An NHS trust in north-east England has acknowledged that twenty women underwent mastectomies they did not need while receiving breast cancer care. County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust disclosed the findings after an internal investigation identified serious failings in its breast unit.   The internal investigation revealed that of the 514 cases reviewed, 315 patients were found to have been harmed, including 77 who suffered significant injuries and one recorded death.   The review also found missed or delayed cancer

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming part of everyday life. Many people now use AI tools to draft documents, search for information, and ask questions about legal or medical issues. While these tools can be convenient, they can also be dangerous if relied upon in personal injury or clinical negligence claims.   If you have been injured in an accident, or believe you have suffered harm because of medical treatment, the details of your case matter. AI systems cannot properly investigate

‘Many people who opt to make a homemade will do so believing they will save money on legal fees. Unfortunately, this can lead to significant problems and unexpected costs later down the line for the family who may be left to unravel problems during an already difficult time,’ says Teresa Andrew, an Associate in the wills and probate team with Nalders LLP in Falmouth. ‘DIY wills are sometimes declared invalid, or they can result in problems that require court intervention far more commonly than wills that have been professionally

Nalders’ 16th Annual Charity Golf Day 2026   Having been part of the Cornish community for over 225 years, Nalders enjoy trying to give back as much as we can. Now in its sixteenth year, the Nalders Charity Golf Day is one of the most loved fixtures in our Giving Back calendar. Held annually, in recent years at Tehidy Park Golf Club, the event brings together clients, colleagues, local businesses and communities for a day of friendly competition, community spirit,

When going through a divorce or dissolution of your civil partnership, a key concern is how both parties will have financial security moving forward. While the court will look at each parties’ existing income, assets and financial resources when agreeing a financial settlement, it must also consider what each person is likely to earn in the future to determine a fair outcome. This can be particularly significant where one partner has taken a step back from their career to raise

It is a common misapprehension that if you live with someone long enough, your relationship transforms into a ‘common law marriage’ and you acquire the same legal rights over each other’s property and assets as a married couple. However, under U.K. law, you can only acquire such rights if you marry or enter in to a civil partnership.     “Unmarried couples have far fewer legal protections and rights than married couples,” says Lindsey Jackson, a solicitor and Senior Associate in the family law team at Nalders. “It is sensible for any

If you are considering separating, or are currently going through a divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership, you may be concerned about what will happen to the assets you owned before the relationship began. Will they be protected? Could your former partner make a claim on them? What does the law say about such assets?   A recent decision by the UK Supreme Court (UKSC), in the case of Standish v Standish has confirmed that non-matrimonial assets, such as

Nalders is pleased to announce the promotion of two Associates, Sam Fahey and Edward Aldis, to Senior Associates within its Conveyancing team, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to promoting from within and delivering expert legal services across Cornwall.   Based at the firm’s head office in Truro, Sam Fahey specialises in a broad range of residential property matters. Since joining Nalders in 2007, she has developed extensive expertise, achieving Chartered Fellowship status with CILEX in 2017 and becoming a highly experienced

A Child Arrangement Order (CAO) is a court order which sets out the contact arrangements for a child following parental separation. This includes when and where the child is to live or spend time with each parent. The aim of a CAO is to ensure that the child’s welfare is protected and that all arrangements are made in their best interests.   In most cases, a CAO is only needed when parents cannot reach an agreement between themselves regarding future

When a relationship breaks down, providing for your children can be overwhelming as a single parent, especially when your ex-spouse was the primary earner. You may be anxious about maintaining stability for your children, covering daily expenses, and preserving the standard of living they are used to. Without support or cooperation from the other parent, minimising disruption to your children’s lives can be challenging.   Fortunately, the law provides you with a framework to secure financial provision for your children under Schedule 1 of the Children Act which