What Does This Mean? These proposals have been welcomed by many in the legal profession. The Law Society and STEP (The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) say they’re a step in the right direction, especially regarding digital wills and safeguarding vulnerable people. That said, some concerns remain. There are concerns about the implementation of […]
Category Archives: News
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May
May
Client Awarded £12,000 Compensation After Negligent Invisalign Dental Treatment At Phoenix Solicitors, we recently helped a client secure £12,000 in compensation after suffering a chemical burn during Invisalign dental treatment caused by a dentist’s negligence. What Happened During the Invisalign Procedure? Our client visited a dental practice to continue her Invisalign aligner treatment, a cosmetic […]
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May
May
Welcoming New Talent as Our Team Continues to Grow Over the past several months, our firm has welcomed several new team members, each bringing with them diverse experience, skillsets, and fresh energy that are helping shape the future of Phoenix Legal. With our team expanding to 20 professionals, including consultants, we remain committed to our […]
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Apr
Apr
Recognising Excellence in Clinical Negligence Law When you’ve suffered harm due to medical negligence, it’s important to know that your solicitor is not only experienced, but also recognised for their expertise. That’s where the Law Society’s Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme comes in. This accreditation is a respected quality mark awarded to solicitors who specialise in […]
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Apr
Apr
Inquest into the Tragic Death of 22-Month-Old Hailey Thompson from Sepsis and Pneumonia (Group A Streptococcus) Concludes on Day 4 This week, Phoenix Solicitors represented the family of 22-month-old Hailey Thompson in Bolton Coroner’s Court at the inquest into her death, which concluded today on day four of the inquest. The jury retired at 1.48pm […]
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Mar
Mar
Changes to the Financial Ombudsman Service – April 2025 The Financial Ombudsman Service has recently announced key changes that will come into effect in April 2025, specifically impacting professional representatives. These changes introduce a new fee structure for solicitors and other professionals representing clients in financial disputes. What’s Changing? Previously, the Financial Ombudsman operated as […]
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Mar
Mar
Common Misconceptions About Clinical Negligence Claims Making the decision to pursue a clinical negligence claim can feel overwhelming, especially when myths and misconceptions cloud your understanding of the process. In this blog, we’ll address some of the most common misconceptions about clinical / medical negligence claims and provide you with clarity to help you make […]
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Mar
Mar
Essential Steps You Should Take to Support Your Clinical Negligence Claim Bringing a clinical negligence claim can seem daunting, but with the right preparation, you can go through the entire process with confidence. In this guide, we’ll outline the steps you and your solicitor should take to ensure your claim is well-supported and progresses smoothly. […]
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Feb
Feb
Clinical Negligence Compensation When you’ve suffered harm due to clinical negligence, compensation is designed to cover the full scope of your losses—both tangible and intangible. The goal is to put you back in the position you would have been in had the negligence not occurred, as far as money can achieve. Here’s a detailed breakdown […]
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Feb
Feb
Phoenix Solicitor is a Disability Confident Committed Employer We are very proud to announce that Phoenix Legal Solicitors have become a Disability Confident Committed Employer as part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme. This marks an important milestone in our journey toward becoming a more inclusive and accessible workplace for our team. What Is a […]