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Dental Negligence Claims
Dental negligence claims are a type of medical malpractice claim that can arise when a dentist fails to provide the standard of care that is expected from a professional in their field. These claims can be filed when there is an injury or illness caused by an error or...
Care home neglect claims
Unfortunately, neglect in care homes is a very real and prevalent issue. From understaffing to lack of training – care home negligence can come in many forms. Within this article, we will discuss the ever-growing issue of negligence in care homes and the common types of accidents that can easily occur due to this negligence. We will explain how you could make a claim when accidents do happen to you, a loved one or a family member residing in a care home.
Construction Site Accidents
Construction accidents are a major safety concern in the construction industry. They can cause serious injury, disability or even death to workers and other people on the job site. To reduce the risk of construction accidents, employers must ensure that their workers...
E-scooter Accident Claims
You may have noticed that over the past few years, rental e-scooters are being made available in your town or city. E-scooter trials are currently taking place in over 50 areas across the country and whilst convenient for the user, e-scooters are becoming an...
Understanding Electrical Injury Claims and How to Seek Compensation
Electric shocks are a serious and potentially life-threatening occurrence that can lead to life-changing injuries and potentially permanent disability. In this article, we will discuss the causes and symptoms of electric shock injuries and how to file a claim to seek...
Toxic Fumes in the Workplace
An article discussing toxic fumes in the workplace and how to raise a claim if you have experienced an injury or medical condition as a result of toxic fumes.
Forklift Truck Accidents
Forklift trucks are crucial for logistical operations but can pose a costly danger to employees and pedestrians within the workplace. An average of five people per day are injured by forklifts, with 1,300 people being hospitalised each year. Because of this, forklifts...
Data Breach Claims
Technology affects every aspect of an individual's life, from working, communication, transport, healthcare and socialisation. In a world shaped by technology, it is important to know your rights and what to do if something goes wrong. Data breaches are becoming...
Manual Handling Injuries at the Workplace
Manual handling is defined as transporting a load manually. The load can be a small package or a larger container carried by multiple people. Manual actions include carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling or putting down a load. Manual handling injuries are one of the...
Compensation for Injuries Caused by Hazardous Substances
Exposure to hazardous materials is the 6th highest cause for people taking sick leave from work in 2020. During this year, exposure to harmful substances or environments was the reason for over 424,000 nonfatal injuries. If you’ve been exposed to hazardous substances...
An Accident Abroad: 10 Steps to Follow
Accidents abroad can be expensive. Finding adequate treatment can leave a hole in your pocket but fortunately, you may be able to claim compensation for your financial losses. Here is a step by step process that you should always follow if you’ve been injured on...
Vibration White Finger
Vibration white finger (VWF) is an incurable long-term condition caused by prolonged use of vibrating tools. The condition affects the blood vessels in the extremities, mostly fingers and thumbs. Symptoms Numbness of the fingersTingling of the fingersWhitened...