A West Yorkshire family has spoken of the devastating impact a violent care home attack has had on their lives, after a man was sentenced at Bradford Crown Court for attempted murder.

When a child is injured in an accident, families are often focused, rightly, on recovery and rehabilitation. Legal claims may feel like a secondary concern. Fortunately, the law recognises this, offering additional time to bring a claim on behalf of a child.

For many survivors of abuse, the healing process can only begin when you feel comfortable to talk and share your experiences with others. That's much easier said than done, but thankfully, there are lots of resources available to provide emotional and practical support.

If an individual loses the capacity to make their own decisions, someone else may need to step in to manage their affairs. Two of the most common roles in these situations are a deputy and an attorney. While they can have similar responsibilities, the way they are appointed and the powers they have are different.

If you’re considering making a birth injury claim, one of the first questions you might have is how do I pay for legal fees? Pursuing a claim can feel overwhelming, especially when dealing with the emotional and practical challenges of caring for a child affected by birth injuries.

In this blog we look at the importance of section 38 agreements and why not having this in place can be a risk.

The post office Horizon inquiry has published the first volume of the report of Sir Wyn Williams. In the report Sir Wyn has set out the scale of suffering endured by sub-post masters and their loved ones.

At Switalskis, we closely monitor developments in healthcare to ensure patients receive the best possible care and support. Recently, North Lincolnshire Council leader, Councillor Rob Waltham, made a heartfelt appeal for urgent investment in maternity services at Scunthorpe General Hospital.