Personal injury: claimant

Leigh Day

Client Satisfaction

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.

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Testimonials

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‘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.

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