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Electric motorbike rider jailed after pensioner suffers life-changing injuries in collision

Margaret Scaldwell had to be placed in a medically induced coma after being hit by an electric motorbike. The driver has been sentenced to two years and three months.

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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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Express supports the family of man who died after an accident at work

Express Solicitors is supporting the family of Daniel Ames who was seriously injured in an accident at work and later died in hospital.

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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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Beyond the portal: child injury case offers critical lessons on valuation and costs

Carly Schofield, Partner in our Costs department has written an article for the Practice Notes section of the Solicitors Journal.

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Motorcycle Accident Claims: Your Essential Guide

1 April 2025

Motorbikes are hugely popular in the UK, with over 1.4 million people riding regularly. Despite making up less than 3% of road traffic, motorcyclists account for a disproportionately high number of serious injuries and fatalities. This is why it is so important to take extra precautions to stay safe and to know what steps to […]

Express Solicitors welcomes new senior clinical negligence solicitor

26 March 2025

Express Solicitors has strengthened its clinical negligence team with the appointment of Tanzeela Aslam as Partner and deputy head of the department. Qualified as both a solicitor and a barrister, Tanzeela joins Express from fellow Manchester-based personal injury firm Thompsons Solicitors. She specialises in birth injury claims, particularly cerebral palsy cases, but has acted across […]

Express Solicitors readies itself for further growth

26 March 2025

Express Solicitors has released its statutory accounts for 2024 as it continues to push its aggressive growth strategy and line up more acquisitions. Turnover has been on the up for the past few years. The firm announced a £42.5 million turnover in its statutory accounts for 2023 and for year ending August 2024, they show […]

My Training Contract – Kate Hall

19 March 2025

My Journey at Express Solicitors: From Graduate Scheme to Trainee Solicitor Prior to joining Express Solicitors, I had recently completed my LPC exams at Nottingham Trent University while finalising my dissertation. During this time, I worked part-time in hospitality and explored my career options. That’s when I discovered the Express Solicitors Graduate Scheme; an opportunity […]

Why expert evidence is vital for amputee clients

18 March 2025

Max Cosstick, Associate in our Clinical Negligence department, wrote an article for the November issue of PI Focus explaining how expert evidence is key to securing the best rehabilitation outcome for amputee clients. Read more: PI Focus (November 2024) Max Cosstick explores how expert evidence is key to helping amputee clients.

Construction worker awarded £285,000 after misdiagnosis leads to amputation

17 March 2025

Express 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 2025

Cycling is an excellent way to stay active and commute sustainably, but accidents can happen. Michael Green, a keen cyclist and Express solicitor, sets 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 […]

Our diversity and inclusion work achieves a high commendation

7 March 2025

Our 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 […]

Appeal success after judge rules that medical evidence did not establish causation

25 February 2025

Ebony 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 2025

What 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 2025

Express 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 2025

Millions 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 […]

Mum-of-two awarded £95,000 after being run down by a moped

4 February 2025

Express 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 2025

At 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 2025

Express 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 […]

Nicole Marston: Getting a Training Contract

27 January 2025

In 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 2025

Adam 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

Our EDI Network and CSR efforts championed at the Modern Law Awards

21 January 2025

We’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 2025

Jon 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 […]

Can I make a claim if I’ve slipped on ice and hurt myself?

10 January 2025

Snow and ice present several dangers, particularly during the winter months when conditions can quickly become hazardous. Ice on pavements, roads and car parks can be nearly invisible and extremely slippery, leading to falls that can result in fractures, head injuries or soft tissue injuries. Black ice is particularly difficult to detect as it forms […]