Author name: Steplegal

If you have been injured recently in an accident for which you were not to blame, then you may have been contacted by the insurer for the person at fault to see if you would like to deal with them directly over the issue of compensation, rather than going through a solicitor. The reason for doing this, you are likely to have been told, is

Every year in Great Britain, thousands of people die from a range of cancers and diseases triggered by past exposure to asbestos and many more live with the diagnosis of an asbestos-related condition that they know may ultimately prove fatal. Exposure will usually have occurred decades ago as a result of coming into contact with asbestos in the workplace or in buildings in

Step Legal Solicitors are delighted to announce a new partnership with Crewe Alexandra Football club. The partnership will see Step Legal Solicitors become our digital media partner with their branding appearing on YouTube and social media videos produced by the Football Club. Step Legal Solicitors will also have advertising boards around the Alexandra Stadium with

As the countdown to Christmas commences, businesses up and down the country are gearing themselves up to host their annual festive get together.  But what if you attend your office party and end up getting injured?  Can you sue your employer for compensation and what happens if the injury occurs at an unofficial follow-on event? The answer to these and other frequently asked questions are

How to Claim Compensation for Psychological Injuries following an Accident If you have been involved in an accident for which someone else was to blame, and in which you were physically hurt, then you may well be contemplating making a claim for compensation.  However, did you know that you could also claim for any psychological injuries you may have suffered

This is a question we are often asked and the answer in most cases is ‘yes’ if you were not to blame. The reason for this is that the owners and occupiers of public places are under a legal obligation to ensure you are reasonably safe when visiting them, for example by instituting appropriate safeguards,

Recent court ruling means victims of road traffic accidents which occur on private land can now claim compensation from the Motor Insurers Bureau The Motor Insurers Bureau exists to provide a safety net for the victims of road traffic accidents where the driver at fault is not insured or cannot be traced. It ensures that

New rules mean unmarried partners will soon be able to claim bereavement damages as part of a personal injury claim Under current rules close relatives and anyone financially dependent on someone who has died as the result of someone else’s wrongful act, neglect or default can make a personal injury claim for compensation. However, only