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Personal Injury: Mainly Claimant - Scotland
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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 well experienced in accidents at work and historic sexual abuse cases. It has a particular specialism in motor accidents and industrial disease matters. The team is also adept at handling complex cases involving brain and psychological injury.

Strengths

"The Balfour+Mason teamhas both the legal knowledge and willingness to put in the time to get the best results."

"The team is very impressive from a client management perspective even in difficult circumstances."

"This is a talented and highly experienced team."

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 real heavyweight. He is astute, experienced, commercially-focussed and great with clients." "His ability to get to the heart of an issue quickly is exceptional." "He just has that gravitas and experience. He has such a good manner of dealing with difficult situations and putting clients at ease."

David McIntosh handles high-value cases, advising on claims relating to brain and psychological injuries as a result of road traffic accidents. He also advises on workplace accidents. "David has an unparalleled level of skill and organisation in coordinating all of the information received to present a coherent case." "David is a highly experienced and effective individual."

Julie Clark-Spence focusses on serious injury and fatal claims involving offshore, farming and fishing accidents. She also advises on motor accident claims. "From the start, Julie was very knowledgeable and realistic about my claim."

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 always professional, approachable and dealt with sensitive issues in a compassionate way." "She is extremely tenacious and a good strategic thinker." "It was truly a pleasure to work with Ann. The level of support she provided was outstanding and she is very knowledgeable and efficient."

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 is sharp, intelligent and a delight to work with." "Peter is a safe pair of hands whose understanding of the challenges of litigation enables him to plan for and attain the best results. He is calm under pressure and very reliable."

Ranked Lawyers at
Balfour+Manson LLP

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David Short
Head of Personal Injury: Mainly Claimant
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David S McIntosh
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Julie Clark-Spence
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Ann Logan
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