Where can I legally place a sat nav in my car?
Sat navs have become essential for most drivers, whether to use for finding your way around the city or for summer trips exploring the coast. However, there seems to be a lot of confusion amongst drivers about where they should legally be placed in their cars. The windscreen is the usual spot for most drivers…
Stay Alert: UK Road Safety at risk from post-lockdown
Police and councillors are calling for post-lockdown road safety and for all road users to take extra care as roads begin to get busier again. Image from roadsafetygb.org.uk From June 1st many restrictions have been eased, people can travel to their work if they are unable to work from home, some schools have reopened, exercising outdoors can…
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…
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…
Natasha’s law: the new food allergy law
Following the tragic death of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, the 15-year-old who died after suffering an allergic reaction to a Pret a Manger baguette, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs will be bringing a new law to strengthen allergen labelling rules. The new legislation will require all pre-packed food to include a full list of…
Summer is here – but is it legal to drive in flip flops?
As temperatures start to climb flip flops become part of our everyday outfit but unfortunately, there is a lot of uncertainty on whether it is legal or not to wear flip flops while driving. In the UK driving barefoot or with flip-flops isn’t illegal, but there is a proviso: you can only drive if you…
Can I claim for an accident at work?
Unfortunately, accidents at work do happen and injuries in a work environment can range from a scratch to broken bones, burns and sometimes, sadly, fatalities. It’s not only the physical distress, but a work accident can also cause medical expenses and reduce your income. Work accidents can have long-lasting consequences on your quality of life…
Motorcycle safety: what to wear
April can only mean spring, warmer weather and motorcycle riding time is here. As the weather improves the number of bikers on the road increases – but that also increases the number of accidents. After waiting through what seemed as the longest winter, it’s finally time to get your motorcycle back on the road. However,…
What do you do after a car accident?
Nobody wants to think about it, but accidents happen and it’s important to know what to do if you are in one. At DMA Law we deal with countless cases involving people and families who have had their lives disrupted by RTAs. At best, it can be a huge inconvenience, involving the loss of a…