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Uncategorised | 22:12:16

Claim for former ship builder / metal worker settles for over £200,000 within nine months of instruction

In this mesothelioma claim case, Jennifer Seavor, associate in our Industrial Diseases team, secured a lifetime compensation of over £200,000 for a former ship builder and metal worker.

Uncategorised | 22:12:16

Is crowdfunding the future of financing litigation?

In recent years, the popularity of crowdfunding has continued to skyrocket, proving itself to be an attractive funding model that allows individuals, businesses and communities to collaboratively raise finance to fund projects. Let’s explore the potential pitfalls of an emerging trend.

Uncategorised | 21:12:16

First Christmas post-separation? Our recipe for a peaceful family life

Christmas is pitched as a time for families but what if you have recently separated or divorced? Sadly, it can become a difficult time if you’re a separated or divorced parent, with all the usual stresses of Christmas amplified and the added worry of keeping the children happy. Here are our Family solicitors top ten tips to help you survive the festive period.

Uncategorised | 19:12:16

RWK Goodman welcomes official investigation into NHS £56 billion budget for compensation claims

The National Audit Office (NAO) have announced their intention to scrutinise why the NHS allocated £56 billion last year to fight clinical negligence claims - almost half their annual budget and twice the amount that was allocated last year.

Uncategorised | 15:12:16

Due Diligence: Guiding you through the mechanics of selling

Due diligence is an essential part of any transaction. The buyer of a business will want to “kick the tyres” and ensure that the target business is what the seller has represented it to be.

Uncategorised | 14:12:16

Industrial estate acquired for private buyers in just four weeks

The commercial property team at RWK Goodman and agents Kavanaghs worked together to ensure the successful acquisition of an industrial estate in Berkshire for private buyers, just four weeks after agreeing terms.

Uncategorised | 14:12:16

RWK Goodman raises over £6.5k for Prospect Hospice

Private client lawyers at the Swindon and Marlborough offices of RWK Goodman have raised £6,625 for Prospect Hospice through the annual ‘Make a Will Month’ campaign.

Uncategorised | 13:12:16

RWK Goodman completes sale of historic Bristol hotel

Lawyers from RWK Goodman’s Leisure and Hospitality team acted for the sellers of the historically-significant Henbury Lodge Hotel in Bristol.

Uncategorised | 09:12:16

Parish council wins decisive victory over local authority in new homes battle

East Bergholt Parish Council has won its battle against Babergh District Council in a test case which will have immediate implications for housing developments in the area as well as the district– and potentially...

Uncategorised | 09:12:16

Cyclists vs potholes – a lawyer’s view on a never ending problem

One of my biggest fears when I’m riding my bike is that I will fail to see a pothole. If you do hit one whilst riding, the best outcome is generally getting a nasty jolt; the worst is being thrown into traffic.

amputation athlete

Uncategorised | 09:12:16

The world’s changed, but has its view on disabilities?

In 1992, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed that the 3rd of December would be known as the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). This year, it coincides with the UK Disability History Month, which is running from 22 November to 22 December.

Opinion | 07:12:16

RWK Goodman welcomes ruling in cow attack case

Lawyers from RWK Goodman have welcomed a decision this week to fine a farmer £30k for health and safety failures after his cows attacked and killed a retired professor as he walked across a field in Wiltshire.

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