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Haut de la Garenne – Press Release

Proceedings have been issued in the High Court in London against the States of Jersey in relation to the claims for compensation that are being pursued by the victims of alleged physical and sexual abuse at the Jersey children’s home, … Continue reading

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Dalesdown Preparatory School

We seem to be receiving further information and contact from former pupils of Dalesdown Preparatory School.  This is due to us acting for victims of Derek Slade who resided at Duncan Hall School and St George’s School. We are keen … Continue reading

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Scotland review the Law in relation to compensation

The Scottish Government have been in discussions over amending the law to provide easier access to compensation claims for victims of childhood sexual abuse.  It is clear that they have realised that the strict limitation on bringing an action may … Continue reading

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Damages awarded in sexual assault case

BBC News has reported today on the recent case won by Alan Collins a Solicitor-Advocate for Verisona for the claimant in a historic abuse case. Click the link below for further details: BBC News Report Alan Collins also features on BBC Radio … Continue reading

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Frances Pochin House, Southport

We act for a former resident of Frances Pochin House in Southport and seek other former residents of the house circa 1950′s and 1960′s.  We are aware that in 1947 toddlers from Victoria Home in Formby were transferred to Frances Pochin … Continue reading

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Raggett

The recent Court of Appeal decision in Raggett demonstrates for me the need to ensure that you have good and sound evidence if you are to successfully pursue a sexual abuse claim. Preperation and research are vital. I have found … Continue reading

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Haut de la Garenne – an update

HAUT DE LA GARENNE I am of the opinion that Gordon Wateridge’s conviction and sentence is a significant step forward for those Haut de la Garenne victims seeking compensation for the abuse they suffered. There has been plenty of coverage … Continue reading

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Haut de la Garenne

PRESS RELEASE – Haut de la Garenne Jersey abuse case solicitor says sentence is vindication for victims. Haut de la Garenne victims’ solicitor speaks out on the Gordon Wateridge conviction. Alan Collins, Solicitor-Advocate of Portsmouth-based law firm, Verisona, who is … Continue reading

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