£85,000 to be refunded within five days under new Payment Systems Regulators rules for APP scams
The Payment Systems Regulator have introduced new APP fraud re-imbursement protections. What is APP fraud? Authorised Push Payment (APP) Fraud is a type of financial crime and happens when individuals are tricked into sending money, under false pretences, to a fraudster via bank transfer. APP fraud is the most common type of financial scam…
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This Halloween driving rule could land Brits a £5k fine
Halloween is upon us and that means shops and supermarkets are full of scary costumes and trick or treat sweets. But, ahead of the festivities, Brits should be aware of a Halloween driving rule that could land them in serious trouble. As Halloween approaches, you may be tempted to get behind the…
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Girl, 13, died from Sepsis after series of NHS failures
A thirteen-year-old girl died from Sepsis in hospital after several key opportunities were missed to save her life. Chloe, 13 from Leicestershire died after being taken to the emergency department of Kettering General Hospital in Northamptonshire on Nov 28 2022 with “severe” pain in her ribs. According to reports, she had been…
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Clinical trial could make incurable lung cancer treatable through the NHS
A groundbreaking medical trial could soon make incurable lung cancer treatable through the NHS, according to experts. Doctors at The Christie, a renowned cancer specialist hospital in Manchester, are using advanced radiotherapy technology to more accurately target one of the deadliest forms of the disease. This marks the first time in two decades that…
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Liam Hill – Staff Spotlight
In our Staff Spotlight series, we take a look at key members of our team and find out a little bit more about them and their work. Today we meet Liam Hill, an experienced Solicitor and Deputy Head of our Industrial Disease Department. As well as Industrial Disease claims, Liam handles a lot of…
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Mental Health Awareness Day 2024
At Oakwood Solicitors, we understand that mental health is a vital component of overall well-being, both in our personal lives and professional environments. As we highlight Mental Health Awareness Day, it’s essential to take a moment to reflect on the importance of mental health and the steps we can take to support ourselves and…
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NHS doctor to receive sentence after sexual assault of female patients
An NHS doctor has been found guilty of indecent assault against women during routine medical examinations. Stephen Cox, 65, denied 16 counts of indecent assault against seven women between 1988 and 1997, whilst practising in Bracknell, Berkshire at the time of the offences. Cox was found guilty this month of 12 charges,…
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The upcoming closure of Pudsey Legal
We regret to hear about the upcoming closure of Pudsey Legal, which has been announced this week. The firm is set to cease operations on 31 October 2024. We understand that many clients of Pudsey Legal may have concerns regarding their legal matters, and we are here to assist you. Below, we address your…
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MoD admits it ‘did not do enough’ after soldier dies during training exercise
The Ministry of Defence has been handed a sanction by the Health and Safety Executive after a reservist died during a training exercise in North Yorkshire. Staff Sergeant John McKelvie, 51, died in hospital after the Jackal he was driving rolled down a hill and overturned during an off-roading exercise at Catterick Training Area…
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