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RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) is not a recognised medical condition in itself. RSI is a ‘catch all’ term that is given to a variety of musculo-skeletal problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis and HAVS (Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome). Typically, RSI is caused when a person has to perform repetitive tasks, overuse equipment, deal with vibration...Read More

Personal injury claims can be made by anyone who has suffered an injury in the workplace or outside the workplace because of another person’s negligence. At Mark Reynolds Solicitors we’re here to offer world-class advice and guidance through your personal injury claim. But sometimes accidents can happen – especially if you’re cycling on the road during...Read More

In July 2015 the Government launched an open consultation on the gender pay gap which currently sits at 19.1%. That means that for every £1 earned by a man, a woman will earn 81p. Even though this is the lowest differential ever recorded it still demonstrates that the gender pay gap in the UK still...Read More

Under the Employment Rights Act, an employee with an employment contract has the right to not be unfairly dismissed. If employment is terminated, it must be as a last resort when all other methods have been exhausted.  Dismissal must be fair, with good reason and a number of procedures must be respected before employment can...Read More

If you have sustained a personal injury or have been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you may be eligible to apply for an accident claim. However, even if the accident was not your fault, you may be concerned about making a legitimate claim because of the high upfront legal fees...Read More

In a recent ruling by the European Court of Justice, travel time is now considered work time for those workers with no fixed office. The implications of this judgement are far reaching and employers who hire workers that have no fixed work place are now left wondering how they will be affected by this decision....Read More

According to recent research by the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development), over 20% of employers have seen an increase in staff reporting depression and anxiety. With reference to the responsibilities set out in the Equality Act 2010, employers are duty bound not to discriminate against anybody with a disability, whether that’s physical or...Read More

Unfortunately, accidents happen. No matter how careful you are there’s still a chance someone else could cause an accident on the road or at work. Mark Reynolds Solicitors operate a no-win no-fee accident claims process. That means you have nothing to lose and a lot to gain if your accident claim is approved. Some of...Read More

The last thing you want to consider when booking your holiday is that possible injuries could occur. Travel insurance will cover the basics such as emergency medical costs and offer 24/7 assistance. Fellow EU countries have a reciprocal care agreement with the UK that will cover many emergency medical expenses, but you will need to...Read More

We always tend to think that most road accidents happen on busy urban roads and motorways but surprisingly, it’s the 20mph roads that are proving to be a real problem. Whilst it’s true that more fatalities are likely to take place on busy roads and motorways, the number of casualties that are happening on 20mph...Read More