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Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice hub
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a devastating impact on families, health and employment.
Now, as the economy reopens and job uncertainty is at an all-time high, we are here, as we’ve always been, to offer practical advice and support to those who have suffered injustice or injury.
We will continue to keep you up-to-date with changes in law and our experts are here to help if you have questions about your rights or if you have a claim, whether as a result of the pandemic or not.
Supporting you throughout the pandemic
We have been working hard to support our clients throughout the pandemic and remote working has proved to be no barrier to successfully pursuing claims. Click below to understand how we can help you make a claim.
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Workplace COVID-19 questionnaire for UNISON members
UNISON members can now complete the workplace COVID-19 questionnaire to help us work out where exposure has occurred and how employers responded.
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Non-COVID-19 personal injury claims
If you've had an injury in the last three years, you may be able to make a claim. Our personal injury experts are here to support you with your claim throughout the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis and are working hard to minimise delays.
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Weekly Issue 873
- New Accountability Measures for NHS Trust Leaders in Failing Hospitals
- Case Summary: National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers & Another v Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Executive t/a Nexus [2024] UKSC 37
- Case Summary: Gallagher v McKinnon’s Auto and Tyres Ltd [2024] EAT 174
Weekly Issue 872
- Government Takes Action to Curb Tax Avoidance by Umbrella Companies
- Case study: Dr. Nigel MacLennan v The British Psychological Society (BPS) – Whistleblowing Rights of Charity Trustees
- Case Study: Miss T Amber v West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS)
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News on the wider impact of coronavirus (COVID-19)
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak may have affected everyday life as we know it, but we are still standing up for you and fighting for justice for the injured. Here, we share the latest news and advice relating to personal injury claims, accidents at work and employment matters during lockdown.
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Supporting pregnant workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
​Thompsons comments on success in right to picket case​
Increasing delays in employment tribunals is starting to look like a postcode lottery
Redundancy advice: understanding your rights​
WHEN THE WORST HAPPENS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DESERVE THE BEST SUPPORT AVAILABLE
Thompsons has some of the most experienced serious injury lawyers in the UK ready to step in to support you and your family when you need it most.
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TRADE UNION MEMBERSHIP IS KEY IN TURBULENT TIMES
Tom Jones, head of policy at Thompsons Solicitors, explains why trade union membership is even more relevant in light of the uncertainties brought about by coronavirus (COVID-19).
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SEEKING JUSTICE FOR ASBESTOS CLIENTS IN THIS TIME OF CRISIS
We may be working from home, but our dedicated asbestos team remains committed to fighting for justice for victims of asbestos and their families.
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