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June 22, 2026

Fiona Goddard speaks out over early release of child sexual exploitation offenders

Child sexual exploitation survivor Fiona Goddard has spoken publicly about the distress of learning that some of the men convicted of abusing her could be eligible for early release from prison.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse, Press
June 22, 2026
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Injury Awareness Week 2026: When One Injury Changes More Than One Life

As we mark Injury Awareness Week 2026, we're taking time to reflect on an important truth that is often overlooked: when someone suffers a serious injury, the impact rarely stops with them.

Katrina Elsey
Serious Injury, Personal Injury
June 22, 2026
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Retained swabs after childbirth: the lasting impact of a preventable NHS never event

Giving birth can leave new mothers physically and emotionally exhausted. While some discomfort during recovery is expected, persistent pain, bleeding and signs that something isn't right should never be dismissed.

Luke Simpson
Medical Negligence, Press, Client Stories
June 19, 2026

Switalskis solicitor Luke Simpson speaks to the BBC ahead of inquest into death of three-year-old girl

A Switalskis medical negligence solicitor has spoken to the BBC ahead of the inquest into the death of a three-year-old girl, as her family continue to seek answers about the care she received.

Luke Simpson
Medical Negligence, Press, Client Stories
June 19, 2026
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Long-term compliance and legal pitfalls for management companies after completion of a residential development

In this blog we look at the ongoing legal and compliance responsibilities faced by management companies after a development is completed.

Cyman Kaur
Residential Development
June 18, 2026
Mark Hollinghurst, Katrina Elsey, Sam McFadyen and John McQuater in the serious injury team

Switalskis reshapes serious injury leadership with Sam McFadyen promotion

Switalskis has promoted senior associate Sam McFadyen to brain injury team lead within its serious injury department. Sam’s promotion is part of a series of changes made to the serious injury team to enhance the support given to client’s suffering from life changing injuries.

Mark Hollinghurst
Serious Injury, Brain and Spinal Injury
June 18, 2026
What Is the Most Common Injury on a Roller Coaster?

What Is the Most Common Injury on a Roller Coaster?

Millions of people visit amusement parks every year and enjoy the thrills of roller coaster rides without any problems when the rigorous health and safety standards that apply to these parks are met. However, amusement park accidents are more common than many people realise. While people often assume that theme park injuries are typically very severe or only happen in extreme cases, a range of injuries can occur in amusement parks on a regular basis, caused by everything from falling objects to slips, trips and falls.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
June 17, 2026
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A Landmark Case: First Man Sentenced Under New Sex‑Based Harassment Law

England has seen its first conviction under the newly introduced Section 4B of the Public Order Act 1986, marking a significant step forward in tackling sex‑based harassment on public transport.

Alison McCormack
Child Abuse
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