Travel: International Personal Injury

Philip Mead is often instructed in high-value claims arising from RTAs and package holidays. He acts for both claimants and defendants in claims brought against insurers, compensation bodies and employers. He is well versed in accidents abroad that involve conflicts of law.

William Audland KC is active in a range of complex travel cases arising from RTAs and package holiday incidents resulting in fatalities or catastrophic injury, representing both claimants and defendants. He also advises domestic tour operators and insurers on recovery actions against third parties. He is frequently instructed in cases involving complex issues of jurisdiction.

James Candlin is frequently called upon for cases centring on jurisdiction and foreign law questions. He has significant experience of dealing with cross-border food poisoning, serious illness, catastrophic injury and other sensitive claims. He is highlighted by sources for the added value brought by his scientific background.

James Pickering offers a breadth of knowledge in relation to cross-border personal injury claims. He has experience defending claims on behalf of insurers as well as acting for large groups of claimants.

Lois Aldred is experienced in international personal injury claims and has particular expertise in claims involving mass illness outbreaks, serious illness and life-changing injuries.

Navjot Atwal focuses his practice on the representation of defendant tour operators, cruise operators and airlines in complex claims arising from accidents abroad. He is regularly called upon to defend claims under the Package Travel Regulations and is noted for his expertise in cases involving jurisdictional issues.

Nina Ross is a strong up-and-coming barrister in the travel space with a solid knowledge of trespass to the person cases, particularly those involving international sexual assault claims.

Patrick Vincent KC acts for both claimants and defendants in a wide range of cases involving injuries sustained abroad. He is well regarded for his expertise in claims arising from foreign RTAs and is regularly called upon to handle claims involving difficult questions surrounding jurisdiction and applicable law.

Spencer Turner is a strong junior with a growing reputation in the travel market. His experience includes acting for cases involving RTAs.

John-Paul Swoboda KC is highlighted for his expertise in international personal injury claims, recently appearing in the High Court on complex matters.