Over the last 20 years we have seen a huge increase in the number of cyclists in the UK. Councils up and down the country have spent millions of pounds on cycle paths and other improvement strategies. While it is not for everyone, many people now cycle to work as Read more…
If you are considering making a claim for personal injury it is important to be aware that there are strict time limits for starting a claim. If you miss the window you may be left unable to pursue your claim for compensation, no matter how justified your claim may be. Read more…
A viola player who suffered a life-changing hearing injury during rehearsals of Wagner’s Die Walkure in 2012 has won a landmark High Court judgment against the Royal Opera House (ROH). The case, won by the musician Christopher Goldscheider, has huge implications for the music industry and the health and safety Read more…
Love to Ride UK, an organisation that promotes cycling, are holding their annual ride to Work Week from 25th – 31st March 19. They say that switching to two wheels for your commute to work can make you happier, healthier and wealthier! Plus it’s great for the environment and reduces Read more…
If you have been the victim of a violent crime and have suffered physical and/or psychological injury as a result, you may be able entitled to claim compensation. The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a government body which compensates victims of violent crime. This scheme was first introduced in Read more…
Horse riding is an enjoyable hobby for many adults and children in the UK. According to statistics from the British Horse Society (BHS) there are 944,000 horses in Britain and 1.3 million regular riders. However with horse riding comes with a set of risks that most experienced riders will know Read more…
Personal injuries sustained by players or spectators on or around the sporting field are nothing new. However a number of recent high profile cases that have attracted media interest have put sports-related injuries back in the spotlight. In Paris at the end of September this year there was an unfortunate Read more…
The Dangerous Dogs Act (DDA) makes it illegal for a dog to be “out of control” or to attack someone. The legislation also makes it an offence if a person is worried or afraid (the term used in the Act is if someone has “reasonable apprehension”) that a dog may Read more…
Whiplash (or hyperextension) is one of the most common personal injuries people claim for. This type of injury is caused by the sudden movement of the head, neck, shoulders and back forwards, backwards or sideways, often as a result of a road traffic accident and commonly when a stationary car Read more…
The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) is committed to campaigning for reform to improve the law for injured people so that, when the worst happens, people will be able to exercise their right to seek justice, care and fair compensation. We would all prefer for people not to be Read more…