UK Bar
Health & Safety - Scotland (Bar)
Emma Toner is regularly instructed in health and safety matters. She is adept at handling cases brought under the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Her clients include individuals, companies and public bodies.
Strengths
"Her meticulous preparation can often unearth novel legal points that others would not have noticed."
"Emma is a very safe pair of hands for heath and safety and road traffic matters."
"Emma is very impressive and comes across very well to clients. She is down to earth and good at explaining the work to clients."
Public & Fatal Accident Inquiries - Scotland (Bar)
Emma Toner is recognised as a leading junior for FAI and public inquiries work. In recent years, she has acted on numerous high-profile matters, including both the Scottish and UK COVID-19 inquiries and the Scottish Hospital Inquiry. She represents core participants, such as NHS bodies, the Care Inspectorate, HM Inspector of Constabulary in Scotland and high-ranking police individuals.
Strengths
"Emma is a well-informed and diligent junior with a keen eye for practicalities."
