If you’re on benefits and have been awarded personal injury compensation for an accident that was not your fault, you may be concerned about how it could affect your eligibility for the level of benefits you receive. Read on to find out what the 52-week rule on compensation in the UK is, which benefits it […]
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Duty of care is the legal responsibility to keep people safe and free from harm. If a person, business or organisation fails in their duty of care towards you and you get hurt or injured as a result, you may be entitled to claim compensation. In this article, we explain what duty of care means […]
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Every 16 minutes, someone is killed or seriously hurt in a UK traffic accident. Every 16 minutes, someone is killed or seriously hurt in a UK traffic accident. In manycases, drivers, passengers, other road users and pedestrians may be able to pursue acompensation claim if they were injured in a car accident. In this article, […]
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In 2022, police released figures showing that there were 1,492 casualties from accidents that involved e-scooters in the UK. Unfortunately, there were 11 deaths in that total. Below, we share with you how you can ride your e-scooter safely and what you need to do to take care of your vehicle. We also explain how […]
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E-scooters are legal in the UK but, right now, you can only use private electric scooters (e-scooters) on private land with the owner’s permission. It’s illegal to ride e-scooters on the pavement or on public roads. This may change soon, however. In 2020, the government started running trials in conjunction with over 30 local authorities […]
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I Tripped on Pavement: Who is Responsible? It’s not uncommon for the condition of roads and footpaths to deteriorate over time, which means that pavement injuries – like tripping over a loose paving slab or pothole – can be a common occurrence. The Highways Act 1980 legislates that local authorities are responsible for keeping […]
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If you are receiving more than £6,000 in compensation, or your savings plus your compensation payment will take your savings to more than £6,000 then it is likely claiming damages will affect your benefits. As advised by MoneyHelper, compensation is treated as savings when it comes to means tested benefits. The current savings threshold at […]
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Accidents in the home account for 2.7 million A&E visits each year, according to safety charity, RoSPA. Having an awareness of home safety is important to try to reduce the risk of injuries, but this is perhaps especially so for the elderly, who can be particularly vulnerable. Our home safety tips for seniors have been […]
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Your home is meant to be a comfortable space where you can relax and feel safe, so if you become ill or injured due to issues with your home, it can be extremely difficult to process. This can be made even harder if your injury was caused by your landlord’s negligence. If you’re renting a […]
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Understanding your legal rights after a back injury at work is important in helping you seek justice and secure the right level of compensation for your injuries. Making a legal claim can be intimidating, but by understanding what your options are, what evidence might be needed, and what support is available, you can get the […]
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It’s your employer’s responsibility to keep you safe while at work. That includes ensuring a safe workplace, carrying out risk assessments, making sure all staff are adequately trained, and keeping up to date with relevant health and safety regulations. If you’ve had an accident at work, or you’re concerned about workplace safety, it’s important to […]
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Although slipping on a wet floor might be a minor inconvenience for some, in many cases, a slip or fall can cause considerable injury. If you’ve been injured after slipping on a wet floor, whether it was at work, or in a public place, you could be eligible to claim compensation. Having a good understanding […]
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