As you may or may not be already aware, there has recently been an overhaul of funding particularly in relation to personal injury and clinical negligence claims. This was following the review by Lord Jackson. This has arguably created further risks which you should be aware when looking for a solicitor to deal with your medical negligence claim.
Posted by Mark Hambleton, Partner
Thousands of companies could be at risk of prosecution from HMRC for engaging in tax avoidance schemes which could amount to hefty fines imposed and serious repercussions.
Posted by Nicola Radcliffe, Associate
As the year draws to a close Nicola Cutler looks back on the year’s key cases in Professional Negligence.
Posted by Caroline Preist, Partner
This blogs looks at a case study where the type of survey a buyer had carried out on her home had serious consequences when considering a claim for negligence against her surveyors.
Posted by Mark Hambleton, Partner
Often clients are confused about their professional negligence claim. Hopefully this blog will shed some light on the 3 most common areas of confusion.
Posted by Caroline Preist, Partner
The case that I am reporting on today does not provide good news for potential Claimants. In the case of Xenakis & Corke v Birkett Long LLP, the Claimants (Mr Xenakis and Mr Corke) opened a restaurant together and formed a company called Blue & Ginger for the purpose. They also had another restaurant which they operated through Mr Xenakis’ family company which was called Pink & Lily.
Posted by Yolande Wase, Associate
Your solicitor’s duty in clinical negligence does not end at the point they obtain compensation for you. They also have a duty to ensure your compensation does not jeopardise your entitlement to benefits.
Posted by Naomi Todd, Senior Associate
When a Claimant has suffered an injury as a result of negligent medical treatment, it is unfortunately often the case that they experience on-going symptoms even after their claim has settled and therefore may not have received adequate compensation.
Posted by Mark Hambleton, Partner
This blog looks at the importance of funding arrangements and keeping you, the client, informed. It also explores a recent case study in the context of personal injury that establishes this point and the consequences as a result.
Posted by Caroline Preist, Partner
Posted by Nicola Radcliffe, Associate
A firm of solicitors who admitted negligence in advising a client on the purchase of £3.5 million yacht get away with paying only minimal damages to their client.
Posted by Mark Hambleton, Partner
‘Jackson reforms’ introduced a number of significant changes to the way law firms conduct civil litigation. With these changes come increased risks to clients.
