Slater and Gordon Lawyers - UK

03/09/2026

Did you work at Lune Mills in Lancaster during the 1960s, or know someone who did?

The family of Carnforth man, Tony Allen, are appealing for former colleagues to come forward with information about working conditions at Jas Williamson & Son and Nairn-Williamson Ltd.

Tony died from mesothelioma, an asbestos-related cancer, in 2025. His family are is now seeking information from anyone who remembers the factory, industrial ovens, maintenance work, or asbestos use at the site.

Even small details could help.

Read more here: https://www.lep.co.uk/news/it-came-completely-out-of-blue-and-was-an-utter-shock-appeal-after-lancashire-mans-asbestos-related-death-8954170

Please share, particularly if you have connections to Lancaster, Carnforth, Morecambe or former Lune Mills workers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact David Dunne at Slater and Gordon by email at [email protected] or by calling 0330 995 5736. Alternatively, they can contact Amy-J Butcher at [email protected] or on 0330 995 6160.

If you worked in this Lancashire factory back in the 1960s, you may be able to help a grieving family.

02/09/2026

A pothole might be annoying in a car, but on a bike or motorbike it can be dangerous.

They are hard to spot until you are close, and on two wheels there is not much room to recover. Even a driver swerving around one can create risk for someone else on the road.

Our survey found that 65% of people said poor road conditions made them feel unsafe, and half had changed the way they drive because of them.

That says a lot. Potholes are not just a repair issue. They affect how safe people feel, how they drive and how much risk they face on everyday roads.

Filling a pothole may keep the road usable for now, but safer roads need safer surfaces too.

01/09/2026

If your breast cancer care through County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust happened before 2023, you may be wondering whether your concerns still matter.

They do.

The date of your care should not stop you from seeking advice if you believe something may have gone wrong, or if you have unanswered questions about diagnosis, treatment, surgery or follow-up care.

For some women, concerns only become clearer with time. For others, recent information about the breast cancer service review may have raised new questions about what happened to them.

If you’re unsure, a confidential conversation can help you understand whether your experience should be looked at more closely.

31/08/2026

Injured at your hotel while on holiday?

Many people assume they would need to claim against the hotel itself, but that's not always the case.

In this video, our travel litigation solicitor Hannah explains that if you've booked a package holiday, a claim can often be photos pursued against the UK tour operator instead.

If an accident happens: 📸 Take of the hazard 📝 Report the accident 🏥 Seek medical attention and keep records.

27/08/2026

Most people don't realise this... ✈️

If you're seriously injured on a flight, whether it's from falling baggage, severe turbulence, a hot drink spill or another onboard accident, you may have legal options available.

Our travel litigation solicitor Hannah explains that injuries during air travel aren't always just bad luck, and in some circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation.

27/08/2026

The recent BBC documentary Buried with Michael Sheen has sparked an important conversation about Wales' toxic waste legacy and the people who have spent years, and in some cases decades, searching for answers.

As more individuals come forward to share their experiences, questions continue to be asked about historic contamination, what was known at the time, and the potential long-term impact on workers, families and local communities.

Slater and Gordon industrial disease specialist John Browne explains that while these cases can be complex, particularly when many years have passed, scientific, medical and forensic evidence can help uncover the facts and provide a greater understanding of what happened to those affected.

Read more here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c07r2l7rjpko

26/08/2026

If you’re still receiving treatment or follow-up care, you may feel nervous about asking legal questions, but speaking to a medical negligence solicitor should not affect the NHS care or treatment you receive going forward.

Seeking advice is about understanding what happened in the past, whether your care met the right standard, and whether you may be entitled to answers.

Your health remains the priority.

If you’re concerned about breast cancer care linked to County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, you can ask questions privately and at your own pace.

25/08/2026

Country roads can feel calmer than motorways, but that does not always mean they are safer.

Our research shows that rural roads carry more fatal risk than traffic levels alone would suggest.

The difference is often in the road itself. A sharp bend, hidden junction, narrow verge, tree-lined edge or ditch close to the carriageway can leave very little room to recover from a mistake.

Motorways are designed with more built-in protection, from central reservations to wider recovery space. Many rural roads have a much smaller margin for error.

Less traffic does not always mean less risk.

24/08/2026

Injured in a road traffic accident while abroad? 🚗

Who may be responsible can depend on how the accident happened and whether your transfer was booked as part of a package holiday.

In this video, our travel litigation solicitor Hannah explains when a claim may be brought against a UK tour operator and when it may need to be pursued against a third party’s insurer.

22/08/2026

Injured abroad and not sure whether you should contact your travel insurer or a solicitor? 🌍

You're not alone - it's one of the most common questions our team hears.

In this video, Hannah from our Travel Litigation team explains the difference between travel insurance and a legal claim, and why they can sometimes work alongside each other.

Watch Hannah break it down. ✈️