Can I claim for an accident I had at work? Whilst at work, your employer owes you a duty of care to ensure that you are safe in your work environment. That duty of care is defined under the Health and Safety at Work etc, Act 1974. For a claim against an employer to succeed,…
Changes to cohabitation law are under discussion by the government, but the law has not changed yet. Many people believe that if they have lived together for a long time but are unmarried, they have the same rights as married couples or those in a civil partnership. There are more than 3.6 million cohabiting couples…
Buying a property at auction follows a legal process, but it is quite different to a purchase through an estate agent or solicitor. Here is what you need to know before you bid. How buying at auction differs from a conventional purchase With a conventional sale, you put in your offer, it’s accepted, and then…
The technical term for the time limit to bring a personal injury claim / clinical negligence claim is called Limitation. In the UK, Limitation is a critical part of the claims process but can be a very complicated area of the Law. It is important that, as soon as you feel you have a claim,…
You’ve sat down, discussed your wishes, and the certificate provider and your attorneys have all signed the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) forms, but what happens next? You have technically done the most important part, and it should be a relief knowing that the forms are signed in case you were to lose mental capacity…
Previously, we have answered questions regarding personal injury accidents at work and, separately, slips, trips and falls. These questions and answers look at slips and trips at work. Q1) Can I claim compensation if I fall or injure myself at work? A- Yes. However, you will have to show that your employer (or fellow employees)…
A Guide to Medical Negligence Most receive safe and effective treatment and care in the UK, whether that be through the NHS or on a private basis, through their GP or at a hospital. However, when treatment or care falls below an acceptable standard, the consequences can be devastating. From scarring, amputation, to continence failure,…
If you have been left out of a Will completely, or you believe that the Will does not make enough financial provisions for you, then you may be able to rely upon the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 to challenge the Will. The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (often…
The draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup took place in early December, with fans of England and Scotland now looking ahead to their fixtures during the summer of 2026. Fans of the teams are full of excitement, anticipation, and worry. However, some of the most nervous individuals are not the team or the fans…
One of the most common questions we get asked by people enquiring about pursuing a claim for personal injury is, “Will I have to go to Court?” How likely is it that my personal injury case will go to court? A small number of personal injury claims do proceed to court. But this will only…