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What Is the Public Law Outline (PLO)? A Guide for Parents Facing Social Services Concerns
The Public Law Outline (PLO) is a legal process used by local authorities (social services) when they have serious concerns…
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What Clients Really Need From a Personal Injury Solicitor
When somebody contacts our Personal Injury Team for the first time, compensation is rarely the only thing on their mind….
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A Practical Guide to Defendant Personal Injury Claims
Defendant personal injury work is often misunderstood. For many organisations, particularly those without regular exposure to litigation or without the…
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Cohabitation Law – Changes Coming for Unmarried Couples
Could the law for unmarried couples be about to change? The UK Government recently announced plans to consult on reforming…
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How Hopkins Solicitors Supports Communities Across Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire
If you were to map out Hopkins Solicitors on paper, you would not just see a law firm with a…
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The World Cup and Domestic Abuse
When football doesn’t come home, victims fear what does As excitement builds for the FIFA World Cup 2026, many will…
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Special Damages in Personal Injury Claims
In personal injury litigation, liability often gets the attention. Did the accident happen? Was someone at fault? Is there a…
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Understanding the process, the delays, and timeframes of Medical negligence claims
Medical negligence claims are some of the most complex and time-consuming personal injury cases within the civil litigation system. For…
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Slips, Trips and Falls in 2026: Why Employers’ Liability and Public Liability Claims Remain a Vital Area of Personal Injury Law
Employers’ Liability (EL) and Public Liability (PL) claims continue to form a cornerstone of personal injury litigation in the UK…
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Cohabitee Rights to Property When You Have Young Children
Many couples live together, buy homes together, raise children together and build lives together without ever getting married. But when…
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Why Hopkins Solicitors Stands Out in Personal Injury Claims
Choosing the Right Personal Injury Solicitor Matters When an individual suffers an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence,…
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Understanding the Compensation Recovery Unit (CRU) and Benefits in Personal Injury Claims
When someone suffers an injury due to negligence, the immediate focus is usually on recovery. Medical appointments, time off work,…
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Supporting Diabetic Clients Through Personal Injury Claims
Hopkins Solicitors have expertise in working with Diabetic clients who suffer from conditions such as, diabetic retinopathy, Charcot foot or…
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Understanding Limitation Periods in Personal Injury and Medical Negligence Claims
When someone suffers an injury due to the negligence of another person or organisation, it is natural for their first…
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Divorce and Your Business: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know
As a business owner, you’ve built something valuable through your vision, hard work, and strategic decisions. But have you considered…
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Fast Track, Intermediate Track or Multi Track: What Do These Terms Mean in Your Personal Injury Claim? A Detailed Guide for Clients
When you bring a personal injury claim, there are already enough things to think about. You may be dealing with…
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What Makes the Hopkins Personal Injury Team Different?
If you’ve been injured in an accident, choosing a solicitor can feel overwhelming. A quick search brings up hundreds of…
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What you need to know about the new guidance on Non-Molestation Orders
In January 2026, the President of the Family Division and Head of Family Justice in England and Wales introduced important…
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Putting Our Clients First: Personal Injury Support You Can Trust
At Hopkins Solicitors, we understand that being injured, whether at work, in a public place, or on someone else’s property,…
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When Real Life Goes Wrong at Work
Staying Safe and Getting Justice Accidents at work remain a pressing legal and social issue in the UK. Despite decades…
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Accidents at Work Your Right to Claim Compensation
Accidents at work happen far more often than many people realise. Every year, thousands of employees across the UK are…
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Why 2026 Is a Pivotal Year for Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury law in the UK has changed significantly over the last few years. From government reforms to changing patterns…
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The Importance of Financial Remedy Orders in Divorce
Divorce is tough, but what comes after can be even tougher if you don’t protect yourself financially. Many people think…
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New Year, New Start (Leaving a Domestically Abusive Relationship)
For many, the New Year often signals a new start. Sometimes people decide it is time to leave a relationship…