Monthly Archives: March 2008

Haut de la Garenne – BBC Panorama

March 31, 2008

I thought that the BBC’s Panorama this evening was excellent. It threw light on the very pertinent questions that need to be answered and in, particular, how could the abuse have continued for so long? My investigations continue, and if you … Continue reading →

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Haut de la Garenne – Public Enquiry

It must be welcome news that there will be a public enquiry in to the Haut de la Garenne case. I trust though that it will be wide ranging in scope and that the victims will be given the opportunity … Continue reading →

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Haut de la Garenne – Australia

March 28, 2008

I shall be visting Australia shortly to take statements from witnesses. If there is anyone else who is willing to speak or wishes to see me please get in touch so that I can make the neccessary arrangements. Alan Collins

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Finding a Lawyer for Child Abuse Cases

March 25, 2008

It is not always easy to find a lawyer to take on a child abuse case. It is very specialised work, and to be frank it is not everyones’ cup of tea. At Dyer Burdett & Co we take on … Continue reading →

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Haut de la Garenne Solicitors

March 20, 2008

I have teamed up with Mark Temple who is an advocate at Ozannes in St. Helier to provide those victims who want it, legal advice and assistance. If you are a Haut de la Garenne victim and would like to … Continue reading →

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Victims of Sex Abuse: Rights

March 18, 2008

Victims of sex abuse have rights. They had a right in the first place not to be abused. It is a criminal offence to assault another person (adult or child). It is also a civil wrong which means that the … Continue reading →

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Haut de la Garenne: Press Statement

March 15, 2008

This is the press statement given by Dyer Burdett & Co and Ozannes on 14th March 2008: Jersey Advocates Ozannes have joined forces with English Solicitors Dyer Burdett & Co to advise and assist persons who suffered abuse at the … Continue reading →

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Haut de la Garenne Press Conference

March 14, 2008

Today I attended a press conference with Mark Temple of Ozannes, at their offices, in St. Helier to explain why we wanted to talk to the media about Haut de la Garenne. It was attended by representatives from the BBC, … Continue reading →

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How difficult is it to prove child sex abuse?

In my experience to prove child sex abuse you need: 1. A clear account from the victim of what happened. The victim no matter how traumatic the experience of telling the story must give a credible account of the abuse; … Continue reading →

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Sexual abuse claims

March 11, 2008

In my experience it is only in the last ten years or so that we have really woken-up to that taboo subject of sexual abuse and the fact that victims are entitled to be compensated. The taboo is being gradually … Continue reading →

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