Personal Injury Insights

Kylie Hutchison

Winter holidays: What you should know before travelling to the snow and what to do in case of an accident abroad

The time of year has arrived when travellers are looking to make their way to some of Europe’s most popular winter sports destinations,...

24/10/23

Georgie Wilson

Driverless cars: The latest on introducing vehicles in the UK, the legal landscape including proposed new offences and other key considerations

Last year the Government published its vision for connected and automated mobility, stating that its aim was for the UK to be a global...

20/10/23

Rebecca Peddle

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Medical negligence experts set out key signs and symptoms to be aware of and support available following a diagnosis

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, affecting one in seven women. Although rare, men can also be diagnosed with breast...

20/10/23

Nicola Ashton

Association of Paediatric Charted Physiotherapists Conference 2023

As a medical negligence lawyer, I've built an excellent relationship with the Association of Paediatric Charted Physiotherapists (APCP)...

19/10/23

Rebecca Lanham

Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the BRCA gene: My story

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I wanted to share my own experience of the benefits of communication between patients. A few...

18/10/23

Rachelle Mahapatra

MBRRACE – UK report shows more needs to be done to reduce maternal deaths and end health inequalities for ethnic minority groups

Most people expecting a baby, wouldn't think about the fact that in 2023 there's still a risk of the mother dying. MBRRACE – UK is a...

18/10/23

Michael Turner

Baby Loss Awareness Week: Campaign is vital in keeping the discussion about what can be done to prevent baby loss going

I've written previously about baby loss and the need to break the silence around what can admittedly be a delicate subject. Whether it...

11/10/23

Ayse Ince

Suicide Bereavement Conference 2023

'Stand by me', 'wear your heart on your sleeve', 'making space for silence', 'creating conversations when silence is too much'; these are...

06/10/23

Saydie Farrell

Back pain: Signs and symptoms of a more serious condition?

Approximately one in six people in England suffer from back pain. Although it's very common, it can very easily tip into the territory of...

05/10/23

Helen Tomlin

Asbestos in schools: How worried should parents be and what else you need to know about the presence of the hazardous material

Recent press has highlighted the ongoing risks of asbestos, particularly in our schools. As school buildings age and repair budgets are...

04/10/23

Stephen Pearson

Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS): Is an increased awareness linked with an increase in reporting of new HAVS cases?

The issue of Raynaud’s disease made its way onto the Jeremy Vine show on BBC Radio 2 in September. Guest Dr Sarah Jarvis explained the...

03/10/23

Kevin Saul

Cauda equina syndrome: What you need to know to be aware of the spinal emergency which lists back pain, numbness and bladder issues among its symptoms

Many people may not have heard of it, but cauda equina syndrome (CES) is an incredibly serious condition – affecting approximately 8,000...

28/09/23

Nicola Handley

Hundreds of Army tanks and vehicles could contain asbestos and why it should be more than a ‘serious concern’

The Ministry of Defence has recently admitted that over 2,000 army tanks and vehicles could contain asbestos containing materials and...

22/09/23

Phoebe Smart

As plans are drawn up to regulate the cosmetic treatments industry what are the key considerations you need to be aware of to stay safe?

The lack of regulation around non-surgical cosmetic treatments in the UK has long been a topical issue, with many calling for more...

22/09/23

Stephanie Clark

Foreseeable deaths in the Military: Do the Ministry of Defence owe a duty of care in cases of suicide?

It's a well-established common law principal, that employers owe their employees a duty of care to take reasonable care of the health and...

19/09/23

Lisa Martin

The EU Directive on asbestos at work: As the European Commission proposes an update, will the UK respond?

Asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral, was once hailed for its heat resistance, strength, and insulating properties. However, its...

19/09/23

Cathryn Godfrey

Study confirms that fatal incidents involving livestock are on the increase

The recent news report of the farmer who shared her story of being injured by cows whilst trying to save her dog is a stark reminder of...

18/09/23

Sarah Coles

Sepsis: What is the life-threatening condition and the red flag symptoms you need to be aware of

I'm sure we've all seen storylines in soap operas along with adverts on the side of ambulances or even we know someone who has had...

11/09/23

Hannah Wall

RAAC in schools and other public buildings: The immediate concerns and how the presence of asbestos could have long-term safety implications

Many will have seen the headlines in the last few days about the issues surrounding RAAC concrete that is forcing more than 100 schools...

05/09/23

Peter Lorence

As figures reveal the extent of speeding on Britain's roads what can be done to improve road safety and reduce casualties?

The Department for Transport has published its 2022 data on the extent to which drivers on Britain’s roads comply with the speed limits. ...

05/09/23

Bilal Hussain

The prevalence of ACL injuries in female athletes and why are they happening?

As a solicitor in the catastrophic injury department at Irwin Mitchell, and a sports enthusiast, I write this article to raise awareness...

31/08/23

Nadhia Akthar

Help for holidaymakers if you suffer illness at a resort abroad

In the past few years many people have experienced an upheaval to travel plans. Whether it was postponing or cancelling an annual family...

30/08/23

Annie Sheldon

National Road Victim Awareness Month highlights how lives can be changed in a split-second and why it's vital everyone to takes care

As National Road Victim Awareness Month draws to a close, now is a particularly pertinent time to reflect upon the experiences of the...

25/08/23

Lucy Poulson

Unexpected trend of dangerous driving in the summer and what to consider to stay safe on the roads

With summer now truly upon us (although it may not have felt like it at points this year), I've been considering the impact that the...

24/08/23

Nadhia Akthar

Cruise ships: What to do if you fall ill

Over the past couple of years more and more Brits have been taking advantage of post-pandemic life by jetting off to sunnier climes and...

23/08/23

Radika Barber

Celebrating Headway East London's exhibition and the role creative arts can play in recovery following a brain injury

A group of us from the Serious Injury London team attended the incredibly inspiring, Headway East London art exhibition in celebration of...

23/08/23

Faith Brown

Hadley judgement: Should lawyers attend Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings?

The judgment in Hadley v Przybylo was handed down by Master McCloud in June this year and has reignited discussions around the...

16/08/23