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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…

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.…

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…

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…

Stonemason dies from Silicosis after working in ‘appalling conditions’

A man who developed silicosis after years of cutting kitchen worktops in ‘appalling conditions’ has died, his family has said.   Prior to his death, father-of-three Marek Marzec said the dust he inhaled while cutting benches made from quartz left him ‘unable to breath’ and ‘in terrible pain’ prior to his death.     He…

Q&A with Sarah Hull: Insights on Family Law for Military Personnel

We sat down with some questions for Sarah Hull, an Independent Family Law Consultant, regarding her area of expertise.   We had the pleasure of sitting down with Sarah Hull, an Independent Family Law Consultant who handles Family Law matters on a consultancy basis for us.   With extensive experience and a deep understanding of…

Client awarded £12,000 compensation after mobility scooter accident

A client has been awarded £12,000 in compensation after an untraced driver knocked her over and fractured her ankle, resulting in injury, suffering and financial losses.   Although the client originally had her claim rejected by another law firm, Oakwood Solicitors Ltd was able to secure compensation for the damages.     Oakwood Solicitors’ client…

CICA: Crime at Christmas – When to make a Claim

As Christmas parties took place across the country this weekend, hundreds of partygoers hit the town to let their hair down and celebrate the year.   But unfortunately, sometimes a good night ends abruptly due to a fight or violence breaking out. But, if you have been left injured after being attacked or assaulted in…

Storm Darragh: What to do if your insurance refuses to pay out

Storm Darragh ripped through the country last weekend, leaving many without power, flooded properties and damaged cars. However, if you have been affected and you have an insurance policy – you may be protected.      However, in some cases, even though you have an insurance policy in place to protect you from the effects…