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World Lung Cancer Day: Understanding Occupational Lung Disease
World Lung Cancer Day, August 1st, raises global awareness about occupational lung cancer, its impact, early detection, prevention, and innovative treatments. Established in

Pre-Holiday Checklist: Understanding Injury Claims Abroad
With summer holidays fast approaching, many of us are dreaming of a relaxing break abroad. Whether you’re embarking on a solo adventure or a trip

Alcohol and Domestic Abuse : Alcohol Awareness Week 2025
Alcohol Awareness Week, from July 7th to 13th, 2025, is a crucial opportunity to highlight the intricate link between alcohol and domestic abuse. It’s

Two Men Face Charges for Historic Child Exploitation
Two men are facing charges for historical child sexual exploitation at a former Wales children’s center, involving 45 offenses and 16 alleged victims.

Your Guide to a Negligent Cosmetic Surgery Claim
Cosmetic surgery is gaining popularity for aesthetic enhancement and birth defect correction, but negligent surgery can lead to compensation. Cosmetic surgery is gaining popularity

What is Employers liability? Accident at Work Claims
An Employer’s Liability claim or work accident occurs when a physical or mental injury occurs during work activities, either in the workplace or during business operations.

Case study: How can Oakwood Scotland Solicitors help me?
At Oakwood Scotland Solicitors, our focus is always on our clients and ensuring that we are always there to help. That’s why when a

Woman died following incident on a busy Glasgow Road
A 79-year-old woman has died following a two-vehicle crash on a busy Glasgow Road Police are requesting information following the incident on Tuesday, March 25.

Driver has ‘lucky escape’ as car flips onto roof in Glasgow crash
The incident happened shortly after 2pm on Monday, March 31, on West Graham Street in Garnethill. A slow-moving Mercedes struck a parked Nissan and

Romance Scams: Police missed nine chances to stop Tinder predator
Christopher Harkins, one of Scotland’s most notorious romance fraudsters, was sentenced to 12 years in prison in July 2024. However, his predatory behaviour went unchecked

My insurer says I must use their Solicitor following an accident – Is that right?
If you have been in a car accident, understandably you may have lots of questions about the best course of action, next steps and how

Loss of Society – Who Can Claim?
In the unfortunate event of a fatal accident, or a death from an occupational disease, the grief and emotional toll on loved ones can be