Group Litigation: Claimant
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
Chambers Review
Pogust Goodhead is a specialist group litigation firm handling major claims in the UK as well as globally. The team is regularly appointed on group actions relating to environmental damage and injury caused by faulty medical devices, along with claims regarding vehicle emissions, data breaches and employment rights.
Work Highlights
- Pogust Goodhead represented 1,548 Brazilian orange farmers in pursuing damages in England and Wales from the defendants, Jose Luis Cutrale, Jose Luis Cutrale Jnr and Sucocitrico Cutrale, participating in cartel behaviour.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We have a lot of confidence in the way they can help us; they are a great hope for us."
"We have a lot of confidence in the way they can help us; they are a great hope for us."
Notable Practitioners
Tom Goodhead is chief executive officer and global managing partner of Pogust Goodhead. He has particular expertise in dealing with product liability and environmental cases.
Pete Gallagher is adept at handling large claimant groups in product liability matters. He is well regarded for his leading role in the emissions litigation.
"Pete has a very sharp mind and manages all of the emissions cases. He does it very well and nothing escapes him."
"Pete is extremely switched on and very bright. He is very good at taking decisions, understands litigation and is able to reach sensible and quick decisions."