Hertfordshire builder in court after illegal gas work
A self-employed builder from East Barnet has been fined for putting the lives of home-owners in danger following the installation of a wall-mounted gas boiler.
South London waste firm’s ‘dismal’ record safety record
A waste firm in south-east London has been prosecuted after it repeatedly put its employees at risk of injury from use of heavy machinery left in a dangerous condition.
Doubts on “crash for cash” figures
New research has raised doubts on allegations by the insurance industry that fraudulent road traffic accident claims are responsible for the increased cost of motor insurance premiums.
Lawyers blamed for reductions in public services
The Local Government Association representing councils in England and Wales have alleged that some lawyers are affecting the provisions of local services by persuading people to bring spurious personal injury claims.
Only 25% of PI victims claim
A poll conducted by YouGov found that only a quarter of people who have suffered an injury in an accident or through negligent medical treatment are likely to pursue a claim.