Unwritten Wills Fuel Family Feuds: Intestacy Hits Five-Year High
The Ministry of Justice reports a 17% increase in probate disputes, with over 51,140 estates in the last year, reaching a five-year high. Indicating a growing risk of potential feuds over inheritances. In cases where a person dies without a will and owns valuable assets, the court typically issues a ‘grant of letters of…
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Veterans’ Loneliness Awareness Week: Rebuilding Lives, Ending Isolation
Loneliness Awareness Week, hosted by Marmalade Trust, from 9th to 15th June. Aims to reduce stigma around the natural human emotion. The UK Government plans to implement practical, cost-effective recommendations to address systemic issues and rehabilitation of life for those affected by loneliness. Highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and support for UK…
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Silicosarcoidosis: New Occupational Lung Disease Linked to Silica Exposure
Researchers at National Jewish Health and partners in Colorado, Illinois, Taiwan, and Israel have added the new term ‘Silicosarcoidosis’ to the medical language. The term refers to patients showing characteristics of silicosis and sarcoidosis, severe pulmonary diseases. Caused by occupational exposure to respirable crystalline silica (RCS), commonly found in mining, construction, and engineered…
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NHS Launches ‘Veterans ED Care Packs’ for Men’s Mental Health Week
Men’s Mental Health Awareness Week, from June 9th to 15th, encourages service members and civilians to discuss their experiences and the support networks they need to prioritise their mental health. In recognition of this week, NHS Trust’s Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals are introducing ‘Veterans ED Care Packs’ to address the psychological impact…
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Cosmetic surgery negligence claims: Guide to compensation and eligibility
The popularity of cosmetic surgery has surged in recent years, often for aesthetic enhancement or birth defects. However, these procedures can sometimes go wrong, and compensation may be available if a negligent surgeon causes injury. What constitutes a viable Cosmetic Surgery Claim is explained in this guide. When Am I Eligible to…
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Protect Yourself: A New HSE Guide to Safe Stone Worktop Installation & Dust Control
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) introduces new guidelines and develops regulations for stone worktop installers, educating employers and employees on stone dust protection and health monitoring for potential hazards. Dust from natural, artificial, or engineered stone can cause serious illness and occupational asthma, especially in industries involving chemicals and hazardous materials like respirable…
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PTSD Awareness Month 2025: Military Personal Injury Claims
PTSD Awareness Month, held annually in June, aims to raise awareness and understanding about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a severe mental health condition resulting from traumatic events. To help people recover from PTSD and Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), the charity PTSD UK is leading this effort and provides trustworthy, easily comprehensible material. Fostering a community where…
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Woman’s Credit score Plummets After a Monzo Impersonator scammed her out of a £6k loan.
After falling for a sophisticated Monzo impersonation scam, a 25-year-old woman was left with a £6,000 debt and a damaged credit score. In March 2024, Kelle Cowell of Ashford, Kent, received a call from a person impersonating a Monzo representative. The caller advised her to transfer her money for safekeeping after alerting her…
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Breach of Contract Guide: Shaw Trust pays £1,500 after tribunal hearing.
To effectively address an employment contract breach, it is essential to seek legal advice to understand your position and defend your complaint. But where do you begin? An employment contract outlines the terms of the relationship between parties, including express terms like salary, working location, and hours, as well as implied clauses like…
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