Any form of personal injury can be upsetting and stressful both for the person who suffers the injury, but also for their loved ones. However, one of the types of personal injury which it is particularly unpleasant to be on the receiving end of is one resulting from a criminal act. A person experiencing a criminal injury can find themselves suffering not only physical injury, but also psychological trauma as a result of the incident. In this type of circumstance the victim is fully entitled to seek compensation for the distress caused. (more…)

Unfortunately, many marriages today end up in divorce. Current statistics show that one out of every 3 marriages will end in divorce. While this can be a complicated situation for a couple to end their union, it can be further complicated if the couple has children. If a couple finds themselves in this situation they will need the services of a solicitor who practices family law. The legal firm, Irwin Mitchell, provides services in this area and can help a divorcing couple navigate through child custody issues. (more…)