Every year a significant number of workers are injured as a result of an accident in their workplace. Many of these accidents are a result of transport within the workplace and in particular forklift trucks. The Health and Safety Executive (‘HSE’) say that 25% of all workplace transport accidents involve lift trucks and that these are often due to poor supervision and a lack of training. The HSE have helpfully published a Code of Practice and Guidance.
Jacqui Morton

Recent Posts
Emmott Snell Solicitors secure compensation for an employee injured by a forklift truck
Written by Jacqui Morton on 14 Jun 2023
Out-of-court settlement for a victim of abuse by a Coventry City care worker
Written by Jacqui Morton on 25 Apr 2023
One of Emmott Snell’s clients (referred to in this article as Mr G to protect his identity) has successfully obtained an out-of-court settlement after bringing a compensation claim against Coventry City Council for sexual abuse he suffered whilst attending a council youth outreach project.
Siblings obtain compensation for abuse suffered whilst in foster care
Written by Jacqui Morton on 22 Feb 2023
Children that are placed in foster care are often at their most vulnerable. It is hard to imagine how confusing and bewildering it must be to be placed with strangers in unfamiliar homes and surroundings. Many children have come from abusive environments or have suffered the loss of parents. For many children, their memories of foster care are positive ones. Sadly, for some children, their experience in foster care is one of fear and abuse.
Considering the same roof rule in CICA applications
Written by Jacqui Morton on 15 Dec 2022
A recent successful case highlights the importance of the Criminal Injuries Application Scheme and in particular, the abolition of the ‘same roof’ rule, particularly in the context of non-recent sexual abuse cases.
Emmott Snell Solicitors Walking for Justice in 2022
Written by Jacqui Morton on 24 Aug 2022
Recent update: Due to the sad news of Her Majesty's death, and the scheduled date of the Bedford Legal Walk coinciding with her state funeral, a decision was taken to cancel the Bedford Legal Walk. Emmott Snell Solicitors would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who kindly made a sponsorship donation. We are currently looking into ways of doing the fundraising by some other means and will update all our supporters shortly.
Sexual abuse in a sport setting
Written by Jacqui Morton on 15 Jun 2022
Sexual abuse can happen anywhere and in many settings, including sports. Most of us at some point in our lives have enjoyed sport at some level. This may include attending physical education classes at school or local clubs/organisations.
Out of court settlements for victims of abuse in the Boys’ Brigade
Written by Jacqui Morton on 09 Mar 2022
For decades a significant number of boys have joined the Boys’ Brigade hoping for the opportunity to experience camping holidays and residential activities and learn new skills and make friends. For most of them their experience and memories are happy ones. Sadly, there are some for whom their memories of the Boys Brigade are marred by experiences they would rather forget.
The importance of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority
Written by Jacqui Morton on 23 Nov 2021
We have previously looked at the mechanics of the Criminal Injuries Scheme. Recently we at Emmott Snell Solicitors have been reminded of its importance to victims who have no other form of redress open to them. It is hoped that the case study below will encourage those who are considering making applications to the CICA to go forward with this.
Sexual abuse by a scout master and compensation in the civil courts
Written by Jacqui Morton on 18 Aug 2021
For decades a significant number of children have joined the scouting movement hoping for adventure and the opportunity to experience new outdoor activities, learn new skills and make friends.
What is being done to fight sexual abuse and misconduct in the entertainment industry?
Written by Jacqui Morton on 21 May 2021
Over the past few weeks, more allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct in the entertainment industry have surfaced. Most notably, in relation to Noel Clarke, a well-known actor, producer, screenwriter and director.