Every year the brain injury charity, Headway runs a campaign to raise awareness of brain injuries and the impact they can have on survivors and their loved ones.
The campaign running this week has the theme ‘A life of lockdown’ as many brain i...Read More
Losing a loved one in a tragic accident would be absolutely devastating and unimaginable for most of us.
When a death is the result of an accident, which could have been avoided, the unnecessary pain and suffering is unbearable.
There is govern...Read More
Would you know if you had been exposed to harmful chemicals while at work?
Factories, construction, food preparation or cleaning are some of the more common employers using chemicals but hairdressers, florists, caterers, motor manufactures and agr...Read More
The theme of this week’s World Health Day is ‘creating a fairer, healthier world for everyone.’ Health equality is an issue around the globe with millions of people missing out on adequate healthcare.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says...Read More
Victims of violent crimes are often left with physical or mental scars which can be life changing. While the trauma of the crime can affect both the injured person and their loved ones.
The recent case of Sarah Everard put a spotlight on criminal ...Read More
Charities have seen an increase in the number of people needing support for domestic abuse during lockdown.
There are 2.4 million victims of domestic abuse reported every year in the UK and two thirds are women. Domestic abuse charity, Hestia said...Read More
Unless you are involved in the legal system, the difference between a solicitor and barrister is something a lot of people will not know.
Many of us will have used a conveyancing solicitor when moving home but solicitors also specialise in the fol...Read More
More than 1.4 million people visit A&E globally with a head injury every year often with devastating outcomes. Head injuries are most common in the under 25s and are the principal cause of death and disability in this age group.
They can affec...Read More
Carbon monoxide poisoning is known as the silent killer. There are around 60 deaths every year from this type of poisoning and more than 4,000 people visit A&E with suspected carbon monoxide poisoning annually.
The most common causes of carbon...Read More
Brexit is not the only change we can expect this year, as five new laws are to be introduced which will impact on anyone wishing to claim compensation for personal injury.
The changes, which will be rolled out throughout the year, range from whipl...Read More
