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The team has a particular strength and expertise for Health and Safety matters and a proven track record of working closely with the HSE, heading off investigations at the early stages. They are experienced in tackling different types of cases, adapting skills required depending on the regulator and facts.
The team consistently updates policyholders via newsletters, articles and webinars regarding changes in the law. Health & Safety is at the forefront of those legal updates; for example, the Head of Regulatory, Stephanie Thirlwell is currently working with a global risk management and strategy company and event companies across the UK to offer training in respect of Martyn’s Law and the Protect Duty.
Rupert Nevin and Stephanie Thirlwell have recently been involved in training a Health & Safety consultancy firm in respect of legal updates and the benefit of legal privilege in health and safety investigations.
The team has a delegated authority to act in all cases in the sector by AXA, one of the world’s largest insurers. Companies holding the AXA Management Liability Policy are afforded cover for investigations and enforcement action by any official regulator.
The MLP is AXA’s most successful insurance product, and the extent of AXA’s client base - from blue chip companies to SMEs - means that the health & safety work the regulatory team deals with is extensive, wide ranging and often very complex, involving cross agency prosecutions and inquest proceedings.
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rradar has a respected team commended for its ability to provide regulatory compliance advice and guidance. The team provides high-quality advice on fatal incidents and accidents resulting in serious injuries, and boasts an impressive client list which covers a range of industries including utilities, transportation and manufacturing. The team is also adept at advising clients on HSE and local authority investigations.
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Clients are always impressed with their commitment to chasing down evidence.
Their team from top to bottom is exemplary.
They had the ability to summon a fantastic team quickly and their response times were fantastic. They all kept us at ease which I think shows great client experience.
Without doubt, they are a team which delivers on every level for the client from first contact to conclusion.
All of my experiences with them have been excellent. They have excellent knowledge and coverage in all areas that I have personally dealt with.
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Based in Hull, Jeff Swales is an impressive health and safety solicitor within the rradar team. He has experience of representing both individuals and businesses in highly sophisticated matters, including HSE and DVSA investigations arising from fatal incidents.
Rupert Nevin leads the health and safety team at rradar. He has an established practice with experience in advising, and defending corporations, businesses and individuals in a range of industry sectors.
Clients are always pleased with his straightforward and down to earth approach. Rupert is both nuanced and flexible, always willing to take on board other points of view and counsel’s advice.
Rupert used his significant experience and awareness to provide effective guidance and representation, showing an ability to apply his knowledge to our sector and provide high quality advice.
Rupert has helped with legal matters which have been handled expertly.
He is savvy and astute with an old school approach which continues to secure results.
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