Our personal injury team takes a look at sharps and needlestick injury claims. In various professions, particularly in healthcare and waste management, sharps and needlestick injuries pose a significant risk. These injuries occur when a needle, scalpel or other sharp object punctures the skin, potentially exposing the victim to hazardous substances, including bloodborne pathogens like …
Claiming compensation for an accident on a ship: Your rights under the Athens Convention If you’ve been injured in an accident on a ship, it’s important to know your legal rights under the Athens Convention. This international agreement sets out rules for the liability of ship operators when an accident causes injury or damage to …
Making an aircraft turbulence claim: Understanding your rights under the Montreal Convention. Flying is one of the safest modes of transportation, but it is not without its risks. One of the more common and unpredictable in-flight experiences is turbulence. While most turbulence is harmless, there are instances where severe turbulence can lead to injuries. If …
If you have suffered an accident on an airplane and would like expert legal guidance on claiming compensation for your injuries, then our team of specialist lawyers is here to help. We work on a No Win, No Fee basis, and offer a free case assessment service. Call us on freephone 0333 888 0404 or …
Having recently been instructed on a Giant Hogweed compensation claim, we look at injuries caused by exposure to toxic plants, which is a significant yet often overlooked hazard in the UK. Exposure to toxic plants can lead to serious health issues, ranging from mild skin irritation to severe systemic reaction. Toxic plants can be found …
With the recent outbreak of food poisoning in the national news, we are receiving calls to our legal helpline from people asking, ‘Can you sue for E Coli?’ The answer is that you can sue for E Coli where the infection arose as a result of a third party’s failure to maintain acceptable safety and …
Making an occupational cancer claim. The occurrence of cancer caused by exposure to carcinogens in the workplace is a significant, yet often overlooked public health issue. These cancers can arise from a range of hazardous substances, including chemicals, dust, radiation, and other physical agents encountered in various occupational settings. While much attention is given to …
We have succeeded in making a coeliac illness compensation claim against a holiday company for inadequate food labelling. Award-winning personal injury lawyer, Carly Sylvester, has succeeded in winning a holiday sickness claim at trial. Her client, who for confidentiality reasons we shall refer to as Mr C, booked a package holiday to Turkey. Mr C …
Case study of a successful claim for compensation for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Lawyer Carly Sylvester, a winner at the 2023 National Personal Injury Awards, has concluded a successful claim for a wedding coordinator who was injured while at work. Her client was employed by a wedding venue and made responsible for showing prospective couples …
To find out where you stand on claiming compensation for silicosis or any other silica related condition, contact our free legal helpline.