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Legal action begins after chemical leak at spa causes injuries

Express Solicitors is working with a group of swimmers who have launched legal action against a spa and health club after they were hospitalised due to a chemical leak

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Express helps woman who nearly died after botched beauty procedures

Kelly Crees sought help from Express Solicitors after a cosmetic procedure, performed by a celebrity beauty consultant, went very wrong.

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Action for Brain Injury Week: On a Good Day – A Solicitor’s Perspective

This year, we are proud to support Action for Brain Injury Week, the annual initiative organised by the brain injury charity Headway.

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Catering group manager forced to give up work after a walk in the park results in injury

Linda Kelsey approached Express Solicitors for guidance and is now taking legal action against her local council in a bid to get all councils to check park bins for faults

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Construction worker awarded £285,000 after toe amputation

Express Solicitors has supported a dad who had to have four toes amputated after his GP misdiagnosed his infection as athlete’s foot.

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Express Solicitors continues growth trajectory with second acquisition of the year

Express Solicitors has finalised another acquisition with the purchase of fellow Manchester-based firm Graham Coffey & Co.

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The housing disrepair protocol in practice

4 July 2025

In a recent housing disrepair case, my client was left with no other viable option but to issue proceedings after the defendant landlord refused to accept reasonable settlement terms – terms to which they were keen to agree to after court proceedings were issued. The client contacted us for help in 2024 after their landlord […]

How to claim loss of earnings after an accident

2 July 2025

If you’ve suffered an accident or injury that prevents you from working, it doesn’t take long for financial worries – especially lost income – to start piling up. The good news is that you may be able to claim back your lost earnings as part of a personal injury case, something many people don’t realise. […]

Are electric scooters legal to use on the road?

1 July 2025

Over the last few years, the use of electric scooters, also known as e-scooters, has risen significantly. However, because their popularity has risen exponentially, the law around them has had to change just as quickly. This has resulted in confusion from e-scooter users and pedestrians alike. It boils down to one question: are electric scooters […]

What is the Health and Safety at Work Act?

25 June 2025

In the UK, the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSWA) is one of the most vital pieces of law in keeping the country safe and healthy. Whether you’re an employee or an employer, understanding this legislation is essential for ensuring your workplace remains safe and compliant. In this helpful guide, we’ll take you […]

Injury Awareness Week 2025 –Injured People Matter

23 June 2025

Express Solicitors is supporting Injury Awareness Week, a public awareness campaign organised by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping people who have been injured. The week aims to promote a better understanding of personal injury and the devasting impact injuries can have on people’s lives. It challenges harmful […]

Tenants take action over failures in social housing

17 June 2025

Ruairi Blaney, a trainee solicitor in our Consumer Claims team, has written an article for Legal Futures discussing the rise in housing disrepair claims. He shares an important case that highlights how difficult and often insurmountable it can be for social tenants to enforce their contractual rights against their landlords. The case powerfully demonstrates the […]

What is the main legislation that covers work at height?

17 June 2025

Working at height is one of the most dangerous tasks that takes place in the workplace — and there’s statistics to back it up. In 2022, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) stated that falls from height accounted for 24% of all fatal injuries that year, making it the single largest cause of workplace fatalities […]

Construction Head Injury Claims—Your Rights & How to Seek Compensation

12 June 2025

Every June, Hard Hat Awareness Week reminds us that one oversight on site can change everything. A dropped tool, a faulty helmet, a slip from scaffolding; any one of these accidents could lead to a serious head injury. And when prevention fails, you need to know your rights. If you or someone you care about […]

Catering group manager forced to give up work after a walk in the park results in injury

11 June 2025

Linda Kelsey’s injury happened when she was simply taking her pet bulldog for an early morning walk before work in her local park. Her dog’s lead brushed against a 150kg metal bin, and because the bolts holding it in place had rusted, that small knock was all it took for the bin to topple on […]

Express helps woman who nearly died after botched beauty procedures

11 June 2025

Kelly Crees sought help from Express Solicitors after a cosmetic procedure, performed by a celebrity beauty consultant, went very wrong. Kelly, 43, from Margate, Kent had gone to Ricky Sawyer, who has performed procedures on Love Island stars and Katie Price, for a breast enhancement and a BBL (Brazilian Butt Lift). But days after […]

A practical guide to helping brain injured clients

10 June 2025

Principal Partner in our Occupiers’ and Public Liability team Sarah Mawdsley featured in a previous issue of APIL’s PI Focus having written an article that offered a hands on guide to organising claims involving brain injured clients. She covers things like the importance of supporting and working with the family, treatment and rehab and selecting […]

Workplace Head Injuries: Prevention, Response & Legal Rights

9 June 2025

Every year, workers suffer thousands of workplace head injuries in the UK, many of them preventable. Whether it’s minor concussions or life-altering brain trauma, the risks are especially high in industries like construction, manufacturing and logistics. The 9th of June marks the start of Hard Hat Awareness Week 2025 in the UK and is a […]

Legal action begins after chemical leak at spa causes injuries

6 June 2025

Express Solicitors is working with a group of swimmers who have launched legal action against a spa and health club after they were hospitalised due to a chemical leak. Claim Notifications, a pre cursor to potential court action, have been sent to the Clifford Health Club and Spa on behalf of three former spa members. […]

How long does whiplash last? Everything you need to know

3 June 2025

Whiplash is one of the UK’s most common road traffic accident injuries — often leaving people with pain, stiffness and discomfort that can make everyday life a struggle. If you’ve been involved in a road traffic accident that left you recovering from whiplash, you might be owed compensation. Whether you’re pursuing a compensation claim, or […]

How to claim for an accident at work

27 May 2025

Accidents in the workplace can range from small traumas from slips and trips to severe injuries like lacerations or worse. If you’ve had such an experience in the workplace, understanding how to claim for an accident at work is the first step in making sure you receive the compensation and support you deserve. In this […]

Who is responsible for supplying employees with PPE?

21 May 2025

When it comes to workplace safety, PPE is one of the most essential parts of shielding workers from health and safety risks and hazards. Whether it’s masks, hats, goggles or clothing, PPE comes in all sorts of forms all around the UK. But who is responsible for supplying employees with PPE? In this helpful guide, […]

Action for Brain Injury Week: On a Good Day – A Solicitor’s Perspective

20 May 2025

This year, we are proud to support Action for Brain Injury Week, the annual initiative organised by the brain injury charity Headway. The campaign aims to raise awareness of brain injury, spark important conversations and highlight both the challenges and the resilience shown in the aftermath of trauma. The 2025 theme ‘on a good day’ […]

Know your rights and stay safe at work: The biggest causes of workplace injury

12 May 2025

No matter where you work, workplace safety should always be paramount for employers and employees alike. From back strain typically found in offices to more severe crushings or maimings found in factories, understanding safety in your workplace is essential for the wellbeing of yourself and colleagues. But what are the biggest causes of workplace injury? […]

Pavement Trip Hazards in the UK: Can You Make a Claim?

9 May 2025

Although pavements are a routine part of daily life, they can sometimes lead to personal injuries ranging from minor cuts to severe trauma or even brain damage. These incidents often occur when pavements are uneven, or their height poses a tripping hazard. But what exactly is the pavement trip hazard height in the UK? In […]

How Common Are Workplace Electrical Injuries in the UK?

6 May 2025

According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), an estimated 561,000 workers in the UK were the victim of non-fatal injuries at work in 2022/23. While electrical incidents make up a smaller portion of these, they can be among the most serious, and were present across all sorts of industries — from construction sites to […]