If you have been hurt in an accident that was not your fault then you may be entitled to claim compensation.  The best way to ensure that you receive the full amount that you are owed is to employ a solicitor who specialises in personal injury claims. But that then raises the question of what… Continue reading How Do I Choose A Personal Injury Lawyer

Some of the most common injuries that we are asked to claim compensation for involve the lower leg, the ankle or the foot.  Sometimes the injuries that have been sustained are only minor, like a sprain caused by an awkward fall at work or cuts and puncture wounds caused by stepping on broken glass at… Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions About Claiming Compensation For A Lower Leg, Ankle or Foot Injury

Step Legal Solicitors have opened a new office in Hanley on 1st October 2021.  The firm’s second office will be based at 1 Ridgehouse Drive on the main access road into Festival Park and will offer a range of competitively priced services to meet the needs of those living in and around the local area.  Announcing… Continue reading Step Legal Solicitors have opened a new office in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

Did you know that if you are making a personal injury claim, or a claim for medical negligence, then it may be possible for us to help you get financial support while you wait for your claim to be processed?  This can be done by requesting that the person to blame for your accident makes… Continue reading Can I Get An Interim Payment While I Wait For My Injury Claim To Be Settled?

If you have been injured in an accident, then the road to recovery can be a long one.  This is particularly true where your injuries are life changing, or where you will need ongoing treatment and support to aid your recovery or to help you regain independence. While most people understand the vital role that… Continue reading Personal Injury Rehabilitation: How we can help you to get better, faster

On 14 April 2020, we took our first steps towards becoming a full service law firm by launching a new residential conveyancing department.  It was a big risk for us, as we had just entered the first national lockdown and the housing market had come to a virtual standstill because of Covid restrictions.  Despite this,… Continue reading Step Legal’s Conveyancing Team Continues To Go From Strength To Strength!

If you plan to use the festive break to hunt for a new home, then you might also want to spend some time looking for a conveyancer to help you move once you are ready.  There are a lot of providers to choose from, but as everyone offers something slightly different here are our top tips for… Continue reading New Year, New Home?

If you rent your home from a private landlord or social housing provider, then they will be under an obligation to ensure that all gas fittings in the property you occupy are regularly inspected and maintained in a safe condition.  If they fail to do this, and as a result a gas explosion occurs in… Continue reading Liability For A Gas Explosion In Rented Property – Why Clarity Is Needed On The Law

If you are planning to buy a new home, then as well as finding the property of your dreams you will also need to take care of a few practical things to ensure that your purchase goes smoothly. This starts with finding a good conveyancer who can handle the legal side of things and get… Continue reading Homebuyers Checklist

This is a question that is frequently asked on internet search sites, and the answer is ‘yes, definitely’, you should speak to a solicitor before buying a property at auction. The reason for this is simple: as soon as the hammer falls on your bid, you will be legally bound to purchase the property (whatever its… Continue reading Do I Need To Speak To A Solicitor Before Buying A Property At Auction?