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Our 2013 charities of the year
We’re proud to announce that we’re supporting One25 and The Julian Trust Night Shelter as our 2013 charities of the year. As the only organisation in Bristol to support street...
Case Studies
Case study: disability after spinal surgery errors
Our Medical Negligence Solicitors issued a claim for compensation on behalf of a lady who was left disabled due to errors made during spinal surgery. Surgery for spinal cord condition...
Blogs
Changes to legal aid for victims of domestic violence
The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders (LASPO) Bill became law in May 2012 and reforms were introduced in April 2013. The act makes some changes that have implications...
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We’re a “top-notch Bristol firm”, according to Chambers UK 2013
Our Clinical Negligence team has been highly ranked as a leading department by Chambers and Partners UK 2013, an independent guide to the UK legal profession. We are also the...
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Firm highly ranked by Chambers UK 2013
We’re delighted to announce that Chambers UK 2013, an independent guide to the UK legal profession, has ranked the firm highly in two specialist practice areas. We are also pleased...
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Firm makes new Associate appointments
Barcan+Kirby is delighted to announce a number of senior internal appointments to Associate status. Myfanwy Buckeridge and Adrian Stone have been promoted from Senior Solicitor to Associate, with both now taking...
Case Studies
Case study: inquest into child’s death following misdiagnosis
Our clinical negligence solicitors successfully represented the family of a two year old girl at an inquest into her death following an incorrect diagnosis by emergency services. Georgia Keeling died...
Case Studies
Case study: compensation for hip replacement error
Hip replacement surgery is one of the most common procedures performed in the UK, often to resolve issues of debilitating pain and restricted mobility. For many people, a hip replacement...
Firm News
Charity cycle for the Sam Keen Foundation
As we announced in March, we are proud to be supporting the Royal Marsden Hospital as our 2012 charity of the year. Our choice of charity was motivated by the...
Blogs
New decision on civil partnership breakdown
The 2005 introduction of civil partnerships was a social and legal landmark. By allowing same-sex couples to legally recognise their partnership, the Civil Partnerships Act 2004 provided similar legal rights...
Blogs
A quick guide to the conveyancing process
The conveyancing process can seem complicated, and our team of expert residential property lawyers pride themselves on guiding you through each stage. However, clients often like to know how it...
Blogs
With the divorce courts looking to create equality between separating spouses, we have to consider pensions – often a major asset to be divided. When a court orders that an...