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Express Chambers – the new name for Express Solicitors’ advocacy team

The established advocacy team at Express Solicitors has launched its own brand identity and will now be known as Express Chambers.

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Express helps mum who suffered long term effects of food poisoning

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Dad sues famous London toy store after suffering leg injury

A dad-of-four suffered a leg injury in Hamleys after an ‘enormous’ piece of Perspex landed on him.

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Private equity deal boosts Express Solicitors

Express Solicitors has secured private equity investment from Ufenau Capital Partners, which will accelerate growth of the booming personal injury law firm.

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Express Solicitors Listed in 2026 Chambers & Partners

Express Solicitors is continuing its run of success adding to its rankings in the 2026 edition of the Chambers & Partners UK list.

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It’s a “postcode lottery” for civil court delays

New research from Express Solicitors and the Association of Consumer Support Organisations (ACSO) has revealed that it is still a “postcode lottery” with the time it takes for your case to get through the court system.

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Express Chambers – the new name for Express Solicitors’ advocacy team

19 January 2026

The established advocacy team at Express Solicitors has launched its own brand identity and will now be known as Express Chambers. Express Chambers is an integrated chambers model comprising employed barristers, pupils, advocates, and clerks, and is an opportunity for barristers to be part of the employed Bar. Barrister, Partner, and Head of Express Chambers, […]

Express helps mum who suffered long term effects of food poisoning

19 January 2026

Beverley Patterson contracted salmonella after eating a sandwich containing One Stop chicken slices. She suffered uncontrollable bouts of sickness and diarrhoea, and she went on to be diagnosed with post-infective IBS. Working with Express Solicitors, Beverley took legal action against the chicken manufacturers, food giant Cranswick Country Foods (owned by supermarket giant Tesco) and won £38,000 […]

No case too small

13 January 2026

Head of Legal Operations and Partner in our Employers’ Liability department Damian Bradley lent his expertise to APIL’s PI Focus, writing about the impact of rehab in moderate and even minor trauma cases. He covered the importance of early intervention for rehab as well as the role solicitors play in helping a client get the help […]

Pre-Action Protocol for personal injury claims

12 January 2026

The Pre-Action Protocol for personal injury claims is in place to ensure the parties involved in a claims process communicate properly with each other and seek a settlement before going to court. If claims do go to court, it means that all parties should have behaved properly. Here we look at what the Pre-Action Protocol […]

How asbestos registers protect workers and support compensation claims

30 December 2025

Asbestos was once a common building material, but when its serious health risks became known, it became a major concern for tradespeople. The danger isn’t always immediate — exposure can take years to cause illness. That’s why an asbestos register is so important. But what is an asbestos register? In this guide, we’ll expose how […]

Special and general damages explained

22 December 2025

In personal injury claims, there are two types of damages. Special damages and general damages. Here we’ll look at both in detail and explain the difference between the two. We’ll cover what you can claim damages for, and the documentation needed to make a claim. What are general damages? General damages are used to compensate […]

What is negligence?

19 December 2025

The issue of negligence is a vital aspect of personal injury cases in the UK — it must be proven to establish an airtight claim. Whether it’s an employer’s disregard of their duty of care or a fellow employee’s carelessness, negligence can be present in all walks of life. But what is negligence? In this […]

Dad sues famous London toy store after suffering leg injury

18 December 2025

A dad-of-four suffered a leg injury in Hamleys after an ‘enormous’ piece of Perspex landed on him. Jonathan Joseph was on the escalators in the Regent Street toy store with his family when what appeared to be a shard of shattered glass fell from above. But Jonathan who says he could easily have ‘been killed’ by […]

Statutory Sick Pay: What You’re Entitled to if You’re Injured and Off Work

10 December 2025

If you’re too ill or injured to work, the last thing you need to be worrying about is money. This is where Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) can help. SSP is a form of benefit that UK workers are entitled to claim from their employer if they’re too ill or injured to work. The current rate […]

When was asbestos banned in the UK? Timelines and regulations

5 December 2025

Asbestos has been a concern in the UK for decades because of its discovered toxicity to humans. The Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations 2002 and subsequent Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 were critical in regulating asbestos handling and management. They helped the public and professionals when they encountered asbestos and worked to prevent further […]

What counts as a health & safety breach at work?

28 November 2025

In the UK, personal injury law exists to protect employees when accidents happen. Employers have a legal duty to keep you safe. When they fail and there’s a breach of health and safety at work, you could be entitled to claim compensation for a workplace injury. In this guide, we’ll explain what counts as a […]

What is After The Event (ATE) Insurance?

19 November 2025

The financial implications when making a personal injury claim can be worrying, especially if the case doesn’t succeed. You could be left with legal fees or even compensation to pay out without assistance. That’s where After The Event (ATE) insurance comes in. But what is After The Event insurance? In this guide, we’ll look at […]

Can you claim if you weren’t given proper PPE?

18 November 2025

Employers have a legal duty to provide personal protective equipment (PPE) whenever workplace risks can’t be controlled by other means. Failing to do so isn’t just careless, it could be classed as negligence. If you’ve suffered an injury at work and weren’t given the right safety gear, you could be entitled to PPE injury compensation […]

Training team at Express adds another award to the collection

14 November 2025

Julia Smith, our Soft Skills Trainer in the Professional Support team, has been recognised by the City & Guilds Foundation with a Membership Award. She is one of only 19 people across the UK to receive this prestigious honour this year, and the only trainer from a law firm to do so. The award celebrates […]

Express in top three best UK law firms to work for list

14 November 2025

Express Solicitors has once again risen in three ‘Best Companies’ categories. We now ranked as the third Best Law Firm to work for in the UK. This is up 10 places from last year and makes us the highest ranking personal injury law firm on the list. We have also moved up 43 places from […]

Do you have to pay PIP back after settlement in the UK?

12 November 2025

Planning on making a personal injury claim? Or perhaps you’re awaiting compensation? Either way, you might be wondering how your settlement will affect your PIP – and you’re not alone. One of the most asked questions is: do you have to pay PIP back after settlement? UK law states that the short answer is no. […]

Private equity deal boosts Express Solicitors

4 November 2025

Express Solicitors has secured private equity investment from Ufenau Capital Partners, which will accelerate growth of the booming personal injury law firm. Hot on the heels of announcing another rise in turnover – which now stands at £88.5m, up from last year’s figure of £70.6m (including sister company Ontime Reports’ figures) – the deal will […]

How long does it take to get paid after a settlement in the UK?

3 November 2025

If you’re a UK resident and have successfully settled a personal injury claim, you might be waiting on your compensation. So, how long does it take to get paid after a settlement? UK law states that court settlement payment timelines will vary. We’ll use this guide to break down the process, explain why delays may […]

When is an organisation legally required to have an accident book?

29 October 2025

An accident book is a legally required record that logs workplace injuries, illnesses and near misses. It can help initiate new safety procedures and is a vital tool that documents what happened, when, where and who was involved in workplace accidents. So, when is an organisation legally required to have an accident book? In this […]

What is a letter of claim and why does it matter?

27 October 2025

The first step in any personal injury case is the Letter of Claim — a formal document that notifies the defendant that a compensation claim is being pursued against them. It outlines the details of the accident, the injuries sustained, and any financial losses incurred. But what is a Letter of Claim, and why does […]