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Case study of a successful foster care claim involving a young man who was abused by his foster carers as a small child. We were approached by a young…

Elizabeth Duncan is representing a woman who was abused as a young child while residing at the Beechwood Community Home in Nottingham. Beechwood had many purposes over the years,…

Abuse lawyer Liz Duncan takes a look at rehabilitation in abuse claims For most abuse victims, the legal process is not simply about recovering money, but gaining access to…

We have won substantial compensation for a man who was abused by a teacher in primary school. D was abused by a teacher in primary school during the late…

We win harassment claim for man who was sent an inappropriate email by his gym As a previous client of ours, Mr B contacted us about making an harassment…

We have recently succeeded in an abuse claim against a swimming club, recovering substantial compensation for the victim. The claimant had been involved with her local swimming club from…

If you have suffered abuse while in the care of a local council then you may have a claim for compensation. To find out if you can make an…

We have won another Scout Association abuse compensation claim. Here is a short summary of the case. For further information about making a Scout Association abuse compensation claim call…

Abuse at school: Former pupil awarded compensation of £70,000 We have recently concluded an abuse at school claim for a former student who was sexually assaulted by her teacher…

Compensation for abuse while in foster care For free legal guidance on making a claim for compensation for abuse while in foster care call freephone 0808 139 1597 in…

We are frequently asked, ‘How much compensation do you get for rape?’ Obviously this is a sensitive subject and it can seem inappropriate to reduce something so traumatic to…

Real life case study of a hotel employee claiming compensation for sexual assault at work For guidance on claiming compensation for sexual assault at work call our free legal…

Making an upskirting compensation claim on a no win, no fee basis With upskirting becoming a criminal offence, we take a look at how this change in the law…

Foster care abuse claim Abuse compensation lawyer, Elizabeth Duncan, has succeeded in a claim against a local council for foster care abuse. Here is a short case study of…

We look at how to make a sex abuse claim against a school, giving an example of a recent claim we successfully made on behalf of someone who had…

The Truth Project has been set up by the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse to allow survivors of child sexual abuse to share their experiences. The IICSA is…

As specialist abuse claim solicitors we can show you how to make a claim for abuse compensation When people ask how to claim compensation for being sexually abused, lawyers…

We specialise in making compensation claims against the Catholic Church in the UK. You can call our free legal helpline on 0808 139 1597 for guidance or send us…

The BBC is reporting that police are giving leaflets to people who they believe are at risk of committing sex abuse, asking for their behaviour to stop The leaflets,…

Specialist abuse lawyer Elizabeth Duncan recovers substantial compensation for a Jesus Army abuse survivor The Jesus Army, an evangelical religious organisation, is facing a number of allegations of historic sexual…

Abuse claims against schools We are often asked to pursue abuse claims against schools. In this short case study, abuse lawyer Rachel Thain reports on a school abuse claim she…

We win a sexual assault compensation claim against the church  While representing a client in respect of another matter, we became aware she had been sexually assaulted during her childhood. Specialist…

Sexual abuse by a teacher case study A pupil who is the victim of sexual abuse by a teacher is entitled to receive compensation from the local authority which…

Sexual abuse victim's compensation increased from £27,000 to over £181,000 after we pursue successful CICA appeal Background to the claim We were approached by a young man who had…

Criminal injuries compensation for abuse victim who made a no win, no fee claim Our client was just 15 years of age when she was abused by an older…

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority case study: CICA abuse claim time limits If you are looking for solicitors who are experienced in dealing with CICA abuse claim time limits then…

We can assist with your CICA review or appeal. For free legal guidance on making a CICA compensation claim, a CICA review or an CICA appeal, call 0808 139…

Specialist sex abuse solicitors, Slee Blackwell, win regional NSPCC Childhood Champion Award for Corporate Partner of the Year The NSPCC award recognises our ‘outstanding efforts and contribution to the…

Making a Jehovah's Witness sex abuse claim If you are thinking about making a Jehovah's Witness sex abuse claim then call our free and confidential legal helpline on 0808…

Woman who suffered sexual assault at work wins compensation claim against her employer For free legal guidance on making a sexual assault at work compensation claim call 0808 139…

Court says local authorities are legally responsible for abuse by foster parents There has been longstanding debate as to whether foster carers should be considered employees of a local…

Claiming compensation for elder abuse Elder Abuse (the abuse of elderly people) is a growing problem in today's society. As we live longer the world population is aging, with an increasingly large…

Rachel Thain, a specialist abuse lawyer, looks at child sex abuse allegations concerning the Children's Society We specialise in abuse compensation, particularly claims involving child sex abuse. If you…

Child abuse lawyer, Rachel Thain, looks at the NSPCC's latest figures on emotional abuse We specialise in child abuse compensation claims. You can call our dedicated free legal helpline on 0808 139 1597…

Claiming compensation for historic sex abuse We recently represented a client in relation to historic sex abuse he had suffered at the hands of a priest in the late 1970s. Our…

In this real life case study of abuse by a scout leader we look at how we recovered compensation for a former scout Our client was an active member…

Claiming compensation for sex abuse at school: A real life case study We recently represented a man who had suffered sexual abuse at the hands of two employees of…

Liz Duncan looks at the harm cause by serious abuse at work and how compensation may be available to victims It has been said that a person’s employment is…

Claiming compensation for family child abuse Sexual abuse in families is believed to make up two-thirds of all child sexual abuse, but these children are being let down by…

CICA abuse claims: A real life case study of an abuse claim that the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority accepted 'out of time' We are experienced in dealing with CICA abuse…

The BBC is currently airing a dramatisation of the Rochdale sexual abuse scandal in a 3 part series called 'Three Girls' If you have been the victim of a sex abuse…

This week (7 May 2017) is Mental Health Awareness Week. A new report from The Mental Health Foundation has found that nearly two thirds of us will experience problems…

Real life case study of a successful historic sex abuse claim against a Catholic Church school Rachel Thain, a leading lawyer in our specialist sex abuse team, has successfully recovered compensation for…

Assault by a university lecturer on a student Our abuse team were interested to read press coverage of an assault by a senior university lecturer on a postgraduate student.…

Underley Hall sex abuse In 2015 we published an article on this site confirming that an inquiry into claims of historic sex abuse at Underley Hall School in Cumbria…

Lawyer, Elizabeth Duncan, is dealing with Jesus Army sex abuse claims A man, who is now an OAP, was jailed for five years for sexually abusing boys at homes…

Sexual abuse by police officers We have experience of successfully recovering compensation for victims of sexual abuse by police officers. To find out where you stand give our free…

Staff at Slee Blackwell Solicitors who took part in a 24 hour cycle event for the NSPCC are celebrating raising £3,800. 28 members of staff at two different office…

Our own Liz Duncan has been featured on ITV national news about sex abuse in football and sport ITV is reporting that over 20 football players have now approached…

Claiming compensation for sex abuse in children's homes If you are looking for solicitors who are experienced in dealing with claims involving sex abuse in children's homes then call our FREE…

Historical rape case A Sussex man has been jailed for raping a 13 year old girl in the 1993. He was arrested in 2014 and was convicted on the 13th…

Our abuse team has been recommended by the independent legal guide, The Legal 500 This month has seen the publication of the latest edition of The Legal 500 and…

Compensation for school abuse Ampleforth College, an independent day and boarding school run by Benedictine monks is in the news following allegations of sex abuse. This is not the…

Care home abuse We are experienced in dealing with care home abuse cases. For expert guidance on claiming compensation on a no win, no fee basis call our free…

A clinic providing additional antenatal support for the survivors of rape and sexual assault has opened in London. The clinic will provide extra support to rape victims, recognising that…

Claiming compensation for childhood sexual abuse. We specialise in claiming compensation for childhood sexual abuse on a no win, no fee basis. For guidance call our confidential free legal…

Claiming compensation for Jehovah's Witnesses sex abuse. We are experienced in dealing with Jehovah's Witnesses sex abuse compensation claims on a no win, no fee basis. To find out where…

Sexual abuse inquiry. Our team of specialist lawyers are experienced in recovering compensation on behalf of victims of sexual abuse and can work on a No Win, No Fee…

There are press reports today (15 June 2016) that the late Sir Clement Freud is to be exposed as a sexual predator and child abuser. An ITV television documentary…

Claiming compensation for scout abuse. We are experienced in helping victims of scout abuse recover the compensation they deserve. Call us for a free case assessment and details of…

Claiming compensation for scout leader abuse. We are highly experienced in dealing with compensation claims for scout leader abuse. Call us for a free case assessment and details on…

Our very own Rachel Thain has been presented with the DASLS Legal 'Hero' of the Year Award by Joshua Rozenberg, Britain's best known legal commentator and former BBC legal correspondent. At…

The Court of Appeal has delivered a ruling on whether a local authority can be held legally liable for acts of abuse carried out by foster parents (known by…

A review has been commissioned by the Church of England to report on what the church knew about decades of sex abuse carried out by Peter Ball, the former…

A teacher has been found guilty at Exeter Crown Court of sexual assault on an 18 year old Devon school girl while purporting to give her a sports massage.…

Most sex abuse claims are settled out of court. Trials are expensive and stressful for the participants, so the parties usually negotiate a settlement. However, you cannot assume that…

A new whistle-blowing helpline has been launched, aimed at employees who have concerns about child protection issues at work. The new child abuse helpline is run for the Home…

Abuse specialist Rachel Thain reports on a successful compensation claim where we were able to overcome legal problems relating to the claimant’s delay in bringing his case We have…

Former Conservative party chairman, Grant Shapps, has resigned as International Development minister over accusations that he failed to respond to the alleged bullying of party activists. Mark Clarke, a…

Judge Lowell Goddard’s inquiry into child sexual abuse is to investigate allegations against politicians and establishment figures, as well as a variety of public institutions. The Church of England…

The Methodist Church in Britain has issued an ‘unreserved apology’ for decades of sexual abuse. An independent inquiry into complaints of physical and sexual abuse involving the Methodist Church…

Abuse lawyer Elaine Potter reports that there appears to be no let-up in the growing number of sex abuse crimes being reported. You can discuss your case with Elaine…

Drug facilitated rape, or date rape, is a sad fact of modern society. Our solicitors have experience in this area of abuse compensation and can help you make a…

Two ex-pupils of Winton House, an approved school in Hampshire, have spoken candidly to the BBC about "horrific abuse" suffered by them in the 1970s. The pair have decided…

The abuse team at Slee Blackwell are representing a number of people who were subjected to sexual abuse while under the care of the Scout Association. An increasing number…

The Care Quality Commission has issued guidance for the first time advising on the use of hidden cameras to monitor the care of people in care homes and hospitals. …

An inquiry into claims of historical physical and sexual abuse at a school in Cumbria is to be reviewed, the area’s police and crime commissioner has said.  An initial…

A brief overview of the Care Act 2014 and the Criminal Justice and Courts Bill in the context of the abuse of elderly people. Elder abuse has probably always…

The Church of England has announced that it is to finally carry out a formal review of allegations that children who were placed at Kendall House in Kent were…

Historical sexual abuse claims against the Scout Association have risen dramatically since the publicity surrounding allegations against Jimmy Saville.  The Association has admitted that between  its formation in 1907…

Significant advancements have been made in terms of the level of support and help available to victims of abuse, although there are still many areas of concern where improvements…

Abuse compensation specialists, Slee Blackwell Solicitors, recommended in the field of personal injury law by prestigious legal guide. We are pleased to announce that Slee Blackwell Solicitors, the lawyers…

When a Medical Professional abuses their position, the feeling of betrayal is all the more profound. The heartbreak experienced by a parent whose child is diagnosed with cancer is…

Former Birmingham PE teacher, Marcus Marcussen, is facing charges of sexually assaulting boys between 1957 and 1978. Mr Marcussen worked at Ilmington Road Comprehensive School in Weoley Castle, Birmingham…

Rachel Thain, member of the Association of Child Abuse Lawyers, welcomes the widespread inquiry announced recently. There are grave concerns about a Home Office cover up of reports of…

Abuse Solicitor, Nicki Cozens, Reports on the Proposed New Criminal Offence of Emotional Cruelty to Children The Government is considering whether to introduce a new criminal offence of emotional…

A public inquiry has been ordered to investigate allegations of abuse, both sexual and physical, at residential care homes run by Sisters of Nazareth nuns in Derry. Ex-residents of…

Abuse Lawyer, James McNally, on the launch of Male Survivors South West Victims of sexual abuse can find gaining access to appropriate and on going support difficult. Facing the…

A man from Devon, Tony Mitchell, is facing charges of sexually abusing children. The youth football coach, now in his 70s, has been bailed. On 11th February 2014 he…

Abuse specialist, Rachel Thain, reports on action being taken to block images of child abuse on the internet Steps to block child abuse images on the internet have been…

Just weeks after he was acquitted by a jury of charges of sexual assault and rape, Harbinder Khatkar went on a rampage, sexually assaulting a number of women over…

Over recent years the Catholic Church has become embroiled in a series of allegations of serious sexual abuse, causing the institution itself to suffer enormous damage to its credibility…

John Bidmead, a 65 year old paedophile from Devon, who was caught with what police estimate to be over one million indecent images and movies of children has pleaded…

Abuse executive, Rachel Thain, looks at how abusers often use positions of power and trust to carry out their evil deeds In cases of sexual abuse, it is common…

Abuse specialist, Rachel Thain, looks at the damage done by lyrics in popular music which glorify and trivialise rape Once again there has been controversy surrounding song lyrics which…

Abuse specialist, Rachel Thain looks at the liability of Local Authorities for ‘failure to remove’ abuse victims. There have been a number cases reported in the media over recent…

Operation Pallial: One year on Operation Pallial was launched in November 2012 with the task of investigating historical allegations of abuse involving a number of children’s homes in North…

Ex-BBC presenter Michael Souter Sent to Prison for 26 Sexual Offences Further Victims Expected to Come Forward to Claim Compensation Michael Souter has been sentenced to 22 years for…

Child abuse specialist, Rachel Thain, welcomes the publication of new guidelines for prosecutors in child abuse cases The Director of Public Prosecutions has published new guidelines for prosecutors. The…

Trainee Legal Executive, Jasmine Butler, looks at the compensation available to victims of abuse Abuse is unfortunately a stark reality for many people in Britain. Victims can be left…

Teacher convicted for historic child sex offences Our abuse lawyers highlight another case of serious sexual assault by a teacher Father of 3, Mervyn Rush, 68, has been sent…

Child Abuse in our Schools: The Victim's Perspective In the light of Mervyn Rush’s conviction in Norfolk we look at child abuse from the point of view of the…

Will car insurers compensate victims of a taxi driver who sexually assaults his passengers? -Our abuse team consider the decision in AXN & Others v John Worboys and Inceptum…

Important changes to the 2012 Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority Scheme now published A short review of the impact new Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority time limit rules will have for…

Former Somerset teacher is found guilty of sexual abuse and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment 36 year old former teacher Keith Ruby has been convicted of 16 counts of…

An interim report prepared by the Office of the Children’s Commissioner suggests that the incidence of child abuse in this country is more widespread than we feared. The report,…

Home Secretary Theresa May has announced that Keith Bristow, head of the New Crime Agency (NCA), will investigate allegations of child abuse at children's homes in North Wales dating…

Abuse lawyer, Caroline Hudson, provides an update on the sexual abuse compensation claims being made following the Jimmy Savile revelations Reports suggest that Jimmy Savile’s estate, the BBC and…

We report on another disturbing abuse case to hit the headlines in Somerset PCSO Lawrence Dunn was recently found guilty of six counts of sexual activity and two counts…

Abuse lawyer, Jenny Hall, reports on the impact of the Jimmy Savile revelations on victims of sexual abuse In the past 5 days the NSPCC has received 40 calls…

Inheritance dispute solicitor, Hayley Blyth, considers the impact the current scandal could have on Jimmy Savile's estate The last few weeks must have been very difficult for Jimmy Savile’s…

The concept of vicarious liability, the principle that a faultless defendant becomes liable for a wrongdoing committed by his employee, servant or agent, remains good law. The doctrine stems…

The Overview report following the Serious Case Review (SCR), which was commissioned by North Somerset Safeguarding Children Board (NSSCB) after the arrest of Nigel Leat in December 2010, has…

Former scout leader, David Burland, has been found guilty of 33 sexual offences against children over a 23 year period. He has now been jailed for 15 years following…

Historically, local authorities were protected by ‘immunity from suit’ in respect of  negligence claims on public policy grounds, on the basis that the risk of legal proceedings could deter…

In a landmark settlement Essex County Council has paid four siblings sexual abuse compensation totalling nearly £1m for failing to protect them from sexual abuse by their father and uncle.…

We report on the harrowing story of child abuse of young children at a North Somerset School. A school teacher has been jailed indefinitely for child abuse, Nigel Leat…

Our abuse lawyers assess the impact of four claimants winning record abuse compensation following their successful claim against a council. ABB & Others v Central Milton Keynes Council Three…

We'd look at the growing the number of child abuse claims being made against the church There can be nothing more terrifying for a child than to be abused by an…