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Express Solicitors readies itself for further growth

Express Solicitors has released its statutory accounts for 2024 as it continues to push its aggressive growth strategy and line up more acquisitions.



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Construction worker awarded £285,000 after toe amputation

Express Solicitors has supported a dad who had to have four toes amputated after his GP misdiagnosed his infection as athlete’s foot.



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Highly Commended in diversity and inclusion award

Our diversity and inclusion work achieves a high commendation

Our EDI Network has been honoured at this year’s Modern Law Awards with a Highly Commended accolade in the Diversity & Inclusion category.



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Appeal success after claimant denied use of medical evidence

Ebony Hornby, a solicitor in our Employers’ Liability department, has written an article for Solicitors Journal about a case in which a judge overturned a decision to strike out the claimant’s injury claim.



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RBS doubles credit support as Express plans for further growth

Express Solicitors has had its revolving credit agreement with The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) renewed and doubled, so it’s now worth £16m.



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Lorraine Brown

Mum-of-two awarded £95,000 after being run down by a moped

Express Solicitors has helped Loraine White obtain a life-changing settlement after she was injured by a moped on a pedestrian crossing.



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Chloe Turner: Getting a Training Contract

At Express Solicitors, we pride ourselves on nurturing talent and providing real hands-on experience for aspiring legal professionals. Chloe’s journey is a testament to how our structured training and supportive environment help young lawyers thrive.



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Express CEO joins the Lawyer Hot 100 2025 list

Express Solicitors CEO, James Maxey, has made his debut in The Lawyer Hot 100 2025 with the prestigious list highlighting the huge growth of the firm he set up nearly 25 years ago, its award-winning training scheme and the multiple acquisitions he’s driven.



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When safety falls short: trampoline park liability in focus

Adam Farrell, Partner in our Employers’ Liability team, has written an article for Solicitors Journal, discussing a landmark ruling which highlights the risks of foam pits and the limitations of compliance with industry standards.



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Express up for Law Firm of the Year

Express has been shortlisted in the ‘Law Firm of the Year’ category at the Modern Claims Awards 2024! Our entry showcased the amazing year we’ve had at Express, advancing 12 places in the Lawyer Top 100 Law Firm to #80, moving to our new HQ in South Manchester, updating our brand, acquiring two other South […]

Day in the life: An insight into my first sitting as a magistrate.

Louise began her legal journey at the University of Central Lancashire, where she obtained a Master of Laws (LLM). She went on to become a solicitor and complete her LPC at Liverpool John Moores University. Throughout the past two decades, she has specialised in costs and Personal Injury litigation, gaining extensive experience advising on a […]

Express Solicitors continues its support of The Maggie Oliver Foundation

Express Solicitors is proud to have renewed its partnership with The Maggie Oliver Foundation (TMOF) for a further year, marking the occasion with another donation. TMOF was founded by detective-turned-whistle-blower Maggie Oliver who exposed the Rochdale grooming scandal. The foundation supports survivors of childhood sexual abuse and exploitation. We are honoured to support TMOF’s life-changing […]

The role of a professional deputy in a clinical negligence case

Nicole James-Julio, Trainee Solicitor in Clinical Negligence, has written an article on ‘The role of a professional deputy in a clinical negligence case’ for Legal Futures. Nicole discusses the vast and complex responsibilities of a professional deputy and the kind of assistance a Claimant may need in this kind of situation. She also explores the […]

Express continues bold growth strategy with new director and additions to senior team

Personal injury law firm Express Solicitors is continuing to bolster its senior team by appointing Charles Layfield as its Chairman Non-Executive Director. Charles has been tasked with readying the firm for the next series of business growth and brings with him a wealth of experience from his various director roles in the legal, insurance and connected sectors. […]

Express solicitor reacts to verdict on trampoline park injuries

Former Flip Out Chester owners David Shuttleworth and Matthew Melling were given a fine of just over £6,000 each – despite 11 people breaking their backs in a seven-week period at their trampoline park while they were in charge. They also were ordered to pay £60,000 costs between them and carry out 250 hours community […]

David Dean discusses CRPS for Legal Futures

David Dean, Senior Associate Solicitor at Express Solicitors, has contributed an article for Legal Futures to raise awareness about pain conditions in personal injury and clinical negligence. In this blog, David highlights the complexities of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in a both a medical and legal context. David touches upon the diagnostic criteria for […]

Pensioner left in coma following e-bike collision

Margaret Scaldwell, 70, was left with a broken spine and lost all of her teeth when hit by an e-bike capable of 55mph. The accident occurred when Margaret was crossing the road in Wigan and two men speeding on an e-bike ploughed into her, causing life-changing injuries. Margaret was put into a medically-induced coma. The […]

Express strengthens Partnership With Headway

We are delighted to continue our support of leading brain injury charity Headway UK. The development will see Express Solicitors renew its corporate membership and join the brain injury solicitor’s directory for 2024. The national charity has a network of branches across the UK supporting people affected by brain injury and their families. Their mission […]

Mother-of-two fears mould-infested flat will kill her

Stacey Coveley, 37, from Clapham, is taking up a personal injury claim with Express Solicitors as a result of a severe mould problem in her South London council flat. Stacey, a mother-of-two, who suffers from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is “petrified” that the mould problem in her flat will kill her. “My father died […]

Brother of man attacked by dog calls for a change in the law

David Roach’s brother John stepped in to help when a woman was attacked and bitten by a pit bull. When the dog turned on John too, he was left with severe physical injuries and the attack had a huge effect on his mental health. John died 18 months after the attack and now David is […]

Injured contestants on Netflix’s Squid Game seek help from Express

Contestants on Netflix’s new show ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ have instructed Daniel Slade, Chief Executive Officer (Legal) at Express Solicitors, to help them seek compensation for injuries they suffered during the show’s filming in January of this year. The contestants claim that they suffered injuries such as hypothermia and nerve damage as a result of […]

How to get the most out of a university law fair

Oliver Doak, Emerging Talent Officer at Express Solicitors, shares his insights into getting the most of a university law fair with a view to securing a graduate job.

The potential link between TBI and dementia

Damian Bradley, Partner at Express Solicitors, observes how the courts have approached scientific evidence on the potential link between TBI and dementia. This is in response to an ever-growing body of studies that suggests there is more than a tentative link between TBI and dementia. But are these studies enough to persuade a judge? Read […]

Express Solicitors achieves ‘outstanding to work for’ accolade

Best Companies announces its results quarterly and for Q4 Express Solicitors has been ranked 14th best law firm to work for in the UK, 63rd best company to work for in the North West and 94th in the category of best large company in the UK. Chief Human Resources Officer at Express Solicitors, Carole Jones […]

How to overcome challenges for claimants who are not native English speakers

Eden McCaughie, Associate Solicitor at Express Solicitors, discusses the challenges for claimants who are not native English speakers and how to overcome them in her latest article for Legal Futures. The number of foreign workers in the UK makes up 18% of the employed workforce. Inevitably, these individuals will need to make personal injury claims […]

Hotels could be forced to pay out thousands for bed bugs claims

The fear of a bed bug epidemic in the UK is rising. Numbers increased by 65% in the last year. Luckily, Express Solicitors is here to help fight these cases and win thousands of pounds in compensation. Craig Philips, Partner at Express Solicitors, is an expert in consumer compensation claims: “I’ve heard the stories from […]

Express Solicitors listed in 2024 Chambers & Partners

Express Solicitors has been ranked in 2024 edition of Chambers UK – a Client’s Guide to the UK Legal Profession. The leading personal injury firm has been ranked in Band 4 for clinical negligence. Richard Lowery, Partner and Head of Employers’ Liability at Express Solicitors, has been ranked in Band 2 as a Leading individual […]

Mum-of-three ‘nearly blinded’ by washing up liquid at work

Express Solicitors is helping Toni Brown fight her case after she was nearly blinded by washing up liquid while working at a Greggs concession store in a BP garage in Frankley, Worcestershire. As she was cleaning utensils the industrial-strength liquid squirted up into her eyes in what has been described as a freak accident. The […]

Woman left with blood clot as decking collapsed during hot tub dip on holiday

For Karen Taylor-Barrett, a self-employed florist from Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, a dream spa holiday in Tenerife was cut short when she suffered a terrifying accident by the hot tub. As Karen went to enter the hot tub, the decking collapsed around her leg which not only badly bruised her legs, but later resulted in her being […]