Care home abuse: Five signs to look out for
Nursing homes are supposed to be safe places where vulnerable people, such as the elderly or those with disabilities are looked after by people who are there to support them through everyday life. However, unfortunately this does not always happen, and sometimes care home residents face abuse at the hands of their carers. …
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What to do if you’re injured on icy pavements
Snow has covered the UK this week, giving picturesque, wintery scenes across the country. However, as pretty as the white stuff is (for the first couple of days) it can be an inconvenience when you need to get out and about to work and on the roads. In some parts of the UK, the…
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McDonald’s: More than 700 workers take legal action over harassment claims
McDonald’s employees have said they are still facing sexual abuse and harassment, a year after the boss promised to improve the culture and behaviour at the famous fast-food chain. This week, 19-year-old worker, Matt, told the BBC how some of his colleagues are still scared of going into work, and that managers “touch up”…
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Silicosis: Warning issued over ‘trendy’ quartz kitchens as two people die
Unions have issued a warning about worktops made from engineered stone after 18 cases of deadly lung diseases have emerged, and two people have died after working with the material. The engineered surfaces, which are often used in modern kitchens and bathrooms have already been linked to more than a dozen UK cases of…
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Council fined after worker who repairs potholes diagnosed with HAVS
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council has been fined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after a worker who repaired potholes was diagnosed with Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) is an occupational disease caused by repeated exposure to vibration tools. If an employer does not take the correct precautions to…
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Know your rights as a veteran in the workplace
As January comes around and 2025 gets underway, the chances are that you’re thinking about what the year ahead looks like for you. January can often see employees consider their job choices and employment – especially if you have had issues with workplace grievances, harassment or abuse, pay disputes or discrimination in the workplace.…
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Guide to Making a Stress at Work Claim
At Oakwood Solicitors, we understand how overwhelming work-related stress can be and the toll it can take on your mental and physical health. If you’re struggling due to excessive stress at work, you may have the right to pursue a legal claim. Employers have a duty of care to protect their employees’ well-being, and…
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AA issues Christmas traffic warning ahead of festive break
Ahead of the Christmas break, the AA has issued a warning to drivers to help them avoid the busiest periods on the road. According to figures, a record 23.7 million drivers are expected to hit the roads on Friday 20th December – the highest number on record since the AA started collecting data in…
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Scam warning issued ahead of festive period – What to do if you lose money
A warning has been issued ahead of Christmas to remind people to remain vigilant of scams over the festive period. Experts have said that Christmastime is a period when people may feel lonely if they do not have friends or family present – which can make them susceptible to fraudsters who may reach out…
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