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Lawyer explains cyclists' legal rights when things go wrong on roads

Negligence isn’t just limited to crashes, and experts warn cyclists and drivers need to be fully aware

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Scots grandad left with prosthetic voice box after GP dismissed cancer as 'sinus problems'

Steve Barton, 68, repeatedly contacted his local practice after he began struggling with his breathing and swallowing.

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Woman had to pay £20k to access her own bank account as husband was dying

Nicky Wake was left in “limbo” as she was unable to access their joint bank account

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Dad dragged away from dying daughter's bed by cops hit with huge legal bill

Dr Rashid Abbasi will have to pay the legal fees after losing his case for wrongful arrest.

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M&S face multi-million pound court action by Scots customers over cyber attack data leak

The Sunday Mail can reveal leading law Thompsons Solicitors will this week launch a class action suit against the company which could result in huge compensation payouts.

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Moment BMW biker rammed off road by car before suffering life-changing condition

Terrifying dash-cam footage has shown the moment a dad was rammed off his bike and onto the road as he attempted to overtake a vehicle.

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Morrissey hires legal firm who represented Alex Salmond to deal with 'Scots harasser'

Representatives for the Mancunian singing star hired Levy & McRae to send a cease and desist letter.

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Blur drummer Dave Rowntree left huge sum by ex-wife after she ended life at Dignitas

Paola Marra had been diagnosed with terminal cancer, and wants to change the UK laws around assisted dying.

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Constipated man suing airline after being dragged from plane toilet and thrown off flight

Yisroel Liebb has filed a lawsuit after being dragged from the plane.

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'You've got a willy, so you're a man' Trans doctor row barrister sets out legal argument

Naomi Cunningham has spoken about her legal argument while representing Ms Peggie at her employment tribunal.

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Blake Lively wants texts with 'high-profile individuals kept private' in Justin Baldoni lawsuits

The two parties have been arguing about how much protection and confidentiality is necessary in the case.

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Blake Lively legal team slam unedited 'It Ends With Us' scene claiming it proves case against Justin Baldoni

The actor's lawyers say Baldoni's team released the footage to the media as part of a "harassment and retaliatory campaign” but insist the stunt will backfire.

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Victims of horror Glasgow and Kilmarnock bus crashes to sue travel operators

A total of 16 people were left injured in two crashes involving double-deckers from First Bus and Stagecoach.

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Scots grandad to sue brickworks after developing incurable lung disease

John McCrae, 79, claims breathing toxic air for almost 20 years has lead to a condition called silicosis.

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Dad-of-two dies after fatal norovirus outbreak on board cruise ship

"Alan was the most loving husband and dad. We were looking forward to many more years together but that’s been taken away in the cruellest of ways."

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HMRC's fraudsters warning as people file self-assessments ahead of January deadline

Con artists are targeting people with offers of tax refunds or demanding payment of tax to get hold of personal information and banking details.

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Personal injury lawyer shares 3 common household items he will never buy

A personal injury lawyer has revealed the three everyday items he would never have in his home and explained why they can be potential health hazards

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Yes, a car passenger can recover damages, no matter who is driving

The compensation is paid for by insurance policies, not the driver responsible for your injuries

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This is why you can't trust most personal injury calculators

Fair compensation does not simply reflect what your injury was – it should reflect the impact that injury had on your life and your future

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Why workers need - and deserve - protection from rogue employers

Measures must be in place to protect workers and their families if the worst happens

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Fatal accident inquiries shouldn't make victims of bereaved families

Digby Brown can help families through the processes, fight for their interests and ensure they are heard

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Limbs in Loch killer 'should have home seized to pay £1m legal aid bill'

Killer William Beggs has been awarded £1 million in publicly-funded legal aid since 2001.

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E-scooters - and why many riders are probably breaking the law

Currently, the law is clear that e-scooters are not allowed on public roads, footpaths, or cycle lanes

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Accident claims abroad: why you shouldn't rely on your tour operator for help

Simon Richards of Digby Brown explains why accessing the right help and guidance is essential following a holiday nightmare

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