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February 27, 2025
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Six-figure compensation for athlete after mismanaged ACL injury ends career

One of the biggest threats to female footballers today is anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. In the 2023–24 season alone, an estimated 195 elite players suffered ACL tears.

Tamlin Bolton
Clinical Negligence, Client Story
February 26, 2025

What are my rights if a dog attacks me?

A dog attack can be a frightening experience that leaves you with both physical and emotional scars. Whether it happens in a public park, on a neighbour’s property or during your daily walk, the aftermath can be overwhelming. You may be dealing with injuries, trauma and uncertainty about your legal rights.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
February 26, 2025
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Wedding celebrations end in injury for elderly guest

For a retired lady attending a family wedding, a day of happiness unfortunately turned into a painful ordeal after a tragic accident.

Diane Parker
Personal Injury
February 26, 2025
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How long do you have to report an accident at work?

In the moment, dealing with an injury can feel like a priority, but reporting the accident is just as important. Whether the injury seems minor or more serious, making sure it is properly recorded can help prevent further incidents in the workplace - and create important evidence should you decide to make a claim for compensation at a later date.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
February 25, 2025
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Grant of Probate or Grant of Letters of Administration: Understanding the differences

A Grant of Probate and a Grant of Letters of Administration both serve a similar purpose, but apply in different circumstances.

Sandra Kowalska
Contentious Probate
February 24, 2025
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Conference announcement - Navigating life after a birth injury: Sam’s journey

We are in the final stages of planning our Brain Injury at Birth Conference, taking place on 1 May 2025 at the Leeds Marriott Hotel.

Suzanne Munroe
Switalskis News, Clinical Negligence - Pregnancy and Birth
February 21, 2025

Skircoat Lodge: care home sex charges

A 92 year old pensioner is one of two people to have appeared at Bradford Crown Court on 19 February. Both Malcolm Philips and Linda Brunning, 65, have been charged with various offences relating to the alleged sexual abuse of children at Skircoat Lodge, Halifax, between the 1970’s and 1990’s.

Kieran Chatterton
Child Abuse
February 21, 2025
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Nottingham maternity concerns: families seek answers after incorrect diagnoses

A recent BBC investigation has highlighted cases at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust where parents were given incorrect diagnoses about their unborn babies, leading to terminations based on inaccurate medical advice.

Emma Hudson
Clinical Negligence
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