http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk The latest articles from the Smith Jones website en-us http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/days-of-100-damages-payouts-are-over-says-hudson Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:00:00 +0000 Taken from 'The Law Society Gazette' article 04 March 2013.  http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/days-of-100-damages-payouts-are-over-says-hudson http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/congratulations-all-round Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:00:00 +0000 In 1953 Ian Fleming published his first Bond novel, Casino Royale, the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II took place, Sir Edmund Hillary became the first man to climb Everest and John Smith of Smith Jones Solicitors started his legal career as an articles clerk. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/congratulations-all-round http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-trainee-solicitor Mon, 18 Feb 2013 09:00:00 +0000 Posted by: Sarah Gilmartin http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-trainee-solicitor http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/vacancy-paralegal---now-closed Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:00:00 +0000 PARALEGAL – SPECIALIST CLAIMANT PERSONAL INJURY FIRM. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/vacancy-paralegal---now-closed http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/routes-in-to-the-legal-profession Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:00:00 +0000 Posted by: Catharine Brown http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/routes-in-to-the-legal-profession http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/act-now-have-you-been-injured-and-want-to-make-a-claim-for-compensation Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:00:00 +0000 Have you, a friend or a member of your family been injured in an accident and want to claim compensation? http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/act-now-have-you-been-injured-and-want-to-make-a-claim-for-compensation http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/vacancy-team-leader---now-closed Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:00:00 +0000 TEAM LEADER – SPECIALIST CLAIMANT PERSONAL INJURY FIRM. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/vacancy-team-leader---now-closed http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/christmas-contact-details Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Our offices will be closed for the Christmas period at 12pm on Monday 24th December and will re-open on Wednesday 2nd January 2013. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/christmas-contact-details http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/christmas-charity-donation Mon, 17 Dec 2012 09:00:00 +0000 This year, we will be donating the money that would normally be spent on printing and posting traditional Christmas cards to NSPCC. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/christmas-charity-donation http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/how-do-i-start-a-claim Wed, 05 Dec 2012 09:00:00 +0000 It's easy! To start your claim online just fill in your details in the 'make a claim' form or send all your details in an email to enquiries@sjlaw.co.uk. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/how-do-i-start-a-claim http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/how-long-do-i-have-after-my-accident-to-make-a-claim-for-compensation Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:00:00 +0000 In Personal Injury claims there are strict time limits in which you must have started court proceedings. Each type of claim has different time limits to adhere to but generally in most cases under English law you have 3 years from the date of your accident or injury to bring a claim. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/how-long-do-i-have-after-my-accident-to-make-a-claim-for-compensation http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/will-i-be-medically-examined Mon, 03 Dec 2012 09:00:00 +0000 In most personal Injury claims it is necessary to obtain a medical report from an independent medical practitioner. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/will-i-be-medically-examined http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/will-i-have-to-attend-court Sun, 02 Dec 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Very few personal injury cases actually go to court. In most cases they settle before this stage, however, there may be factors which make it necessary to attend court, for example if you feel your settlement isn't high enough. In the unlikely event that you do have to attend we will be here to offer support and advice throughout. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/will-i-have-to-attend-court http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/how-much-compensation-will-i-receive Sat, 01 Dec 2012 09:00:00 +0000 It's a common misconception that an injury is worth one specific amount, however, it is impossible to value a claim without medical evidence. Our claims calculator can help you to get a rough idea of where your claim fits into the scale for your injury type but the exact amount of the claim depends entirely on the severity of the accident, how it has affected you and the time it takes for you to recover. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/how-much-compensation-will-i-receive http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/what-will-it-cost-me-to-make-a-claim Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:00:00 +0000 We are currently updating this content to reflect changes in legislation which came into force on 1st April 2013. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/what-will-it-cost-me-to-make-a-claim http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/who-will-handle-my-claim Thu, 29 Nov 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Here at Smith Jones we don't use unqualified "kids on keyboards" to handle your claim. Our experienced team of solicitors and litigation executives will ensure you receive a highly professional service and are treated like an individual and not just a number in the system. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/who-will-handle-my-claim http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/health--safety-regulations---whats-wrong Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:00:00 +0000 For a long time (since 1889) it has been recognised that an employee has a right to be kept safe by his employer whilst at work. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/health--safety-regulations---whats-wrong http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/movember-2012 Fri, 09 Nov 2012 09:00:00 +0000 For the second year now, Smith Jones will be supporting Movember, the charity which aims to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/movember-2012 http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/adrian-fawcett-joins-the-smith-jones-management-team Fri, 19 Oct 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Adrian is Non-Executive Chairman and an Advisor to the company. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/adrian-fawcett-joins-the-smith-jones-management-team http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/can-i-claim-compensation-after-being-injured-in-an-assault Fri, 05 Oct 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Claims for a criminal injury such as assault are handled by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). The CICA is government funded and you must meet strict requirements to qualify for compensation. Your claim can be for physical or psychological injury and the injury can be sustained accidentally or deliberately. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/can-i-claim-compensation-after-being-injured-in-an-assault http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/injured-on-holiday Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:00:00 +0000 If you have suffered an illness abroad or had an accident or injury on holiday you may be entitled to make a claim for compensation. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/injured-on-holiday http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accident-involving-an-uninsured-untraced-driver--the-mib Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:00:00 +0000 The MIB (Motor Insurance Bureau) was established to assist those who are involved in a collision with an uninsured/untraced driver and where appropriate to compensate them for their injuries. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accident-involving-an-uninsured-untraced-driver--the-mib http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accidents-in-the-street Tue, 02 Oct 2012 09:00:00 +0000 If you’ve injured yourself following a trip of fall in the street you could be entitled to compensation. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accidents-in-the-street http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/road-traffic-accidents Mon, 01 Oct 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Injured in a collision that wasn’t your fault? Remember, you have the right to choose the Solicitor that represents you. Your insurance company may try to guide you towards their panel Solicitors but you may refuse and choose a Specialist Personal Injury Solicitor. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/road-traffic-accidents http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/pendle-witch-walk-sets-a-guinness-world-record Wed, 22 Aug 2012 09:00:00 +0000 A new world record was set on Saturday the 18th August 2012, marking the 400th anniversary of the Pendle Witch Trials. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/pendle-witch-walk-sets-a-guinness-world-record http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/congratulations-to-the-winner-of-our-ipad-free-prize-draw Mon, 13 Aug 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Aaron Healey was drawn at random from the 1100 people that entered our free prize draw to win an iPad 3rd generation! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/congratulations-to-the-winner-of-our-ipad-free-prize-draw http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/ipad-competition-now-closed Sat, 21 Jul 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Entries made after 20th July 2012 will not be counted in the Free prize draw to win an iPad. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/ipad-competition-now-closed http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/charity-walk--smith-jones-team--7th-july-2012 Fri, 06 Jul 2012 09:00:00 +0000 The Pendleside Hospice Midnight Walk is this Saturday and despite a week of torrential rain the Smith Jones team are ready and raring to go! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/charity-walk--smith-jones-team--7th-july-2012 http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/win-ipad--ipad-competition--enter-online-now Mon, 02 Jul 2012 09:00:00 +0000 It's here and ready to be won!   http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/win-ipad--ipad-competition--enter-online-now http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/glowing-testimonial-for-danny Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:00:00 +0000 It's always great to receive letters of thanks from our clients and we thought this one in particular was worth a mention! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/glowing-testimonial-for-danny http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/staff-at-smith-jones-take-part-in-the-pendleside-hospice-midnight-walk-2012 Thu, 07 Jun 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones solicitors will be working together with 2BR radio station to support this year's Pendleside Hospice Midnight Walk, sponsoring all coverage of the event. www.2br.co.uk/midnight-walk.php http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/staff-at-smith-jones-take-part-in-the-pendleside-hospice-midnight-walk-2012 http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/win-an-ipad-3rd-generation Thu, 17 May 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Free Prize Draw -  Win an iPad!  http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/win-an-ipad-3rd-generation http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/bbc-midlands-today--smith-jones-makes-the-news Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones were approached by a group of sixth form pupils from Warwick schools who have set up student company "Cheers" to tackle the issue of reckless drinking. We were given the opportunity to advertise on the reverse of "Responsible Drinking" Beer mats being produced by the students. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/bbc-midlands-today--smith-jones-makes-the-news http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/smith-jones-proud-to-be-supporting-the-pendleside-hospice-midnight-walk-2012 Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:00:00 +0000 This year the walk will take place at a fantastic new fully-marshalled route that will once again start and finish at Burnley Football Club, and will be on established, well-lit footpaths.  http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/smith-jones-proud-to-be-supporting-the-pendleside-hospice-midnight-walk-2012 http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/easter-contact-details Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:00:00 +0000 As we will be away from the office between Friday 6th April and Tuesday 10th April 2012 we have put together a list of Emergency contact details below: http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/easter-contact-details http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/supreme-court-victory-for-asbestos-claim-families Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:00:00 +0000 A Supreme court ruling could lead to thousands of Insurance claims being brought by the families of people who died following exposure to asbestos. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/supreme-court-victory-for-asbestos-claim-families http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/police-officers-family-seek-compensation-following-horrific-crash Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:00:00 +0000 A driver who lost control of the trailer he was towing, causing a horrific crash in September 2010 is now being sued for £300,000 compensation by the victim’s family for Personal injury suffered. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/police-officers-family-seek-compensation-following-horrific-crash http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/sj-videos-uploaded Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Take a look at our Smith Jones videos! Find out more about the firm from the people who know it best, Paul Smith and Peter Jones and let our clients tell you what they really think about the service they received. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/sj-videos-uploaded http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/visiting-us-from-the-poundland-website-welcome-to-smith-jones Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000 If you are visiting the Smith Jones website following our advertisement with Poundland online please visit our pages designed specifically with you, the Poundland customer, in mind! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/visiting-us-from-the-poundland-website-welcome-to-smith-jones http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/government-report-calls-for-removal-of-asbestos-from-every-coventry-school Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000 The Coventry Telegraph has reported that a new government report is calling for the “ticking time bomb” of asbestos to be stripped from every school in the country. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/government-report-calls-for-removal-of-asbestos-from-every-coventry-school http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/50--itunes-voucher-giveaway Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Take advantage of our itunes promotion, all you have to do is enter some basic details about yourself and you could win a £50 itunes voucher! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/50--itunes-voucher-giveaway http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/ilex-awarded-royal-charter Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000 The Institute of Legal Executives (ILEX) has been granted the accolade of a Royal Charter. Celebrating it's 50th year in 2013, the Institute "continues to be a hard working organisation committed to supporting its members in their careers and ensuring the legal sector continues to become more diverse, providing high quality legal services consumers have come to expect. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/ilex-awarded-royal-charter http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/happy-new-year Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:00:00 +0000 Wishing you all a very Happy New Year from everybody here at Smith Jones. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/happy-new-year http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/movember Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A huge well done to Daniel Pollard, Trainee Solicitor at the firm, for his Movember efforts and for being such a good sport! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/movember http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/limitation--going-nuclear---off-the-record-blogs-by-sam-stevens Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000 Off the Record... blogs by Sam Stevens   http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/limitation--going-nuclear---off-the-record-blogs-by-sam-stevens http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/children-in-need Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A huge thank you to all the Staff for your generous support and for showing your spots and stripes! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/children-in-need http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/justice-and-access-to-it---off-the-record-blogs-by-sam-stevens Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000 Off the record... blogs by Sam Stevens   Access to Justice is a part of Justice itself; the debate needs to reflect this. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/justice-and-access-to-it---off-the-record-blogs-by-sam-stevens http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/dowler-family-join-fight-against-reforms Mon, 03 Oct 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The fight against government plans to scrap “No win, No fee” arrangements made it’s way into the press this week when the family of murdered schoolgirl Milly Dowler urged David Cameron to abandon the Bill which has come under much criticism. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/dowler-family-join-fight-against-reforms http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/win-50-itunes-voucher Wed, 07 Sep 2011 09:00:00 +0000 As the new sponsors of the Rock fm Breakfast show we have teamed up with Rock to bring you this great prize! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/win-50-itunes-voucher http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/call-for-hairdressers-to-be-regulated-after-woman-suffers-extreme-reaction-to-hair-dye Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A 49 year old woman who suffered an extreme reaction to hair dye used by her hairdresser has called for stricter regulation of the hairdressing industry. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/call-for-hairdressers-to-be-regulated-after-woman-suffers-extreme-reaction-to-hair-dye http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/call-for-tougher-stance-on-rogue-sun-bed-operators Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The Association of Personal Injury lawyers (APIL) calls for tougher measures to deter bad behaviour within the sun bed industry. This comes ahead of the ban on under 18’s using sun beds next spring. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/call-for-tougher-stance-on-rogue-sun-bed-operators http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/partner-of-fatal-accident-at-work-victim-found-herself-penniless Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The partner of a man who died in an accident at work has been told she is not entitled to compensation because the couple were not married. Miss Swift is to take her case for compensation to the European Court of Human Rights. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/partner-of-fatal-accident-at-work-victim-found-herself-penniless http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/police-urge-motorcyclists-in-east-lancashire-to-stay-safe-this-bank-holiday-weekend Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 Officers in East Lancashire have launched “Operation Fireblade” to reduce the number of casualties involving Motorcyclist’s over the Bank Holiday Weekend. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/police-urge-motorcyclists-in-east-lancashire-to-stay-safe-this-bank-holiday-weekend http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/rise-in-hospital-admissions-for-dog-related-injuries Wed, 17 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The BBC is reporting a significant rise in hospital admissions due to people suffering dog related injuries. Last year alone saw an increase of 5% on the previous year’s figures according to NHS data. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/rise-in-hospital-admissions-for-dog-related-injuries http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/cyclists-life-changed-completely-by-road-accident Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A cyclist from Sheffield whose life has been “changed completely” since his accident in which he was hit by a car is seeking compensation to pay for his essential rehabilitation. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/cyclists-life-changed-completely-by-road-accident http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/uk-cycle-deaths-rise Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 In an article by Cycling weekly magazine it was revealed that figures released by the Department for Work and Transport show a six year high in the number of cyclists killed or injured in Britain. The report listed that 3,370 cyclists were killed or injured in the first quarter of 2011 compared to 2,961 over the same period in 2010. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/uk-cycle-deaths-rise http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/coventry-schools-personal-injury-pay-out-figures Fri, 05 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The Coventry Telegraph has released figures relating to the number of injuries and the compensation received for accidents in Coventry’s schools. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/coventry-schools-personal-injury-pay-out-figures http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/300000-claim-for-lady-who-slipped-at-cornish-holiday-park Mon, 01 Aug 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A lady from Basingstoke who slipped on steps and badly hurt her back is claiming compensation of more than £300,000 from the Cornish caravan park where the accident occurred. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/300000-claim-for-lady-who-slipped-at-cornish-holiday-park http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/sra-abs-licensing-delay-disappointing-ofr-launch Thu, 28 Jul 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The Ministry of Justice this week informed the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) that parliamentary approval processes will not be completed in time for the SRA to be a designated licensing authority for alternative business structures (ABS) on 6 October, as originally planned. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/sra-abs-licensing-delay-disappointing-ofr-launch http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/seven-figure-sum-awarded-to-victim-of-head-on-car-crash Fri, 08 Jul 2011 09:00:00 +0000  Echo News reported today of a 48 year old woman, who did not want to be named, being awarded a substantial settlement for her injuries. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/seven-figure-sum-awarded-to-victim-of-head-on-car-crash http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/25m-compensation-for-seriously-injured-cyclist Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A cyclist who suffered devastating spinal and internal injuries when he was hit by a lorry at road works has been awarded £2.5 million in compensation by the High Court in London. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/25m-compensation-for-seriously-injured-cyclist http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/44-year-old-norwich-man-in-compensation-battle-over-accident-at-work Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A Norwich man whose spinal cord was almost “obliterated” by an accident at work has launched a Court of Appeal battle for compensation from his former employer. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/44-year-old-norwich-man-in-compensation-battle-over-accident-at-work http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/425m-care-package-agreed-for-crash-victim-left-disabled-for-life Fri, 20 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A young woman, who suffered serious injury in 1996 after a drunk driver ploughed into the car she was in, has finally settled her claim for compensation. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/425m-care-package-agreed-for-crash-victim-left-disabled-for-life http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/thinking-of-booking-your-summer-holidays-make-sure-you-know-the-facts Wed, 18 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000 If you have an accident abroad and your holiday was booked as part of a package, your tour operator is bound by “The Package Travel Regulations 1992” to ensure they deliver the highest level of safety to you and your family. If, however, you decide to go it alone and book your flights, hotel and extras separately it is not quite so simple to claim compensation for any mishaps you may encounter. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/thinking-of-booking-your-summer-holidays-make-sure-you-know-the-facts http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/west-midlands-police-officer-awarded-almost-13000-personal-injury-compensation Wed, 04 May 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The Birmingham Mail reports today that a former West Midlands Police officer who was seriously injured during an arrest has been awarded close to £13,000 in compensation. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/west-midlands-police-officer-awarded-almost-13000-personal-injury-compensation http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/law-on-pleural-plaques-upheld-in-scotland Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:00:00 +0000 An attempt made by four Insurance companies to overturn the Scottish law that allows asbestos related pleural plaques sufferers to claim compensation has failed. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/law-on-pleural-plaques-upheld-in-scotland http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/chatburn-sergeant-calls-for-mod-compensation-cap-review Thu, 07 Apr 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The BBC reported yesterday that a soldier from Chatburn who lost both of his legs when he stepped on a mine on patrol in Afghanistan is calling for a review of the cap on compensation imposed by the Ministry of Defence’s Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS). http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/chatburn-sergeant-calls-for-mod-compensation-cap-review http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/personal-injury-fraudsters-jailed-for-140000-scam Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The Law society reported today that six individuals were jailed last week for their part in fronting a fake claims company which defrauded 19 personal injury law firms of almost £140,000. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/personal-injury-fraudsters-jailed-for-140000-scam http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/no-win-no-fee-reform-proposal Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The new proposals to reform the no win no fee system were announced yesterday. Justice secretary Kenneth Clarke hopes that the proposed reform will reduce the number of claims for personal injury and make the justice system fairer for those who cannot afford to defend themselves from conditional fee lawsuits. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/no-win-no-fee-reform-proposal http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/2011---lancashire-construction-firm-fined-8000-after-breaching-hse-regulations Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +0000 A 27 year old construction worker has suffered serious injury at work after falling through a skylight. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/2011---lancashire-construction-firm-fined-8000-after-breaching-hse-regulations http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/red-nose-day Fri, 18 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones staff helped to raise over £100 for red nose day with their bake sale today! Well done everybody who took part! http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/red-nose-day http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/virgin-atlantic-masseurs-300k-joint-payout Mon, 14 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The High Court in London heard that two former masseurs were left "unable to peel a carrot" following Repetitive strain Injuries they developed whilst working for the travel company. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/virgin-atlantic-masseurs-300k-joint-payout http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/240000-settlement-for-mesothelioma-victim-upheld Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The Guardian reported today that the claim of a mesothelioma victim who sadly died from the illness in 2009 has been upheld following appeal by the borough council. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/240000-settlement-for-mesothelioma-victim-upheld http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/welsh-police-pay-out-280000-to-staff-involved-in-personal-injury-claims Thu, 06 Jan 2011 09:00:00 +0000 The BBC reported today that police forces in Wales have paid out more than £280,000 to staff injured in the workplace in the past three years. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/welsh-police-pay-out-280000-to-staff-involved-in-personal-injury-claims http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/need-a-spinal-injury-claims-solicitor Thu, 23 Dec 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Making a claim for a Spinal injury is unlike any other type of claim. If you need a spinal injury caims solicitor then the chances are that you have already been through a great ordeal and the last thing you need is the hassle of an inexperienced solicitor. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/need-a-spinal-injury-claims-solicitor http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/have-you-suffered-a-personal-injury-in-bolton Sun, 12 Dec 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones acted on behalf of a young lady who was 15 years old at the time of her accident. She suffered a head injury whilst visiting a supermarket in the centre of Bolton with her mother. The claimant bent down to pick up a tin of tomatoes from a lower shelf. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/have-you-suffered-a-personal-injury-in-bolton http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/our-solicitors-successfully-secure-250k-for-eye-injury-claimant Tue, 30 Nov 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Our solicitors have been acting on behalf of a young man who was only 10 years old at the time of his accident. He lost the sight of his left eye after having a pencil thrown at him by another pupil in his classroom. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/our-solicitors-successfully-secure-250k-for-eye-injury-claimant http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/sports-accident-claims-more-common-than-you-think Tue, 30 Nov 2010 09:00:00 +0000 It is generally thought that accidents arising from sporting activities come with the territory but sports accident claims are more common than you may think. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/sports-accident-claims-more-common-than-you-think http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/have-you-suffered-a-personal-injury-in-chorley Mon, 22 Nov 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones acted on behalf of a lady who suffered an injury at a petrol station in Chorley. After filling her car with petrol she lost her footing due to a slippery substance on the floor and fell heavily to the ground. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/have-you-suffered-a-personal-injury-in-chorley http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/work-accident-solicitor-costs-can-be-a-worry Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:00:00 +0000 If you have suffered a work accident speak to us today to find out more about how we can help you. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/work-accident-solicitor-costs-can-be-a-worry http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/nursery-accident-claims Sun, 14 Nov 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Accidents in nurseries are a daily occurrence, thankfully the majority of them are insignificant trips or falls with no real injuries. Sadly, on occasions more serious accidents do happen with much more severe consequences. If your child is injured in an accident due to the negligence of the nursery you may be able to make a claim for compensation for the injuries your child has suffered. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/nursery-accident-claims http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/personal-injury-in--st-helens-workplace Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Our client was employed by a well known company in their St Helens branch working in the kitchen when she sustained a personal injury to her lower legs. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/personal-injury-in--st-helens-workplace http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/rta-personal-injury-ormskirk Fri, 29 Oct 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Our client in this case suffered a personal injury following a Road Traffic Accident in Ormskirk. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/rta-personal-injury-ormskirk http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accident-compensation-claim-birmingham Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones recently settled a claim for a client from Birmingham who sought compensation following a Road Traffic Accident. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accident-compensation-claim-birmingham http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/do-you-need-a-whiplash-claims-solicitor Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Whiplash is most commonly caused by Road Traffic Accidents and can be extremely painful. Our team of expert whiplash claims solicitors have many years of experience in acting for clients with this type of injury. If you have suffered a whiplash injury as a result of an accident which wasn’t your fault you can contact us now. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/do-you-need-a-whiplash-claims-solicitor http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/personal-injury-solicitors-birmingham Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones solicitors provide a local and national service with an outstanding reputation and our office in Warwickshire places us as one of Birmingham's leading Personal Injury Specialists. You can always be assured of a personal service from highly professional and experienced lawyers and expert medical experts based in the Birmingham area. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/personal-injury-solicitors-birmingham http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/do-you-need-a-head-injury-claims-solicitor Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Head injuries can be life changing. If you need a Head injury claims solicitor to handle your claim in a professional and compassionate manner then speak to the experts at Smith Jones. We offer a no nonsense approach to answering your questions and queries and will advise and support you throughout the entirety of your claim. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/do-you-need-a-head-injury-claims-solicitor http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accident-at-work-west-midlands Tue, 07 Sep 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones acted for a client who worked as a self employed slaughterman in the West Midlands area who had an accident at work. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/accident-at-work-west-midlands http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/do-you-need-an-eye-injury-claims-solicitor Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Our claims solicitors have been acting on behalf of a young man who was only 10 years old at the time he received his eye injury.  He lost the sight of his left eye after having a pencil thrown at him by another pupil in his classroom. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/do-you-need-an-eye-injury-claims-solicitor http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/if-you-need-a-fatal-accident-claims-solicitor Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Smith Jones understand that at a time of bereavement after a fatal accident talking to a claims solicitor is difficult and distressing. Our team are highly qualified, specialists and you can feel reassured that you are in experienced hands if you require the help or advice of one of our claims team. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/if-you-need-a-fatal-accident-claims-solicitor http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/introducing…the-rapid-team Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:00:00 +0000 Following our article of 10th March this year we are pleased to unveil our new “Rapid” RTA team! The team is made up of 4 specialist solicitors who will handle all our Road Traffic Accident cases that meet the Rapid scheme requirements. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/introducing…the-rapid-team http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/test-news-1 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:00:00 +0000 It was reported in the news today that £20m in compensation is to be shared between the 2,000 claimants who suffered chemical burns from anti-fungal agents in sofas.  http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/test-news-1 http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/rta-claims-are-changing Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:00:00 +0000 The way we run RTA claims is changing. Thanks to the development of the new “RTA Portal” it is much easier to make a claim for a road traffic accident. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/rta-claims-are-changing http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/publication-of-the-jackson-report Thu, 14 Jan 2010 09:00:00 +0000 The eagerly awaited Jackson report was published today. The review was commissioned in November 2008 by the then Master of the Rolls, Sir Anthony Clarke, and Lord Jackson embarked on a year long study into the costs of civil litigation in England and Wales. http://www.smithjonessolicitors.co.uk/news/publication-of-the-jackson-report