The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on all our lives and the NHS continues to bear the strain of dealing with the virus. This has led to a huge backlog of treatment and care for millions of people in the UK, and as of February 2022, more than 6 million patients were still on a […]
As 2021 almost draws to an end, with the days becoming shorter, and clocks going back soon, being safe on the roads whether as a pedestrian or motorist is always a major concern. The recent use of e-scooters has heightened the need to think more about staying safe. Earlier this summer, a 16-year-old boy died after his […]
Many of us who were once glued to our office desks have had to, in the last few weeks, come to terms with working from home. I am writing this blog from my wooden dining table, aka my new “office desk”. The sun is streaming through the conservatory window and I can hear the birds […]
Not everyone who goes to work returns home at night in the same condition, or even at all. In the UK’s most dangerous industries, namely agriculture, construction, and manufacturing, serious accidents can and do occur. And the injuries resulting can be life-changing. For those who have received catastrophic work injuries, compensation is crucial, not only […]
Few of us would ever consider taking Ibuprofen harmful. If you have a flu, headache or other pain, the over-the-counter drug normally provides rapid relief, allowing you to get on with your day. But seemingly harmless Ibuprofen can cause devastating illness and even death. In December 2015, a 15-month-old baby was rushed to A&E in […]
Every year over 170,000 injuries occur on UK roads in road traffic accidents (RTAs), of which approximately 10% are fatal. In some of these cases, the precise events surrounding the RTA can be so complicated that considerable legal expertise is needed to seek justice and compensation for the victims. In this article we will discuss […]
The issue of mental health has, thankfully, been receiving a great deal of attention lately. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry have made campaigning for young people’s mental health as one of their main focal points. In addition, charities such as Heads Together and SANE have made enormous inroads into bringing the importance of maintaining mental […]
When you tucked into your sandwich at lunchtime, did you think it could cause you harm? I didn’t think so. Neither did Natasha Ednan-Laperouse and Celia Marsh. However, both women, who suffered from severe allergies, tragically died from eating meals from the hugely popular takeaway shop, Pret a Manger. It was widely reported in the […]
Just before 10.00am on 22nd April 2018, 40,000 runners waited for Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II to step onto a special podium in front of the Round Tower in the grounds of Windsor Castle to push the start button, officially kicking off the Virgin Money London Marathon 2018. The 2018 London Marathon was the hottest […]
