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Personal injury: claimant in London

Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

The personal injury practice at Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP  is headed up the ‘unbelievably bright and tenacious’  Jackie Spinks, who is particularly noted for advising claimants on severe cognitive injuries. The team fields professionals with ‘deep and long experience’ in personal injury, overseeing some of the most high-value disputes and settlements in areas requiring expertise in major trauma, working with both local and international clients in multijurisdictional cases. The team’s capabilities are augmented by David Marshall's expertise in cognitive and psychiatric injuries, while the ‘thorough’ Ian Peters is a key operator in the team for cross-border injury litigation, including polytrauma claims involving two or more injury types. Also litigating on behalf of international clients, Jenny Kennedy’s workload includes sophisticated cognitive and spinal cord injury disputes. Sana Bibi is highlighted for her ‘great judgment’ in cases pertaining to traffic collisions, workplace accidents, orthopaedic injuries and those resulting in amputations, areas that are also in the domain of Amanda Hopkins‘ expertise. Samuel David and Adam Dyl are both ports of call for complex physical, psychiatric and polytraumatic injuries cases.

Practice head(s):

Jackie Spinks


Other key lawyers:

David Marshall; Jenny Kennedy; Sana Bibi; Ian Peters; Amanda Hopkins; Adam Dyl; Samuel David


Testimonials

‘This is a great team with deep and long experience in this field. It has a very caring, very thorough, hard-working and practical approach to cases and a high willingness to take on challenging cases.’

‘Jenny Kennedy – a star solicitor who runs each case with a careful eye and managing her team brilliantly. Ian Peters – a thorough and always calm and strategic solicitor. He is unafraid of giving difficult advice and gains the trust of clients and opponents alike. Sam David – a polished and personable lawyer. He masters the details across his cases and is gaining traction as a rising star in partnership in the field.’

‘Jackie Spinks is amongst the best of the best and oversees the department. She is unbelievably bright and tenacious and a delight to work alongside. ’

‘Ian Peters is a standout lawyer. He is highly intelligent, deeply experienced, and very caring who fights tremendously hard for the most vulnerable. Jackie Spinks is cut from the same cloth. Fantastic lawyers. ’

‘A first class team with a justified national reputation as one of the leaders in their field.’

‘Sana Bibi is thorough and diligent. Great judgment. Excellent in every way.

‘Extremely brave and thorough lawyers who are unafraid of taking on the biggest cases/challenges and running them to a successful conclusion. They innovate through use of tech wherever possible including for clients e.g. accessing exoskeleton trials and considering use of music therapy for brain injured clients.’

‘They are an experienced capable team who have not lost the personal touch.’

Work highlights


  • Represented a client who was a pillion passenger on her partner’s motorcycle when he collided head-on with an oncoming van. Her partner died in the accident, and she suffered a severe traumatic brain injury.
  • Advising a client who, following a road traffic accident when the Defendant turned into the side of his scooter, sustained extremely serious injuries to his right lower limb. Client suffered significant deformity to his right leg. At the scene, paramedics described a “partial amputation of his right ankle” due to a complete transection of the Achilles tendon.
  • Advised a client who is neurodiverse and vulnerable but retains capacity. He was involved in a head-on collision in May 2021 during which he sustained life changing orthopaedic injuries (upper and lower limb) and serious injury to his bowel.

Fieldfisher

Noted for its ‘highly individual, bespoke approach’,  Fieldfisher‘s personal injury practice regularly handles sophisticated, large-scale and novel cases, as well as cross-border disputes for international clients and industrial disease victims. Both overseeing catastrophic cognitive, orthopaedic and spinal cord injuries, amputations and fatal claims, Peter Williams and Jill Greenfield co-head the department. Greenfield is noted for her expertise in sexual assault, terrorist and contagious disease claims, while Williams’ experience covers industrial disease, workplace and traffic injuries litigation. Andrew Morgan is a key figure in the team for mesothelioma and asbestos claims, as well as for other diseases resulting in injuries or fatalities in workplace environments. Keith Barrett is highlighted for his ‘ability to provide clear and precise advice’ concerning maritime and aviation injuries, as well as traffic and cycling injuries, an area that Jennifer Buchanan also specialises in. Dushal Mehta is broadly experienced in physical and psychiatric injuries, including those incurred in workplaces and terrorist attacks. Other key figures include Nick Godwin, who holds over 20 years of experience in spinal and brain injuries, secondary victim claims and fatal claims.

Practice head(s):

Jill Greenfield; Peter Williams


Other key lawyers:

Andrew Morgan; Keith Barrett; Jennifer Buchanan; Dushal Mehta; Nick Godwin; Harvinder Kaur


Testimonials

‘Very professional, efficient in its application and provided the outcome I was happy with.’

‘Keith Barrett was superb. His knowledge and understanding was second to none. His honesty and ability to deal with difficult situations was superb. His ability to provide clear and precise advice with such kindness and understanding was exceptional.’

‘It is impossible to describe how good and, I believe, underrated this team is. It is extremely well led by Jill Greenfield, hugely successful and combines a highly individual, bespoke approach to each case whilst being able to apply the highest standards of professionalism and the resources of a City firm.’

‘I was extremely impressed with the way individual solicitors worked together in order to support us. Communication was always excellent. All work was carried out with expertise, compassion and at all times we were kept fully informed of any developments.’

‘Our claim has been handled by Dushal Mehta. In our opinion he could not have been more professional, dedicated and of an extremely high level of expertise is asbestos claims. Dushal was highly caring, thoughtful and always explained the different stages in our claim very thoroughly.’

‘The team were always there whenever we had any questions. They had to go through thousands and thousands of document which they did very thoroughly. Their professionalism outshone the other teams in our case.’

‘This practice is kind and filled with empathy.’

‘Fieldfisher were superb in all aspects of dealing with our case. In comparison to other companies I have little experience but the firm was streets ahead of any other company I have dealt with.’

Key clients

Ben Leonard v Scouts Association – Inquest


Ms A – Claim against ORV manufacturer succeeds in US state for UK woman injured in UAE


Anon v Crispin Odey in sexual assault claims


Elizabeth Rutter (Executor of the Estate of William Rutter deceased)


Elaine Stewart (Widow & Executrix of the Estate of Adrian Stewart Dec’d) v Royal Mail Plc


Mr Stuart


Sarah


Grace Spencer Green


Richard Jenkinson (deceased) v Secretary of State for Health & Social Care


Richard Verall


Derek Mouncer


Work highlights


Irwin Mitchell

Regularly engaged in complex litigation, the personal injury department at Irwin Mitchell is praised by clients for its ‘depth of expertise’. Highlighted for his ‘vast experience’, department head Richard Geraghty has advised claimants on personal injury litigation for over 25 years, and often handles cases concerning traffic and workplace injuries resulting in extensive physical damage. Alison Eddy and Tracey Storey both hold over 30 years of experience in cognitive and spinal cord injury litigation, advising clients in both domestic and cross-border cases. Demetrius Danas is a key port of call for brain, spinal and fatal injuries incurred abroad, in holidays, or in aviation and maritime environments. Guy Darlaston is noted as a ‘savvy operator’, primarily specialising in industrial diseases, with a focus on asbestos litigation. Sarah Griggs is highlighted for her ‘intelligent and practical way of dealing with cases’, often operating in cases requiring expertise in catastrophic brain injuries for both adults and children. Chani Dhaliwal is highly active in spinal cord litigation, while Angela Batchelor typically advises claimants in public liability, road traffic and workplace accidents. Laura Middleton-Guerard is recommended for work concerning injuries arising from traffic accidents.

Practice head(s):

Richard Geraghty; Tracey Storey; Alison Eddy; Demetrius Danas; Guy Darlaston


Other key lawyers:

Sarah Griggs; Chani Dhaliwal; Angela Batchelor; Laura Middleton-Guerard; Leane Shanks


Testimonials

‘This is a great team in a great firm with a fantastic depth of experience and resource which speaks for itself.’

‘There are obviously a number who are very well-known, Alison Eddy, Tracey Storey, etc, but Sarah Griggs is deserving of mention for her very caring, intelligent and practical way of dealing with cases.’

‘Guy Darlaston is a savy operator getting the best results for his clients.

‘Richard Geraghty – vast experience; supremely calm and capable; a joy to work with Laura Middleton-Guerard: superb lawyer, very under-rated – switched on, hard working and an an extremely capable litigator Chani Dhaliwal – on-the-ball, very personable and great with clients ’

‘Guy Darlaston, Lisa Martin and Hannah Wall are the stand out lawyers in this office. The firm in general but the asbestos department in particular are exceptionally well connected with each other regarding the progress and outcome of the many cases under their management.’

‘Irwin Mitchell is a long established firm providing depth of expertise. One of the leaders in this field.’

‘A strong team doing a very wide range of Personal Injury work. One particular strength is the firm’s internal schedules unit. That team produces high quality schedules, including quite complicated loss of earnings and pension loss calculations, on Irwin Mitchell claims. The firm thus brings a very high degree of professionalism to schedule preparation.’

‘Large team with huge experience – great strength and depth’

Key clients

Joanna Harris


Boeing


TH


Pawel Tolko


DP


Smith


James Hadden


Butt


Ellington


Work highlights


  • Represented Joanna Harris in a claim against the RSPCA, having been attacked by an XL Bully dog which they had fostered, resulting in her arm being amputated.
  • Following the 737 MAX operated by Ethiopian Airlines, represented 16 clients in a claim against Boeing. Considered to be the most expensive aviation disaster of all time.
  • After a liability dispute, secured £12.8 million for someone who suffered a life changing brain injury, having been knocked off their bicycle in London, ensuring their lifetime needs are met.

Leigh Day

Sally Moore and Daniel Easton co-head the personal injury practice at Leigh Day, fielding a ‘thorough understanding of the law’ in some of the sector’s most complex claims. A broadly specialised team, Moore’s focus on claims stemming from brain and spinal injuries, amputations and traffic collisions complements Easton’s industrial disease, mesothelioma and asbestos claims expertise. A frequent adviser in multijurisdictional cases, Martyn Day regularly covers group claims and workplace liability cases. Sapna Malik is a key figure for personal injury litigation pertaining to human rights law and public liability. Environmental, human rights and international personal injury law are also areas of expertise for Richard Meeran, the current head of the international department. Laura Murphy is a port of call for brain injury litigation, along with fatal and traffic collision claims. Noted for her ‘energy and determination’ Harminder Bains is the head of the team’s industrial disease and asbestos department, and oversees some of the most consequential asbestos litigation in the sector, including in the Supreme Court

Practice head(s):

Sally Moore; Daniel Easton; Richard Meeran; Sapna Malik


Other key lawyers:

Martyn Day; Harminder Bains; Laura Murphy; Michelle Victor; Ewan Tant; Rory McCarron


Testimonials

‘Harminder Bains – a stellar performer. She brings energy and determination like no other. Utterly fearless.’

‘The team at Leigh Day’s Personal Injury Claimant practice is truly exceptional. What sets them apart is their unwavering dedication to their clients\’ well-being and their commitment to delivering outstanding results. One of the key strengths of the team is their deep expertise and experience in handling complex personal injury cases. Their thorough understanding of the law, combined with their compassion and empathy, makes them a trusted choice for anyone seeking legal representation.’

‘The individuals at Leigh Day’s Personal Injury Claimant practice combine legal excellence with empathy and dedication, making them standout professionals in the legal industry. Their commitment to achieving justice for clients is unwavering, and I have full confidence in recommending them to anyone in need of exceptional legal representation.’

‘Sally Moore was the lead dealing with my account. In addition, to being professional, accessible and supportive through the process she has a particular skill in being able to communicate the legal complexities in a language which I could understand.’

‘The practice is very efficient and helpful, particularly when you are dealing with some very emotional subjects. ’

‘I have been working with Harminder Bains since my diagnosis of Mesothelioma of the Peritoneum in 2016. Throughout this time, Harminder has been a powerhouse pushing forward my case and going above and beyond the call of duty when required. Harminder is also totally committed to raising awareness of this terrible disease, the need for further research and a ban on talc in cosmetic products to prevent other families suffering in the same way as my family.’

‘I found Leigh Day and to be an extremely knowledgeable and caring firm. In my case, as I live in Australia, I needed to ensure that the firm I chose would be doing their utmost to secure a fair outcome. ’

‘I dealt with Daniel Easton. I found him to be a very caring individual and someone who went the extra mile to ensure all my queries we dealt with. Living so far away and not having any understanding of making a claim, I needed someone willing to guide me through the steps, and Daniel did all of that and more.’

Key clients

Dhan Kumar Limbu & Others v (1) Dyson Technology Limited; (2) Dyson Limited; (3) Dyson Manufacturing Sdn Bhd


Kabwe Lead Poisoning Class Action


John O’Connor


National Education Union (NEU) v The Government


Hannah Fletcher & Duncan Fletcher (plaintiffs) v Avon Products, Inc., et al., (defendants)


Julie Rafferty and Sally White (as Executors to the estate of the late Peggy Jones)


Work highlights


  • Representing RK, who suffered an above the knee amputation and other serious injuries when she was knocked over by a drugged driver. Liability was secured, a specialist case manager appointed and rehab and support put in place.
  • Acted on behalf of 23 migrant workers from Nepal and Bangladesh, and the representative of a deceased worker, who worked at factory facilities in Malaysia operated by ATA IMS Sdn Bhd and its subsidiaries (the “ATA Companies”) at various periods between 2012 and 2022.
  • Represented Hannah Fletcher, who was diagnosed mesothelioma at the age of 41. She was exposed to asbestos in talcum powder, initially by playing with her mother’s powder puff and her mother applying the powder, then when she was older, using cosmetics contaminated with asbestos. Hannah sued Estee Lauder, Clinique and Avon.

Stewarts Law LLP

Highlighted for its ‘dedication to provide best quality service’, Stewarts Law LLP‘s personal injury practice oversee highly valuable and sophisticated litigation, with a strong emphasis on high-quality cases valued at £1m, minimum. Acting in both domestic and international jurisdiction, the team pursues a wide spectrum of injury-related disputes, including cognitive and spinal cord injuries and polytraumatic injuries, which can include orthopaedic, neurological, amputations and serious burns. Dan Herman continues to head the department, and is noted as a ‘master tactician and a champion negotiator’. Andrew Dinsmore a key figure for traffic collision litigation, including claims involving fatalities or amputations, while Peregrine Redgrave‘s workload typically includes catastrophic brain and spine injuries, along with amputations. Charles Edwards works closely with insurers in developing protocols and transparent methods of personal injury litigation. Clare Salmon is commended for ‘going the extra mile in every aspect’ while pursuing traumatic cognitive injury disputes. Lucy Robinson is noted for her expertise in amputation, orthopaedic and spinal injury disputes. Other key figures include Ben Rogers, who litigates in pursuit of state-of-the-art technology for personal injury victims, and Stephanie Clarke, who holds over 30 years of experience in traffic injury disputes.

Practice head(s):

Dan Herman


Other key lawyers:

Andrew Dinsmore; Peregrine Redgrave; Charles Edwards; Clare Salmon; Lucy Robinson; Ben Rogers; Stephanie Clarke; Nichola Fosler; Anna Wiseman; Anjali Krishnan; Megan Goodyer


Testimonials

‘Stewarts Law firm was exceptional in everything they did. They were very transparent and explained what was happening throughout the case. I could not fault anything they did. I have and will recommend their services to anyone.’

‘Clare Salmon is truly exceptional. Her attention to detail, empathy, and expertise are remarkable. She surpassed the typical role of a personal injury claim lawyer, going the extra mile in every aspect. Clare not only secured financial stability for my partner’s rehabilitation but also leveraged her extensive knowledge and network to ensure access to the highest quality care available. She’s been instrumental in our journey toward recovery.’

‘Dan Herman – superlative lawyer, master tactician and a champion negotiator. Andrew Dinsmore – a class act; urbane; bright, effective, incredibly experienced and supremely calm under pressure Nichola Fosler – the real deal – extremely capable, very hardworking and loved by clients. Clare Salmon – laser-focussed, hardworking and absolutely dedicated to ensuring the very best outcome for her clients.

‘Dedication to provide best quality service. Always diligent and thorough in their work. Perseverance during difficult phases of case. Exceptional network of expert witnesses.’

‘Thinking outside the box. Ambition to provide best possible outcome beyond our expectations.’

‘These people are absolutely amazing, so kind and considerate. They explained every part of the case , from start to finish. Always there to answer questions and very helpful at all times.’

‘My sister has learning difficulties, but they explained everything to her, in a way she could understand. Absolutely brilliant.’

‘Stewarts Law is the pre-eminent industry leading claimant firm in the field of catastrophic personal injury. The team is built of long standing, highly experienced PI litigators, who work well as a team, using bright, hardworking and ambitious para-legals. By taking only the most serious (and high value) cases, the team is able to keep caseloads usually low, allowing team members to get completely on top of their cases.’

Key clients

Arron Macdonald


 


Work highlights


Bindmans LLP

Described as a ‘tried and tested claimant firm’, the personal injury practice at Bindmans LLP handles a wide-ranging workload which encompasses severe and complex injuries, including brain, orthopaedic and spinal injuries, complex debilitations, traffic accidents and secondary victim claims. The team also holds a notable specialisation in psychiatric claims, which are often diverse in their provenance. Head of the department Jon Crocker often acts in severe cognitive injury claims, for both adults and children, as well as injuries resulting in amputations. Newly arrived Sally-Jean Nicholes brings to bear over 30 years of experience in brain injuries, disabilities and fatal injury claims. Alla Murphy is described as ‘particularly skilled in complex personal injury matters’, including in group claims, cognitive and psychiatric claims, and injuries resulting in chronic pain. Siobhan Kelly and Yagmur Ekici are both key ports of call for fatal accident claims, complex quantum and medical causation disputes, as well as catastrophic brain injury litigation.

Practice head(s):

Jon Crocker


Other key lawyers:

Alla Murphy; Sally-Jean Nicholes; Siobhan Kelly; Yagmur Ekici


Testimonials

‘Highly experienced in litigation against the police.’

‘I know Yagmur Ekici who instructed me to act for a claimant in a stress at work claim against a major firm of solicitors. She had to deal with a massive volume of documents and asssembled the evidence so well that the case was settled for a significant sum. Organised and able to sort the important evidence.Vvery good client care skills.’

‘This is a tried and tested claimant firm, who unfailingly produces work of the highest quality. They are always collaborative and a pleasure to work with.’

‘As a forensic accountant instructed by Bindmans I consider that the fee earners are extremely profession, understand the key issues, provide clear instructions and are a pleasure to deal with.’

‘As above, I have worked with Megan Owen on several cases and she has been a pleasure to deal with.’

‘The team is able to handle complex litigation, they have excellent expertise and apply a rigorous approach. They are well organised and excellent communicators.’

‘Alla Murphy is particularly skilled in complex personal injury matters. She is extremely personable and inspires confidence adopting a calm and methodical approach to complex issues.’

‘An excellent, efficient and focused team, but also compassionate to their clients, from my persepctive as a psychiatrist.’

Key clients

Richmond House- Worcester Park Fire


Work highlights


Bolt Burdon Kemp LLP

Led by Jonathan Wheeler, the personal injury group at Bolt Burdon Kemp LLP comprises specialist departments, covering adult and pediatric brain injuries, spinal injuries, military claims, abuse, bullying and harassment, and complex injuries. Beyond leadership duties, Wheeler remains highly active in representing claimants in sexual abuse litigation. Noted as ‘excellent, empathetic and great with clients’, Cheryl Abrahams‘ workload regularly covers pediatric cognitive injuries, while Victoria Oliver heads the team’s spinal injury cases. Ahmed Al-Nahhas oversees disputes arising from military environments, and is highlighted by clients for his ‘thorough’ grasp on physical and psychiatric injuries acquired during training or in barracks, including through discrimination and harassment. David McClenaghan continues to lend his expertise in sexual abuse litigation, especially those with a provenance in religious environments, while Joshua Hughes heads the team’s complex injuries offering, encompassing serious traffic accidents, amputations, orthopaedic and fatal claims.

Practice head(s):

Jonathan Wheeler


Other key lawyers:

Cheryl Abrahams; Ahmed Al-Nahhas; David McClenaghan; Victoria Oliver; Joshua Hughes; Gaggan Mawi


Testimonials

‘You will not find a better department that understands the military and all its nuances than the one at BBK. The military team is headed up by Ahmed, whose knowledge is thorough and his mind like a razor, understanding complex and often contradictory policy with ease.’

‘Cheryl Abrahams is excellent, empathetic and great with clients as well as being lovely to work with. Hema Wanza is a really talented associate, very bright and capable.’

‘Highly motivated, knowledgeable, committed solicitors in area historical abuse.’

‘This practice went above and beyond to help me achieve a successful claim, after many hours and months of sensitively collecting information from me regarding my late husband and using other professional bodies to help collate the information without any mistakes, especially as I didn’t understand how civil cases operated.’

‘The child abuse compensation team at Bolt Burdon Kemp has enormous experience. They have handled many high-value claims and always provide an excellent service.’

‘Very thorough and really committed to securing the best possible results for their clients. Ahmed Al-Nahhas is an exceptional leader of the team, and Victoria Oliver is a specialist in spinal injuries heading up the spinal injury team. They are all very personable and very easy to work with.’

‘This is a very happy and well led team. They have a very popular flexible working policy and empower their team to work in a motivated and self-starting way. They have excellent quality fee-earners who work in specialist teams, bringing real expertise to the most complex areas of personal injury.’

‘Those at BBK that I have worked with keep respond quickly to requests for information and make you feel that you are an important member of the team.’

Work highlights


  • Represented the maternal family of Officer Cadet Olivia Perks at the Inquest into her death by suicide at Sandhurst Royal Military Academy.
  • Acted in a high-value claim arising from a car collision, in which a 27-month-old child suffered a severe traumatic brain injury as an unsecured back seat passenger.
  • Represented a steeplejack who was seriously injured whilst engaged on a project for the Battersea Power Station development.

Hodge Jones & Allen

Hodge Jones & Allen‘s personal injury and industrial disease practice is highlighted for its ‘in-depth specialised knowledge of the industrial negligance legal and regulatory framework’. The team is experienced in asbestos and mesothelioma litigation, as well as in matters concerning catastrophic injuries acquired in the workplace or abroad. Leticia Williams co-heads the team with Isobel Lovett; Williams’ road traffic injuries and pediatric claims complement Lovett’s experience in industrial diseases and asbestos. Riffat Yaqub is noted for their expertise in cases concerning amputation, polytrauma and orthopaedic injury claims. Lorna Webster is noted for her ‘excellent manner with clients’ in asbestos-related litigation, while Ken Brough frequently advises claimants on serious and fatal injuries, including brain, spinal cord and amputation injuries. Louise Jukes holds over 20 years of experience in traumatic injury litigation, including those resulting in chronic pain, injuries to spinal cords or brains to both adults and children. Other key figures include Lyndsey-Gordon Webb, who specialises in workplace injury claims, both physical and psychiatric injuries - especially those arising from military environments.

Practice head(s):

Leticia Williams; Isobel Lovett


Other key lawyers:

Riffat Yaqub; Lorna Webster; Ken Brough; Louise Jukes; Lyndsey Gordon-Webb


Testimonials

‘An in depth specialised knowledge of the industrial negligance legal and regualtory framework.’

‘Isobel Lovett is a highly knowledgable solicitor in mesothelioma and asbestos related litigation, she is very empathetic towards her clients and is able to convey the complexities of the law in this area with clarity and passion.’

‘The asbestos team at Hodge Jones & Allen is both experienced and very effective with a great track record of acting for claimants in relation to asbestos-related injuries.’

‘An excellent industrial disease team.’

‘Lorna Webster is a good solicitor, she has an excellent manner with clients.’

‘A great reputation for representing claimants in high-value and innovative personal injury cases, including cases involving actions against public authorities.’

‘Excellent understanding of a claimant’s needs when running a case. Good strength in depth.’

‘A very impressive claimant personal injury practice. From my experience of them, the team are very experienced, knowledgeable and highly professional. ’

Key clients

Tony Smith re: Ann Smith (Deceased)


MC re: BC (Deceased) – fatal asbestosis


Trevor Ellen


TC re FC (Deceased) – fatal mesothelioma


Robert Collins


Babulal Godhania


Fatal Mesothelioma client (Mr C1)


Fatal Mesothelima Client (Mr C2)


Living Mesothelioma and Lung Cancer client ( Mr W)


Living Mesothelioma client (Mr C3)


Work highlights


Osbornes

Fielding a ‘first class, very well resourced’ team of litigators, the personal injury department at Osbornes is rated for its diverse workload of complex, high-value injury claims, representing both domestic and international claimants. The team is jointly headed by its senior partners, including Sophie Davies, a specialist in major cognitive and lower limb injury claims. Ben Posford heads the catastrophic injury team, covering a spectrum of spinal cord and brain injuries, as well as fatal accidents, spanning spinal cord and brain injuries, and fatalities incurred during traffic and workplace accidents. Head of the child abuse-focused team Stephanie Prior is noted for her ‘huge experience and intricate understanding’ of sexual abuse claims, and works closely with the NAPAC. Rob Aylott is a port of call for serious amputation claims, while Stuart Kightley typically advises on brain and cycling-related injuries disputes. The ‘hugely technical’ Sam Collard specialises in quantum-related matters in addition to sports and cycling injuries cases.

Practice head(s):

Sophie Davies; Ben Posford; Stephanie Prior; Robert Aylott; Stuart Kightley


Other key lawyers:

Sam Collard; Andrew MIddlehurst


Testimonials

‘Stephanie Prior is a dedicated and very able lawyer in clinical negligence. She brings huge experience and intricate understanding to the most complicated clinical negligence cases which she is able to simplify.’

‘They are highly proficient serious injury firm. They bring all the benefits of a the biggest firms in the market but none of the downsides.’

‘Sophie is a first-class litigator. She is tenacious in pursuing the most difficult cases and doing so successfully by combining shrewd judgment with a steely determinaton.’

‘Osbornes is becoming one of the top players in the claimant personal injury market. A large team with a great number of very high quality solicitors.’

‘Osbornes offers the service of a national firm with a regional focus. The personal injury practice is first class; very well resourced; and second to none. There is no suggestion of this been a bulk personal injury service provider – clients are individuals whose case are treated with the focus required when dealing with life changing injuries. ’

‘Their lawyers are smart, well trained, experienced and well managed.’

‘Sam Collard is an excellent litigator who deserves his place among the senior lawyers at Osbornes. He knows how to get results.’

‘Osbornes are an excellent firm, made up of lawyers with flair and pedigree.’

Work highlights


Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP

Tristan Hallam and Warren Collins co-head the personal injury practice at Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP, which specialises in representing claimants in high-value serious injury cases, often requiring expertise in catastrophic cognitive, spinal cord and orthopaedic injuries, amputations and psychiatric claims. The team represents both domestic and international claimants, with a strong transatlantic emphasis on injuries arising from holidays. Noted by one client for his ‘strategic vision’, Collins boasts expertise in fatal claims, spinal and, in particular cognitive injury claims. The ‘tactically astute’ Hallam works closely with the Police Federation in various psychiatric injury and sexual abuse claims. Louise Taylor routinely handles high-value group claims, including the Grenfell Tower civil litigation, while Sophie Bullimore is noted for her ‘superb grasp of detail on her claims’, which often includes both group and individual amputation and psychiatric claims.

Practice head(s):

Warren Collins; Tristan Hallam


Other key lawyers:

Louise Taylor; Sophie Bullimore


Testimonials

‘The team is highly specialised in personal injury with a high level of strategic input. What I think is different from other firms we have worked with is the integration of the claimant in the decision-making. The work is collaborative with the claimant, not didactic. This is highly appreciable.’

Sophie Bullimore is a likely future star in the field. She has superb grasp of detail on her claims. Louise Taylor is very smart and tough in fighting on her clients’ behalf.’

‘Tristan Hallam is very experienced and tactically astute.’

‘Warren Collins is highly competent and very committed to the claimant’s needs. His strategic vision is remarkable. I can only strongly recommend him as a fantastic personal injury lawyer with a specialisation on brain injuries.’

‘Great communication and understanding of personal circumstances.’

‘Genuine, professional, knowledgeable, understanding, hardworking and caring staff.’

‘This company takes a lot of care and interest in their clients wishes and always listens to concerns and explains the client’s case situation.’

‘Listened, emphasising with delicate and difficult situations and is realistic and open with you about your case.’

Work highlights


  • Acting as lead solicitors for the claimant involving a spinal cord injured professional racer who was negligently knocked off his bike by a safety car driver.
  • Represented a family from Israel who were on holiday in the UK. They were struck by an intoxicated driver who mounted the pavement.
  • Represented 33 police officers (the number might increase further) in relation to psychiatric injuries sustained following their involvement at the Grenfell Tower Fire disaster.

Hugh James

Led by Mark Harveythe London-based serious injury department of Hugh James is distinguished for its ‘strength and depth in military claims and international travel claims’, as well as for its capabilities in litigation pertaining to sexual abuse, including institutional child abuse.  Described as a ‘a standout star in his field of cross-jurisdictional claims’, Harvey maintains a leading role in the specialist claims team, which includes overseas travel injuries, along with sports accidents and injuries sustained from defective consumer products. Alan Collins is praised for his ‘enormous experience’, over 30 years, in sexual abuse litigation. Kevin Grealis‘ workload typically includes catastrophic injuries sustained from traffic collisions, while Mary Mulhall is noted for her work concerning asbestos and mesothelioma claims. Other key figures include Phoebe Osborne, praised for '(going) the extra mile for her clients’ during mesothelioma disputes.

Practice head(s):

Mark Harvey


Other key lawyers:

Alan Collins; Kevin Grealis; Mary Mulhall; Phoebe Osborne


Testimonials

‘The child abuse compensation team at Hugh James are at the very top of the their game. They have considerable experience and expertise, in particular, in representing clients who have been abused in a religious setting, by people in the public eye and in cases with an international element. ’

‘Alan Collins has enormous experience and is one of the “founding fathers” of child abuse compensation law, having been involved in many of the most significant cases. He is able to find solutions to problems and is very highly regarded. Clients appreciate his approachable manner and high work rate. He has particular expertise in claims with an international element.’

‘The asbestos and disease team at Hugh James is probably the largest and one of the strongest in the country. There is a huge area of talent, deep knowledge of this area of law, and outstanding leadership.’

‘Phoebe Osborne is brilliant. She always goes the extra mile for her clients.’

‘They take on serious cross-jurisdictional claims and do them thoroughly and determinedly, leaving no stone unturned to get a good result for the client.’

‘Mark Harvey is a stand-out star in his field of cross-jurisdictional claims, taking on the toughest claims and the biggest opponents.’

‘The team has real strength and depth in military claims and international travel claims.’

‘They are approachable, human and caring. They think of new ways to deal with matters rather than the sticking to the standard approach.’

Key clients

CHX


APIL and MASS


CET


Andrew Dodds


Dean Young


Work highlights


Moore Barlow

Described as a ‘go-to firm’ for personal injury litigation, Moore Barlow continues to advise on high-value catastrophic injury litigation, especially traffic accidents, spinal cord and pediatric cognitive injuries, as well as cross-border disputes in Europe and elsewhere. Acting for both domestic and international claimants, Damian Horan is noted for his ‘practical and effective approach’, bringing to bear his medical background and expertise in spinal cord and brain injury cases. Co-heading the team with Horan, Trevor Sterling has over 35 years’ experience in personal injury disputes, especially those requiring expertise in major traffic accidents. Matthew Claxson often advises on amputation claims, fatal claims, and orthopaedic injury claims, while Fadwa Errhioui regularly handles pediatric brain injury cases, and works closely with the Child Brain Injury Trust. In addition Amandeep Khasriya is commended for her ‘technical and tactical nous.’

Practice head(s):

Damian Horan; Trevor Sterling


Other key lawyers:

Fadwa Errhoui; Matthew Claxson; Amandeep Khasriya


Testimonials

‘Amandeep Khasriya is very impressive, displaying technical and tactical nous alongside a genuinely caring attitude toward her clients. ’

‘Damian Horan is a particularly good solicitor with a practical and effective approach to personal injury litigation.’

‘A go-to firm. Excellent client service’

‘Matthew Claxson – leading from the front in putting the client first at all times. A genuine force for good in the claimant space.’

‘Matthew Claxson is excellent: head and shoulders above everyone else in terms of his enthusiasm and commitment to securing best possible outcomes for his clients.’

‘Damian Horan is probably the very best spinal cord injury solicitor in the country. He is meticulous in his work and has a proven track record of considerable success for his clients and has settled some of the highest value cases in English legal history for his spinal cord injury clients.’

‘’Top quality high-profile work dealing with the most catastrophic injuries. There is real strength in depth from partner to trainee level.’

Key clients

Michael Turner


Ritzie Rapacon


Mason Feehan


Bronte Brown


Ms Czernuszka (in Czernuszka v King)


Mr Barnett


(6 cases)


Work highlights


  • Acted in a claim that arose from a road traffic collision that occurred on 16 July 2017 when a client was a restrained passenger in a vehicle being driven by his mother. The client, a minor, sustained a severe traumatic brain injury.
  • Represented a client who was injured playing an amateur game of rugby. She sustained a significant spinal cord injury resulting in paralysis.
  • Represented a client who was involved in a road traffic collision (motorcycle vs car) in 2019.

Shakespeare Martineau LLP

Praised for the ‘genuine and caring in their approach to the clients‘, the personal injury team at Shakespeare Martineau LLP is noted for its capabilites in a host of matters, covering multi-million pound serious injury cases and high-profile abuse cases. Practice head Martin Usher is a highly experienced serious injury specialist whose recent work engagements encompass spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and chronic pain. Malcolm Johnson is a highly regarded abuse specialist praised by clients for his ‘true depth of expertise’ and ‘calm under pressure’. ‘Capable, empathetic and hugely experienced’, Kent Pattinson possesses decades of experience advising on catastrophic injuries and high-value claims. Simon Pimlott – whose experience covers brain injury, spinal injury, orthopaedic injury, and psychiatric harm – is also recommended.

 

Practice head(s):

Martin Usher


Other key lawyers:

Malcolm Johnson; Kent Pattinson; Simon Pimlott


Testimonials

‘Simon Pimlott is a standout due to his personal and professional qualities. This includes his effective and efficient working practices, his proactive attitude to case progression, his desire to do the absolute best for his clients, his compassionate nature, his extensive knowledge of legal practices and his thoroughness and ability to work in tandem with all those involved in the case. My view of Simon has been formed over many years. Throughout this time he has exceeded my expectations in all ways and I have been continually grateful to have had such a competent legal professional dealing with my personal injury compensation claim.’

‘Malcolm Johnson is a standout practitioner who specialises in personal injury abuse cases on behalf of claimants. He is vastly experienced, with a wealth of knowledge and tactical acumen. He is very sympathetic to his clients and yet will provide robust advice where necessary. Malcolm can identify issues on abuse cases very effectively and efficiently and he has an extensive knowledge of case law and procedure in his area, which is vital given the complexity of these cases. He is the consummate professional who is highly respected by both claimant and defendant abuse practitioners.’

‘They always put the client at the centre of things.’

‘Kent Pattinson is capable, empathetic and hugely experienced.’

‘Malcolm Johnson is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. In addition to representing clients, he supports children’s rights advocates in the charity sector with pro bono advice. This means that many children and young people benefit his expertise in abuse, and he is also very knowledgeable about local authority complaints processes. He is passionate about equality and support for vulnerable people, including looked after children and those with disabilities.’

‘Kent Pattinson is one of the best personal injury solicitors in London for high value claims. He goes the extra mile for the client and gets good results.’

‘Friendly and approachable, nothing is too much trouble for the clients. I have found them to be genuine and caring in their approach to the clients and ensuring that all needs are met. Very quick response time to queries. Solutions and support with issues are always very forthcoming.’

‘Malcolm Johnson is wonderful to work with. He has a true depth of expertise in his field. He is very calm under pressure and is very thoughtful and compassionate with clients. He really cares about getting the best outcome for them and is a great strategist. ’

Key clients

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JS


HS


DP


Various – Yehudi Menuhin


PH


BF


MS


KS


GT


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    The Jesus Fellowship Survivors Association|Malcolm Johnson was instructed by the Jesus Fellowship Survivors Association in 2018 to act for them in negotiating the creation of a compensation scheme, which became operational in September 2022, to compensate former children in the care of the Jesus Fellowship Church Trust, also known as the “Jesus Army”, and its adult members who suffered abuse.
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    JS|The serious injury team represent JS, a young man who sustained a C6 spinal cord injury in a road traffic accident in March 2023 which rendered him paraplegic.
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    HS|Martin represents multiple passengers in the same vehicle who were injured when the vehicle they were travelling in collided with a tree at speed. This includes a young man who sustained multiple injuries the most significant of which was a serious traumatic brain injury.

Slater and Gordon

Headed up by Tracey BensonSlater and Gordon's personal injury practice is praised by clients for its ‘excellent personnel and resources’. The department’s expertise encompasses catastrophic injuries, including cognitive, spinal cord, amputation, and psychiatric claims, but is additionally capable in fatal inquests and inquiries, and high-profile group claims. Department head Benson is commended for her ‘hard work, industry and persistence’. She often works in conjunction with Will Cornwell, a ‘knowledgeable and experienced litigator' noted for his experience regarding catastrophic work and traffic injuries. Lisa Fountain holds over 20 years of experience in chronic pain and orthopaedic injury claims, while Simon Mason is a port of call for catastrophic cognitive injuries, polytrauma and fatal claims.

Practice head(s):

Tracey Benson


Other key lawyers:

Will Cornwell; Lisa Fountain; Simon Mason


Testimonials

‘Will Cornwell is a first class Claimant personal injury lawyer. I have worked as counsel with Will in a small number of high value (7 figure) claims. An injured claimant could not ask for a more sympathetic, knowledgeable and experienced litigator.’

‘An excellent well organised team with many impressive individuals.’

‘Tracey Benson has years of experience. She is a bright and very capable lawyer. A real fighter for her clients, unafraid of trial and determined to deliver the best results through hard work, industry and persistence, as well as bags of tactical nous.’

‘Slater & Gordon are a first-rate outfit. Their profile in the last 12-24 months has increased considerably and the nature of the work we do with them is both high-profile and high-value.’

‘Slater & Gordon are a national firm with excellent personnel and resources. The team is well led by Tracey Benson who conducts cases of the most serious injury in her own right.’

‘Slater & Gordon are a high quality personal injury practice with some excellent fee earners nationwide. The firm’s key strengths are its name and the profile that they have built within the sector – particularly at the sub-catastrophic injury level. They also have exceptional resourcing on their cases, so that everything required is always done and in a timely fashion.’

‘I have had experience of the Personal Injury Team in particular Will Cornwell. The firm’s focus is on obtaining the best possible settlement for their injured client. Their commitment to achieving this with legal acumen and attention to detail is exemplary.’

‘The team is led brilliantly by Tracey Benson. They are liked and trusted by their clients, always fighting hard to get the right result. An excellent firm.’

Key clients

Katrina Karasad


Aine Griffiths


Katie Lancaster


Jeremy French


Steven Gilmore


PIP Group litigation


Grenfell civil litigation


Mr Dumbrava via his LF Ana Dumbrava


Work highlights


Horwich Cohen Coghlan Solicitors

Patrick Maguire leads the ‘formidable department’ of serious and catastrophic injury practitioners in Horwich Cohen Coghlan Solicitors. Along with its proficiency in resolving high-value catastrophic injury claims, often involving complex spinal and cognitive injuries, the team’s workload frequently includes inquests and enquiries of fatal circumstances, requiring complex assessments of medical causation, liability and quantum. Noted for his capacity to ‘bring out the best of any case’, Maguire is highly experienced in fatal inquests, as well as spinal cord, cognitive and amputation claims, areas in which Amber Braybrooke is also well versed. In addition, Braybrooke holds over 10 years of experience in supporting client rehabilitation, along with serious injuries incurred in exceptional circumstances outside of workplaces or traffic accidents.

Practice head(s):

Patrick Maguire


Other key lawyers:

Amber Braybrooke


Testimonials

‘The London team at HCC has grown over the last few years to be a formidable department. It specialises in claimant work with a particular interest in representation of victims at inquests and inquiries. This is alongside its well established claimant catastrophic injury work.’

‘Lead partner Patrick Maguire is well supported by the two partners he brought across from Slater & Gordon, namely Joe Dodman and Amber Braybrooke. they make a formidable team.’

‘Very proactive, forward thinking and experienced staff.’

Key clients

Su Bushby (partner of Sgt Matt Ratana)


Family of Gabrielle Hutchinson


Smith Family


Tamsyn Wood


Nick Bailey


Harry Watson


Bateman Family


Pryzemek Dukala


Plymouth mass shooting victims (x4)


Susan Golding


Work highlights


  • Represented the bereaved partner of Sergeant Matt Ratana, who was shot dead in London in 2020.
  • Handling the claim and representation of all of the families of Kate Shepherd, Stephen Washington, the widow of Lee Martyn and the mother of Sophie Martyn during the Keyham Inquest.
  • Represented the family of Gabrielle Hutchinson who was fatally injured in a crowd crush while working at the O2 Academy in Brixton.

Russell-Cooke LLP

The clinical negligence practice at Russell-Cooke LLP fields a ‘very personable and competent team’, offering its expertise in both non-contentious inquests, along with complex and often sensitive disputes involving fatalities, sexual abuse, catastrophic injuries acquired in a wide variety of circumstances, and group claims. The team is additionally proficient in a number of novel and sophisticated claims, including those involving psychiatric injuries and complex causation claims. Highlighted for her ‘efficiency and speed’,  practice head Sarah Towler often advises on cognitive and spinal injury claims, along with work and traffic accidents litigation. Janice Gardner specialises in infectious injuries, along with catastrophic spine and brain injuries. In addition to heading the team’s inquest group, Dominic Fairclough often advises on fatal claims, owing to his extensive expertise in coronial and post-fatality investigations. Other key figures include Lucy Lawson, a port of call for serious orthopaedic, cognitive and spinal injury claims.

Practice head(s):

Sarah Towler


Other key lawyers:

Janice Gardner; Dominic Fairclough; Lucy Lawson; Nimmisha Aslam


Testimonials

‘Nimmisha is a very good communicator and replies very fast. She does not leave things hanging and I’m left there wondering what is going on, as soon as there is an update she presents it to me. She has explained to me my options with my case and I am happy with the advice and service I have received so far. ’

‘A dynamic team led by a partner with great people skills, with particular expertise in leisure accident cases and those that involve the intersection of cross-border personal injury and clinical negligence.’

‘Janice Gardner is loved by clients for her unique combination of warmth, humour and considerable commercial knowledge.’

‘When people ask me for a recommendation for a PI solicitor (or clinical negligence for that matter) I send them to the team at Russell Cooke. They are a bespoke outfit. The quality of service is consistently 10/10. Their small team provide the perfect mix of knowledge, expertise and client care. ’

‘Sarah Towler – gets the very best results for clients and with an efficiency and speed that makes others in the field look positively pedestrian! There is no justice delayed with Sarah but also no cutting corners. She is a joy to work with and clients love her.’

‘The PI team at Russell Cooke has a breadth of talent. I have worked with various solciitors at the firm and found all of them to be of the highest quality. Their talent ID is clearly doing something right!’

‘Dominic Fairclough – A first rate strategic thinker. Nimmisha Aslam – Has always considered the bigger picture, provides clear instructions and an all-round delight to work with. Ellie Miles – excellent client management and extremely clear communicator.’

‘A very personable and competent team, who are determined to get the best for their clients.’

Key clients

Ashley Bullard


Work highlights


  • Represented AS in illegality claim
  • Representation of the family of Bullard following fatal work accident claim.

RWK Goodman

Helen Childs and Richard Brooks co-head the personal injury department at RWK Goodman, regarded by one client as an ‘outstanding leader in the industrial disease sector’. The team holds a particular specialism in asbestos-related claims as well as other occupational diseases, a notable area of practice for Childs in particular. Brooks meanwhile advises claimants in chronic pain and neurological disorder litigation, overseeing cases involving injuries acquired at work or from an animal. Maud Lepez, who joined in early 2024, holds over 13 years of experience in cross-jurisdictional personal injury claims acquired during holidays or traffic accidents abroad.

Practice head(s):

Richard Brooks; Helen Childs


Other key lawyers:

Maud Lepez


Testimonials

‘This team, along with other offices within RWK Goodman, has become an outstanding leader in the industrial disease sector. The real strength of the team lies in the skill and dedication of its fee earners and partners.’

‘A specialised firm with dedicated expertise in the personal injury space. Excellent quality.’

‘The team – led by Helen Childs – has really forged ahead in the last 10 years, becoming one of the best in the market, taking on difficult cases and really making a name for themselves in an area of law that previously had been sewn up by a handful of other firms.’

‘Helen Childs leads by example. She is extremely hard working and diligent, and is always available for her clients. She is always able to develop a bound with them that makes them feel comfortable and in control.’

‘An outstanding firm which has grown from strength to strength. A leader in asbestos litigation.’

‘Helen Childs is a force to be reckoned with. Willing to take on the most difficult cases and manages to win them.’

‘Amazing asbestos litigation team – extremely knowledgable and always ready to go the extra mile.’

Key clients

Gordon D


Clifford W


James H


Robert S


Ellie Thorman


Maisie Wood


Work highlights


  • Advised on a mesothelioma claim for a particularly young mesothelioma sufferer with exposure that was at the bottom end of the latency period, during a period of nominal self employment but involving Lane v Shire Roofing “effectively an employee” arguments, and also involving the company’s insurers failing to confirm their involvement despite a positive ELTO search.
  • Advised the family of a man killed in a road traffic accident in France in a claim valued in excess of £5m.
  • Advised Ellie Thorman suing over pelvic injuries which ruined her Army Officer career.

Taylor Rose

Taylor Rose‘s personal injury practice is highlighted for its ‘excellent command of personal injury litigation’, advising on fatal injuries, work and traffic accidents, travel injuries, and complex professional negligence. The team is co-headed by senior partners Sean McCormack and Caroline Kempster, both of whom hold over 30 years of experience in work concerning catastrophic fatalities, road accidents and workplace liabilities. Ian Latimer is highly experienced in representing claimants in a variety of complex disputes, encompassing maximum severity injuries, diseases and fatalities, professional negligence and road traffic accidents. Simon Rooney is noted for public and occupier’s liability claims, along with the full spectrum of the team’s personal injury litigation.

Practice head(s):

Caroline Kempster; Sean McCormack


Other key lawyers:

Ian Latimer; Simon Rooney; Allen Myers


Testimonials

‘Ian is a super solicitor. He has an excellent command of all the issues in the case. His instructions always get to the point and it is very rare for any part of the brief to be missing or deficient.’

‘Very friendly, approachable, courteous and professional. No problems at all when dealing with this firm.’

‘Allen Myers represented me in a personal injury action. With regard to his personal relationship with me I can say that he was highly attentive to both my physical injury but also the psychological effects of the injury on me. That created trust which I greatly appreciated.’

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Thompsons Solicitors LLP

Noted for its ‘strong history of fighting the hardest of cases’, the personal injury department at Thompsons Solicitors LLP specialises in both workplace injuries and high-value novel matters affecting vulnerable claimants, such as the Grenfell Tower firefighters, along with catastrophic accidents. Senior partner Samantha Hemsley is the national head of serious injury, holding over 20 years of experience in maximum-severity cases involving cognitive, spinal and amputation injuries. Newly arrived regional manager Nolan Mortimer specializes in cross-border travel injury law. ‘Extremely capable and hardworking’, Nicola Saunders heads the serious injury team in London, and is experienced in maximum severity brain injuries in both children and adults, while Henrietta Phillips is highly active in litigation encompassing injuries acquired from work or road accidents.

Practice head(s):

Nicola Saunders|


Other key lawyers:

Samantha Hemsley; Nolan Mortimer; Nicola Saunders; Henrietta Phillips


Testimonials

‘I always felt that the team put my welfare first and the monetary side second. With out Thompsons help I wouldn’t have recovered as well as I did.’

‘Very experienced team in high-value complex cases. Very high levels of professionalism at every level.’

‘A brilliant team of dedicated solicitors who solely act for claimants in personal injury claims.’

‘Nicola Saunders is extremely capable and hardworking. Knows exactly how to litigate complex and high value cases to a successful conclusion”

‘A union firm through and through, who invariably prioritise the client’s interests over their own. A strong history of fighting the hardest of cases.’

‘Sam Hemsley is one of the strongest serious PI lawyers in the country. Always ready to fight and as aggressive as anyone nationally when the need arises. Superb. Nicola Saunders is hugely experienced in really difficult brain injury and amputation claims. She marries a light touch with a deep expertise.’

‘Collaborating with my firm on the Grenfell case, worked a treat and the second time they have done so.’

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