Claiming compensation from the police for failure to investigate. Four Metropolitan police officers are currently under investigation for misconduct after two women were murdered by the same ex-partner within the space of 16 months. In 2024, Carl Cooper was handed
Recommended police compensation lawyer
Police compensation lawyer Jasmine Moxey-Butler, has been recommended by The Legal 500 for claims against the police. We are proud to announce that specialist police compensation lawyer Jasmine Moxey-Butler, has been recognised by The Legal 500 for developing a strong
Mistaken release of an offender
A review of the legal implications of the mistaken release of an offender, A recent inquest into the death of Jamie Andrews, a prisoner from HMP Bristol, highlighted critical lapses in prison administration. Andrews, who had 50 prior convictions and
Successful police dog bite compensation claim
Case study of one of our successful police dog bite compensation claims. We specialise in recovering compensation for people who have been bitten by a police dog. Here is a short summary of one of our many successes. Our client
Can I make a police dog bite claim?
We specialise in helping people make a police dog bite claim. Here is an outline of the basic principles: Dogs are used by the police to support officers and assist in the apprehension of suspected offenders, amongst other things. However,
Police treatment of people with mental health issues
A lawyer in our police compensation team looks at police treatment of people with mental health issues. Poor mental health has been an increasing concern in the UK for people of all ages. But it doesn’t just affect us. The
Use of force by the police
An incident at Manchester Airport has shone the spotlight on the use of force by the police. If you have been a victim of excessive force by the police then contact our free helpline for guidance on seeking compensation. Call
Assaulted by the police
I was assaulted by the police, what can I do? Experiencing an assault is traumatic, but when the assault is carried out by member of the police, it can be even more distressing. Our helpline often receives calls from people
Police failure to investigate abuse
Can compensation be claimed for police failure to investigate abuse? We have highlighted elsewhere on this website police failure to investigate abuse. One particularly sensitive aspect of this issue relates to the Rochdale abuse scandal. The scandal has dominated the
Mistaken identity arrest
Can I claim compensation for a mistaken identity arrest? If you have been the victim of a mistaken identity arrest which resulted in you being deprived of your liberty, then you may be entitled to claim compensation. Our police compensation