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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On 1st April 2013, the scope of services covered by legal aid was reduced significantly and legal aid funding was withdrawn for the most frequently-seen family disputes. However, legal aid...
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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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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 News
Barcan and Kirby provides pro bono legal advice to Bedminster’s BID
We’re pleased to announce that we’re supporting Bedminster’s BID (Business Improvement District) proposal by providing them with legal advice and practical support on a pro bono (‘fee-free’) basis. Within a...
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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 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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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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