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Famous Artist Finally Receives Redress For Years Of Abuse

Tuesday, 05 June 2018 by
Lemn Sissay was finally rewarded compensation following a two year court dispute with a local council. During his time at Wood End Assessment Centre for children, he was physically abused, and as an adult sought compensation for his harrowing experience. Peter Garsden, Head of Abuse Claims, explains the story. The Lemn Sissay Story Lemn Sissay
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How Could Brexit Affect Those Who Are Most Vulnerable?

Wednesday, 10 January 2018 by
Abuse compensation after Brexit
A recent judge ruling has highlighted the issues that Brexit may hold for those who have suffered abuse whilst in care. The judgement from Lord Justice Davis has angered abuse survivors and stressed a vulnerability post-Brexit. Lead Abuse solicitor, Peter Garsden, explains the ruling and investigates the potential effects of Brexit on those who have
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Is The Campaign To Discredit Abuse Victims Fair Or Realistic?

Monday, 23 October 2017 by
Abuse victim
Over the last 23 years of acting for the child abuse victims, which is an emotional subject by definition, I have seen the pendulum swing in their favour and beyond, then against them at least twice. Whilst it is important to hear both sides of the argument, it is also essential to protect the rights
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Simpson Millar solicitors secures compensation for client abused by Retired policeman Jeffrey Lake

Wednesday, 27 September 2017 by
Compensation
Child Abuse Solicitor Peter Garsden of national law firm Simpson Millar has secured £500,000 in compensation for his client, a 61 year old female who as a child endured many years of sexual and physical abuse. The case was heard against convicted child abuser Jeffrey Lake at Burnley Crown Court on 7th September 2017.  The
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Child Abuse Survivors Denied Compensation Because ‘They Consented’

Wednesday, 23 August 2017 by
According to law, the legal age of consent for sexual intercourse is 16. Despite this, 700 cases of child sex abuse brought to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) have been denied compensation as they are said to have ‘given consent’ to the sexual activities. Specialist  Child Abuse solicitor, Peter Garsden, investigates the legal loophole
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Operation Hydrant Continue To Receive New Football Abuse Referrals

Thursday, 13 April 2017 by
Operation Hydrant, the specialist unit set up to investigate allegations of child abuse at football clubs, continues to receive new referrals as the extent of the scandal continues to grow. Since former footballer Andy Woodward came forward and disclosed the abuse he suffered as a young footballer at the hands of a coach, Operation Hydrant
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New Campaign Calls For Establishment Of Compensation Fund For Football Abuse Survivors

Thursday, 23 March 2017 by
Football Abuse
Following his call for the FA to support smaller clubs that may not have the resources to cover compensation claims for historic abuse, Peter Garsden – President of the Association of Child Abuse Lawyers – has established a petition to broaden the reach of his appeal. The petition calls on the FA and its membership
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Leading Abuse Lawyer Calls on FA to Support Clubs Caught up in Allegations

Thursday, 09 March 2017 by
Speaking after former football coach Barry Bennell was charged with eight further counts of non-recent child sexual abuse, leading child abuse lawyer Peter Garsden – who is head of one of the country’s largest specialist abuse departments at Simpson Millar LLP – is calling for the FA to offer clubs indemnity to ensure that abuse
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Should “Gagging” Clauses be made illegal in abuse cases?

Monday, 05 December 2016 by
Confidentiality agreements
The story concerning the pressure exerted by Chelsea Football Club in asking Gary Johnson to sign a confidentiality agreement before they would pay him £50,000 in compensation for abuse which he suffered at the hands of the deceased Eddie Heath, his former coach, has sparked controversy both in the worlds of football and law. I
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Child abuse solicitor secures maximum £500K Government payout

Thursday, 12 May 2016 by
Deborah Corcoran
Child abuse solicitor, Deborah Corcoran of Simpson Millar has secured £500,000 under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme, the maximum amount that can be awarded under the scheme. The award has been made to her client, a 32 year old female who as a child endured many years of sexual and physical abuse by her father. 
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