news & articles who we arenews & articlescontact usaccident claimsserious injuryasbestos claimsfamilydivorcepropertyfuture planningwills & estatesemploymentregulation personal injury future planning social justice divorce asbestos claims family property wills & estates employment general news The Costly Mistake of an Unwitnessed Will - Why Proper Execution MattersThe recent case of Rosemary Hill has drawn attention to the importance of using a solicitor who specialises in estate planning to draft and execute your Will.27/02/2025wills & estates Understanding Care Orders - Your Rights as a Parent in Northern IrelandWhen Social Services become involved in a family's life, it can be an extremely distressing and confusing time for parents. In Northern Ireland, Care Orders are legal mechanisms that allow Social Services to intervene when a child is at risk of significant harm. It is crucial for parents to understand their rights and the legal process involved in Care Orders to effectively respond and protect their child’s future.24/02/2025family How to Reach a Fair Financial Settlement in Divorce in Northern IrelandDivorce is often a challenging and emotional process, particularly when it comes negotiating the division of the marital finances. Understanding the legal framework and the steps involved in reaching a financial settlement can help ensure that you secure a fair outcome.24/02/2025divorce What is Classed as a Serious Injury ClaimAs specialist solicitors in serious injury compensation claims, we are often asked what injuries are classed as serious for the purposes of making a claim. 19/02/2025personal injury Why We Should Deal With Your Personal Injury CaseAt Francis Hanna & Co Solicitors, we have built our reputation as one of Northern Ireland's leading law firms by recovering millions of pounds' worth of compensation for those who have suffered personal and serious injury due to the negligence of others. 05/02/2025personal injury Francis Hanna & Co listed as Specialist Solicitors in Brain Injury cases We are listed as accredited and specialist Solicitors in the Headway Solicitor's Directory.21/01/2025personal injury Claiming Where the Injured Party Lacks Capacity We are regularly asked " Can I make a claim on behalf of a relative or family member who lacks capacity?". Sometimes, an accident can result in an individual suffering life-changing injuries which impact on their capacity to instruct a solicitor to make a compensation claim themselves. 17/01/2025personal injury Can I make a Claim for someone who has died We are often asked "Can I make a claim for a loved one who has died from their injury?" If a loved one has died as a result of an accident, their Estate may wish to make a claim on their behalf. 09/01/2025personal injury