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Claims for damages in personal injury cases in England and Wales are subject to the personal injury discount rate (PIDR). This key element for the calculation of compensation in personal injury cases is vital for ensuring fairness when assessing the...
Have you ever wondered why, when pursuing a claim for personal injury compensation , your solicitor needs to see a copy of your medical records? In most personal injury claims, including some road traffic accident claims , it is necessary for...
Some professions carry a risk that individual employees may be subjected to violence in the workplace. This is particularly true of those working for the police force and those providing security services. However, all employers have a legal duty to...
Annual workplace illness and injury statistics have once again been published by the Health & Safety Executive , and the figures are alarming. A shocking 138 people were killed in workplace accidents in this year, and once again, the largest...
So, you’ve been injured in an accident, and don’t know what to do next. You want to make a claim, but what are the common mistakes that people make, and how can you help your solicitor to give yourself the best chance of recovering compensation?...
On 8 th November 2024, the Manchester Christmas Markets opened for another year of festivities. The Christmas Markets always come with large crowds and a busy atmosphere and it’s important to keep safety in mind as you enjoy everything the markets...
September 26th marks Mesothelioma Awareness Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about mesothelioma. It also encourages fundraising and showing support for those battling the rare cancer. What is mesothelioma? Mesothelioma is an...
Mesothelioma is a cancer that develops in the lining that covers the outer surfaces of the body’s organs. Which organs are affected by mesothelioma? Usually, this disease affects the lining of the lungs, but can also affect the lining of the...
In a crucial reminder of the critical importance of workplace safety, a logistics company has been fined £1 million following a serious incident where an employee fell 36 feet (11 meters) onto a concrete floor. Mr Christopher Hooper, now 31, suffered...
Social media is a tool often referred to in personal injury claims, as information posted is typically public which means anyone can do a quick search and locate posts and any pictures you have uploaded. It has become common in recent years for defendants...
