Medical negligence: Cauda Equina Syndrome claims
Tim Deeming, Partner in Tees’, Top Tier Legal 500 Medical Negligence and Personal Injury team, highlights ‘red flag’ symptoms and signs, and the importance of urgent medical intervention for patients showing symptoms of Cauda Equina syndrome. Sadly, if the warning signs are missed, it can have life changing impacts for the patient and their family […]
Ectopic pregnancy: Medical negligence claims
Failure to diagnose, or misdiagnosing an ectopic pregnancy can be very distressing for an expectant mother. If left untreated, an ectopic pregnancy can tear or rupture the fallopian tube, which is not designed to accommodate a growing embryo. An ectopic pregnancy can sometimes lead to severe, life-threatening internal bleeding. National incident data from the NHS […]
Do I need to register my Trust with HMRC?
Changes to the law have significantly expanded the scope of trusts that need to be registered on the HMRC Trust Register. Trusts affected by the new changes must register with TRS by 1 September 2022. Following the Fourth Money Laundering Directive, a Register of Trusts, maintained by HMRC was introduced, which is known as the […]
Family mediation: A complete guide
Family mediation can be a practical and effective way to resolve disputes when a relationship breaks down. It provides a structured environment for couples to reach an amicable agreement, often avoiding the stress and expense of a lengthy court battle. Understanding family mediation Family mediation is a voluntary process where a neutral mediator helps couples […]
ROP Retinopathy of prematurity – delayed diagnosis claims
Premature babies are at risk of an eye disease called Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), which may, in serious cases lead to blindness. This is why premature babies should be regularly screened in line with the 2008 National Guidelines. In most cases, even if a baby does develop ROP, it will resolve spontaneously and treatment will […]
