Faulty Ear Protection Leads to British Military legal Action
Thousands of British military personnel are taking legal action against 3M, claiming that defective ear protection provided for combat and training resulted in serious injuries such as tinnitus and deafness. The case mirrors a massive settlement in the United States, where 3M agreed to pay out $6 billion (£4.5 billion) in 2023 to resolve…
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Alarming Gaps Found in Protecting Workers from Excessive Noise
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) exposed “alarming gaps” in noise-damage management, noting that 75% of workplaces lacked employees with the basic knowledge to maintain their hearing protection gear. The HSE identifies significant failings in the UK The HSE’s campaign identified significant failings across UK workplaces, particularly concerning employee training and equipment management…
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“Hiding in Plain Sight”: Surgeon Jailed for Staff Assault
A senior heart surgeon, who abused his position of power, has been sentenced to six years in jail for sexually assaulting female hospital staff for over five years. Amal Bose, 55, from Lancaster, was convicted in June of 12 counts of sexual assault against five women while working at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. The…
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A Guide to Secondary Victim Claims
When we hear about an accident, we often think of the person who was directly involved, the primary victim. But what about the people who weren’t physically hurt but were there to witness the traumatic event? These individuals are known as secondary victims, and under specific circumstances, they may be able to claim compensation…
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Equality for Workers Union Podcast – Workplace Accident Claims
Alex Singleton, a Paralegal and key member of our Employers’ and Public Liability team, was recently asked to make a guest appearance on the Equality for Workers Union (EFWU) Podcast to answer some questions about accident in the workplace claims. Here are some excerpts from the full podcast, including quotes from Alex. We hope…
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Brewing Hope: Oakwood’s Coffee Morning for Macmillan
Oakwood Solicitors is proud to announce our support for Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning. We understand that a cancer diagnosis can be a challenging time, not just for the individual but for their entire family. The emotional, physical, and financial burdens can be overwhelming. This is why we are committed to doing our part…
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Elderly Woman Conned in “Stranded Astronaut” Romance Scam
Police are warning the public to be cautious of online romance scams after an 80-year-old woman in Japan was swindled out of one million yen by a fraudster posing as a stranded astronaut. The timeline of events The victim, who lives alone on Japan’s northern Hokkaido Island, met the scammer on social media…
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Over-50s Lead the Way in Organ Donation Week 2025
The NHS is launching its annual Organ Donation Week from September 22 to 28, 2025, aiming to increase awareness about organ donation and encourage more people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register. New figures from NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) show a significant and historic shift in organ donation. As people over the…
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What is a “No Win, No Fee” Agreement?
If you’re considering a compensation claim but are worried about the financial risk. A no-win, no-fee agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement, can offer a solution. This type of legal arrangement allows you to pursue a claim without paying any solicitors’ fees upfront. The core principle is simple: you only pay…
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