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How to recover a business debt
If you are a business or sole trader, customers who do not pay what they owe can have a significant impact on your finances. Of course, it is not always...
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Blogs
With the cost of living on the rise, you may be looking for ways to save money when purchasing a house. The Shared Ownership Scheme allows you to purchase a...
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Blogs
School applications: what happens when parents can’t agree?
Sending your child off to school for the first time can be exciting and deciding on what school that is can be one of the biggest decisions you make as...
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Firm News
Barcan+Kirby maintains top rankings in Legal 500 2023
The firm has once again received top rankings in legal guide, The Legal 500, for Medical Negligence, Personal Injury and Family Law. The rankings, which were released on 28th September,...
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Blogs
Employment law round-up: Autumn 2022
From ‘fire and rehire’ to Income Tax cuts, there have been numerous changes in employment law so far this year. As we approach Autumn and the final stretch of 2022,...
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Blogs
MBRRACE-UK report on ethnic inequalities prompts improved midwifery training
Last year, we highlighted disappointing findings from a 2020 report by MBRRACE-UK which looked at how women from minoritised ethnic groups are more likely to die or suffer injury in...
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Blogs
Pre-proceedings: what do I need to know?
Legal matters involving children are challenging and emotional enough without the added pressure of court proceedings. The pre-proceedings process aims to help you avoid this. Whatever your situation, pre-proceedings give...
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Case Studies
Case study: apology and compensation for family of Bristol man who died from undiagnosed sepsis
Our medical negligence solicitors acted on behalf of the wife and children of a man who died when he developed sepsis following heart surgery at a Bristol hospital. The hospital...
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Case Studies
Case study: £675,000 for delayed diagnosis and treatment of meningitis
Our medical negligence solicitors recently acted for a child who contracted septicaemia as a result of a delay in diagnosing and treating meningitis. Admission to hospital with high temperature The...
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Blogs
How do I make a personal injury claim?
After you or a loved one have been injured in an accident, starting a personal injury claim may be the last thing on your mind. However, claiming compensation can help...
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How do I challenge or dispute a Will?
Losing a loved one is difficult enough without contemplating a dispute over their Will or estate. Unfortunately, disagreements over Wills and estates have become commonplace, and the legal process for...
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Blogs
Sepsis, sometimes called septicaemia or blood poisoning, is when your immune system overreacts to an infection and starts to damage your body’s organs and tissues. Sepsis can affect your whole...
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