September 30, 2009
According to the ‘General Medical Council’s’ ethical guidance: Doctors should, wherever possible, avoid treating themselves or anyone with whom they have a close personal relationship such as family members. A doctor should be registered with their own GP outside their family. Controlled drugs can present particular problems, i.e. leading to drug misuse and misconduct. ...
September 23, 2009
If you feel that you have been unfairly treated in the terms of a will, i.e the deceased person was mentally incapacitated (not of a sound mind) at the time when the will was written or was coerced into leaving their assets – then the first thing you need to do is apply for a ‘caveat‘. A caveat ...
August 26, 2009
No – not legally, unless it is in connection with ’Inland Revenue’ (taxes) as bailiffs can obtain a warrant to force entry, however this would be an exception and only occurs very rarely. In all other circumstances – bailiffs only have a right to ‘peaceful entry’. This means that they can only enter your property if you have ...
August 7, 2009
Assault and battery by a police officer, Wrongful arrest, unlawful detention, Malicious prosecution, Personal Injury, i.e. harm from a police officers dog, Wrongful removal/unreturned possessions Most solicitor firms offer a ‘no win no fee’ basis, and depending on your circumstances – you may be entitled to legal aid. You can call ...
August 6, 2009
// Medical Records – And Your Rights All Patients have a legal right to view all medical records, set out by the ’1998 Data Protection Act. However, under certain circumstances - medical professionals are entitled to withhold your right to reading medical records if: The records contain information that may be detrimental to your mental health The ...
August 5, 2009
If you are over age 16 then you can apply for a name change without your parents consent. However – if you are a child under the age of 16 then you will need your parents consent, i.e. parents stated on your birth certificate. What if I am a child but only one ...
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August 3, 2009
// Once you turn 18, Uk law states that you can leave home without your ‘parents’ or ‘guardians’ permission. However – If you are 16 or 17 and decide that you want to leave home: ideally you do need their official consent. But if you do leave home without their blessing, you are very unlikely to be summoned back ...
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August 1, 2009
Yes you can – If you have developed an asbestos related disease such as mesothelioma or pleural plaques and you want to claim for compensation, do not delay – as you can still seek legal advice through a lawer/solicitor even if the company that you were employed with no longer exists . Due to ...
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