5 myths about personal injury claims (part 1)
There are a lot of incorrect myths about personal injury claims, some of which may discourage victims from claiming what they are entitled to by law. Personal injury claims can be complex and at DMA Law we believe no two claims are alike. We reveal the five most common myths about personal injury claims: The myth:…
5 myths about personal injury claims (part 2)
The myth: you can’t make a claim against your employer If you are unfortunate enough to sustain an injury whilst in the course of your work and the accident was caused by the negligence of your employer, you may be considering pursuing a claim for personal injury. This will not only compensate you for the pain…
Job Opportunity: Accounts Assistant
DMA Law are looking to recruit a full-time Accounts assistant. The ideal candidate will: Responsibilities will include: For an informal discussion on the role please contact Lyn Rowe, or please submit your CV and covering letter to Mrs Lyn Rowe, Practice & Operations Manager, DMA Law, 15 Norfolk Street, Sunderland SR1 1EA email: lyn.rowe@dma-law.co.uk
Job Opportunity: Child Care/Family Secretary
DMA Law is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary at our Darlington office to support our resident Solicitor in the Child Care/Family Department. Ideally, they should have experience as follows: Preferable but not essential as training will be given: Responsibilities will include: Ideally, the candidate should have a minimum of two years’ experience as a…
DMA Law, Sunderland: Receptionist/Administrator required.
We are looking for a person who can work under pressure as well as being extremely organised. Salary: Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. Receptionist/Administrator Requirements Receptionist/Administrator Responsibilities To apply please submit a full CV, in writing to Denise Cowley, DMA Law Limited, 26 Frederick Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear. SR1 1LT or email Denise.cowley@dma-law.co.uk…
How can I transfer assets to my grandchildren?
Recent years have seen an increase in grandparents caring for their grandchildren, helping at home and helping with school fees. So, it’s no surprise that many grandparents wish to leave their assets to a grandchild or grandchildren, rather than their children. But how can you transfer your assets to your grandchildren? Lifetime transfer of assets is…
We are divorcing: who gets the family home?
The family home is typically considered to be one of the most important assets in many divorces. Although the family home is a special and sensitive matter, any negotiations in relation to the family home depend on each case. Questions about a jointly-owned property are some of the most common questions that our lawyers get asked…
The housing market is slow – but is this a good time to remortgage
At the start of August 2019, the UK housing market was at its weakest point since the global financial crisis a decade ago. It seems that there is a level of uncertainty in the market, due in some part to people waiting to see what is going to happen with Brexit. Predictions that property values could be affected are…
Latest workplace fatality figures
Last month, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) released its annual figures for work-related fatal injuries in the years 2018 and 2019. The data revealed some interesting statistics on workplace injuries with 147 workers fatally injured in 2018/2019. Although the total of 147 fatal injuries represents a slight increase from 2017/2018, in statistical terms, the…
Job Opportunity: Accounts Assistant
Job Title: Accounts AssistantLocation: SunderlandSalary: Depending on experienceHours: Monday to Friday – 35 hours per weekBasis: PermanentStart Date: ASAP DMA Law is looking to recruit a full-time Accounts Assistant. The ideal candidate will: Responsibilities will include: Please submit CV’s and covering letter to: Mrs Lyn Rowe, Practice & Operations Manager, DMA Law, 15 Norfolk Street, Sunderland SR1 1EA or email: lyn.rowe@dma-law.co.uk