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May 27, 2026
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Former Private School Teacher Convicted of Historic Sexual Abuse Offences

This week, a former private school teacher has been convicted of tens of historic child sexual abuse offences committed against pupils at a school in East Sussex. Sadly, this is one of many cases we see in the media where a teacher has abused their position.

Hannah Hodgson
Child Abuse
May 27, 2026
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Conviction Rates and Sentences in Abuse Cases in England and Wales and the Impact this can have on Survivors of Abuse

Cases involving sexual assault being reported in the media this week has once again highlighted the devastating reality faced by many survivors of abuse across England and Wales.

Hannah Hodgson
Child Abuse
May 26, 2026
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A Complete Guide to Serious Injury Claims

A serious or catastrophic injury can leave you facing long-term pain, suffering and significant financial losses. You may lose earnings when you take time off work to recover, or need to pay for private treatment, physiotherapy or counselling. People who experience life-changing injuries often need to make expensive adaptations to their homes or vehicles to accommodate a newly acquired disability, and to restore their quality of life. The personal injury claims process is designed to enable you to recover compensation that will take all of this into account, and help you to move forward following complex and life-changing injuries sustained in an accident that wasn't your fault.

Katrina Elsey
Serious Injury
May 26, 2026
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Can I Claim Compensation for a Serious Accident at an Amusement Park?

Theme park operators have a legal responsibility to keep you safe. The law sets out a strict duty of care in the Occupiers' Liability Act 1957, which means that an amusement park's owners, operators and staff must take reasonable steps to ensure the premises are safe. This includes everything from fixing broken paths and securing heavy items to testing and verifying the safety of rides. If they ignore a hazard, they breach their duty and any injuries caused by this failure may give rise to a personal injury claim, including claims for serious or life-changing injuries.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury, Serious Injury
May 26, 2026
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Government Youth Justice White Paper: Key Changes and What They Mean for Children Facing Criminal Proceedings

The Government's new Youth Justice White Paper promises major reforms to the youth justice system. We examine what the proposals could mean for children, families and the future of youth offending policy.

Michael Devlin
Crime
May 26, 2026
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What Is Family Mediation?

When a relationship breaks down, the thought of going to court to protect your interests can be overwhelming. The fear that matters will be contentious and that court proceedings will be the only option may even affect your decision to pursue a divorce or the dissolution of a civil partnership. However, it's important to understand that going to court is not the only way to resolve matters regarding finances, child arrangements or practical decisions for your separation.

Bradie Pell
Family
May 26, 2026

Switalskis Solicitor Steph Potter Achieves Accredited Lifetime Lawyer Status

Steph Potter, a solicitor in our wills and probate department, has achieved Accredited Lifetime Lawyer status. The Lifetime Lawyer accreditation recognises legal professionals who have specialist knowledge and hands on experience in supporting older and vulnerable clients with sensitive legal matters.

Steph Potter
Wills and Probate, Switalskis News
May 25, 2026
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Can You Claim for Long-Term Care and Loss of Earnings After a Road Traffic Accident?

A road traffic accident can disrupt your life in ways that go beyond the initial injuries. If you are unable to work and need ongoing support with daily tasks, the financial implications can be significant. Many injured people find themselves dealing with lost income, ongoing medical appointments and uncertainty about how they will manage their finances in the months, and in some cases years, ahead.

Katrina Elsey
Serious Injury
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