Silicosis: Do’s and don’ts for installing stone worktops according to HSE
The Health and Safety regulator has issued new, simplified advice for workers and employers who deal with engineered stone. The newly published document has been issued after increasing concerns around workers inhaling stone dust – causing long-term and incurable health issues such as silicosis. The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) guidance is…
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Evelin Chacko – Notes from the Inquest
Last week saw the opening of the Inquest touching on the death of Evelin Chacko. We represent the family in this case which surround the admission of a child patient onto a complex care geriatric ward following an overdose. Whilst awaiting further assessments and a decision about her future care Evelin absconded from the…
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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.…
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Scam trends to watch out for in 2025
2024 saw fraudsters using the latest trends and technology to make their scams more convincing and target more people. As we move into 2025, it is anticipated that this year will be no different. We share the most anticipated scam trends to look out for in 2025. 1) AI-powered scams The best…
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Company fined after repeated wood dust safety failures
Timbercraft Windows & Doors recently received a £4,000 fine after it was found that it had repeatedly failed to protect workers from wood dust exposure. Timbercraft Windows & Doors Limited, based in Essex, has received three visits from the health and Safety Executive (HSE) over the course of a twelve year period. …
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Perineal Tears: Am I entitled to compensation?
If you have suffered a perineal tear due to negligence during childbirth, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Perineal tears can occur during childbirth for a number of reasons, such as it being your first vaginal birth, the baby’s position and the baby’s weight. However, healthcare professionals should take the necessary…
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Concerns over maternity care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
At least 56 babies and two mothers have tragically died at Leeds Teaching Hospitals (LTH) NHS Trust over the last five years, with many families questioning whether these deaths could have been avoided. The trust operates two maternity units: Leeds General Infirmary and St James’s University Hospital, both of which are rated ‘good’ by…
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‘UK employers should consider adopting practices similar to Denmark’s’ – says solicitor
The working culture is one of the reasons Denmark is ranked as one of the happiest places to live, new research shows. And now, a psychiatric injury solicitor at Oakwood Solicitors Ltd has spoken out, urging the UK to adopt similar practices. Danes say that in their country, they feel trusted by…
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Woman leaves husband and sent £697,000 to scammer after being convinced she was dating Brad Pitt
A woman from France, who has given her name as Anne, has revealed she was one of the latest of many women falling victim to the ‘Fake Brad Pitt Scam’. The scammer, who convinced her that she was speaking to the Hollywood Actor went on to take almost £700,000 from her. This comes after…
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