There are rules regarding the time limits in which it is possible to make successful compensation claims for injuries. As reported in The Manchester Evening News, a courageous disabled individual has persevered and received an out of court of settlement worth £2 million. This is despite the fact that it seemed that time was against Jonathon Khairule in his fight for a compensation payout.
Now 28, Mr Khairule was born with an injury to his brain. However, he communicates via a computer and has even received a distinction in a prestigious IT qualification. Half a decade ago, he realised that his disability may have been caused by a (more…)
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Dr Sarina Saiger has won a six figure sum after she made a compensation claim. As reported in The News and Star, Dr Saiger was apparently the victim of considerable discrimination in the workplace. A tribunal has concluded that 16 of the serious allegations she made reflected her proven experiences.
Dr Saiger was a senior nurse who made compensation claims in response to racial discrimination she faced at the hands of North Cumbria University Hospital NHS Trust. Shockingly, her bosses told her that she was the:
“Wrong colour and culture for Cumbria.”
The outcome of what was allegedly a concerted spell of harassment was that Dr Saiger was unfairly (more…)
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Just over a month ago, many passengers were badly affected by the significant problems with the Eurostar service. The media focused considerably on the disruption to the journeys of passengers. It also drew attention to the experiences of those passengers who were trapped within the Channel Tunnel.
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The Health and Safety Executive has recently produced a list of tips regarding the obligations of an employer in relation to health and safety law. Employees are not without responsibilities in this area, but employers keen to avoid accident claims would do well to follow some straightforward advice. (more…)
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In May 2007, Keith Tilbury was participating in police training when he was struck down by gunfire. As reported in the Daily Telegraph, Mr Tilbury has received an undisclosed payout for the personal injury. It is known that the work accident was so serious that Mr Tilbury received in excess of £100,000. (more…)
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Compensation payouts can be more than you ever envisaged. If you are unfamiliar with the ins and outs of the legal system, you may be unaware of the circumstances in which you are due compensation. It is also possible that you may not realise how much a claim related to a personal injury may net you. (more…)
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It is widely acknowledged, at least in the media, that hospitals can be dangerous places. We go to hospitals when we are at our most vulnerable and medical negligence can therefore cost us dearly. Many firms supply information about seeking compensation from the NHS, but if you have gone private you may still have been a personal injury victim, for example. (more…)
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