http://www.goinglegal.com en-us editorial@goinglegal.com If someone inflicts physical injury or mental suffering to someone else through actions or carelessness, this is called personal injury. People can suffer personal injury through medical negligence, car accidents, defamation of character and so forth. If... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_654612_18.html 02nd October 2008 Making a claim for compensation is everyone’s civil and legal right. If you have been involved in an accident which was not your fault and suffered as a consequence then you may be entitled to compensation. Personal injury claims are now feasible fo... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_654584_18.html 02nd October 2008 Why is it that more than 2.5 million people in the UK have accidents each year, and very few claim compensation for their injuries? Seeking compensation for pain and suffering is your civil and legal right and you would be daft to not claim. Why shoul... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_654563_18.html 02nd October 2008 Finding a good personal injury lawyer has never been easier. There are adverts on the television most nights and there are dozens of accident claim websites. But who should you choose? Well if you go online you will find lots of claim sites but how man... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_634877_18.html 11th September 2008 Have you had an accident and are thinking about claiming compensation? Are you worried it will be too expensive difficult and stressful to sue the party responsible? This is a misconception as claiming compensation is a very simple and easy and comes wi... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_633787_18.html 09th September 2008 Those who have owned a motorcycle know what a wonderful feeling and experience it is to ride one. They will also be fully aware of how risky driving a motorcycle can be, which is part of the thrill unfortunately. 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For example if a doctor failed to diagnose a medical condition or diagnosed the wrong condition this would be classed as ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_585504_18.html 22nd July 2008 Being a woman in this day and age is hard work. We are expected to hold down a career as well as bring up our children and be the perfect house wife for our men. Being the perfect mother and house wife includes being able to cook, clean, do the laundry, ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_584468_18.html 22nd July 2008 When you visit a hospital you expect to dealt with by professionals and looked after accordingly. You certainly wouldn’t expect to catch any nasty viruses. If you feel you have incurred a virus or injury due to the actions (or lack of actions) by a doc... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_574750_18.html 14th July 2008 Road traffic accidents unfortunately are an ever increasing occurrence. With the amount of cars on the roads doubling it’s not hard to see why there are so many accidents. Every morning in the school term time the emergency services are called out to ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_572960_18.html 09th July 2008 Are you one of the millions of people who have had an accident, suffered as a result, but are toying with the idea of claiming compensation. Maybe your accident was at work and you are worried about losing your job. Maybe you slipped on uneven concrete ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_572899_18.html 09th July 2008 In order to apply for a work permit you need to be in a good position to work. This could mean you are highly skilled with a degree, or it could just mean you have an employer ready to take you on. Highly skilled migrants could apply for the Highly Skil... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_571251_18.html 07th July 2008 MRSA stands for Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus. It is also better known and referred to as the ‘superbug.’ It has been around since 1961 despite popular belief. It was only in the early 90’s that it spread quite dramatically and caused... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_567980_18.html 01st July 2008 During 2008 the immigration law in the UK is being replaced with a points based system. The new system consists of five tiers and each one has it’s own requirements and conditions. The tier system covers employment and student based immigration to the... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_560267_18.html 20th June 2008 You can claim compensation for many different types of personal injuries. Some of the most common accidents where injuries occur are road traffic accidents including motorcycle accidents, accidents a work, slip and trips in supermarkets or on uneven pave... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_558227_18.html 19th June 2008 If you wish to apply for a work permit to allow you to work in the UK there are several options dependant on your skills and qualifications. Those that are highly skilled with a degree and work experience may wish to apply via the Highly Skilled Migrant ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_558098_18.html 19th June 2008 If you wish to apply for a work permit to allow you to work in the UK there are several options dependant on your skills and qualifications. Those that are highly skilled with a degree and work experience may wish to apply via the Highly Skilled Migrant ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_558097_18.html 19th June 2008 The Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) and the General Highly Skilled Migrants (GHSM) are two similar categories for entry to the UK. It basically allows people with sought after skills to enter the UK. Similar programmes are run in Australia and C... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_558019_18.html 19th June 2008 Claiming compensation for a whiplash injury is a very common accident claim in the world of personal injury. Road traffic accidents ar... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_557377_18.html 18th June 2008 London is the capital of the United Kingdom and is a great place for tourists to visit. It’s shopping area is based around Oxford Street though other areas such as Knightsbridge are also very popular. Some of the attractions include Tower Bridge, th... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_557303_18.html 18th June 2008 If you are thinking about making a compensation claim based on a no win no fee agreement then it is important that you seek legal advice before taking any steps. A personal injury lawyer will be able to tell you whether your case is suitable for a no win ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_557218_18.html 18th June 2008 Are you thinking of claiming compensation but are not 100% sure? If that’s the case then you are not alone. Many people have accidents or personal injuries everyday but don’t bother to make a claim for compensation. What people don’t realise is t... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_557187_18.html 18th June 2008 Repetitive strain injury or RSI is a condition resulting from overuse of a tool like a computer, guitar or anything that require repeated movements. The condition affects the muscles tendons and nerves of the hands, arms and upper back due to these being... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_546206_18.html 23rd May 2008 A road traffic accident describes any accident that happens on a road or footpath. Road traffic accidents are the cause of an estimated 1.2 million deaths worldwide every year and are said to injury about forty times this number. Every person who uses... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_544628_18.html 21st May 2008 A no win no fee claim, officially known as a conditional fee agreement offers an alternative way to fund litigation and can be used in almost all commercial claims. No win no fee claims or conditional fee agreements have been in place since 1995, however ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_544627_18.html 21st May 2008 It has been said that motorcycles represent approximately about 1% of the traffic on our roads in the UK but they account for 18% of all serious deaths and injuries. Motorcyclists are 40 times more likely to be killed in an accident than a car driver. Thi... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_544623_18.html 21st May 2008 Sadly every year many people fall victim to accidents that happen within their workplace; accidents that should have been avoided if the correct safety procedures were in place. This is why it is essential that you are familiar with what health and safety... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_544620_18.html 21st May 2008 A slip, trip or fall can happen almost anywhere if there is a wet/slippery surface, uneven flooring or if there are any obstructions on the floor surface. Some of the main reasons that slip, trip or fall accidents occur include the following: Slip trip... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_544616_18.html 21st May 2008 Making an accident claim for compensation is a very simple process. Many people do not realise how simple it really is. There are just 4 basic steps: • The first one is you find a suitable lawyer who is willing to take on your accident claim on a ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_204879_97.html 22nd August 2007 So you’ve been involved in an accident and it wasn’t your fault but you’re unsure if you can claim? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Here at Accident Consult Ltd we are able to advise you on your compensation and the amount of money you... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_193196_18.html 26th July 2007 Have you as a passenger been involved in a motor accident of some sort, statistics show that most of us will be involved in at least one car/ motorcycle accident in our lifetime. Perhaps an accident occurred whilst you were a passenger in a car, was i... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_192632_97.html 26th July 2007 With road traffic accident claims there is always a dispute about who is to blame. To ensure that you win your road traffic accident claim it is very important you can prove that the acciden... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_189618_97.html 24th July 2007 It is hard to believe the amount of rain that has fallen over the UK in the past month. In fact the majority of the UK has had well above the average amount of rain fall with some areas having their wettest June on record. This rain has caused serious h... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_184541_18.html 05th July 2007 Whiplash injuries are caused by hyperextension of the neck both forwards and backwards in quick succession; people commonly experience whiplash injuries in circumstances where a collision causes rapid acceleration or deceleration. Often this is as a resul... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_184403_18.html 05th July 2007 People who ride motorcycles are more likely to suffer serious injuries as a result of any collisions with other road users due to the fact they are less protected. Their bikes are more susceptible to any faults on the road, such as potholes and spillages,... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_183837_18.html 05th July 2007 Making a compensation claim on a no win, no fee basis has never been easier, with many firms now able to offer you the chance to keep every penny of the payment you are awarded. Conditional Fee Agreements were made widely available in 1998, and enabled pe... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_183020_18.html 05th July 2007 You are entitled to claim compensation for any accident or injury which is caused by negligence on the part of someone else or their property. Slips and trips can happen anywhere, and at any time - in supermarkets, at work, pathways, and restaurants, and ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_183012_18.html 05th July 2007 With the number of cars on Britain’s roads growing every year, there is an increasing likelihood that you may be involved in some form of Road Traffic Accident in the future. Being involved in a collision on the roads can be a traumatic, as well as pain... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_180474_18.html 01st July 2007 Claiming for compensation when you have been involved in a motorcycle accident has never been easier. There are a vast number of companies who are available to help, many of whom offer no win, no fee agreements. This means that whatever the outcome of the... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_171909_18.html 08th June 2007 Motorcycling is perceived as an inherently dangerous activity, due to the high speed capabilities of the machines involved, and the relatively poor protection they offer. There are approximately 28,000 accidents involving motorcycles annually in the Unite... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_170820_18.html 06th June 2007 Whiplash injuries occur when the body experiences strong, forceful jerk movements, either forwards, backwards or sideways, causing the soft tissue around the spine to become stretched, strained and even torn. This type of injury is most common in car acci... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_163434_18.html 22nd May 2007 There are many advantages to be had by pursuing a ‘no win, no fee’ claim, first and foremost because you have the piece of mind knowing that you will not be worse off if you claim and are unsuccessful; the Conditional Fee Agreement means that no fees ... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_159722_18.html 15th May 2007 Many victims of personal injuries operate under the illusion that pursuing a compensation claim is complicated and expensive, when in reality nothing could be further from the truth. Modern day claims companies are desperate to get you on board as clients... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_159572_18.html 15th May 2007 Experiencing a personal injury can be a very stressful, and sometimes life changing, event in a person’s life. The unpredictable nature of such accidents means that victims are often completely unprepared for the consequences of such an injury, both men... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_158585_18.html 11th May 2007 Having an accident on a motorbike is a lot more traumatic than having on in your car. The injuries can also be a lot more severe. With a car you have the obvious protection of your seat belt, air bag and the frame of the car. I had a motor cycle acci... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_155220_18.html 03rd May 2007 Conditional Fee Arrangements are a relative newcomer on the British scene, though they have long been common in the United States. Since 1998 they have become widespread, allowing ordinary people a far greater access to the courts than previously, and all... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_141233_18.html 27th March 2007 After a motorcycle accident, if you sustain an injury it can be incredibly serious. While some individuals are lucky enough to get out of a motorcycle accident with a few scrapes, bruises, and contusions, you may endure even more serious injuries. In fac... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_141030_18.html 27th March 2007 Let’s suppose something happens to you. Maybe it’s a broken bone, maybe it’s a bad cut, and maybe it’s something worse. Now, let’s suppose that that something was not your fault. Perhaps it was caused by defective machinery at the company wher... http://www.goinglegal.com/article_140246_18.html 27th March 2007