Christmas Is Upon Us Once More
It's a wonderful time of year, or is it? The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents tells us that more than 80 thousand people go to A & E over the festive season. Obviously, not all of those accidents give rise to a claim but many situations do and… Read More
Posted on: December 18, 2023Can I Claim Compensation for a Dog Bite?
There is no doubt that the UK is a nation of dog lovers. Whilst the vast majority of dogs pose no threat, there are over 200,000 dog attacks taking place each year. According to Government figures, hospital admissions for dog attacks have increased by 81% since 2005. An unacceptably high… Read More
Posted on: December 20, 2019Mother left with horrific burns after son’s hoverboard burst into flames
A mother suffered horrific burns after her son's hoverboard exploded 'like a bomb' and burst into flames. JoAnn Ensell, from Buckinghamshire, bought the toy for son, Henry, 11, as a Christmas present from wholesaler Costco, but it blew up when she took it off charge. JoAnn suffered serious burns on… Read More
Posted on: December 12, 2016Shop worker suffers third-degree burns from cup of tea at Costa Coffee
Melissa Postello, 23 was left in agony when she accidently spilt the hot drink she bought at the coffee franchises' Meadowhall shop in Sheffield. Miss Postello claimed the cup of tea was almost too hot to handle when it was passed to her. She was sitting in the passenger seat… Read More
Posted on: November 2, 2016Woman sustained head injuries after being hit by falling scaffolding
A woman had to be taken to hospital after being hit on the head by a falling piece of scaffolding. Paramedics, police and fire fighters were all called to the scene where the woman was initially treated for her injuries. The road was closed off while the incident was being dealt with.… Read More
Posted on: September 20, 2016Schoolgirl left with second degree burns from KFC gravy
A Manchester schoolgirl was left with second degree burns after spilling 'boiling hot' gravy on her hand as she ate at KFC with her family. The schoolgirl was out with her family as a treat for a good school report when the accident occurred. The schoolgirl was sat eating her… Read More
Posted on: September 12, 2016Make-up artist left scarred after negligent lip tattoo
A 20 year old make-up artist claims her life has been ruined after a lip tattooing procedure went horribly wrong. Last November she paid £250 to try and fix her ‘wonky’ smile but instead was left swallowing blood after the beautician bore too deep into the tissue. Six months on… Read More
Posted on: May 27, 2016Beauty blogger left swollen and blistered after faulty laser treatment
A beauty blogger underwent what was meant to be a simple procedure, to remove a small birth mark but instead ended up looking like a burns victim. She wanted to remove a small port wine stain birth mark on her right cheek after she found out the potential dangers of… Read More
Posted on: May 27, 2016Help when you have been hurt
Gary Chadwick, an experienced personal injury solicitor, discusses what to do if you have been hurt in an accident. According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, older people, particularly those who are frail, are some of the most vulnerable when it comes to becoming involved in accidents.… Read More
Posted on: April 9, 2014Christmas tree burns young boy
A two-year old boy suffered an electric shock from a fibre-optic Christmas tree bought from high street retailer Argos. The young boy was helping his mother decorate the tree when he received the electric shock. He was rushed to hospital with burn injuries to his nose and hands. Argos have… Read More
Posted on: January 8, 2013