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Construction worker awarded £285,000 after misdiagnosis leads to amputation
17 March 2025Express Solicitors has supported a dad who had to have four toes amputated after his GP misdiagnosed his infection as athlete’s foot. Michael Jones visited his doctor numerous times after noticing a black rash around his feet, but on each visit, his concerns were dismissed. Eventually, he was referred to the hospital and was diagnosed […]
Cycling Accident Claims: Your Essential Guide
11 March 2025Cycling is an excellent way to stay active and commute sustainably, but accidents can happen. In this blog we will set out the steps you should take to prevent accidents, explains what to do if you are involved in a crash and answers common questions frequently asked by cyclists when making a claim. 5 Tips […]
International Women’s Day
8 March 2025International Women’s Day At our International Women’s Day event this week, we were able to listen to some inspiring stories from our colleagues Rebecca Adams and Rael Millington, alongside guest speakers Catherine Brown, Laura Riley from Mums In Need and Yasmin Khan from the Halo Project. Their insights and experiences were truly powerful, making the day both meaningful and thought-provoking. We also created a video which […]
Our diversity and inclusion work achieves a high commendation
7 March 2025Our EDI Network has been honoured at this year’s Modern Law Awards with a Highly Commended accolade in the Diversity & Inclusion category. To find out what makes our EDI Network so brilliant, watch the video below to see some of the amazing initiatives that were championed last year. We were also shortlisted in the […]
International Women’s Day Panel
5 March 2025To celebrate International Women’s Day, we hosted a panel discussion featuring inspiring stories from our very own Becki Adams, Director at Ontime Reports, and Rael Millington, Trainee Solicitor in our Employers’ Liability department. We were also honoured to welcome external speakers Cath Brown and Laura Riley from Mums In Need and Yasmin Khan from the Halo Project, who […]
Dog food donations delivered to Animal Lifeline
4 March 2025During January and February, our employees chose to support Animal Lifeline. The dog shelter near Stoke on Trent works closely with the Staffordshire branch of brain injury charity Headway, one of the organisations we proudly partner with. Headway service users have been involved in making items for the kennels in the charity’s workshop and have also helped to walk the dogs […]
International Stand Up To Bullying Day
27 February 2025International Stand Up To Bullying Day Our team at Express Solicitors wore pink for International Stand Up to Bullying Day, inspired by the 2007 movement when students in Canada took a stand against bullying by wearing pink in solidarity. We also hosted a lunch and sent out a newsletter with information on how to prevent […]
Appeal success after judge rules that medical evidence did not establish causation
25 February 2025Ebony Hornby, a solicitor in our Employers’ Liability department, has written an article for Solicitors Journal about a case in which a judge overturned a decision to strike out the claimant’s injury claim. The initial ruling came after the claimant was denied permission to rely on medical evidence, despite the defendant having fully admitted liability. Read […]
Non-Legal Careers at Express: Turning my passion into a career…
17 February 2025What was your professional background prior to joining Express? I was a chef for 11 years. I’d always been a ‘tech nerd’ in my own time, building PCs and generally being the person who friends and family came to for tech-related issues. Why did you decide on a career change? When covid hit and restaurants […]
RBS doubles credit support as Express plans for further growth
14 February 2025Express Solicitors has had its revolving credit agreement with The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) renewed and doubled, so it’s now worth £16m. The funding will allow the firm to continue its ambitious growth and acquisition strategy throughout 2025 and beyond. It will also make funds available for increased marketing spend and the recruitment of […]
Injured on the Slopes? Your Guide to Ski Accident Claims
14 February 2025Millions of Brits hit the slopes each year and recent reports show that participation is returning to pre-pandemic levels. While it is great that more people are enjoying winter sports, skiing remains an ‘extreme sport’ with a higher level of risk than many others. If the worst happens and you or a family member are […]
We’re proud sponsors of an award at the 2025 Forever Manchester Ball
11 February 2025We were proud to support Forever Manchester by sponsoring the This is the Place award at the FM birthday party. This award celebrates groups that make a real difference in building strong, healthy communities. We had an incredible night as always! Congratulations to all the incredible shortlisted groups—Ardwick Climate Action, Deaf Rhinos, Fallowfield Secret Garden, Greenmount Village Community, and Moss Side Community […]
Mum-of-two awarded £95,000 after being run down by a moped
4 February 2025Express Solicitors has helped a mum-of-two obtain a life-changing settlement after she was injured by a moped on a pedestrian crossing. As a result of the accident, Loraine White sustained broken ribs and fractured her right knee, which required immediate surgery. Loraine was further devastated when the driver was found not guilty after he told […]
Chloe Turner: Getting a Training Contract
4 February 2025At Express Solicitors, we pride ourselves on nurturing talent and providing real hands-on experience for aspiring legal professionals. Chloe’s journey is a testament to how our structured training and supportive environment help young lawyers thrive. Chloe joined Express Solicitors through our Graduate Scheme, which seeks newly graduated professionals with law or business degrees. The scheme […]
Express CEO joins the Lawyer Hot 100 2025 list
28 January 2025Express Solicitors CEO, James Maxey, has made his debut in The Lawyer Hot 100 2025 with the prestigious list highlighting the huge growth of the firm he set up nearly 25 years ago, its award-winning training scheme and the multiple acquisitions he’s driven. The list recognises the most adventurous, innovative and dynamic lawyers and encompasses […]
Fundraising appeal to provide prosthetic for staff member’s daughter
27 January 2025One of our brilliant PAs, Angela Lawlor, is raising funds for her daughter Ashley who had to have her arm amputated following a battle with cancer, just two days before Christmas. While Ashley was offered a prosthetic, the options were limited and wouldn’t have helped her regain a sense of normality. Her friends have now set […]
Nicole Marston: Getting a Training Contract
27 January 2025In a recent video, Nicole shared her inspiring journey through the graduate scheme at Express Solicitors, which she joined in March 2023. Reflecting on her transition from a Residential Remortgaging Case Manager to a role at Express Solicitors, Nicole highlighted the significant skills she gained, including drafting legal documents, understanding case law, and preparing witness […]
When safety falls short: trampoline park liability in focus
22 January 2025Adam Farrell, Partner in our Employers’ Liability team, has written an article for Solicitors Journal, discussing a landmark ruling which highlights the risks of foam pits and the limitations of compliance with industry standards. Read more: Solicitors Journal (January 20, 2025) When safety falls short: trampoline park liability in focus If you have been injured […]
Our EDI Network and CSR efforts championed at the Modern Law Awards
21 January 2025We’re incredibly proud of our EDI Network and all our charity work we do so we’re thrilled to be recognised for both those areas in this year’s Modern Law Awards! We’ve been shortlisted for both the Diversity and Inclusion Award and the Corporate Social Responsibility Award. The ceremony will be held in Manchester on March […]
The perils of social media when pursuing a damages claim
20 January 2025Jon Andrews, Partner in our Employers’ Liability team, has written a feature for Solicitors Journal exploring the damage social media can cause while a case is ongoing. In the article, he analyses the many problems social media can cause, such as how an innocent post may be misinterpreted, which may significantly impact an ongoing legal […]
Burning Nights Legal Panel renewal
13 January 2025We are pleased to announce that we are continuing our relationship with Burning Nights CRPS Support and will remain part of the charity’s legal panel. Our membership highlights our team’s expertise in supporting individuals and families affected by Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and will allow us to continue to raise public awareness of the complexities CRPS […]