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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On 1st April 2013, the scope of services covered by legal aid was reduced significantly and legal aid funding has been withdrawn for the most frequently-seen family disputes.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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Firm News
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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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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Blogs
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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Firm provides free legal advice to community initiative
As a regional firm, the community within which we operate is integral to the way in which we do business. So we’re pleased to announce that we’re supporting Bedminster’s BID...
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Controversial restrictions for RTA victims with low-value claims
As a result of Friday’s judgement in the Administrative Court, many people injured in road traffic accidents may no longer be able to obtain independent legal representation to claim compensation...
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Case Studies
Case study: compensation settlement for injured cyclist
As a nation, we’re increasingly recognising the benefits that cycling can bring for both work and leisure. However, as personal injury lawyers, we’re also very aware of how vulnerable cyclists...
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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...
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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...
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