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When Roberts -v- Johnstone shuts the door on property: The advent of periodical payments, with reduced lump sums, has brought accommodation claims into sharper focus. In cases where life expectancy is short, the problem is particularly acute, since the Roberts -v- Johnstone calculation yields little by way of damages compared to the capital required. The problem is aggravated in cases where the Claimant lives in an area of high property prices. The case of Ryan St George -v- The Home Office illustrates both the problem and a solution. Find out more, please look at our NEWS page.

Briefing Note: Future Care Green Paper (3.9.09)

The Government Green Paper on the Future of Care in England and Wales was published on 14th July 2009.  At the same time the Government announced a consultation period, during which interested parties are invited to comment, which will run until 13th November 2009.

To find out more about the proposals and how they may impact in the world of personal injury litigation, download our Briefing Note by clicking here: Shaping the Future of Care Together Briefing Note.

Mike Hurst 3rd August 2009

Independent Financial Advisers

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