Failure to warn patient of risks associated with surgery In a case that has recently been at the High Court the Claimant, Mr. Spencer, sued Hillingdon Hospital for compensation following an allegation of negligence against the hospital. The Claimant had been referred to the hospital by his GP and underwent a hernia operation on 1st…
It was recently reported in the news how a grandmother, aged 89, died after suffering complications from a broken neck. Her family state that her broken neck was repeatedly missed by paramedics and her GP, leaving her in pain and being told to “take paracetamol”. She was not given an x-ray until three weeks after…
Potholes are now a common sight on our roads It’s a fact that you can’t drive very far in Britain without coming across a pothole. Most of us safely avoid the pothole or manage to slowly navigate over it without injury or damage to our vehicle; however new figures show that there is a claim…
How to choose a personal injury solicitorTips for choosing a personal injury solicitor Check their credentials. Unfortunately there are bogus firms around. If in doubt check the Law Society’s website. http://solicitors.lawsociety.org.uk/ If the firm is not listed, move on. Look for an experienced solicitor. Don’t believe everything you read. Just because someone claims they are a specialist doesn’t mean that they are. How…
Is free legal advice available for accident claims? Most no win no fee solicitors will offer a first consultation free of charge. At the initial interview they should explain the process involved in bringing a claim, approximate timescales and costs involved. What is no win no fee for accident claims? No win no fee agreements…
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