PTSD After Medical Negligence: Can You Claim Compensation for Psychological Injury? When people think about clinical negligence claims, they often focus on physical injuries. However, the emotional and psychological impact of negligent medical treatment can be just as devastating. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a recognised psychiatric condition that can develop following traumatic experiences, including […]
Phoenix Legal Secures £11,000 in Japanese Knotweed Claim Japanese Knotweed continues to pose a serious and often underestimated threat to residential property owners across the UK. Its rapid growth, invasive nature, and potential to cause structural damage can significantly reduce property value and create complex legal disputes between neighbours. Japanese Knotweed Encroachment from Neighbouring Land […]
Can a Patient Be Partly to Blame in a Clinical Negligence Claim? When bringing a clinical negligence claim, the primary issue is usually whether a doctor, GP, nurse, hospital or other healthcare professional has breached their duty of care and caused avoidable harm. However, in some medical negligence cases, the court will also consider whether […]
Successful Employers’ Liability Claim Following Toxic Fume Exposure in a Welfare Vehicle – Case Study Outcome: Claim settled in the claimant’s favour (pre-trial) Area: Employers’ Liability: hazardous fumes, unsafe work equipment, inadequate welfare facilities Defendant: Local council When employers fail to act on safety warnings or provide properly maintained equipment, the consequences for employees can […]
Engineered Stone Silicosis Claims in the UK: The Growing Health Crisis Linked to Quartz Worktops Engineered stone worktops have become one of the most popular choices in modern kitchens across the UK. Marketed as stylish, durable and affordable, these quartz-based surfaces are now at the centre of a growing occupational health crisis that experts are […]
£17,000 Recovered from Revolut After Business Owner Falls Victim to Sophisticated Impersonation Scam In February 2024, a hard-working business owner and father of four became the unfortunate target of a highly sophisticated impersonation scam. What began as a routine day quickly turned into a financial nightmare, but thanks to legal intervention and a final ruling […]
NHS ‘Never Events’ NHS England has published a provisional report detailing the number of Patient Safety Incidents, commonly referred to as ‘Never Events’, reported between April and November 2025 across 120 NHS Trusts. A Never Event is a serious, and sometimes catastrophic, patient safety incident that has either caused serious harm or had the clear […]
Tenant Recovers £2,925 in Tenancy Deposit Claim Tenancy deposit protection is a legal requirement in England and Wales, yet many landlords still fail to comply. When this happens, tenants may be entitled to claim compensation of up to three times the value of their deposit. Recently, our firm achieved a successful outcome for two Hampshire […]
Harm Suffered by NHS Cancer Patients The BBC has reported that more than 200 breast cancer patients at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust suffered harm, with 43 patients experiencing serious harm linked to shortcomings in patient care. Issues included delayed diagnoses and, tragically, some women undergoing unnecessary mastectomies. Findings From the Independent Review […]
Time Limits in Medical Negligence Claims: Why Early Legal Advice Is Crucial If you believe you may have a legal claim arising from negligent medical treatment, it’s essential to seek legal advice as early as possible. The Limitation Act 1980 sets out strict time limits for bringing a claim, and missing a deadline could prevent […]
