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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
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
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