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What is the Maximum Weight a Person Should Lift at Work?
4 September 2025Lifting heavy objects is a task that’s common in all sorts of workplaces, from warehouse and factory settings to even regular office spaces. But without proper safety precautions in place, heavy lifting can lead to serious injuries. Strains, sprains and long-term pain are all risks that might come with improper lifting, and it’s down to […]
What is duty of care?
2 September 2025In UK law, a duty of care is a factor in the majority of personal injury cases each year. It is a legal obligation to act responsibly to prevent harm to those in your care. Whether an individual, a business or an organisation, you will carry a duty of care to avoid foreseeable harm. The […]
South Asian Heritage Month
30 August 2025To celebrate the incredible contributions and culture of South Asia, we transformed our ‘town hall’ into a vibrant, bustling fair for South Asian Heritage Month. The event was a huge hit, offering a lively and interactive experience for everyone who joined us. Attendees were treated to a fantastic array of cultural experiences: Live Rhythms: The […]
Preparing for Awaab’s law
29 August 2025Colin Wilkinson, a Trainee Solicitor in our Consumer Claims team, has written an article for Legal Futures about Awaab’s Law, a new section introduced into the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 after the tragic death of Awaab Ishak in December 2020. Read more here: Preparing for Awaab’s law – Legal Futures If you have been […]
What is contributory negligence?
28 August 2025If you’ve been injured in an accident, understanding contributory negligence is very important as it could reduce the amount of compensation you’re entitled to receive. But what is contributory negligence? In this article, we’ll explain what contributory negligence is, how it applies to personal injury claims, give you some examples and discuss how it could […]
Can I Request CCTV Footage of an Accident?
27 August 2025When it comes to personal injury claims, especially where liability is disputed, evidence is everything. The stronger your evidence, the stronger your case — and few forms of evidence are clearer or more reliable than CCTV footage. While many assume they can just request CCTV footage whenever they need it, the reality is a little […]
When the dust doesn’t settle: Enforcement in housing disrepair claims
26 August 2025Lia Mirza, a Trainee Solicitor in our Consumer Claims team, has written a feature for Legal Futures which explores the post-settlement enforcement scene in housing disrepair claims. She delves into the procedural options under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and the practical steps required to compel compliance, while highlighting the distinct challenges depending on whether […]
What are interim payments? Early financial relief for injury claims
18 August 2025If you’re making a personal injury compensation claim, you might have come across the term “interim payments.” But what is an interim payment? Simply put, it’s a way to access part of your compensation early to help cover urgent costs while your claim is ongoing. In this guide, we’ll explain how interim payments work, when […]
What is deputyship and how does it work?
15 August 2025If someone you love has lost the mental capacity to manage their finances, property, and personal welfare, the Court of Protection may appoint a deputy to make decisions on their behalf. But what is deputyship, and how does it work? In this guide, we’ll explain the role of a deputy, the different types of deputyship, […]
Beyond the portal: child injury case offers critical lessons on valuation and costs
8 August 2025Carly Schofield, Partner in our Costs department has written an article for the Practice Notes section of the Solicitors Journal focusing on a case that involved a child claimant with a facial injury. The case resulted in a successful provisional assessment following a dispute over portal suitability. Read more: Beyond the portal: child injury case […]
What does a Court of Protection do?
7 August 2025The Court of Protection is a judicial body that exists in the UK to safeguard the interests of someone that cannot make their own decisions for themselves. This might be because of a personal injury, illness, or other condition that leaves them unsound of mind. But what does the Court of Protection do? In this […]
Is it Illegal to Ride a Bike Drunk? Here’s What You Need to Know
5 August 2025While you’re likely aware of the rules around drink driving in the UK, you might not be as aware of cycling rules. So, is it illegal to ride a bike drunk? While bicycles don’t have engines and cyclists don’t require licences, riding your bike in the UK comes with its own set of rules and […]
What is a litigation friend?
29 July 2025Navigating the legal system can be complicated for anyone, but especially for those that are unable to handle their own legal affairs because of age or mental capacity. This is where appointing a person to act as a litigation friend can be useful. But what is a litigation friend? In this helpful guide, we’ll run […]
What is a Part 36 Offer? Your Guide to Fair Injury Claim Settlements
28 July 2025If you’ve been involved in an accident that caused you a personal injury, you may be entitled to compensation. As part of the claims process, you might encounter a Part 36 offer, a formal settlement proposal under the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). But what is a Part 36 offer? In this guide, we’ll explain how […]
Electric motorbike rider jailed after pensioner suffers life-changing injuries
24 July 2025Margaret Scaldwell, was placed in a medically induced coma after being hit by an electric motorbike. The driver Kian Monks, a former Wigan Athletic footballer, was going at 40mph when he crashed into Margaret as she was on her way to her daughter’s house. Monks has now been sentenced at Bolton Crown Court to two […]
Express funds photo booth for leavers’ party
23 July 2025The Express support for local primary school, St Wilfrid’s CofE has continued as we’ve funded the photo booth for the Year Six leavers’ party for the second year running. The party celebrated a significant milestone for the kids before they head off to secondary school in September. Not only have we worked with the PTA […]
Express sponsors Riding Club Horse Trials
21 July 2025Express Solicitors has worked with the Area 5 Pony Club and the Area 20 British Riding Clubs to provide rosettes and sashes for this year’s Horse Trials in Tarporley, Cheshire. Organisers Chris Kirby, District Commissioner of Cheshire Hunt South Pony Club and Bethan Jones, District Commissioner of Flint & Denbigh Pony Club said: “We want […]
Express sponsors All Saints Catholic College girls and Manchester Vixens FC football kits
18 July 2025As the country gets behind the Lionesses and their efforts in the Euros, we have sponsored the girls football kits at All Saints Catholic College in Manchester for the upcoming school year. Assistant headteacher and PE teacher Mr Flynn at the Tameside school came to us for help. We agreed to sponsor the new kits […]
What Counts as Careless Driving – And Can You Claim if You’re Injured?
18 July 2025Accidents on the road aren’t always the result of reckless speeding or drunk driving. Often, they’re caused by a simple lapse in concentration. But what counts as “careless driving” in the eyes of the law? And how might it affect your chances of claiming compensation if you’ve been injured? In this guide, we’ll walk you […]
Is it Illegal to Cycle on the Pavement?
16 July 2025Cycling on pavements has always been a hot debate between pedestrians, cyclists and road users in the UK. While some cyclists view pavements as a safer option than busy roads, the practice often raises safety concerns for pedestrians. But is it illegal to cycle on the pavement? Understanding the law around this can help you […]