Lawford Kidd Secures £155,000 Settlement – Client Keeps Full Compensation
At Lawford Kidd, we are dedicated to ensuring our clients receive 100% of the compensation they deserve—without deductions. That’s exactly what we achieved for a recent client, securing a £155,000 settlement, with our client keeping an extra £25,500 that would have been deducted as a percentage fee by many other personal injury firms in Scotland. This is why we stand apart. […]
Navigating Personal Injury Claims in Scotland: What Factors Affect Your Compensation?
Navigating a personal injury claim in Scotland can be daunting, especially if it’s your first time. There are the details of liability, compensation, and the legal steps required to ensure you get the compensation you are entitled do. With a time-limit of 3 years for filing claims, except in certain cases, you should act promptly […]
How long after a car accident can I claim?
When it comes to making a personal injury claim after a car accident in Scotland, it’s important to understand the time limits and legal requirements. Below, we will explore the time limits for personal injury claims after a car accident in Scotland, the factors that may affect these limits, and the steps you should take […]
Navigating workplace safety regulations and RIDDOR
We understand the significance of navigating workplace safety regulations, and RIDDOR is crucial to ensuring a safe and secure working environment. This guide aims to provide clear and concise answers to frequently asked questions, specifically focusing on what must be reported under RIDDOR. Contact our team today for further advice. What is RIDDOR? The Reporting of Injuries, […]
How to Make a Personal Injury Claim
If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, understanding how to make a personal injury claim is crucial. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process, providing clear and concise solutions. Our team of dedicated solicitors is here to assist you every step of the way, ensuring your rights are protected, and you […]
Grandaughter who says her great-grandmother was ‘neglected and left in pain’ at care home calls for change to sector
Sonia Dixon, a grandaughter whose great-grandmother (Doreen Tilly, 101) was staying at Woodside Court care home in Glenrothes, Fife, claims Doreen, who suffered from bowel issues, was left in pain overnight by care home staff. Doreen left the care home in February 2021 and died at home 3 months later. The complaint Sonia made against […]
Been in an accident at work? Here’s how to claim compensation
Employers are required by law to provide a safe and hygienic work environment, especially if you work in an industry where there could be potentially hazardous situations, such as construction or engineering. Can I make a claim for an accident that happened at work? Yes, but you will need to demonstrate that your employer’s negligence […]
Been in a road traffic collison? Here’s the compensation you can claim
If you were hurt or lost a loved one in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to compensation. This is given to lessen any physical or emotional suffering you may have endured as a result of the collision. Some may find it challenging to consider compensation at this time, but […]
An employee of a whisky company who developed hearing loss while working on the bottling line wins a £45,000 damages case
Since 1990, Margaret Denny, 63, has been employed by the defence, Chivas Brothers Ltd., and its parent company. She claimed that the defender’s negligence was to blame for her hearing loss, and she sought damages in addition to the price of hearing aids. Sheriff Kenneth Campbell heard the case. Pilkington, an attorney, represented the pursuer, […]
The £3 million in compensation paid by Scottish councils to pothole victims has been made public
Health charities cautioned that injuries brought on by potholed roads can profoundly impact a person’s life, and more than 1,000 personal injury claims from bicycles, pedestrians, and drivers had been resolved. Driving and cycling organisations claim that potholes plague Scotland and that half of all drivers are concerned about the state of the roads. According […]
