Zoonotic infections in the veterinary profession: Can a vet claim compensation for a zoonotic infection? Zoonotic infections—diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans—pose significant risks not only to veterinary students but also to qualified and practicing veterinarians. The nature of veterinary work, which involves close contact with a wide range of animals, inherently …
Specialist injury claim solicitor, James McNally, considers the question, ‘How much compensation can I claim for an allergic reaction caused by a careless food provider?’ If you suffer an allergic reaction due to the negligence of a food provider, such as a restaurant or hotel, a fast food outlet or a shop, you may be …
Understanding the dangers of silica dust and silicosis, and making a silica dust compensation claim. Silica dust has emerged as a critical health concern, with some experts suggesting its impact could rival that of asbestos. Many workers remain unaware of the dangers of silica dust, the debilitating condition known as silicosis, and the legal rights …
Yes, it is possible to claim compensation for a farm accident in the UK. Here is what you need to know: If the farm accident was caused by someone else’s negligence or breach of duty then you can make a compensation claim against them. This could include the owner of the farm, or an employer, …
Animal law specialist James McNally answers the question, ‘Can a vet claim compensation for being injured by an animal?’ Working with animals, whether on farms or in local communities, exposes vets and veterinary nurses to various risks, including kicks, bites, and crush injuries. According to statistics from the British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the Health …
What can I do if I have been bitten by a rescue dog? There are a number of organisations doing splendid work in rehoming dogs and in doing so saving animal lives. When a family takes on a rescue dog, they are likely to face a number of challenges. Not least is the fact that there may …
Slee Blackwell lawyer Carly Sylvester was a winner at the prestigious National Personal Injury Awards. Carly was named as Young Achiever of the Year at the gala dinner in Manchester, hosted by comedian and top quizer, Paul Sinha. The annual awards are judged by some of the leading figures in the Personal Injury sector, which …
Slee Blackwell’s James McNally has been invited to give evidence to the Parliamentary Committee examining XL bully dogs and the proposed ban. Following reports of dog attacks involving XL bully dogs the Government is proposing to ban the breed. The EFRA Committee is therefore holding an additional special session on the topic of XL bullies, …
Dog bite expert James McNally continues to make the headlines following the furore over the banning of XL Bully dogs. James has been much in demand by the media, appearing on national television and featuring in numerous newspaper reports.The Express is the latest paper to pick up on the story, running an exclusive piece featuring …
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