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Limits to the Mannai test – When is an incorrect notice defective beyond repair?

The Mannai test is a well-known and often used defence to allegations of invalid notices due to minor errors. Essentially in basic terms, if a reasonable recipient would have known what the notice was, what...
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Letters of Administration – To whom should they be issued?

In the recent case of Kelly-Lambo V Lambo [2022] the court had to determine who, out of two women both claiming to be the surviving spouse of the deceased who had died intestate, should be...
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Latest MBRRACE-UK report warns maternal death rate is increasing

The latest Saving Lives, Improving Mothers’ Care report from maternity care investigator, MBRRACE-UK, has warned that the rate of deaths amongst pregnant, birthing and postnatal women is increasing. Their latest annual report looks at the...
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Blended families – who can inherit?

Blended families are a very common feature of todays society. It is often the case that a family comprises parents who both have children from previous relationships and maybe even children of their own. With...
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How landlords can prepare in case of a future deposit deduction related dispute

Building on part 1, what landlord can make deductions for, and part 2, how much a landlord can claim, the following will explore how a landlord can best prepare throughout a residential tenancy, in case...
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NHS Resolution’s Early Notification (EN) Scheme update lacks evidence of early financial help for families after birth injury

The NHS’s defence organisation, NHS Resolution, has published its latest report on the Early Notification (EN) Scheme. The second report: The evolution of the Early Notification Scheme promotes NHS Resolution’s efforts to reduce the length...
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Residential tenant deposit disputes: How much can a landlord legally claim?

This article will explore howmuchof the tenants deposit the landlord can claim in the more common scenarios where a landlord wishes to make a claim against a tenants deposit. Rent arrears With rent arrears, how...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – Why bring a claim?

https://youtu.be/1HMLUCkKa3E?si=AxFMjqR53OWjA4Dc For those who face physical and / or financial hardship because of medical mistakes it is essential to bring a compensation claim to obtain the necessary financial support to live as near a normal...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQs – Will I have to go to court?

https://youtu.be/RQkATRHnFhU?si=g1jgzlHUTd9RsYy1 It is very rare indeed that a claim goes to trial. Our clients’ claims usually settle successfully without the need for a contested trial. Whilst we cannot guarantee that any particular claim will settle...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQs – What steps are involved in bringing a cerebral palsy claim?

https://youtu.be/2aDH69qjq9E?si=aIAmRDoIM10C4LOz The first step in bringing a cerebral palsy claim is to discuss your recollection of events with you to obtain an initial understanding of your pregnancy, labour, delivery and your child’s neonatal care, the...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – What do I need to prove to succeed in a claim?

https://youtu.be/U2ndvcRkBO0?si=hfbYwUD9Z0RcQWhh In order to succeed in a claim for medical negligence, it is necessary to prove not only that the care was of such a poor standard as to be negligent, but also that the...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – What does the NHS say about bringing a claim?

The NHS has structures in place aimed at capturing learning when claims arise. The NHS has a dedicated Safety and Learning team which looks at the nature of claims that are being brought to try...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQs – What difference does compensation make?

In medical negligence claims, compensation for serious injury and disability usually includes a sum for the injury, and sums to compensate for financial losses and the cost of meeting the needs that arise from the...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – What are the time limits?

https://youtu.be/LZd5fW5Oz3o?si=8sfV7GWKvTXsuXd4 In most cases, someone who has been injured as a result of medical negligence has three years from the date of the negligence which caused the injury to issue court proceedings. However, there are...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – Steps after starting court proceedings

https://youtu.be/ATNaEmwNbf8?si=ymdJHcW6J7lwaEjA Not every clinical negligence claim will require the Court’s involvement. The initial stages of the investigation are often carried out before the Court is notified of a claim and many cases are brought to...
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Making a medical negligence claim FAQ’s – How much does it cost to bring a claim?

Featured people Vanessa Wand Senior Associate – Solicitor Vanessa Wand is a Senior Associate Solicitor in Boyes Turner’s highly regarded Medical Negligence team. Read more Share this article:  Related insights Contact us If you have...
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