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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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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Makin Report: Church of England Redress Scheme update
The Church of England has issued an update on its redress scheme designed to compensate victims of abuse. Known as the Church of England Redress Scheme, it is being created to provide support to individuals who experienced abuse within the Church. Initially, the scheme was developed in response to criticism and recommendations…
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Male domestic abuse survivors ‘ignored’ as crimes are classed as ‘violence against women’
Men who have survived domestic abuse have said they feel “ignored” by the government because crimes against them are being classified as “violence against women and girls”. For more than a decade, governments have grouped male victims of domestic abuse, rape, stalking and so-called honour-based violence into the same category as female victims, and…
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2025: Symptoms, smear tests and HPV explained
January marks Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, aimed at raising awareness of symptoms to look out for, highlighting the importance of getting screened and explaining what happens at a pap smear test appointment. Cervical cancer develops from abnormal cell changes in the cervix. The presence of these cells does not cause symptoms but may be…
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