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Anaesthetist checking monitoring equipment in an operating theatre
Opinion  |  12:11:26
Anaesthetic awareness: what happens if you wake up during surgery?
Waking up during an operation, unable to move or speak, is an awful prospect. For a small number of patients, it becomes a reality. Clinical negligence specialist Joachim Stanley explains why anaesthetic awareness happens and what its consequences can be.
A small pair of baby booties resting on a soft blanket
Opinion  |  11:11:26
Coping with the loss of a baby: grief, bereavement and finding the right support
Losing a baby can change everything. Whether the loss happens during pregnancy, at birth or shortly afterwards, parents may find themselves facing a future they never imagined, without the child they had already made part of their lives.
Older woman looking through family photographs at home
Opinion  |  09:11:26
Asbestos compensation: higher payments for bereaved families
Until recently, families who lost someone to an asbestos-related disease could receive substantially less compensation than their loved one would have received during their lifetime. Jennifer Seavor, a partner in our specialist respiratory disease team, looks at the changes introduced on 31 October 2026.
Exterior of an old, abandoned industrial factory building
Opinion  |  09:11:26
Can I claim asbestos compensation if my former employer has closed?
Many people assume that claiming asbestos compensation is impossible if their former employer has gone out of business. Annabelle Neilson, a partner in our specialist respiratory disease team, explains why that isn't necessarily the case and what options may still be available.
Sand timer representing the time limit for making a personal injury claim
Opinion  |  06:11:26
Respiratory disease claims: is it too late to claim compensation?
Being told you've left it too late to claim compensation isn't necessarily the end of the road. Helen Childs, a partner in our Respiratory Disease team, explains why the three-year time limit isn't always as straightforward as it sounds.
Opinion  |  06:11:26
What compensation can you claim for a respiratory disease?
For someone diagnosed with a respiratory disease after exposure to asbestos, silica dust or another harmful substance, a compensation claim can cover much more than the illness itself. Rachel James, a partner in our specialist Industrial Disease team, explains what may be recovered and why some of the less obvious losses matter.
News  |  05:11:26
RWK Goodman highlighted in The Times Best Law Firms 2027
RWK Goodman’s injury division has been recognised for its high-level of client support and success advocating for victims of negligence with recognition in The Times Best Law Firms ranking for 2027.
Opinion  |  04:11:26
Mesothelioma claims: a long-overdue increase in interim payments
Rachel James, a partner in our Respiratory Disease team, welcomes a much-needed update to the court rules that will make a real difference to people living with mesothelioma and their families.
Opinion  |  04:11:26
Racial inequalities in baby loss: what the research tells us and what needs to change
Divya Anand, a Senior Associate in our Clinical Negligence team with a particular interest in maternal injury, looks at the latest research, what families have been telling us about their experiences of maternity care, and what needs to change.
Person recovering from an injury at home, reflecting on their recovery
Opinion  |  02:11:26
What happens if you get worse after you’ve accepted compensation?
Stuart Brazington, a Partner in our Personal Injury Team, explains what happens if you get worse after accepting compensation, and why it's so important to understand the risks before agreeing to a settlement.
News  |  30:10:26
RWK Goodman’s injury division shortlisted for Chambers UK Solicitor Award
RWK Goodman’s injury division has been recognised for its commitment to supporting victims of negligence and delivering high-quality and transformative outcomes with a nomination at a leading industry awards.
Holding hands
Opinion  |  30:10:26
Who rebuilds the lives of those caring for the injured?
When someone suffers a serious injury, the impact on their family can be enormous. Louise Hart, Head of Personal Injury at RWK Goodman, explores what happens when a husband, wife or parent becomes a carer, and why their needs matter too.
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