The words “ Court “ and “Issuing Court Proceedings ” send shudders through the spines of most of the population who immediately think they are going to be humiliated in front of a jury and a packed public gallery by a barrister for the Defendant. In Personal Injury cases, I’m Read more…
I recently received instructions from the mother of two young boys who had been involved in a serious road traffic accident. The younger boy was hit by a car at around 40mph and suffered lift-changing brain injuries. His older brother witnessed the entire accident, and, seeing his brother’s unconscious body Read more…
Riding a motorbike is an exhilarating experience. As a former well known Pizza delivery company driver, I remember well the thrill and feeling of speed (not to mention the free pizza). There are many types of motorbike, but some are thought to be more dangerous than others. They include Three Read more…
A quick Google search reveals that there are thousands of Solicitors who do personal injury work, so why should you use Taylor&Emmet Solicitors? We pride ourselves on the quality of work we do for clients. We are proud to be based in Sheffield. It is true what they say about Read more…
Most people know that they have 3 years from the date of an accident in which they are injured to settle their claim or start Court Proceedings pursuant to the Limitation Act of 1980. That period may be longer for claims including hearing loss, asbestos-related conditions, other industrial diseases and Read more…
This month we have heard the news that 8 former Rugby Union players, including the former England hooker Steve Thompson, will be bringing personal injury claims against rugby’s governing bodies. They are claiming that as a result of negligence they have been left with permanent brain injuries, specifically dementia. The Read more…
If you have suffered an amputation as a result of a serious accident at work, you could be entitled to compensation to assist you with rebuilding your life. Losing a limb can be one of the most physically and emotionally challenging injuries that can happen to someone in their lifetime. Read more…
When a person is killed as a result of the negligent act of a person or organisation, a claim for compensation may be brought on behalf of their estate and also on behalf of their dependents. The person or people who bring the action are legally called the Claimant or Read more…
Our client was making her way into the retailer’s premises to look for Christmas presents. She walked across the threshold and immediately slipped and fell, landing heavily and suffering an injury to her back. Whilst she was on the floor, she realised that her trousers were soaking and the cause Read more…
At this time of year, we generally see an increase in enquiries from people who have suffered a personal injury whilst on holiday, whether in a road traffic accident, or in a hotel or a public place. Road Traffic Accidents abroad: In England and Wales, you have three years from Read more…