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July 22, 2026
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Eight men arrested following an investigation into child sexual exploitation in south Wales in the 80s and 90s

Eight men have been arrested as part of Operation Oak, an investigation into group-based child sexual exploitation which took place in south Wales between 1985 and 1996.

Josie Clarke
Child Abuse
July 22, 2026
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Switalskis clients among families to meet with Donna Ockenden ahead of major inquiry into maternity care at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

A family being supported by medical negligence experts at Switalskis after their baby died shortly after birth at a Leeds hospital, which is part of a forthcoming major investigation into maternity care, have met with the Chair, senior midwife Donna Ockenden, to discuss and hear how the independent inquiry will proceed.

Helen Cornforth
Medical Negligence
July 22, 2026

Witness Appeal - Dennis Fletcher, The King's School, Canterbury

Switalskis are appealing for witnesses following the recent conviction of Dennis Fletcher who was a French Teacher at The King’s School Canterbury.

Danielle Vincent
Child Abuse
July 15, 2026
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Think Before You Share: The Growing Risk of AI-Generated Child Abuse Images

A warning from the National Crime Agency (NCA) has highlighted a growing threat facing children in the digital age: innocent photographs shared online can be manipulated using artificial intelligence to create synthetic child abuse material.

Kayla Rose
Child Abuse
July 14, 2026

Aviation accident claims: Injured at an airport or on a plane?

Most journeys begin with excitement. Whether you're travelling for work or heading off on holiday, the last thing you expect is to be injured before you've even reached your destination.

Katrina Elsey
Serious Injury
July 13, 2026
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Epsom and St Helier medical negligence claims following independent review into respiratory care

An independent review has found serious failings in the care of patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, with some patients suffering avoidable harm and premature death.

Harry Aukett
Medical Negligence
July 10, 2026
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Community sentences given to three boys convicted of rape reviewed in the Court of Appeal

Three teenage boys were convicted of sexual offences against two girls and, in May 2026, were given community sentences, causing public outcry about the leniency of the judge.

Josie Clarke
Child Abuse
July 09, 2026

Summer motorcycle accidents: Injuries, rehabilitation and compensation claims

For many riders, summer is what motorcycling is all about. Longer days, clearer roads, ride-outs with friends, charity events, touring holidays, and that unmistakable sense of freedom that comes from being on two wheels.

Simon Rooney
Serious Injury
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