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Headley Court Veterans’ Orthopaedic Centre – bespoke care for veterans

A fantastic new orthopaedic centre has opened in Oswestry onsite at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH). Funded by the Headley Court…

By Victoria Moore
BBK hosts Women in Defence Parliamentary Reception ahead of Armed Forces Day

Last week, Bolt Burdon Kemp (BBK) proudly sponsored its first Parliamentary reception supporting the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Women in Defence. We all recognise…

By Ahmed Al-Nahhas
Press release on behalf of the Estate of Olivia Perks and Louise Townsend

The maternal family of Olivia welcome the findings of the Coroner’s Inquest into her tragic and unnecessary death. The last four years have been the hardest…

By Ahmed Al-Nahhas
BBK responds to military rape and sexual assault jurisdiction consultation

Last month, and somewhat under the radar, the Ministry Of Defence (MOD) released their annual figures on sexual offenses committed by those subject to Service…

By Ahmed Al-Nahhas
New figures reveal a 43% rise in military sexual offences

New figures published by the MOD show a 43% increase in military sexual offence investigations in the last year, with the number of investigations increasing…

By Claire Withey
What can I do if I am not happy with the solicitor acting in my…

It can be a difficult decision to take the step of instructing a solicitor and pursuing a claim in any situation. This is particularly true…

By Hannah Swarbrick
Wigston’s response to inappropriate behaviour in the Red Arrows

This week, Air Chief Marshall Sir Mike Wigston told a defence select committee hearing that he was “appalled” by inappropriate behaviour in the Red Arrows…

By Gaggan Mawi
How to prevent a head injury this ski season

As we enter the winter season, I’m sure many of you reading this are getting yourselves ready for a ski trip. I am fortunate enough…

By Siobhan Rochford
Olivia Perks Inquest

I have the privilege of acting for and representing the maternal family of Olivia Perks.  At the time of her death, Olivia was training as…

By Victoria Sedgwick
Shocking figures on sexual assault in the military

Over the past month we have seen several reports revealing alarming numbers of sexual assault in the Armed Forces. According to figures, one in ten…

By Siobhan Rochford
Loss of a loved one in service

When someone passes away due to negligence there are a number of different claims that can be brought depending on the situation. I will be…

By Victoria Sedgwick
Bullying, harassment and sexual assault in the Red Arrows

The RAF is reeling from embarrassing revelations today that more than 40 personnel, including young female recruits, have provided evidence of alleged toxic behaviour in…

By Ahmed Al-Nahhas
AFCS or a civil claim: which route is right for me?

At BBK we often get enquiries from Service personnel and veterans asking how to go about claiming for an injury that they have suffered. Here…

By Ahmed Al-Nahhas
What is Post-Concussion Syndrome?

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that affects brain function. Experts at the University of Birmingham have found that it accounts for 1.2 million…

By Siobhan Rochford
‘My Forces Life’ writing competition – winners announced

In February 2022 Reading Force launched a seven week writing competition, which was open to all ages and for anyone who had a connection to…

By Victoria Sedgwick
Speak Out: Sexual Harassment in the Army

The Army’s Sexual Harassment 2021 Report, which surveyed 4,751 service personnel, has now been published.   Although the overall percentage reporting sexual harassment in the Army…

By Claire Withey
Pain associated with Spinal Injuries

Many of our clients who are military personnel and veterans who have suffered with spinal injuries or spinal cord injuries (‘SI’ or ‘SCI’) also suffer…

By Marie-Joelle Theanne
What is Cauda Equina Syndrome?

Cauda Equina Syndrome or CES is where all of the nerves in the lower back suddenly become severely compressed.  It is a neurosurgical and spinal…

By Amira Dabbous
What is compartment syndrome?

Compartment syndrome is a pain condition involving swelling within muscle compartments. It occurs when there is an increase in pressure within an enclosed compartment of…

By Bolt Burdon Kemp
Adjustment disorder and depression: what are they and what can I do about them?

The stigma surrounding mental health is reducing, and people are becoming more aware of psychiatric conditions and how to treat them. However, despite this increased…

By Phoebe Newell
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