Widow of man who suffered up to 40 falls at care home in Cornwall is awarded £28k
News
Medical negligence
The widow of an elderly man who suffered up to 40 falls – including one in which he suffered a broken leg – at a care home in Cornwall has been awarded £28,000 in an out-of-court settlement.
Written by
Vanessa Harris
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Couples entering into a second marriage are being reminded of the importance of having a Will in place, particularly when there are children from a previous marriage involved.
Developments in enforcing judgments – Key cases of 2022
Commercial litigation and disputes
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We take a look at notable guidance given by the courts in 2022 on enforcement methods following judgment. Find out more about different methods of enforcing a judgment
Written by
Philip Roberts
and
Owen Williams
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The final verdict: Is a collateral warranty a Construction Contract?
Construction
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As many were commencing their summer vacations, a longstanding and groundbreaking decision emerged from the Supreme Court relating to the case of Abbey Healthcare (Mill Hill) Ltd v Augusta 2008 LLP (formerly Simply Construct LLP).
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Employment status of athletes & sports coaches: everything you need to know
Sport
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In the world of professional and grassroots sport, the question of whether athletes and coaches are employees or independent contractors has significant legal, tax, and practical consequences.
Written by
Lavania Xavier
and
Sarah MacLarty
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