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Driving Test Cancellations - If my test is cancelled because of strike action, will I need to pay to rebook?

Driving test examiners are due to go on strike next week as a result of a dispute about working hours. Those instructors that are members of the Public and Commercial Services Union will walk out on 19 and 20 November. The Public and Commercial Services union represents 1,600 Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency staff across 360 sites in the UK.

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Can I claim compensation for an accident on holiday?

If you have been injured in an accident whilst on holiday, you may be able to claim compensation. If you booked your holiday as part of a package, you may be able to make your claim against the package holiday organiser. If you make a claim against your package holiday organiser you will be able to make your claim in the UK - even if the accident occurred abroad. This post looks at some of the main legal and practical issues surrounding compensation claims for accidents on holiday, and helps you understand your options for making a claim. 

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Can I make a personal injury claim if my child has been injured at school?

Unfortunately, children are frequently injured as a result of accidents at school due to the large portion of their time spent there, coupled with the wide variety of activities undertaken. The onus on schools to ensure child safety is huge. Whilst the correct health and safety procedures will normally be in place, accidents do happen and it may be possible to make a personal injury claim for compensation as a result. If you have a query relating to personal injury claims, have a look at our free personal injury legal guides before you decide to contact a solicitor (we can help put you in touch with the right legal professional, too, if you think it's necessary). 

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Metal-on-metal Hip Replacement Personal Injury Claims - Representatives Appear in UK High Court

Legal representatives for over 1000 personal injury claimants attended the High Court in London on 12 November 2015 in respect of failed metal-on-metal hip replacements. The case is against some of the world’s largest medical device manufacturers. 

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Who do I Claim Compensation from for my Road Traffic Accident?

While in many road traffic accidents it is clear who is liable for compensation, in a number of cases it's not. Who you claim compensation from for a road traffic accident injury will very much depend on the circumstances. In this post we look at the various parties who may be liable to pay you compensation should they cause you injury in a road traffic accident.

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