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Statement regarding University of Chichester African Studies course
Leigh Day has issued a statement on behalf of the 13 students represented by head of immigration and asylum and human rights team partner, Jacqueline McKenzie.
Prolonged use of sedative caused death of 15-year-old boy with autism, inquest concludes
An inquest into the death of 15-year-old Antonio Galisi-Swallow found he died as a result of the prolonged use of the sedative drug Propofol at Leeds General Infirmary.
Woman with undiagnosed spinal injury becomes paralysed after being discharged from A&E without treatment
The family of a 78-year-old woman who was discharged from Accident and Emergency without proper assessment or treatment leading to leg paralysis have received a six-figure settlement.
Leading asbestos lawyer says many mesothelioma patients can recover the cost of treatment not available on the NHS through a legal compensation case
A leading asbestos lawyer has said that many patients suffering from mesothelioma, a form of cancer caused by asbestos exposure can recover the costs of treatment not available on the NHS, by bringing a legal case.
Bright Horizons nursery worker admits abuse of young children
A former staff member at a Bright Horizons nursery has admitted the sexual abuse of children over a period of 19 months.
Former ceiling tile factory worker settles claim nine months after asbestos-related cancer diagnosis
A man from Newcastle-upon-Tyne who worked as a maintenance fitter for ceiling tile manufacturer Armstrong Cork Limited has reached a six-figure settlement after being diagnosed with mesothelioma.
Mother suffered stillbirth after fetal growth scans were not given during pregnancy
A woman who did not receive appropriate fetal growth scans during pregnancy suffered a stillbirth at St Mary’s Hospital in Manchester.
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust admits misdiagnosing tumour which left London man with aggressive skin cancer
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has admitted misdiagnosing a London man’s tumour as a minor cyst before he went on to develop aggressive skin cancer.
Legal claim launched following recent critical report of major data breach at outsourcing giant Capita in 2023
Following a major data breach at outsourcing and technology giant Capita that exposed the personal information of millions of people, law firm Leigh Day has launched a legal claim for those affected to pursue compensation for financial loss and emotional distress.
First steps towards legal challenge opposing Druids Heath regeneration plan
Residents in the Druids Heath area of Birmingham have initiated a legal claim to challenge a recently-approved regeneration plan which would see the demolition of almost 2,000 homes.
HMRC whistleblowing reward scheme could be 'transformative step' in tackling tax fraud, says Leigh Day
Plans for an HMRC whistleblower reward scheme could be a 'transformative step' in tackling tax avoidance by large corporations, says law firm Leigh Day.
Leigh Day celebrates two-year anniversary of human rights team in Manchester
The Manchester human rights team at law firm Leigh Day is celebrating two years of providing legal support in the north of England.