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Family of heavy smoker successfully claim for asbestos exposure

28Nov

The family of a man who has died from lung cancer have successfully been awarded compensation from his former employers. The cancer was caused by a combination of smoking and exposure to asbestos – but his history of smoking did not prevent the claim from being successful.

Theresa May to target emotional abuse

27Nov

The Home Secretary is to introduce a new law which will criminalise psychological abuse and controlling behaviour.

Safety initiative finds almost half of construction sites unsafe

27Nov

The HSE are now urging construction sites across the UK to improve their safety measures after the disappointing findings.

Alternatives to court in separation – Part 3: The benefits of the collaborative process.

27Nov

In the collaborative process an agreement is signed at the outset which commits both parties and lawyers to resolve issues without court proceedings.

Resolution Press Release – 26th November 2014

26Nov

Businesses in THE North East are suffering as a result of divorce and separation. That’s the finding of a new piece of research from family law not for profit group Resolution.

Insurers taken to court over claims conduct.

26Nov

Personal injury specialists Gavin Edmonson have appealed against the decision that an insurance company’s direct contact and subsequent settlement with their clients was lawful.

Alternatives to court in separation – Part 2: What is Arbitration?

25Nov

Arbitration is often used if mediation efforts, where the couple reaches their own agreement, are unsuccessful. A qualified arbitrator is chosen and appointed by the separating couple, depending on the nature of their disputes.

Alternatives to court for separating couples – Part 1: What to expect from mediation.

25Nov

Mediation involves the appointment of a neutral third party mediator, who encourages the couple to reach their own agreements.

Resolution survey reveals the impact of divorce on children

24Nov

A report published by Resolution today has outlined the effect of a parent’s divorce or separation on children.

Road Safety Week promotes mutual respect on our roads.

20Nov

Brake suggest that drivers make a pledge of behaviours that will keep themselves and others safe on the road.

Winter months see an increase in slip, trip and fall incidents

19Nov

Weather conditions throughout the autumn and winter period mean an inevitable increase in trips, slips and falls. The year 2012/13 saw 7,031 hospital admissions for snow and ice related falling incidents.

Separating couple spends third of assets on divorce fees

18Nov

Initial high costs were due to expensive reports intended to value the husband’s business interests. Investigations were commissioned by both parties, comprising of six reports and a joint statement, costing £154,000.

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