How to claim for Repetitive Strain Injury
Repetitive Strain Injury is a condition which commonly affects the arm, wrist or hands by repeatedly doing the same task over and over again. This is often caused by the type of work you carry out on a day-to-day basis, or by playing certain types of sports. Repetitive Strain Injury is a common but…
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Man left with horrific injuries after accident at work
A man has been left with life-changing injuries after his employer failed to safely maintain his work vehicle, resulting in an horrific accident. Mr. X, 39, was working as a green keeper at Gower Golf Club, Swansea when the incident occurred on April 1, 2022. Mr. X had been instructed by his employer to…
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NHS hospital admits failings which resulted in ‘avoidable’ patient death
An NHS hospital has admitted its failings of care for a patient who died in 2019 after being investigated for alleged Medical Negligence. The investigation comes after the death of Ralph Sims, 65 who died after undergoing heart surgery at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton. Mr. Sims suffered a sudden drop in blood…
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Failings by Basildon Hospital put maternity staff at risk
NHS bosses failed to keep staff safe from excessive nitrous oxide levels at a maternity unit, a report has revealed. Basildon Hospital staff were not told about test results which showed their exposure breached safety limits for more than a year. The inquiry, carried out by the Good Governance Improvement (GGI) found that there…
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Five things to think about when writing a Will
Writing a Will can be an emotional and daunting task, but it is essential to have one in place to ensure your property and possessions are divided how you wish when you die. Your Will can also include non-financial assets, such as what will happen to your pets when you are no longer here,…
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Farmer fined after two women and dog attacked by cows
A woman and her friend had to climb up a tree to escape an attack by more than a dozen cows on a public right of way in North Yorkshire. Janicke Tvedt and David Hood set out on a popular circular walk from Masham with pet Labrador Goose, who was on his lead, on…
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Abuse and violent attacks on retail workers double, figures show
Violent attacks and abuse against shop workers doubled in 2023, shocking figures show. The statistics from leading trade body, the British Retail Consortium’s crime survey revealed that the number of incidents rose to 1,300 a day last year, up from 870 a day the year before. The rise comes despite retailers investing…
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Deliveroo and Uber Eats workers to strike on Valentine’s Day
Deliveroo and Uber Eats riders are set to strike on Valentine’s Day to demand improved working conditions and better pay. The industrial action will impact four food apps, and is thought to involve around 3,000 drivers and riders between 5 pm and 10 pm on Wednesday, February 14. One cyclist taking part in the…
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Royal Marines to sue Ministry of Defence for asbestos exposure
Current and former Royal Marine Commandos are taking the Ministry of Defence to court after claiming they were exposed to asbestos whilst training in Latvia. Edward Hill, an ex-marine engineer and vehicle mechanic claims their bosses breached their rights by making them sleep in a garage that allegedly contained the banned substance. …
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