Kane Simons

Kane Simons practises solely in the field of high-value, complex personal injury law, acting predominantly for claimants. He specialises in claims which involve life-changing and catastrophic injuries. Kane is regularly instructed, with or without leading counsel, in claims valued over £1m and his practice encompasses a wide range of serious issues such as orthopaedic injuries, traumatic brain injuries and chronic pain.

Outside of his work as a barrister, Kane sits as a Deputy District Judge and as a disciplinary panel member of the Bar Tribunals & Adjudication Service.

He represented a motorcyclist who was forced off the road by an untraced driver who veered into his lane. Liability was in dispute against the Motor Insurers’ Bureau. The claimant developed Complex Regional Pain Syndrome in his leg following a fracture and his business and ability to work was compromised. The claim settled for £1.9 million.

He represented a man who was injured after being rescued from a burning car in which he was a passenger. The claimant suffered multiple injuries including significant burns to his hands and a crushing injury to his foot, affecting his mobility and dexterity. The parties wanted an early settlement. Kane advised on quantum and tactics and the matter settled for £1 million.

He represented a man in his 20s injured in a high-speed road traffic accident. The claimant suffered multiple injuries including spinal fractures and a foot injury which affected his mobility. The claim settled for £1.9 million.