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Missed sepsis diagnosis costs lives

The recent story regarding the death of one-year-old William Mead and its implications for out-of-hours healthcare should give us all pause for thought. An NHS report into William’s case sheds...

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Think your boss can’t read your Facebook messages? Think again

Picture the scene: it’s 4pm on a Friday in January. You’ve finished your report, made all your calls, and finally cleared the last of the festive decorations from your desk....

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New home, no survey. Big mistake?

You’ve found your dream home and can’t wait to get the contracts exchanged and the completion date set. Chances are, this will be your biggest investment to date. But with...

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Negotiating the terms of your commercial lease as a growing business

For fast-growing businesses, being in the right commercial premises at the right time is an important consideration. But negotiating the terms of your property lease can represent a significant challenge...

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Separating? Make sure you consider your options

If you’re going through a divorce or separation, you have several options for addressing the practical and legal aspects of ending your relationship. Divorce rarely means going to court. But...

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Protect your home and assets against care fees

An ageing population and increased life expectancy will inevitably mean that more and more of us will require care in our later years. Families aren’t always able to meet these...

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Why is it important to think about estate planning?

We all know that having a Will is important, and everyone needs to have one. It not only sets out your wishes after your death. It also helps you to...

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Can medical negligence lead to amputation?

Amputation is a life-changing injury and one that involves a considerable period of readjustment. There are several factors which can lead to the loss or amputation of a limb, one...

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The NHS has “a legal duty to be honest about mistakes”

The Government has announced a raft of measures intended to ensure that the NHS moves to eliminate lapses in patient care and safety. The most significant of these proposals is...

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Taylor v Novo: can you claim as a secondary victim if you weren’t at the accident?

A senior judge has given judgment at an appeal hearing in a personal injury case concerning secondary victims. ‘Secondary victim’ refers to someone who witnesses a traumatic event, such as...