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Changes to the Rules of Intestacy – a change for the better?

29Sep

If a person dies without a will they are deemed to die intestate and the ...

Asbestos tragedy of wife who developed Mesothelioma after washing husband’s overalls

24Sep

An inquest into the death of Saltburn woman Mary Pointer in April this year has established that she died of mesothelioma, a form of lung cancer caused by exposure to asbestos.

Warning issued over ‘DIY’ wills

13Aug

A warning has been issued about the potentially “devastating” consequences of relying on family and ...

Five ways to make the school summer holidays less stressful

15Jul

Summer holidays are fast approaching, time for the family to unwind and spend quality time ...

The Mesothelioma Act 2014

14Apr

The Mesothelioma Act 2014 received royal assent on 30th January 2014.  The Act provides for ...

Diffuse Mesothelioma Scheme

14Apr

Introduction of new Government Scheme brings fresh hope for many Asbestos Disease suffers in our ...

Government announces significant increase in Court fees

03Apr

The increase in fees follows a period of consultation by the Government with various interested parties, including the Civil Judicial Council and the Law Society. The Law Society warned against increasing fees but the Government has not listened to that advice.

Psychiatric Injuries – The Need For Change

02Apr

The law on the recovery of compensation for psychiatric harm is complex and often inconsistent.

Campaign for compulsory barber and hairdresser licensing

13Sep

Barbers across the UK are calling for greater regulation of barbers and hairdressers, at a ...

Case Study: The Tripping Accident – Doreen’s Accident

02Nov

Read on for a case study on a tripping claim arising from an accident that occurred as a result of a defect which was present in the public footpath. In the case, Macks personal injury specialists were able to secure £6,000 in compensation for Doreen.

Case Study: Car Accident Claim – Jonathan’s Accident

01Nov

Read on for a case study on a car accident claim arising from the negligence of another driver. In the case, Macks personal injury team were able to secure £3,250 in compensation for our client, Jonathan.

Case Study: The Slipping Accident – Christine’s Accident

01Nov

Read on for a case study on a slipping claim arising from an accident that occurred as a result of a spillage which was present upon the floor of a nightclub. In the case, Macks personal injury specialists were able to secure £5250 in compensation for Christine.

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