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Case Study | 27:08:25

Former Chatham Dockyard worker settles claim for asbestos related disease.

Mr Skinner had suffered from breathlessness for several years and underwent several investigations which confirmed the presence of pleural plaques. In October 2024 Mr Skinner’s respiratory disability was measured at 30%. Mr Skinner’s entire...

Opinion | 14:08:25

Returning to work after spinal cord injury – what you need to know

Determining when to return to work depends on the severity of your injury, the nature of your job and your overall recovery progress. It is essential to follow the advice of your treating doctors, who will assess things such as mobility, pain levels and physical limitations.

Opinion | 06:08:25

What happens if a spinal cord injury is left untreated?

A spinal cord injury (SCI) is always a very serious issue; the spinal cord is an essential and delicate part of the body, and injury to it may have very far-reaching consequences.

Case Study | 22:07:25

Widow recovers compensation for care and accessibility after husband’s death from mesothelioma.

We were instructed by a client who had been diagnosed with mesothelioma after working for Vaughan & Blyth Limited in the 1960s. Vaughan & Blyth, a firm of builders, employed our client to carry...

Case Study | 07:07:25

Six-figure settlement including care costs for widow of plumber lost to mesothelioma.

Ronald Holdsworth was diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma following a rapid onset of symptoms, including breathlessness, coughing, and abdominal discomfort. Tragically, Ronald’s condition deteriorated quickly, and he passed away just two months after his diagnosis....

Case Study | 04:07:25

Dock worker exposed to asbestos at Avonmouth docks.

Mr B started work in Avonmouth Docks in 1947 as a casual labourer. At that time, the National Dock Labour Board operated a system which placed workmen with particular companies. This was called the...

Opinion | 30:06:25

Campaign launched for families impacted by failings in Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) maternity care – what you need to know.

With a move to investigate the country’s maternity services, a campaign group is calling for the provisions in Oxford to be urgently included in the inquiry’s initial stage.

News | 03:06:25

Conference calls for reclamation of hope with proposed brain injury strategy for families

A renewed focus on advancing the government’s proposed Acquired Brain Injury Strategy and the involvement of families within it was the leading call from a sold-out brain injury professional conference in Oxford.

Opinion | 02:06:25

What you need to know about the Court of Protection and deputyships.

Here our Compensation Protection team explains what you might need to know about the Court of Protection and deputyships.

Opinion | 02:06:25

Changing a deputy: what you need to know.

Our specialist team help to explain your options in the event you wish to change your deputy.

Case Study | 23:05:25

How we helped Robin secure the largest dental negligence settlement after years of neglect.

Find out how we helped Robin secure the (at the time) largest ever award for a dental negligence claim after years of neglect and unnecessary surgery from two dentists.

Case Study | 21:05:25

Prevention of Future Deaths report secured after death of grandfather due to hospital’s failure to diagnose infection.

John Smith* died from sepsis following several failures by the treating hospital, Royal Stoke University Hospital. Through the inquest process, his family uncovered details about these failures and managed to secure a Prevention of...

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