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Acoustic Shock
This is where a sudden burst of sound can temporarily or even permanently damage the eardrum and cause excruciating... -
Asbestosis
Exposure to cancer-causing asbestos (in the... -
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Some people have encountered problems with gas applicances on holiday - which can lead to illness and even... -
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
This occurs, often in the workplace, when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the... -
Conditional Fee Agreements
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Conditional Fee Arrangement
This is a contractual agreement for a case being pursued on a “no win no fee”... -
Contributory Negligence
Partial responsibility of a claimant for the injury in respect of which they claim... -
Fast Track
This refers to the type of action for claims between £5,000 and... -
HSC
Health and Safety Commission - now part of the... -
HSE
Health and Safety Executive - body responsible for maintaining health in the... -
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
Formerly known as Vibration White Finger, this is where symptoms in fingers, hands and arms are caused by vibrating... -
Highway Act
Law governing road traffic... -
LOLER
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 - this regulates heavy lifting at... -
Legal Expense Insurance
Sometimes included in motor and household policies to provide legal expenses in the case of a... -
Legionnaire's Disease
This is a form of severe pneumonia which can be contracted from exposure to poorly maintained air conditioning... -
Letter of Claim
Letter containing all required information to the defendant to assess the value and extent of a claim made against... -
Limitation
Period of time available to a claimant to bring an action against a... -
Medical Negligence
A case when a medical professional has been negligent in their duties, often resulting in... -
Multi Track
This refers to the type of action for claims over... -
No Win No Fee
This is when a solicitor agrees to undertake a case in which they will only be paid if they win. This is particularly common in PI...
