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When is the right time to write or update your Will?
It’s a commonly-quoted statistic that 70% of the UK adult population doesn’t have a Will; however it’s a lesser known fact that the majority of Wills in place are out-of-date...
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Firm News
Jay Nathwani joins Clinical Negligence team
We’re pleased to announce that Jayshree Nathwani has joined the firm in the role of Associate. Jay joins the Medical Negligence team from Exeter-based Parlett Kent, where she was appointed...
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Surgery suspended due to risk of harm to children
Children’s surgery has been suspended at a private hospital in Surrey after the care regulator for England reported serious concerns about standards of care there. The Care Quality Commission (CQC)...
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Case Studies
Case study: compensation for delayed cervical cancer diagnosis
It was recently reported that a 26-year-old woman from Bristol died from cervical cancer after her request for a smear (cervical screening) test was turned down due to her age....
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How to buy property as cohabitees
It’s safe to say that there are many misconceptions when it comes to buying property together as an unmarried couple. But contrary to popular belief, there’s no such thing as...
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Divorcee danger: the perils of online and DIY divorce
A quickie divorce for £99? It’s an appealing headline and one that might make you think twice about instructing a solicitor. After all, how tricky can it be to manage...
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How will legal aid changes affect your family?
On 1st April 2013, the scope of services covered by legal aid was reduced significantly and legal aid funding has been withdrawn for the most frequently-seen family disputes. However, legal...
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Claire Hurrell joins Clinical Negligence team
We’re pleased to announce that Claire Hurrell has joined the firm in the role of assistant solicitor. Claire joins the Clinical Negligence team from Exeter-based Parlett Kent. As a specialist...
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Blogs
The NHS has “a legal duty to be honest about mistakes”
The government has today 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...
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Secondary victims of personal injury and medical negligence
A senior judge has recently given judgment at an appeal hearing in a personal injury case concerning the issue of secondary victims. ‘Secondary victim’ refers to someone who witnesses a...
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Firm News
Firm appoints Tom Powles as Partner
We’re pleased to announce that Tom Powles of the family law team has been promoted to Partner. Tom joined the firm in 2011 and has played a vital role in...
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Why mediate? The benefits of family mediation
The use of mediation to resolve family disputes is already on the rise. However, many anticipate that recent changes to the legal aid system will only increase its appeal as...
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