Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing as a ‘common law marriage’ in the UK. No matter how long a couple has lived together, cohabiting partners do not have the same legal rights and protections as couples who are married. If you are cohabiting or planning to cohabit in the near future, this blog sets out the legal position and the potential risks involved.

A couple supported by Switalskis specialist medical negligence and maternity experts have featured on a BBC Panorama programme to share the tragic story of how their baby died just 23 minutes after birth. After a number of failures at a maternity unit run by Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH), the Trust is now the subject of the largest maternity inquiry in the history of the NHS.

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A Glasgow man has been jailed for 10 years after abducting and raping a 14‑year‑old girl he groomed online, in a case described by the sentencing judge as “totally and utterly unacceptable”.

Crypto assets must be disclosed during divorce proceedings and can be considered when dividing finances. Find out how the courts treat cryptocurrency and how hidden assets can be uncovered.

If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident that wasn't your fault, you may be entitled to seek compensation. The amount of compensation will depend on your individual circumstances, including the nature of the accident and the injuries you sustained. This often begs the question, 'What is classed as a serious injury when claiming compensation?' While there is no strict legal definition, there are several factors that can lead to an injury being treated as 'serious' under the law.

A spinal injury after a car accident can be devastating and life-changing. In the days and weeks that follow, you may be facing pain, reduced movement, hospital appointments and uncertainty about what your recovery will look like. For some people, the effects are temporary. For others, a spinal cord injury can result in permanent, life-changing effects to their mobility, independence, work, relationships and home life.

When someone goes missing, families are often left in legal limbo. Practical matters such as dealing with finances, property, pensions, or even ending a marriage cannot be resolved unless the law recognises that the missing person is presumed to have died.