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July 03, 2025
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How legal representation made all the difference in a personal injury claim

A woman injured by a defective manhole cover in Watford secured full compensation after instructing a personal injury solicitor, highlighting the value of legal representation.

Johanna Caine
Personal Injury
July 02, 2025
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Bitten by a security dog while on legitimate business?

If you’ve been bitten by a security dog while carrying out legitimate work or business, this blog will walk you through your rights, responsibilities, and what legal remedies are available under UK law.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
July 01, 2025
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£2.15m compensation secured for brain-injured cyclist

Switalskis has secured a settlement for a young-cyclist, who was left with a severe brain injury after being struck by a HGV whilst riding his bike.

Mark Hollinghurst
Brain and Spinal Injury
June 30, 2025
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Can I change my child’s name?

While you can change a child's name, this blog looks at the factors that need to be considered first.

Catherine Cain
Family
June 30, 2025

Castle Hill Hospital TAVI deaths under investigation

An early-stage criminal investigation is now underway into the care of cardiac patients who underwent TAVI procedures at Castle Hill Hospital in Hull, part of Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in East Yorkshire.

Chris Gresswell-Green
Clinical Negligence
June 27, 2025
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Injury Awareness Week: A perspective from APIL’s Past President

As a solicitor with decades of experience representing injured people, I have seen firsthand the challenges they face – and the crucial role personal injury lawyers play in helping them rebuild their lives.

John McQuater
Personal Injury
June 26, 2025

Key Takeaways: IICSA - What is the government’s response so far?

On 19 June, we were honoured to join The Survivors Trust and ACT on IICSA for a vital webinar examining the Government’s response to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA).

David Greenwood
Child Abuse, Child Abuse - Grooming Gangs
June 25, 2025
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Calls grow for independent inquiry into maternity care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Concerns about maternity safety at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTH) continue to mount, as new evidence points to widespread and longstanding failings in care.

Kay Barnes
Clinical Negligence
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