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Cycling Accident Claims: What you need to know

Statistics have shown that every 30 seconds someone in the world is killed in a road accident. Over the years this figure has drastically risen through the greater use and accessibility of vehicles and the increased number of people now cycling. The severity of the injuries vary but they still occur on a daily basis...Read More

Employment Law: Top Four Changes in 2015

Employment law is a minefield and for the uninitiated it can be complex, confusing and ever-changing. 2015 is proving to be no exception with a number of important legislative changes on the way. Here are the top four areas that employers should note. Parental Leave and Pay This year there are big changes for parental...Read More

Clinical Negligence in the News

The NHS has announced major incidents within a number of their hospitals across the UK. These major incidents, caused by mounting pressures on NHS staff, lead to an increase in clinical negligence, as understaffed departments struggle to cope with increasing patient demands. What Is a Major Incident? Hospitals declare a major incident when they are...Read More

How to Choose the Best Employment Solicitor

When it comes to employment law, bad advice can be worse than no advice! Make sure you choose the right employment lawyer by following the tips below. A Specialist Don’t be tempted to choose a solicitor that dabbles in the field of employment law – always look for an employment law specialist. Employment law is...Read More

Accidents at Work: How Compensation Can Help

Every year thousands of workers are injured in accidents at work. In 2013 in the UK alone, 78,000 workers experienced a workplace injury and over one million workers suffered from a work-related illness. If you’ve had an accident at work or suffered from a work-related illness, find out how compensation could help you. Why You...Read More

What is a last minute settlement?

In an employment tribunal situation, it is not uncommon for a last-minute settlement to be made. On the one hand, this can be a good thing, especially if you can come to a mutual agreement with your employer and it saves you both the hassle of going through the hearing. On the other hand, it can...Read More

Mark Reynolds Solicitors raise funds for Will Aid Scheme

Mark Reynolds Solicitors were delighted to have been part of last year’s Will Aid scheme and have raised a grand total of £2875 for the charity. Will Aid was founded in 1988 as a nationally run initiative designed to raise money for charity by harnessing the skills of Solicitors to help those in need. Solicitors...Read More

Automatic anonymity law ruled for personal injury claims

Protected parties and children involved in clinical negligence and personal injury cases will not be named publicly unless it’s absolutely necessary, ruled the Court of Appeal this month. Previously, personal injury and medical negligence claimants were automatically named unless they formally applied for anonymity and submitted it to the Press Association news agency. Now the...Read More

Road Traffic Accident Settlement Success Story

Our client was involved in a road traffic accident where the insurers were looking to sweep his accident under the carpet and offer £1000.00 in settlement. We obtained suitable medical evidence from an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and obtained in excess of £4,500.00 for our client. Further to this, our client’s damages cheque arrived only...Read More