Ashton Morton Slack Newsroom

Ashton Morton Slack boosts Sheffield Professional Sector

Simon — Thu, 08 May 2008 14:26:46 +0100

The Sheffield Professional Sector continues to strengthen their position in challenging Leeds' traditional regional dominance, as local law firm Ashton Morton Slack welcome some key solicitors to the firm.

Remember the dead and fight for the living

Lisa Cooke — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:33:00 +0100

On Monday 28^th April The Sheffield Workers' Memorial Day Ceremony was held at the Worker's Memorial Tree at Town Hall Square in Sheffield.

The event was organised by The Sheffield Trades Union Counsel and the theme for the day was "Promoting Good Occupational Health For All Workers".

China rail crash tragedy, analysis from travel litigation specialists in Sheffield Yorkshire

Lisa Cooke — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:17:00 +0100

In the early hours of Sunday morning, two passenger trains in China collided, killing 66 people and causing injury to 400 people, 70 of which are critical.

Plane crashes in Goma

Lisa Cooke — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:17:00 +0100

A Congolese plane has crashed whilst attempting to take off from Goma, killing more than 30 people. The accident happened in a busy residential area. Fortunately plane accidents of this magnitude are an extremely rare occurance, however still devestating for all those involved.

Rock climber seriously injured in fall

Lisa Cooke — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:30:00 +0100

A climber has been seriously injured after falling 50 feet whilst rock climbing on holiday in Dartmoor. He was airlifted to hospital where he remains in a critical condition.

Outdoor pursuit holidays are extremely popular in the UK however by their very nature carry their own risks and hazards.

Bacteria causing Legionnaires' Disease found at Resort

Lisa Cooke — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 10:15:00 +0100

Bacteria causing Legionnaires' Disease found at Piperdam Golf and Leisure Resort

The bacteria which can cause Legionnaires' Disease has been found in a shower head and a hot tub at the Piperdam Golf and Leisure Resort in Tayside, Scotland.

Food additive leaves a bitter taste

Built-in Administration account — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:45:32 +0100

The United States government’s National Institute for Safety and Health (NOISH) has warned of the potential danger of exposure to diacetyl, a food flavouring found in brand name products present in most UK kitchens.

Teacher wins unfair dismissal case against school

Lisa Cooke — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:09:00 +0100

A teacher from West London was ruled to be dismissed unfairly after he was sacked for claiming pupils were cheating.

Compensation for crash victims

Simon — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:01:00 +0100

On September 3^rd 2007 people were shocked to hear of a coach crash at the M1 Newport Pagnell Service Station. The incident particularly stood out in the media because there were so many people injured and no other vehicle or party was involved.

Sheffield Solicitors make the final

Lisa Cooke — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 09:25:00 +0100

With their eyes on the goal, local football team Ecclesia have made it to the Cup Final of the Bell and Buxton Sheffield and District Fair Play League (SDFPL). Ashton Morton Slack are proud to support the hopefuls as two of their experts are part of the Ecclesia team.

Tragedy in Ecuador

Lisa Cooke — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:48:00 +0100

The events of Saturday's tragedy in Ecuador have once again brought home the risks of travelling by road abroad.

Changes in the sexual discrimination act could prove costly for employers

Lisa Cooke — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:43:00 +0100

From overhearing a sexist joke to having a sexually explicit calendar the changes in the sexual harassment law may mean that employers face large compensation claims.

Kylie’s Breast Cancer Misdiagnosed

Simon — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 09:02:22 +0100

Kylie Minogue recently revealed that she was initially misdiagnosed and her first doctor failed to diagnose her condition.

Social Care worker Stabbing

Simon — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:21:35 +0100

The sad case of care worker Philip Ellison 47 stabbed to death whilst attending a customer at his home in the Fulwood area of Preston highlights the danger to Care workers and all those who work alone without direct supervision.

Liverpool girl's 100ft fall from Primark escalator

Simon — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 11:03:49 +0100

A 3 year old girl remains seriously ill in hospital in Liverpool after falling 100ft from an escalator in a Primark store in the city.

Ashton Morton Slack keep their hats on for Headway!

Lisa Cooke — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:00:00 +0100

From hard hats to bowler hats and beanie hats to cowboy hats the offices at Ashton Morton Slack were brightened up today with an array of headgear not seen since the Village People last toured South Yorkshire!

Beneath the dubious headgear lay a serious message however as staff from the law firm set out to raise awareness

Welsh Health Board U-turn on Cancer Drug Funding

Simon — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:43:51 +0100

A Welsh Health Board today reversed its position on cancer drug funding for kidney cancer patient Jocelyn Hall. The climb down followed preliminary steps towards judicial review of a two year refusal of funding.

Jet Crash at Farnborough in Kent

Simon — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 09:11:43 +0100

The Cessna Jet crash on Sunday 30 March which killed all 5 people on board has been a shocking event. It seems the plane began to experience problems soon after taking off from Biggin Hill Airport, and a crash was unavoidable.

Action for Brain Injury Week 31 March - 6 April 2008

Lisa Cooke — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:40:00 +0100

Today sees the launch of the 2008, Action for Brain Injury Week (ABI Week). The awareness campaign organised by Headway, the brain injury association takes place from 31 March to 6 April 2008.

Baggage Problems at Terminal 5, Heathrow

Simon — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:09:59 +0000

Since the opening of the new Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport, there seems to have been a number of problems with delays, cancellations, and the baggage handling system.