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March 29, 2025
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Section 20 Children Act 1989 explained: Voluntary accommodation and care

This article explains Section 20 of the Children Act 1989, which allows local authorities to provide accommodation for children in need through a voluntary agreement with those holding parental responsibility.

Jennifer Heckingbottom
Child Care
March 28, 2025
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Facing contempt proceedings in the Court of Protection? Your legal rights explained

What is contempt in the Court of Protection and what should you do if you face an allegation of contempt?

Michael Kennedy
Court of Protection
March 28, 2025
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Gender Pay Gap Report 2024

I am pleased to share Switalskis Gender Pay Gap Report 2024, reinforcing our commitment to fairness and transparency in the workplace.

John Durkan
Switalskis News
March 27, 2025
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How to claim for an accident at work

In this article, our experienced personal injury team will talk you through your employer’s legal obligations, and what you can do to preserve the evidence that will help build a strong case for your workplace injury claim.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
March 27, 2025
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What Is Parental Responsibility? Key rights and responsibilities for parents explained

Our child care law team explore what parental responsibility is and who is automatically entitled to it. They also look at what happens if you have to share parental responsibility with social services.

Ellie Messenger
Child Care
March 27, 2025
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What happens when a dog bite is reported?

Reporting a dog bite can help prevent future attacks and will also support any compensation claim you decide to pursue - but what happens next will depend on the circumstances of the attack. Here, we explain what happens when a dog bite is reported.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
March 26, 2025
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What are the most common types of collision at a junction?

The process of removing an executor from a will can be challenging, and recognising when to seek legal support is often the first step toward protecting the estate. In this guide, we’ll outline key considerations.

Katrina Elsey
Personal Injury
March 21, 2025
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Child Arrangement Orders: A step-by-step guide to filing a C100 application

A ‘child arrangements order’ (CAO) is an order made by the Family Courts of England & Wales setting out where a child lives, who they have contact with and how that contact is to take place.

Catherine Cain
Family, Child Care
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