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April 03, 2025
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Life after an amputation: Your rights, rehabilitation, and recovery

When we take on an amputation claim, our priority is not just securing financial compensation, but ensuring that our client gets the best possible rehabilitation and long-term care.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
April 02, 2025
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Understanding intellectual property clauses in contracts

A crucial yet often overlooked section of contracts is the Intellectual Property (IP) clause. Ensuring that IP rights are clearly defined and protected can save your business from costly disputes and potential loss of valuable assets.

Sarah Naylor
Commercial Contracts, Business Services
April 02, 2025
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Ex-South Yorkshire Police officer arrested over abuse claims

Six women have now come forward to report sexual abuse as part of an ongoing investigation into abuse by former officers of South Yorkshire Police and a third former officer has now been arrested on suspicion of raping a teenage girl in 2004.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse
April 01, 2025

Switalskis appoints its first CFO to support further growth

Switalskis has enhanced its leadership team with the appointment of experienced finance professional Alex Moore as chief financial officer.

John Durkan
Switalskis News
March 31, 2025
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Operation Stovewood: Rotherham brothers jailed for child sexual assault

Two men have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their roles in the sexual exploitation of children in Rotherham.

Amy Clowrey
Child Abuse
March 30, 2025
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Threshold in care proceedings: What it means and how it works

This article explains the threshold criteria in care proceedings, a legal test that must be met before a court can issue a care or supervision order. It outlines what constitutes significant harm, how the threshold is determined, and what happens if it is met. Switalskis expert child care team offers guidance and legal support for those involved in care proceedings.

Jane Aldred
Child Care
March 29, 2025
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Section 20 Children Act 1989 explained: Voluntary accommodation and care

This article explains Section 20 of the Children Act 1989, which allows local authorities to provide accommodation for children in need through a voluntary agreement with those holding parental responsibility.

Jennifer Heckingbottom
Child Care
March 28, 2025
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Facing contempt proceedings in the Court of Protection? Your legal rights explained

What is contempt in the Court of Protection and what should you do if you face an allegation of contempt?

Michael Kennedy
Court of Protection
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