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We’re very excited to have opened our brand-new office in Glengormley, Newtownabbey this week! It’s a bright and welcoming environment that will allow us to meet with people who require the services of a personal injury solicitor.  The new space comes with a large foyer, waiting area, several offices, as well as a big meeting …

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After a lengthy review, the Government Actuary in Northern Ireland has determined that the personal injury discount rate will be -1.5%. The change came into effect 22 March 2022. The discount rate is the percentage applied to a lump sum awarded to a seriously injured claimant for future financial losses. The Department of Justice writes …

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Some insurers in Northern Ireland engage in a deeply deceptive practice called Third Party Capture. They have been known to put undue pressure on injury victims to settle their cases as quickly as possible, purposely undermining the medical and legal protections that they should be offered.  While the process isn’t illegal, it’s certainly wrong. We’re …

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Many people assume that if you’ve been injured, you can simply claim for your injuries whenever you’d like. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. There are strict time limitations for making a personal injury claim in Northern Ireland.  You have 3 years to bring a personal injury claim in Northern Ireland. This limit was set out …

Is There A Time Limit For Making A Personal Injury Claim In Northern Ireland? Read More »

It’s the end of October, which means it’s nearly Halloween! Adults across Northern Ireland are putting the finishing touches on their scary decorations, while children can’t wait to dress up and go trick-or-treating. While most people have a blast on Halloween, it is important to note that certain dangers are more prevalent this time of year. …

Beware of these injuries on Halloween  Read More »