Personal Injury: Mainly Defendant - Northern Ireland
What the Team is Known For
DAC Beachcroft's leading personal injury group acts for prominent insurance and retail clients, and is also noted for its representation of public authorities. The team's expertise extends to a wide range of cases, including industrial disease, traffic accidents, product liability and employers' liability claims. It frequently advises on motor claims and also offers counter-fraud capabilities.
Strengths
"I have the utmost confidence in DAC to handle claims of a complex and sophisticated nature."
"DAC Beachcroft have demonstrated a wide range of knowledge on high-value and complex claims."
"They have a very strong team with excellent knowledge.They actively strive to deliver value for money."
Notable Practitioners
Sean McGahan leads the team in Belfast and is highly experienced in handling complex personal injury claims. He advises on employers' and public liability along with motor and catastrophic injury cases, including instances where there is the possibility of fraud. "Sean is very experienced and gives sound commercial advice to achieve a great business outcome."
Aisling Mellon's practice encompasses a wide range of personal injury matters, including those relating to public, employers' and occupiers' liability. She also has particular strength in handling motor claims. "Aisling is very diligent and provides a great service." "Aisling has great insight into regional market trends and is always available to discuss individual claims or wider strategy."
Andrew Burke handles employers' and public liability claims, as well as cases concerning injuries sustained in RTAs.
Kevin O'Hagan has notable experience in personal injury cases and is frequently instructed by insurers as well as large companies in the retail and utilities sectors. He offers particular expertise in public liability claims.
Louise Butler handles complex injury claims arising from RTAs and workplace accidents. She also offers notable strength in public liability claims. "Louise delivers an excellent service to her clients."