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Personal injury claim? Don’t get caught out by insurers’ third party capture
A growing number of insurance companies are contacting victims of road traffic accidents and offering to settle their injury claims quickly without involving solicitors. This practice is known as ‘third...
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We’re limbering up for half marathon challenge
Six dedicated runners from Barcan Woodward will be taking part in the Bristol and Cardiff half marathons to raise funds for Bristol charities One25 and the Julian Trust. The team,...
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Top ranking for firm in 2014 Chambers UK guide
We’re delighted to announce that our medical negligence and personal injury teams have been highly ranked as leading departments by Chambers UK 2014, a leading independent guide to the legal profession....
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Blogs
The importance of choosing your executors carefully
One of the most important decisions you’ll need to make when writing your Will is who to choose as your executors. Your executor has an important and responsible role. It’s...
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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the UK adult population doesn’t have a Will; however it’s a lesser known fact that the majority of Wills in place are out-of-date...
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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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Blogs
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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