Being placed in UK immigration detention can be frightening and disruptive, especially when the future feels uncertain. For many detained migrants in the UK, Immigration Bail becomes the key legal route to regain freedom while their immigration case continues.  Home Office statistics show that more than half of people leaving immigration detention are released rather than removed,...

When news broke that British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua had been discharged from a hospital in Nigeria after a fatal car crash, it stopped people in their tracks. Two of his close friends and team members tragically lost their lives when the Lexus SUV they were travelling in collided with a stationary truck on a major expressway near Lagos.​ For most people, that story isn’t just...

Being released doesn’t always mean being free. In Blackburn, many individuals leave custody on pre-charge bail or under RUI, unsure of what comes next. This reflects a broader shift in UK policing.  Government figures show that pre-charge bail is routinely used to manage investigations without immediate prosecution, ensuring public safety while enquiries continue. These decisions...

A tenant reports mould. A landlord blames condensation. Weeks pass, nothing changes. This pattern plays out daily across the UK rental market. According to the UK Health Security Agency, long-term exposure to damp and mould increases the risk of respiratory illness, especially in children and older adults. Responsibility matters because health, safety and legal rights are at stake. ...

An arrest can flip your world upside down in minutes. One moment you’re in custody. Next, you’re told you’re being released on bail. Latest official figures show that over 259,000 people had their pre-charge bail concluded last year, with almost three in five released for under three months before the next step in their case.  Understanding the released on bail meaning is crucial if...

Reading the recent outpouring of experiences on Sky News regarding NHS maternity care is nothing short of devastating. It stops you in your tracks. Brave mothers like Lauren, Sarah, and Brogan have stepped forward to share harrowing accounts of medical negligence that simply should never happen in a modern healthcare system. At Cooper Hall Solicitors, we believe every parent deserves to...

Making a sexual abuse compensation claim can feel overwhelming, yet how you prepare early can dramatically affect your outcome. In fact, recent data shows that of the 13,313 applications CICA received from victims of sexual assault or abuse, only about 13% resulted in compensation awards, highlighting how important strong preparation is for success.  Many survivors lose out because...

A recent and heartbreaking report by Sky News has brought the reality of maternity care failures in England into sharp focus. The report details the harrowing experiences of three women—Lauren, Gabriela, and Jo—who suffered traumatic births within NHS hospitals. Their stories, though individual, share a common and disturbing thread: they felt ignored, dismissed, and ultimately failed by...

Childbirth should be a joyous milestone. Yet for countless women across the UK, it transforms into a nightmare of ignored pleas and dismissed worries. Recent investigations reveal a disturbing pattern—maternity negligence claims have skyrocketed, with NHS liabilities reaching a staggering £60 billion.​ You’re not imagining it. Your concerns matter. Book a Free Consultation...

Bringing life into this world should exemplify pure joy. Yet for thousands of families, childbirth experiences transform into nightmares when maternity negligence occurs. Recent NHS survey findings reveal a troubling reality that demands attention. Book a Free Consultation Now The Alarming State of NHS Maternity Services The Care Quality Commission surveyed over 16,750 women this...