Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP

Peter Shervington is a Principal Associate with specialist experience in product liability, including litigation arising from alleged product defects, management of recalls and mitigation of product risks. He acts for major industrial clients including automotive OEMs and Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers and tech businesses. Recent experience includes:

• defending an automotive manufacturer in a major, £multi-million cross border dispute arising from a fatal accident• advising on numerous recalls from white goods, construction products and vehicles to connected devices• advising automotive clients on management of legal risks arising from EV and driverless technology• acting for clients faced with multiple claims arising from the PIP breast implant scandalPeter’s work is increasingly focussed on helping clients manage safety risks before problems occur, through compliance reviews, training and crisis management planning.

Principal Associate