Over-50s Lead the Way in Organ Donation Week 2025
The NHS is launching its annual Organ Donation Week from September 22 to 28, 2025, aiming to increase awareness about organ donation and encourage more people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register. New figures from NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) show a significant and historic shift in organ donation. As people over the…
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What is a “No Win, No Fee” Agreement?
If you’re considering a compensation claim but are worried about the financial risk. A no-win, no-fee agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement, can offer a solution. This type of legal arrangement allows you to pursue a claim without paying any solicitors’ fees upfront. The core principle is simple: you only pay…
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Over 55,000 Diabetes Patients Affected by Misdiagnosis Scare
An alarming investigation by the BBC has revealed that a machine used to diagnose diabetes has produced inaccurate results, leading to over 55,000 people in England needing further blood tests. This error has led to patients being wrongly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and even prescribed unnecessary medication. NHS England has confirmed that 16…
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World Childless Week Highlights Ectopic Pregnancy Claims
World Childless Week, held annually from September 15th to 21st, raises awareness for the childless not by choice (CNBC) community. It encourages individuals to share their experiences, providing a supportive environment for those experiencing child loss, infertility, or unable to conceive. This includes those who have never been pregnant, experienced ectopic pregnancy, or experienced…
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Understand How Occupational Dermatitis Victims Can Claim Today
Occupational Dermatitis is a skin condition caused by different substances or conditions encountered in the workplace. It is a form of eczema triggered by exposure to allergens at work. What substances were you exposed to? The frequency of exposure can impact on the strength of your claim. Occupational Dermatitis can arise from exposure…
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Shocking fact: Only 17% of over 40s have a Power of Attorney
A new study by Canada Life highlights a significant gap in estate planning among UK adults. Only one in six (17%) people over 40 has a power of attorney (POA) in place. What is a Power of Attorney (POA)? A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a document whereby an individual (known as…
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Faulty NHS Surgical Knee Implants Revealed 8 years later
A knee-replacement implant, used in thousands of UK operations, was known to have a concerning failure rate eight years before it was finally withdrawn, the BBC has discovered. NexGen Knee Implant Failures Lead to Patient Suffering and Legal Battles In a recent investigation, patients who received the NexGen knee implant have shared accounts…
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Claiming Expenses After a Road Traffic Accident
Road traffic accidents are incredibly disruptive, affecting many aspects of your life. At Oakwood Solicitors, we aim to alleviate this burden with our “One Stop Shop” service, covering all your post-accident needs. Whether you were a driver, passenger, pedestrian, or cyclist, we will handle your personal injury claim, vehicle damage, and any other related…
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The ‘Unacceptable’ Conduct Leading to a Teacher’s Lifetime Ban
A 61-year-old teacher has been banned from teaching in England for life after a disciplinary panel found he had an inappropriate sexual relationship with a former sixth-form pupil. Teacher Banned for Life Over Relationship with Pupil Andrew Brook, a long-time teacher at Queen Elizabeth High School, was found to have “exploited his position…
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