Lawyers at Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP have co-authored an academic study, published by the British Medical Journal, on the impact of dog-related injuries and how they might be prevented. A new interdisciplinary study published online in Injury Prevention (BMJ) uses anonymised civil claim enquiry data to examine the context and impact of dog-related injuries in …
Compensation of £170,000 awarded in a dog attack claim involving a child The background to the claim Our client, a young girl, was visiting a nature reserve with her mother when they were approached by a dog owner with an unleashed dog. The owner assured them her dog was safe and encouraged our client to …
NDAs in abuse cases: Can my employer ask me to sign an NDA if I have been abused at work? Currently, UK employers can ask employees to sign an NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement) when a settlement is reached. However, an NDA cannot legally prevent someone from reporting a crime, such as sexual assault or harassment, …
We have been ranked as the top NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding solicitors in the UK. The independent legal review website, ReviewSolicitors, has ranked Slee Blackwell as the top NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding solicitors in the whole of the UK*. James McNally, the partner who leads our Continuing Healthcare Funding team, said that he is incredibly …
There’s a new law firm in town: Slee Blackwell Solicitors in Tiverton Slee Blackwell Solicitors are excited to announce the opening of a new Tiverton branch which is based at Tiverton Business Park, Oaklands Court. Having opened on the 1st October, the office will be a hub for the firm’s family law and conveyancing services, …
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 …