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How long does a CICA claim take in 2026?
20 February 2026If you’ve already been through a violent crime, the waiting can feel like a second ordeal. If you have applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA), you might be waiting for some time. So, how long does a CICA claim take in 2026? At the moment, many CICA claims are still being decided in […]
Lunar New Year
17 February 2026We have had a vibrant week at the office celebrating the Lunar New Year. As we usher in the Year of the Fire Horse, a sign known for its energy, independence and warmth, we took some time to embrace tradition and enjoy a bit of festive spirit together. Our celebrations were packed with a variety […]
Top 5 reasons CICA claims are refused
17 February 2026If your CICA claim has been refused, it can feel like you’ve been knocked back all over again. You’ve already been through something traumatic. Then you’re asked to explain what happened, provide evidence and wait for a decision, only to be told no. The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) makes decisions using strict rules about […]
NHS worker injured in Farmer’s Dog pub car park starts legal action
16 February 2026An NHS worker is seeking compensation after falling and breaking her ribs in Jeremy Clarkson’s Farmer’s Dog pub car park. Elizabeth Palmby, 68, broke her ribs and had to have surgery on her hand after tripping on temporary metal covers. Surgeons had to remove metal fragments from her hand and she has now been left […]
How does a claim for a burn injury in a public place work?
13 February 2026Suffering a burn in a public place can be a painful, distressing experience. Whether you were scalded by a hot drink in a café, burned by faulty equipment in a hotel, or injured during a treatment at a salon, the aftermath can leave you unsure what to do next or who’s responsible. Under public liability […]
Express Solicitors helps society as well as injured people, new report shows
11 February 2026We have added to our achievements and purpose by evidencing the substantial effect we have on society as a whole as well as the injured people we represent. A new report, compiled by Pragmatix Advisory, a leading independent research group, looked at the Manchester firm’s figures from 2024 and comprehensively assessed the impact on injured […]
How to make a workplace burn injury claim
10 February 2026A burn injury at work can be painful, traumatic and sometimes even life-changing. Whether you were scalded in a kitchen, exposed to chemicals or burned by faulty equipment, the physical and emotional toll can be overwhelming. If this happened to you, you could have the right to make a workplace burn injury claim. Employers have […]
Can I make a CICA claim without a conviction?
9 February 2026If you’ve been through a violent crime, it’s completely normal to worry that you might not be believed, especially if nobody was convicted. A lot of people assume that means they can’t claim compensation. But that isn’t always true. The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a government scheme that can pay compensation to victims […]
Race Equality Week
8 February 2026In February we celebrated Race Equality Week, a UK-wide movement dedicated to addressing and dismantling the barriers that still exist in the workplace. This year’s theme, #ChangeNeedsAllofUs, serves as a vital reminder that achieving genuine, lasting equality is not the job of a few, but a collective responsibility for everyone in the professional community. To […]
How to make a hernia injury claim from lifting
6 February 2026Hernias are a common injury in physically demanding jobs. They can happen suddenly, or build up slowly over time. Either way, they often cause pain, discomfort and time off work, especially if they’re not treated quickly. You might not realise your hernia was caused by your job. But if your work involved heavy lifting with […]
Express fundraises for AvMA
4 February 2026Express has taken part in the AvMA (Actions Against Medical Accidents) bring and buy challenge, led by our Clinical Negligence team. AvMA provides vital information, support and advice to thousands of people affected by avoidable medical harm each year. The car boot-style sale took over our south Manchester headquarters’ Town Hall and had everything from […]
How lack of training causes manual handling injuries
3 February 2026If you’ve suffered a manual handling injury at work, you might be blaming yourself, especially if no one ever showed you how to lift safely. But the truth is, manual handling training is a legal requirement. If your employer skipped that step, they might have put you at serious risk. From warehouses and construction sites […]
World Hijab Day 2026
1 February 2026To mark World Hijab Day, we recently hosted an event centred on the practice of veiling, not just as a religious requirement, but as a point of connection across many different faiths and cultures. The afternoon was a wonderful opportunity for colleagues to come together in an open, welcoming environment to learn, share and celebrate […]
How to make an lifting injury at work claim
30 January 2026If you’ve been injured while lifting something at work, you might be unsure whether you can make a claim. The answer usually comes down to whether your employer did enough to keep you safe. Accidents while lifting are one of the most frequent causes of workplace injuries, especially in physically demanding jobs. But that doesn’t […]
Supporting Tommy on his cancer journey
28 January 2026Express has played a small part in helping to bring joy to a south Manchester boy who’s fighting cancer. Six-year-old Tommy is dealing with cancer for the third time, after being diagnosed with Wilms tumour, a rare kidney cancer at just two years old. Him and his family are trying to raise money to fund […]
Manchester Arena attack victims supported by Express receive compensation
27 January 2026It is almost nine years since Salman Abedi detonated a suicide bomb at the Manchester Arena on May 22, 2017 as music fans were leaving an Ariana Grande concert. Express Solicitors appointed one of its experienced Partners, David Small, to personally undertake the work involved to obtain compensation for a number of clients who were […]
Salon & beauty treatment injury claims — do you have a case?
27 January 2026Beauty treatments are meant to make you feel better. But when something goes wrong, it can leave you feeling hurt, embarrassed or unsure where to turn. You might be dealing with pain, burns, scarring or emotional distress. You may also be wondering if your experience is serious enough to make a claim. If you were […]
Pavement trip claims
23 January 2026A sudden fall on a public pavement can leave you with painful injuries and a lot of unanswered questions, especially when the accident wasn’t your fault. If you’ve tripped on an uneven pavement or faulty kerb, you might be able to make a pavement trip claim for compensation. Local authorities have a legal duty to […]
Shop injury claims — Do you have a case?
21 January 2026A sudden accident in a shop or supermarket can leave you hurt, shaken and unsure what to do next. Whether you’ve slipped on a wet floor, tripped over cluttered aisles or been hit by falling stock, you could be entitled to shop accident compensation. At Express Solicitors, we help people like you make injury claims […]
Express Chambers – the new name for Express Solicitors’ advocacy team
19 January 2026The 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 2026Beverley 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 and won £38,000 in an out of court […]