Impacted by Trigger Finger? Learn your solution
If you have suffered as a result of Trigger finger, a painful condition affecting daily tasks and earning a living. You are covered by a workers’ compensation claim for medical treatment, lost wages, and related expenses. What Jobs are at risk of causing trigger finger? Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is…
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A New Focus: Guernsey Responds to the Need for ADHD Services
In recognition of ADHD Awareness Month, health officials in Guernsey are actively looking for ways to improve services for patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The States of Guernsey have outlined initiatives aimed at reducing waiting lists and expanding local capacity to meet a significant increase in demand. What is ADHD? Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity…
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A Guide to Secondary Victim Claims
When we hear about an accident, we often think of the person who was directly involved, the primary victim. But what about the people who weren’t physically hurt but were there to witness the traumatic event? These individuals are known as secondary victims, and under specific circumstances, they may be able to claim compensation…
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Equality for Workers Union Podcast – Workplace Accident Claims
Alex Singleton, a Paralegal and key member of our Employers’ and Public Liability team, was recently asked to make a guest appearance on the Equality for Workers Union (EFWU) Podcast to answer some questions about accident in the workplace claims. Here are some excerpts from the full podcast, including quotes from Alex. We hope…
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Brewing Hope: Oakwood’s Coffee Morning for Macmillan
Oakwood Solicitors is proud to announce our support for Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning. We understand that a cancer diagnosis can be a challenging time, not just for the individual but for their entire family. The emotional, physical, and financial burdens can be overwhelming. This is why we are committed to doing our part…
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Elderly Woman Conned in “Stranded Astronaut” Romance Scam
Police are warning the public to be cautious of online romance scams after an 80-year-old woman in Japan was swindled out of one million yen by a fraudster posing as a stranded astronaut. The timeline of events The victim, who lives alone on Japan’s northern Hokkaido Island, met the scammer on social media…
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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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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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