Insights from Brachers

Personal injury and industrial disease claims

Losing your balance – case study of a minor head injury caused by a “tripping” accident

We recently settled the minor head injury claim of Mrs P for compensation of £35,000 (£31,500 after deduction for contributory…

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Personal injury and industrial disease claims

“It’s ‘no win-no fee’ Jim, but not as we know it”- Keep 100% of your compensation? Not necessarily

Come next April firms like Brachers will still be promising personal injury victims a genuine “no win, no fee” service,…

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Personal injury and industrial disease claims

“It’s no win no fee Jim, but not as we know it.” – Meet Qualified One Way Costs Shifting (QOCS)

Come next April solicitors like Brachers will still be taking personal injury claims on a “no win no fee” basis.…

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Corp Property Sector

What to do when your lease term comes to an end

Business owners take great care in selecting business premises, considering location, facilities and of course cost. In the current economic…

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Planning enforcement – Tightening the rules in cases of deliberate concealment

From the 6th April this year the planning enforcement rules will be significantly tightened up as a result of changes…

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The law on nuisance following Barr v Biffa

On 19 March 2012 the Court of Appeal gave judgement in the case of Barr and others v Biffa Waste…

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Keys to a home

Solar panels – could they stop you selling or mortgaging your house?

We are all aware of the environmental benefits of renewable energy and in particular solar panels. In recent years, solar…

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Why the Court of Protection may not grant permission for a health and welfare deputy order

Since the implementation of the Mental Capacity Act in 2007 it has been possible for the Court of Protection to…

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What rights do grandparents have for financial assistance when caring for grandchildren?

Financial assistance is a common problem faced by many families, including those where children are living with their grandparents, which…

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Personal injury and industrial disease claims

Head injuries and balance disorders

There is every possibility a head injury might affect a person’s balance function, but all too often this is overlooked…

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Personal injury and industrial disease claims

Brain injury and increased risk of Post Traumatic Epilepsy

Post Traumatic Epilepsy (PTE) is a recognised problem following a brain injury and can develop years after the original injury…

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Trauma in the Work Place

Often a worker will be involved in some traumatic event in the work place, even though they are physically unscathed.…

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