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May 16

By MAJ Law

Causing Death By Dangerous Cycling

Causing death or serious injury by dangerous or careless cycling is set to become an offence, after the government agreed to a change in the law on Wednesday evening. The change has been said to have been long overdue, and offenders should face the same penalties as motorists who cause death or…

May 13

By MAJ Law

Alcohol isn't gender neutral - the effects on men and women

With Summer fast approaching and the weather starting to warm up, happy hour is well and truly upon us, and the temptation for a few post-work drinks in the local pub is almost impossible to decline. All sounds innocent enough, doesn't it? But what a lot of people don't know is how differently…

May 10

By MAJ Law

Causing Death By Careless Driving

What is 'careless' driving? Someone's driving will be considered careless if the standard of driving falls below the reasonable standard expected of a competent driver. Any of the following factors will aggravate the offence: failing to comply with road traffic signals speeding at the time the…

May 1

By MAJ Law

Can drink driving charges be dropped?

How to get drink driving charges dropped Drink driving charges can be dropped for a multitude of reasons. If the police fail to comply with statutory procedures and Codes of Practice during your arrest you may have a defence. Similarly, if the CPS fail to comply with its disclosure duties or…

Apr 29

By MAJ Law

Section 2 Road Traffic Act - Dangerous Driving Defences

Dangerous driving is undoubtedly one of the most serious road offences to be committed, carrying a wide offence range from an obligatory 12 month driving ban and a low level community order, to a potential custodial sentence. If your standard of driving is so poor that you caused a death as a result

Apr 18

By MAJ Law

Prison Sentences for Death By Dangerous Driving

Death by Dangerous Driving Solicitors Frequently asked questions about 'death-by' offences. What happens if you're charged with causing death by dangerous driving? You're involved in a serious collision. The police are the lead agency for collision investigation and have the primary duty to…