March 2004

Masai Bomb Victims

Hundreds of Kenyans, including children, have been killed or seriously injured by unexploded bombs left on practice ranges by the British Army.

Landmark rights ruling sides with parents against doctors

A landmark ruling at the European Court of Human Rights means that doctors cannot override the wishes of parents, about the medical treatment of their children, without going to court. Richard Stein, Partner at Leigh Day & Co. represented the family involved.

Bike crash victim receives compensation

Mother of three, who suffered severe leg injuries as a pillion passenger, finally receives damages. The case was handled by the personal injury department at Leigh Day & Co.

Thomsons pay compensation for child’s 'holiday from hell' fall

After a six year battle, Thomson Holidays have agreed a settlement with the south London family whose daughter fell 30 feet from her hotel window.

Raped Alzheimer patient finally moved from attacker

A 'home counties' care home were forced to move an 81 year old woman away from the man who raped her. Human rights solicitor Frances Swaine represented the family.