Famous Artist Finally Receives Redress For Years Of Abuse
Tuesday, 05 June 2018
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
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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Simpson Millar solicitors secures compensation for client abused by Retired policeman Jeffrey Lake
Wednesday, 27 September 2017
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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Operation Hydrant Continue To Receive New Football Abuse Referrals
Thursday, 13 April 2017
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
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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Should “Gagging” Clauses be made illegal in abuse cases?
Monday, 05 December 2016
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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