Latest Legal News
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How much will it cost me to bring a Personal Injury claim?
A common worry that new client’s or new enquiries tend to have regarding Personal Injury claims is whether they will…
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The furlough scheme ends on 30 September 2021. As an employer, are you prepared?
According to estimates from the Office for Budget Responsibility, from March 2020 to the end of September 2021, the cost…
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Failure to furlough could mean it was an unfair dismissal
Mhindurwa v Lovingangels Care is a really interesting tribunal case, in which the employment judge held that employers have a…
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NHS Complaints procedure
Below is a guide on how to complain to the hospital or your GP about the care you have received….
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Sleeping whilst on a sleep-in shift is not classed at work
March 2021 saw the Supreme court case of Royal Mencap Society v Tomlinson Blake decided. The supreme court decision has…
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Why does my child’s personal injury claim case have to go to court?
At Hopkins, we want you to get the best settlement figure possible for your child. If your child has sadly…
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I’ve had an accident and I want to make a claim – what evidence do I need?
At Hopkins we aim to recover as much compensation as possible to cover your losses and needs, and also to…
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Ban on business tenant evictions extended to 25 March 2022
The Government announced that the ban on landlords evicting business tenants would be extended until 25 March 2022. If a…
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What is “After The Event Insurance” and why do I need it if you take cases on a No Win, No Fee basis?
If you are thinking of making a personal injury or medical negligence claim, your solicitor may recommend that they have…
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What happens if my personal injury claim has to go to court?
Solicitors aim to secure the best settlement figure for their clients. We always try to negoitate out of court to…
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Can I claim any state benefits after a serious injury?
The consequences of suffering a serious injury can be devastating and may affect your ability to work and support your…
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How are personal injury claims valued?
Many Claimants’ bringing a claim often compare themselves to somebody who had the same accident and believe because the circumstances…
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What is Pneumoconiosis, and can I make a claim for it?
Pneumoconiosis is a general term for diseases caused by inhaling and retaining dust which results in scar tissue in the…
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I had a fall due to a pothole on a walk, can I make a personal injury claim?
Due to the current pandemic and lockdown measures, there has been an increasing number of people going on daily walks,…
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What is Fundamental Dishonesty in a Personal Injury Case?
Honesty is the best Policy! It is now my 5th week of writing for the website and I hope that…
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How long will it take to settle my Personal Injury claim?
A common question that many new clients have when starting a claim is how long will it take to settle,…
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 – Tolerating Uncertainty
Client care is a fundamental aspect of my role at Hopkins, and I do my best to help the community…
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How to keep your abuser away from you if you are the victim of domestic abuse
What is a Non-Molestation Order? If you have been a victim of violence or abuse you can apply for a…
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Have you received a letter from Social Services?
What to do when you receive a letter before proceedings? A letter before proceedings is usually sent to a parent…
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I want to stop my ex from seeing my child, will I need to pay a solicitor?
What are private proceedings vs legal aid? Private proceedings are where you pay out of your own pocket for legal…
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Does your child have a non-accidental injury?
What is non-accidental injury? You may have heard of the term “non-accidental injury” in relation to a child. You may…
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I’ve had an accident at work – can I make a claim?
During the pandemic many workplaces including factories and warehouses have been running with lower staff levels and management levels. This…
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Time Limits & Personal Injury Claims
How long do I have to make a Personal Injury Claim? If you have been injured through no fault of…
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Legal Guidance for Landlords
Question: My tenant is behind on rent, can I start possession proceedings? Answer: Yes, if your tenant is behind on…