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Hill Dickinson LLP

Health & Safety

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Hill Dickinson LLP

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Ever-changing and strict regulatory demands on businesses mean infringements are increasingly resulting in multi-million pound fines and prosecutions. These can put your business, reputation and, for individuals, liberty at risk. Turn to our specialist lawyers for practical, prompt advice, providing peace of mind when you need it most.

You will benefit from an effective defence strategy combined with media experience to minimise reputational risk. Early advice and intervention is crucial, so get in touch with us straight away. We can help 24/7. We can also work with you on pro-active measures such as incident training including mock trials and interviews.

HSE Investigations
HSE investigations can cause massive disruption to your business. While your business has to survive under the shadow of potential prosecution, your reputation suffers.

How we can advise you
If, as a result of a workplace accident, you are facing investigation from the HSE, contact Hill Dickinson’s team of experienced health and safety lawyers. We will protect your rights during the investigation, protect against devastating consequences, protect your reputation throughout the process and take steps to protect your liberty where necessary.

Combining specialist expertise with sound commercial sense, drawing on a breadth of cross-industry know how, our dedicated regulatory team can guide you through every step of the process through to conclusion.

Chambers Review

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Health & Safety - UK-wide

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For
Hill Dickinson fields a strong and respected group of practitioners with broad expertise across health and safety law. The team's lawyers are experienced in prosecuting and defending cases, and are regularly called upon to assist clients in the manufacturing, retail, hospitality, logistics and construction industries. The team also advises on compliance issues and provides training to a range of prominent clients and is active in corporate manslaughter investigations.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • They have a very thorough knowledge of health and safety law, coupled with good knowledge of our industry practices.

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  • Having the support from experts such as Hill Dickinson gives us peace of mind. Complex matters are handled in the most professional and reliable way.

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  • The team has excellent attention to detail, is pragmatic, on time and very supportive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Philip Moy
    Band 5Philip Moy

    Philip Moy

    Head of the regulatory department, Philip Moy is a seasoned attorney in the health and safety sphere. He is adept at handling both gross negligence and corporate manslaughter cases. His clients stem from a range of sectors including construction, healthcare and hospitality.

    • Mr Moy has a thorough knowledge of H&S law. He is usually prompt in responding to requests for clarification.

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  • Star AssociatesAoife Ryan
    Star AssociatesAoife Ryan

    Aoife Ryan

    Aoife Ryan is an experienced associate with a well-established health and safety practice that spans a range of sectors, including sports, logistics and healthcare.

    • She understands not only the law but she is also clued up on criminal procedures.

      Health & Safety respondentUK

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