prevent them from pursuing a claim for compensation.   The short answer is no, but it does raise additional issues which need to be addressed or may require further evidence. We thought it would…