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Social Care Reform Plan

23rd September 2021

A new social care reform plan in the form of a Social Care levy has been voted in by MPs to reform the Adult Social Care System.

Common causes of road traffic accidents in England and Wales

24th August 2021

Over the past year and a half, there has been a significant reduction in the number of serious injuries and deaths that have been caused by road traffic accidents in England and Wales due to the stay-at-home restrictions that were put in place due to the pandemic. However, as restrictions have eased, we wanted to remind people that unfortunately, road traffic accidents will still occur, often due to dangerous driving from other motorists.

What are some different types of brain injury and how do they affect you?

17th August 2021

There are many different types of brain injury and they all need to be treated accordingly, it’s important to know the different types of brain injuries and how they can affect you so you can get the help you need as soon as possible.

10 things to know before buying your first house

17th August 2021

Buying your first house is an incredibly exciting time, however, there are a lot of things to consider before making the purchase.
This article explains 10 things you should know before buying your first house.

Solicitors in Macclesfield, Buxton, Holmes Chapel and Whaley Bridge

10th August 2021

Did you know that we have offices across Derbyshire and the North West?

We are proud to offer our clients unrivalled levels of client care in a wide range of legal services. You can learn more about where we are located and the services we provide below.

Keep your motorcycle safe with these top tips

21st July 2021

As specialist motorcycle accident solicitors we have often shared tips on how to stay safe whilst on a motorcycle, including our infographic about motorcycle road safety and motorcycle injuries in the UK.

Thorneycroft Solicitors support Mental Health Motorbike

7th July 2021

Thorneycroft Solicitors are delighted to announce that they now support Mental Health Motorbike.

Covid-19 – Unfair dismissal

7th July 2021

The employment tribunals have handed down more judgments this month in relation to Covid-19 related dismissals. In Accattatis v Fortuna Group, the employee worked for a company which sold PPE. In March and April 2020, he told his employer he was uncomfortable travelling on public transport and working in the office.

Unfair dismissal – illegality

7th July 2021

Parties to an employment contract where illegal activity has occurred may be prevented from bringing employment related claims. Where an employment contract has been entered into lawfully, but then illegally performed, the enforceability of the contract will depend on the parties’ knowledge of, and active participation in, the illegal conduct.

Disability – Long Covid

6th July 2021

The TUC has called for long Covid to be recognised as a disability and an occupational disease so that workers can access legal protection and compensation. Their survey of more than 3500 workers, all of whom said they had contracted Covid-19, found that nearly a third have experienced symptoms for more than a year and 95 per cent have been left with ongoing symptoms.