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Sex Workers and the Adversity They Face

Currently in the UK, there are approximately 72,800 sex workers, of which 88% are women. These women are vulnerable to physical and sexual assault.

Botched: The Cost of Failed Cosmetic Procedures

After recent investigations, it is thought that a Government ‘campaign’ will be launched to warn the public about the potential implications that cosmetic surgery can carry.   From physical deformities and psychological effects on patients to the economic drain of treatment on the NHS, ‘botched’ procedures are a cost to more than just the unlucky…

Dog Attack – Case Study

The Claimant, a young woman, was invited to the residential property and was expected by the owner.   Although the Claimant had not visited the property before, she was aware that there was a large breed of dog at the property.     She did not know any further information about the dog. The Claimant…

Accidents on Board an Aircraft – Who’s to Blame?

Over recent years, the number of passengers boarding aircraft has increased dramatically. This vast increase of passengers inevitably leads to an increase in the occurrence of onboard incidents involving staff or other paying passengers.   According to one estimate, approximately 4,500 passengers are injured each year from falling baggage. Another common cause of injury is…

Vaginal Mesh Procedure – Update

Carol Cook, our Head of Medical Negligence, responds to the consideration of the Vaginal Mesh Implant procedure being reinstated on the NHS:   “There will have to be substantive research, development and testing on this product before it should be allowed back into general use, as it is considered that this mesh or the use…

The Digital World Part Two: Incapacity and the Digital World

During our lifetime, our online presence is always increasing. So what happens to our social media and online accounts if we become permanently incapacitated?   No-one has any access to my accounts. What can I do? Prepare a Lasting Power of Attorney, providing specific instructions to your attorneys to deal with your social media and…

London Scaffolding Collapse

When recent news broke of the scaffolding collapse in London outside a prominent hospital, I’m sure there were a number of relieved patients and passers-by who felt lucky to have avoided serious injury.

An employee right to day one flexible working requests – Is this idea flawed?

The Labour Party has recently pledged, if they are elected, that they will introduce the right for employees to apply for flexible working from day one of employment.

Making a Personal Injury Claim

When making a claim for Personal Injury, it is important for the Claimant to make sure that they are certain of the facts and figures before it is submitted.