Switalskis Solicitors

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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, and the symptoms can often go unnoticed. In our latest blog, we discuss the early signs of prostate, testicular, and pe**le cancer to help men stay informed.

Read more from Clinical Negligence Solicitor, Lindsay Clark.

Understanding the Symptoms of Prostate, Testicular, and Pe**le Cancer | Switalskis Learn about the key symptoms of male cancers, including prostate, testicular, and pe**le cancer. Early diagnosis is crucial. If you’ve experienced delays or errors in treatment, Switalskis medical negligence team can help you pursue a claim.

We’ve welcomed four new future solicitors as part of our ongoing growth across the region and our expanding presence in London. Find out how you could become a solicitor through our bespoke Qualifying Solicitors Programme.
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Switalskis Welcomes The Latest Aspiring Solicitors Across Yorkshire And London | Switalskis Switalskis has welcomed four new future solicitors as part of its ongoing growth across the region and its expanding presence in London.

Looking after someone else's child is a big ask, but a lot of people do take this role on. Sana Mahmood explores the role of a kinship carer, what it means and what the support available looks like. If you're considering taking someone's child in and acting in their best interests this is a must read.

What is kinship care? Child care solicitors | Switalskis Caring for a family members child is a big undertaking, learn what kinship care is so you understand the role.

Electric shock accidents can cause a range of injuries. the most serious cases it can even result in death. We look at the statistics, some recent cases and offer advice on dealing with electric shocks.

Electrocution Injuries At Work | Switalskis Each year, around 1,000 electrical accidents in the workplace are reported to the Health and Safety Executive. If you've been injured contact us for advice.

The Thirlwall Inquiry provides an opportunity to seek answers and prevent future incidents from occurring. At Switalskis we represent six of the families impacted by the events at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Read more from Senior Associate, Tamlin Bolton.

Thirlwall Inquiry: Families Seek justice and systemic change | Switalskis As the public inquiry into the Thirlwall Inquiry begins, Switalskis represent six families seeking justice and reforms to prevent future tragedies in neonatal care. Learn more.

Violence in educational settings is on the rise. Stephen Bradley-Watson, associate solicitor and personal injury expert, has recently represented a motor engineering student who lost his hearing in one ear after being assaulted by another student.

Violence In UK Educational Settings: A Growing Concern | Switalskis Violence in educational settings is a growing concern in the UK, with incidents ranging from verbal abuse to severe physical assaults. If you've been injured, contact us today.

If you’re injured at work, you might be worried about your job if you make a claim against your employer. Our personal injury experts work hand in hand with our employment law experts to make sure our comprehensive legal support really is just that.

Combining personal injury and employment law expertise | Switalskis At Switalskis, comprehensive legal support means more than just addressing one issue at a time. Often, legal challenges overlap, especially in areas like employment law and personal injury.

Our Leeds based teams have moved to new premises today.

Looking for expert advice on social services and child care law? Our latest blog breaks down everything you need to know about supporting children through care proceedings. Whether you're a parent, relative, or professional, this guide has valuable insights for you. Check it out!👇

What to do if social services are involved with your child? | Switalskis A guide on what to do if social services are involved with your child. Get in touch with Switalskis childcare solicitors today to learn how they can help.

If you’re involved in new build developments, we’ll explain how a well-drafted management agreement can help you achieve all your objectives and make sure the development runs smoothly.

Drafting Effective Management Agreements For New Build Developments | Switalskis A well-drafted, clear and enforceable management agreement provides certainly for all parties involved in new build developments. Contact us for advice.

If you’re thinking of entering into a pre-nuptial agreement, make sure you know the facts – our prenups myth buster explains all.

Pre-Nuptial Agreements: Busting The Myths | Switalskis While the numbers of couples entering into pre-nuptial agreements or ‘prenups’ are on the rise, there are still many common misconceptions about them. Contact us today for expert legal advice.

Disputes between management companies and homeowners can be a significant challenge in new build developments. In our latest guide we detail how residential housebuilders can help prevent or resolve conflicts effectively.

Avoiding Disputes: A Legal Guide For Residential House Builders | Switalskis A guide on best practices and proactive legal strategies to help residential house builders prevent and resolve conflicts effectively

Air Ambulance Week, which runs 9 – 15 September, carries the theme "Today’s Supporter, Tomorrow’s Lifesaver." At Switalskis, we’re very pleased to support the charity in their important work.
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Supporting The Air Ambulance Service | Switalskis Air Ambulance Week, which runs from 9 - 15 September, carries the theme "Today’s Supporter, Tomorrow’s Lifesaver." We're happy to support the charity in their work.

Our clinical negligence team secures an out-of-court settlement after failure to obtain informed consent for refractive lens surgery.

Read more from our clinical negligence solicitor Jack Fox.

Team secures out-of-court settlement after negligent lens surgery | Switalskis An artist from Yorkshire instructed our clinical negligence lawyers, after being misinformed of the true risks of lens replacement surgery.

No parent should have to go through the trauma of having their child hurt in an accident. The legal process can seem daunting. Here’s our guide to ensuring the child’s rights are protected.

Navigating The Aftermath Of A Child’s Road Accident | Switalskis It's essential to ensure children are well-informed about road safety. If a child is involved in an accident, this guide will help parents/carers to navigate their way through the claims process. For support or advice, contact us today.

We’ve enhanced our residential conveyancing team with the promotion of Hannah Midgely and the appointment of Wendy Welburn. We now have a total of 27 people working in our conveyancing team based in offices across the Yorkshire region.
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Pictured: Sarah Cookson, Wendy Welburn and Hannah Midgely

Conveyancing Team Strengthened With Promotion and New Appointment | Switalskis Switalskis has further enhanced its residential conveyancing team with the promotion of Hannah Midgley and the appointment of Wendy Welburn. For support with all conveyancing matters, contact us today.

Closing or scaling back a business is a tough decision that comes with a wide range of legal responsibilities. Here’s our straightforward guide to help keep you on the right side of the law.

Navigating The Closure Or Scaling Back Of A Business | Switalskis Closing or scaling back a business is a tough decision. Owners of small to medium-sized businesses have significant legal responsibilities that they need to be aware of. For expert advice contact us today.

Employers are legally obliged to provide a safe working environment. This case illustrates the impact poor health and safety at work can have on an employee.

The Role Of Employers In Preventing Industrial Diseases | Switalskis If you’ve suffered from exposure to substances at work, contact our specialist industrial disease claim solicitors for advice. Call 0800 138 0458.

Are you thinking of buying or selling property?

Whether its a new build, a leasehold property or you're heading to auction - we're here to help.

Our child abuse compensation team has recently reached a £30,000 out-of-court settlement for a client who was sexually abused by a Scout leader in 2013.

Read more from Solicitor, Kieran Chatterton.

Justice for girl sexually abused by scout leader | Switalskis Switalskis has recently reached a £30,000 out-of-court settlement for a client who was sexually abused by a Scout leader in 2013.

Our personal injury team have brought a claim against an estate agent for failing to ensure the safety of those viewing a property, causing our client to fracture their ankle.

Compensation awarded following estate agents negligence | Switalskis A claim was brought against the estate agent for failing to ensure the safety of those who were viewing the property.

Finn Hall: The family of 16 year old Finn Hall are disappointed with the verdict delivered by HM Coroner Angela Brocklehurst.

Read more from Senior Associate Solicitor, Tamlin Bolton.

Finn Hall: Inquest conclusion not as family hoped | Switalskis The family of 16 year old Finn Hall are disappointed with the verdict delivered by HM Coroner Angela Brocklehurst.

A routine eye exam at his local Asda store ended in serious injury for an elderly gentleman.
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The Mental Capacity Act 2005 annual review | Switalskis The annual conference reviewing the trending topics in court of protection

Switalskis represents many survivors of historical child exploitation, including a number of women who are survivors of the Rotherham grooming scandal.

We commend the women who have come forward and helped to secure the conviction of David Saynor, the 36th man to be sentenced so far.
https://www.switalskis.com/blog/rotherham-grooming-scandal-operation-stovewood

Rotherham grooming scandal - Operation Stovewood's 36th conviction to date | Switalskis The success of Operation Stovewood shows the importance of a dedicated police force and agencies working together. For a confidential chat please contact Amy Clowrey on 07393 237896.

Whatever the size of your new build development, you need to keep a keen focus on the detail if you want everything to run smoothly.

Emma Millington, property development solicitor shares tips and advice to help avoid costly and time consuming issues.

From Approval to Completion: Why Developers Should Remain Focused On Planning Conditions | Switalskis Developers need to keep a keen focus on the detail if they want their new build development to run smoothly. We share tips and advice to help prevent costly and time consuming non-compliance issues arising. Contact us for advice.

As personal injury solicitors, we’re concerned about the surge in injuries at UK trampoline parks. There are urgent safety concerns and we call for stronger regulations to protect visitors and prevent further harm.

A Call For Greater Safety In Trampoline Parks | Switalskis The rise in injuries at trampoline parks is unacceptable, and we join the call for stronger regulations and enforcement to prevent further tragedies. If you've been injured, contact us for support.

The family of a Cambridgeshire couple who died in a head-on collision in 2022 have reacted to a dangerous driving verdict handed down in court this week. Katrina Elsey, senior associate and Rosie Dodds, associate solicitor in our personal injury department acted for the family.

Dangerous driving verdict | Switalskis Dangerous driving conviction for man who “wiped out” a generation of a Cambridgeshire family

Domestic abuse in the home can significantly harm a child's mental and physical well-being, and the impact can extend into adulthood. Child arrangement orders can ensure your child has a safe home and regulate contact with the other people.
https://www.switalskis.com/blog/child-arrangement-orders