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“Liked that I could check the progress of my remortgage on line. Staff were friendly and organised when contacted by phone.” Rating: 5.0 out of 5 Martin Hall and Kathleen Warren, Falmouth, 31st...
View ArticleWhat to do if you suspect poor medical care
What do you do if you suspect poor medical care or medical negligence? The vast majority of people treated by the NHS or through private healthcare services in England and Wales will be happy with...
View ArticleBirchall Blackburn Law wins awards at The ESTAS
A North West law firm has been recognised for its outstanding customer service by the largest independent customer service awards scheme for conveyancers in the UK. Birchall Blackburn Law took home a...
View ArticleMesothelioma damages must cover cost of new immunotherapy treatment
Model Tomlin order for settlement of future immunotherapy claims Fiona Hendry, mesothelioma specialist at Birchall Blackburn Solicitors, discusses this revolutionary treatment for mesothelioma victims...
View ArticleAre divorced women missing out on billions in pension money?
A recent report shows that seven in ten divorcing couples don’t consider pensions during the divorce process. Partner and expert in family law at Birchall Blackburn Law, Gillian Graveson explores....
View ArticleCreating a dementia friendly workplace
Cathy MacCracken, partner at Birchall Blackburn Law, discusses what the firm has done to create a dementia friendly workplace. We understand how daunting it can be for people to visit a solicitor’s...
View ArticleVaginal mesh implants should be banned
Mesh implants that are currently used to treat pelvic organ prolapse should be banned in England, says the health watchdog NICE. In April (2017) it was reported that more than 800 UK women are taking...
View ArticleAre prenups just for the wealthy?
Following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s engagement, the media has speculated on whether they will sign a prenuptial agreement. Partner and expert in family law at Birchall Blackburn Law, Gillian...
View ArticleWhat are digital assets?
Kristina Smith, private client partner at Birchall Blackburn Law and STEP appointed practitioner, looks at what digital assets are and how people can include them in their will. What are my digital...
View ArticleBetter rights for unmarried couples after death of long-term partners
Unmarried partners in long-term relationship have had their rights improved after the death of a partner, thanks to an historic judgement by the Court of Appeal. Jakki Smith, an NHS worker from...
View ArticleChristmas opening hours
Our office front doors won’t be open between Christmas and the New Year, but many of our staff will be working throughout the Christmas period and will be happy to help you. Happy Christmas!
View ArticleWhat is a Lasting Power of Attorney
Have you been advised to make a Lasting Power of Attorney, but don’t know what one is or why you would ever need one? Here, Anna-Marie Knipe, partner and expert in private client services for the...
View ArticleProtect ‘bank of mum and dad’ investments
Parents who loan their children money towards a home deposit are being urged to do more to protect their investment as new research shows the sums being lent are becoming ever larger. The warning comes...
View ArticleLeyland lawyer takes on South Ribble dementia role
A partnership of local organisations that’s helped make South Ribble a ‘dementia-friendly borough’ has named a local solicitor as its new chair person. The South Ribble Dementia Action Alliance (SRDAA)...
View ArticleHow can I make my divorce an amicable one?
Going through a divorce can be a difficult and confusing time. Gillian Graveson, family law partner at Birchall Blackburn Law looks at how alternative dispute resolution can make the process easier....
View ArticleBirchall Blackburn Law recruits new lead for serious injury team
Birchall Blackburn Law has appointed experienced lawyer Quentin Underhill to lead its serious injury team in the region. Quentin, a specialist in serious and catastrophic injury cases, joins from...
View ArticleWhat are digital assets?
Kristina Smith, private client partner at Birchall Blackburn Law and STEP appointed practitioner, looks at what digital assets are and how people can include them in their will. What are my digital...
View ArticleCreating a dementia friendly workplace
Cathy MacCracken, partner at Birchall Blackburn Law, discusses what the firm has done to create a dementia friendly workplace. We understand how daunting it can be for people to visit a solicitor’s...
View ArticleBetter rights for unmarried couples after death of long-term partners
Unmarried partners in long-term relationship have had their rights improved after the death of a partner, thanks to an historic judgement by the Court of Appeal. Jakki Smith, an NHS worker from...
View ArticleChristmas opening hours
Our office front doors won’t be open between Christmas and the New Year, but many of our staff will be working throughout the Christmas period and will be happy to help you. Happy Christmas!
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