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February 19, 2025
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When a night out ends in injury: Know your rights

If you're injured, its important to understand your rights and the legal support available under UK law.

John McQuater
Personal Injury
February 18, 2025

Men charged in Rotherham child abuse investigation

Three men have now been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into non-recent child abuse in Rotherham. These charges follow a lengthy police inquiry into serious allegations dating back many years. The trial is currently listed for November 2026 at Sheffield Crown Court. It is hoped that date will be brought forward.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse
February 18, 2025
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How a Lasting Power of Attorney can help prevent elderly financial abuse

One of the most effective ways to protect yourself against financial abuse is by setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney.

Sharon Woodward
Wills and Probate
February 17, 2025
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Protecting assets without a prenuptial agreement in the UK

While prenuptial agreements are a popular tool for protecting assets in the UK, they are not the only option.

Cyman Kaur
Family
February 13, 2025
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Switalskis child abuse team secure £100,000 for survivor

Sally Smith of Switalskis’ Child Abuse Department recently acted for a client who recovered £100,000 in damages from a family member who had sexually abused them as a child over a prolonged period of time. 

Sally Smith
Child Abuse, Client Story
February 12, 2025
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National Apprentice Week - how to hire an apprentice

This National Apprenticeship Week, the spotlight is on apprenticeships and showcasing how it can be a fantastic way to bring fresh talent into your business. This will prompt many business owners to consider taking on an apprentice. Apprenticeships can be a huge benefit to a business, but they also come with specific legal requirements. In this blog, we’ll break down what you need to consider from an employment law perspective when hiring an apprentice.

Sarah Naylor
Business services - Growth, Business Services, Employment Law
February 12, 2025
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Workplace safety neglect: The price of ignored complaints

This blog is a reminder for workers to report unsafe conditions and to know their rights in seeking justice when those warnings go unheeded.

Diane Parker
Personal Injury
February 12, 2025
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Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust fined over maternity failures amidst calls for patient safety

Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust has been fined £1.6 Million by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after admitting to failing to provide safe treatment for three mothers and three babies who tragically died within months of each other in 2021.

Sadie Simpson
Clinical Negligence, Press, Client Story
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