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A Guide To Criminal Injuries Compensation Claims
Whereas those suffering from personal injuries resulting from accidents caused by negligence claim through the civil courts, anyone injured due to a violent crime can claim through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). The other difference...
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Compensation for Medical Negligence
All medical professionals, including doctors, surgeons, nurses, midwives and physiotherapists have a duty of care to the patients they treat. In general, the level of care that is provided is excellent but, if there is a breach of the duty of care, the...
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Road Traffic Accident Compensation Claims – Putting the 5 mph injury threshold to the test
Much has been promulgated about soft-tissue neck injury in recent years, and it is often cited that below a certain speed change injury will not occur. Many studies have been made, primarily in the US, following collision testing of one sort or another....
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Dental Negligence – An Overview
We all feel a little vulnerable when we are told to lay back and open wide while the man in the white tunic prepares to poke and prod around in our mouths. Dentists are, of course, skilled professionals and the vast majority of procedures run completely...
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Legal Expenses Insurance Explained
The type of insurance that is relevant here is what is known as ‘Legal Expenses Insurance’ (LEI). There are commonly 2 main types of policy the only main difference is when they are purchased. The sole purpose of LEI is to cover an unsuccessful litigant...
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A Guide To Food Poisoning Claims
COMMON TYPES OF FOOD POISONING PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM 1. Salmonella Compensation Claims Salmonella poisoning usually occurs when food has not been properly cooked or stored. Salmonella is a common bacteria found in poultry and eggs. The common symptoms...
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No Win No Fee Compensation Explained
What is a No Win No Fee Accident Injury Claim? Since the abolition of Legal Aid in the vast majority of cases involving compensation for personal injury, solicitors are now able to act on what is known as a ‘no win, no fee’ basis. These are also referred...
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Personal Injury Compensation Guide
Compensation for personal injury is paid out as a monetary award of damages which is designed to compensate the victim for the injury and losses that they have sustained. The compensation that can be won for a claimant falls into two broad categories: Injury...
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Workplace Accident Claims - Mini Guide
Many workers are shy about pursuing legal action following a workplace injury. Even if workers elect not to sue their employer, they really should make sure the appropriate documentation and medical attention are handled promptly. It is probable for managers...
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A Guide To Accident Compensation Claims
In contrast to with road traffic accident claims, where it can be comparatively easy to assess contributory negligence by referring to prior case law and established practice, like a 25% reduction for not wearing a seat belt (if it would have created...
