Lawyers
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The BBC has reported that a patient at Besti Cadwaladr University Health Board went a year without a review following his prostate cancer diagnosis and initial treatment. It is understood...
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Amanda Cavanagh achieved a six-figure settlement for Mr X regarding the death of his wife after the hospital’s failure to diagnose and treat tetanus infection. Tetanus is a life-threatening disease,...
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Bereaved families who must deal with the stress of an Inquest following their loved one’s death often must brave this process alone but for the support of the Coroner’s Court...
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A recent study by BBC News has found that the NHS has missed key targets for at least seven years. The study focussed on crucial targets including cancer care, planned...
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The Client Rehabilitation Service (CRS) is a dedicated team at Ashtons Legal which supports clients following injury or illness to maximise their recovery and access the services they may need...
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Following an unannounced inspection in September 2023 by Health Inspectorate Wales at Singleton Hospital, run by Swansea Bay University Health Board, the inspectors’ report identified significant patient safety concerns and...
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For some the festive season can be one full of excitement and looking forward to much-needed quality time with family and friends, for others, it may be a particularly stressful...
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On 4 December 2023, MPs voted to amend the Victims and Prisoners Bill requiring the Government to set up a body to administer compensation within three months of it becoming...
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If an Account Freezing Order (AFO) is made, but the frozen funds investigation ultimately yielded no results and no forfeiture was ordered, it may be possible for the aggrieved recipient...
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At Ashtons Legal, we recognise the profound impact of grief on individuals and their loved ones, particularly in cases of personal injury and medical negligence. We are committed to understanding...
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In the wake of the scandals involving several NHS maternity units across the country, the BBC has uncovered concerns surrounding the maternity care provided by Royal Sussex County Hospital. Following...
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An Account Forfeiture Notice (AFN) or a Forfeiture Order, may (if appropriate) follow an Account Freezing Order (AFO). Please refer to ‘Part 1 – A short guide to Account Freezing...
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