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Separated parents - are you ready for Christmas?

When parents separate, it is for them to agree the living arrangements for their children. Whether that be a shared care arrangement or one predominant carer with the children spending regular time with the non-resident parent. Like Christmas, what is best for the children will be different for each family.

Knee, Hip or Joint Replacement Surgery that didn’t go to plan?

Knee replacement surgery, together with hip replacement surgery, are often a last resort treatment option available for people whose joint issues are beginning to impact on their mobility and quality of life. Unfortunately, negligent knee, hip and joint surgery can leave a patient with a greater level of pain and disability than they experienced before the procedure.

Selling your financial services business? What you need to know

Corporate Lawyer Euan McLaughlin outlines the issues Financial Services business owners need to think about in advance of any potential sale.

What is Medical Negligence, and what is involved in making a claim?

NHS care is usually very good, and most people do not have any problems. However, things can go wrong and, when mistakes are made, they can be catastrophic and life changing. Some mistakes amount to negligence and compensation can be recovered in many cases.

Raising Awareness of Cauda Equina Syndrome

Cauda Equina Syndrome is a rare neurological condition which requires immediate referral for investigation and treatment to prevent permanent damage. ‘Red flag symptoms’ are often missed by clinicians leading to a disproportionately high number of medical negligence cases.

Sepsis Awareness Month - Was Treatment Delayed or Negligent?

Despite extensive campaigning, some medical practitioners still do not carry an extensive awareness of sepsis that is needed so the diagnosis is often overlooked until it becomes too late to act.