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Understanding Court Directions in Personal Injury Claims

Navigating the legal process in a personal injury claim can be daunting, especially when it comes to court directions. These directions outline the steps involved in moving your case through…

October 17, 2024

Usheena Patel

Opinion

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miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 3 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 3. Tuesday 7 October Karen McEwan…

October 17, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Ailsa McNeil

Opinion

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miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 2 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 2. Tuesday 1 October Henry Staunton…

October 16, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Ailsa McNeil

Michael Ackah

Opinion

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miscarriages-of-justice

Post Office Inquiry: Week 1 – Recap

The Post Office inquiry resumed on 23 September for its seventh and final phase. Here is a summary of who gave evidence during week 1. Monday 23 September Gavin Ellison:…

October 15, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Michael Ackah

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family-law
separation

Why Are Forms E Important and How Do You Complete One?

Introduction When separating from your spouse or partner, one of the most challenging aspects is knowing how to resolve the division of finances. To ensure this process is fair, and…

October 14, 2024

Opinion

miscarriages-of-justice

Undercover Policing Inquiry Tranche 2 (Phase 2): The Search for The Truth Continues…

On Monday 14 October 2024 Tranche 2 (Phase 2) of the Undercover Policing Inquiry (UCPI) will commence with opening statements from Counsel to the Inquiry, and Core Participants, both police…

October 11, 2024

Mike Schwarz

Ben Follows

Opinion

personal-injury
serious-injury

Empowering the Limb Loss Community: Insights from the Limbless Association Lunch & Learn Event

Limbless Association: Lunch & Learn, Brentwood. No Amputee Need Cope Alone I recently had the pleasure of attending a Limbless Association: Lunch & Learn at King George’s, Brentwood, Essex. The…

October 9, 2024

Anne Sanders

Opinion

family-law
financial-provision

GH V GH: October 2024 – A New And Helpful Reminder Of The Importance Of The Financial Dispute Resolution Appointment

In the recent case of GH v GH [2024] EWFC 272 which had its judgement handed down on 3 October 2024, the court heard an appeal against interim orders made…

October 9, 2024

Phoebe Hill

Opinion

crime
representation

What Are Duty Solicitors, and Are They Bad?

It is a myth that duty solicitors are ‘bad’ solicitors, work for the police and cannot to be trusted. What is a duty solicitor? A duty solicitor is simply a…

October 9, 2024

Ghislaine Sandoval

Opinion

personal-injury
rehabilitation

Multi-Disciplinary Team Meetings In Personal Injury Claims

Following on from my article on Immediate Needs Assessments and Rehabilitation in Personal Injury Claims I wanted to discuss the importance of Multi Disciplinary Team Meetings (MDT) during the course…

October 9, 2024

Karen Mann

Opinion

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dispute-resolution

A Recent Take On Death Bed Gifts – Rahman V Hassan (2024)

The doctrine of donatio mortis causa (which in Latin translates to ‘gift by reason of death’) (“DMC”) dates back to the Roman times, and given the statutory provisions of s9…

October 4, 2024

Chun Wong

Blog

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divorce
family-law
separation

Applying For Leave To Remove: What Is Essential For A Relocation Application?

When a family breaks down, one parent may decide that they would like to move with their child to another part of the UK, or sometimes even abroad. If the…

October 2, 2024

Lauren Viegas

Phoebe Hill

Opinion

#Essex
medical-negligence

Lord Darzi’s Warnings Realised: The Essex Mental Health Tragedy Unveiled at the Lampard Inquiry

Lord Darzi wrote that the NHS is in serious trouble1. This was tragically shown by the commemorative statements read during the Lampard Inquiry. On Monday 9th September 2024, oral testimony…

October 2, 2024

Louisa Reddin

Opinion

leasehold-disputes
residential-property-disputes

Supreme Court Judgement That Gives Hope To RTM Companies And Leaseholders

In a significant ruling, the UK Supreme Court has determined that failing to serve a claim notice on an intermediate landlord does not automatically void a Right to Manage (RTM)…

September 30, 2024

Reema Chugh

Opinion

family-law

How Do I Become My Step-child’s Legal Parent?

Step-parents often play an integral role in the care of the child. Therefore, it does not come as a surprise that many step-parents may want this relationship to be legally…

September 30, 2024

Vanessa Friend

Opinion

personal-injury

National Eye Health Week – September 23rd to September 29th 2024

National Eye Health Week is an annual event in the UK dedicated to promoting the importance of good eye health. This week sees opticians and other healthcare professionals and the…

September 27, 2024

Karen Mann

Opinion

property-disputes

Understanding Receivership: What Happens When a Mortgage Goes into Default

When interest rates rise, the chances of mortgage defaults inevitably increase. If a borrower defaults or breaches the terms of the mortgage, the lender may appoint a receiver to enforce…

September 26, 2024

Ruhul Ameen

Opinion

deputyship
mental-capacity

Understanding the Role of a Professional Deputy in Managing Finances

When a loved one can no longer manage their finances due to a lack of mental capacity, it can be a challenging and emotional time for families. In these situations,…

September 24, 2024

Opinion

falsely-accused-of-crime
miscarriages-of-justice

The Post Office Inquiry; The Beginning Of The End?

The final phase of the Post Office Inquiry began on Monday 23 September. This marks the hopeful close of the Inquiry which began back in February 2022 and is looking…

September 24, 2024

Aneka Thirurajah

Opinion

personal-injury

How Can A Solicitor Assist Me In Pursuing A Personal Injury Claim?

Having worked as a claimant solicitor for over 13 years, I have assisted hundreds of claimants who have been involved in an accident that was not their fault. This has…

September 24, 2024

Karen Mann