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    Sexual Abuse Claims

    We understand the sensitive nature of these types of claim and the emotional and psychological impact they have upon victims and their families.

    We ensure such claims are dealt with compassionately and professionally with appropriate care and understanding, as required. We ensure suitable rehabilitation treatment is provided where appropriate.

    The age of consent to any form of sexual activity is 16.

    It is an offence for anybody over the age of 18 to have sexual activity with someone under the age of 18 if the older person has a position of trust such as a school teacher.

    Trespass to the person

    Deliberate sexual abuse will constitute trespass to the person. The definition of trespass to a person is:

    • Assault—where the perpetrator acts in such a way to cause the claimant to believe that they are about to be attacked.
    • Battery—the perpetrator intentionally and directly uses physical force.
    • False imprisonment—where the victim is deprived of their freedom of movement without lawful justification.

    Most of these assaults take place a long time ago, which can result in bringing a claim very complex. For this reason it is vitally important that you do not delay in instructing a specialist lawyer to make sure your claim is brought properly and in time.

    Rape

    Sexual activity with another person without their consent constitutes rape and amounts to trespass to the person. You can make a civil claim against the person who carried out the trespass. In the extreme High Court decision of BJM v Eyre and others a claimant who suffered prolonged sexual abuse which forced him into prostitution was awarded over £200,000 in damages.

    You may also make a Criminal Injuries Compensation Claim if you suffer injury (physical or psychological) as a victim of a crime.

    If you wish to bring a claim then please act fast and contact us for a FREE initial consultation.

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    Chris Tagg
    Associate Solicitor / Head of Dispute Resolution Department
    Exeter
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    Rebekah Baty
    Associate / Senior Litigator
    Exeter
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    Zoe Lawden
    Paralegal
    Exeter
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    Personal Injury

    Our specialist personal injury team pride themselves in providing a caring, understanding and professional service to those unfortunate enough to be injured. We know all too well that injuries affect both a client and their family.

    Accidents at Work

    An employer is under a duty to take reasonable care of its employees’ health and safety and has a duty to ensure the safety of its employees. This requires the employer to assess the potential risk of injury against the harm it would cause to employees and the cost of putting safety precautions in place. To satisfy their duty an employer must generally provide:

    Brain Injuries

    Our specialist team takes pride in dealing with severe head injuries and brain injury cases with care and professionalism. We are very aware of the burden these claims place upon an injured person’s family.

    Catastrophic Injuries

    Our specialist team takes pride in dealing with very serious injury cases with care and professionalism. We are very aware of the burden these claims place upon an injured person’s family. Serious injuries could include:

    Children's Injuries

    Claims can be brought by children for injuries they sustain. Most common child injuries occur in:

    Cosmetic injury claims

    Regrettably, many cosmetic treatments go wrong, which most commonly result in hair loss, problems with sight, scarring, embarrassment and on occasion, significant pain and discomfort. The type of industry these injuries most commonly occur in are Beauty therapy treatment such as chemical hair removal, hairdressers, laser hair removal, piercings and tattoos.

    Criminal Injury

    You can claim compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) if you have been physically or psychologically injured as a result of an act of violent crime.

    Fatal Accidents

    It is possible to bring a claim for compensation arising out of a wrongful act that causes the death of a spouse or family member.

    Fatal injury claims

    QualitySolicitors can advise you how to seek compensation when a fatal injury has been caused by the negligence of another person or company.

    Injuries Caused by Animals

    If you have sustained injuries caused by an animal then you may be able to bring a claim for compensation under the Animals Act 1971.

    Inquests

    An inquest in to a fatal injury caused by some form of negligence can be a traumatic experience. Dunn & Baker Solicitors can advise you how to seek compensation depending on the decision of the inquest.

    Life-changing injuries

    Seeking compensation for an injury that has life changing consequences is where QualitySolicitors can help. With some of the best lawyers in the UK we advise on how to make a claim.

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    Road Traffic Accidents

    A road user owes a duty to take reasonable care to avoid doing or omitting to do anything that they can reasonably foresee would cause injury to others. The duty requires a road user to drive with ordinary care and skill, i.e. the care and skill of the average motorist.

    Road Traffic Accidents

    A road user owes a duty to take reasonable care to avoid doing or omitting to do anything that they can reasonably foresee would cause injury to others. The duty requires a road user to drive with ordinary care and skill, ie the care and skill of the average motorist.

    Sexual Abuse Claims

    We understand the sensitive nature of these types of claim and the emotional and psychological impact they have upon victims and their families.

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    Trips, Slips and Falls

    The starting point when bringing a claim for a slip, trip or fall is to identify where the accident occurred.

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    Work place injuries and disease

    Having an accident at work may show that your employer has failed to carry out their responsibilities properly. QualitySolicitors can help you with a claim if health and safety laws have not been followed.

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    Why Dunn & Baker Solicitors?

    Dunn & Baker Solicitors are part of the QualitySolicitors Network which is the largest network of law firms in the UK, with firms spanning the whole of England and Wales and customer service at the heart of what they do.

    We are dedicated to providing the highest quality legal advice and expertise for our clients in a way that friendly, accessible and clear-talking.