Chambers Review
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Personal Injury: Mainly Claimant - Scotland
What the Team is Known For
Balfour+Manson has an impressive record of representing claimants in a broad range of personal injury cases, including catastrophic injury claims and fatal accidents. The team is experienced in accidents at work and historic sexual abuse cases, while also advising on claims arising from motor accidents and industrial disease. The team is also adept at handling complex cases involving brain and psychological injury.
Strengths
Balfour+Mason is a sector leader with a proven track record of dealing well with complex matters.
They are specialists in this space and they have a real passion.
What they gave us was the confidence that by progressing the claim ultimately we would get the outcome we needed.
Notable practitioners
David Short demonstrates particular expertise in aviation-related claims, with a focus on employers' liability and fatal accidents. He is also well versed in injuries and abuse arising from corporate negligence.
David is a heavyweight who fights hard for his clients, has a keen eye for litigation strategy and is an absolute pleasure to deal with.
Ann Logan frequently represents clients in cases arising from accidents at work and motor accidents. She has particular experience in claims involving spinal and psychiatric injuries.
Ann is one of the most precise and able solicitors I've ever worked with.
Julie Clark-Spence focuses on serious injury and fatal claims involving offshore, farming and fishing accidents. She also advises on motor accident claims.
Peter Littlefair has broad expertise covering many areas of personal injury law. He regularly advises clients regarding claims arising from road traffic accidents, travel-related injuries and accidents at work.
Peter has great know-how, which he combines with energy, ability and enthusiasm.
Peter is a sharp and focused litigator who is highly experienced, professional and knowledgeable. He is a pleasure to work with.