Update on the Infected Blood Scandal
The announcement at the outset of the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget setting aside £11.8 billion for victims of the scandal will have served as…
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How to Stay Safe while Driving this Winter
As another Scottish winter approaches, drivers are encouraged to consider road conditions in an effort to prevent any unwanted car…
Call for improved guidelines and protections for workers exposed to silica dust.
8 cases of artificial stone silicosis were reported in the UK in 2023 leading doctors to call for improved guidelines and protections for…
Staying Safe on Bonfire Night
As the festive season approaches, celebrations will be taking place across the country for a number of holidays such as Diwali, New Year’s…
Does your dog bite?
The most common pets in the UK are dogs, with around 34% of households owning at least one dog. These adorable four-legged creatures are…
Safety Matters as Clocks Change
It is the time of year where the clocks fall back and evenings grow darker earlier. The darker evenings and more challenging driving…
HSE issue statistics on work related deaths
The HSE has released its annual statistics on the causes of work related deaths in Great Britain in 2023/24. Sadly 138 people lost their…
Falls Prevention Week
This week 16 to 20 September 2024 is Falls Prevention Week. The main aim of the week raise awareness of the main message - “falls are not a…
A Landmark Moment: Update on the UK’s Infected Blood Compensation Scheme
The UK is on the brink of implementing a critical initiative – the Infected Blood Compensation Authority (ICBA) Scheme. This aims to…
Taking Care in the Scottish Outdoors: Advice from a Personal Injury Lawyer
Exploring the Scottish outdoors offers breathtaking landscapes, riveting hikes and serene escapes. However, the beauty of the Highlands,…
Driving during a Cost-of-Living Crisis: UK Motor Insurance Premium Increases
Driving during a Cost-of-Living Crisis: UK Motor Insurance Premium Increases.If you’ve found yourself clutching your wallet tighter than…
Thorntons welcomes infected blood compensation proposals and urges those affected to seek legal advice
Full-service Scottish law firm Thorntons has commented on the UK Government’s plans to launch a compensation scheme for those affected by…
Case Insight: Supreme Court ruling on secondary victim claims and clinical negligence
On 11 January 2024, the Supreme Court issued their judgement dealing with the question of secondary victim claims in medical negligence…
The importance of getting medical treatment after an accident
The aftermath of an accident, whether on the road or at work, is one of the most difficult and stressful times that a person can experience…
Beauty is in the eye(brow) of the beholder…
According to recent beauty industry statistics, we in the UK spend an average of £8.6 billion at hairdressers and personal care salons a…
Road Safety Week 19 – 25 November 2023
This week is the UK’s Road Safety Awareness Week. Road Safety Week is a national campaign run by road safety charity Brake. The theme of…
Birth Injury, Trauma and Childbirth Negligence
A recent High Court case in Northern Ireland has raised important legal issues relating to time limits for adults to pursue clinical…
How Does a Personal Injury Claim Work?
In the last three years, 50% of those in an accident haven’t claimed compensation. Of that, 48% think the claims process will take too long…
Farm Safety Week 2023
We are approaching the end of Farm Safety Week 2023 which is organised and promoted by the Farm Safety Foundation, a charity also known as…
Personal Injury Trusts: Protecting your Compensation Award
When a person is injured as a result of negligence, there are several considerations to factor into the valuation of a claim. Past and…
Sparks and Claims: The Shocking Insurance Dilemma of Surging E-Bike Use
In recent years, the use of electric bikes (E-bikes) has significantly increased in the United Kingdom. These eco-friendly alternatives…