CFG Law specialises in serious and catastrophic brain injury claims, particularly resulting from road traffic accidents. The team is jointly led by expert on psychological trauma following injury Vicky Whitney, ‘amazing’ Emily Kalwak, and head of the Manchester office Matthew Evans. David Hilton, Michelle Cresswell, Emma Jones and Nigel Smith are among the other key names to note in the team. The firm is recommended for its compassionate approach, keeping the client’s ‘needs and feelings paramount’.

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‘They are very methodical and diligent. They appear to be very professional, dedicated and empathetic with the case, keeping my needs and feelings paramount.’
‘I value the depth of communication from Emma Jones and Nigel Smith from CFG Law. They have always put me first. They work well together by taking over tasks when one or the other is unavailable. They give me the impression that they really care about me and will only pursue something if it is in my best interest.’
‘Approachable and available, a team led by Emily Kalwak who goes above and beyond, leading by example.’
‘Emily Kalwak and David Hilton both are available at all times to offer reassurance and gifting us confidence in the most difficult of circumstances. Friendly, professional and above all knowledgable.’
‘The team at CFG have been incredibly supportive, helping us all the way through a long and emotional journey. We always felt as though we had someone available to support us and that they had our best interests at heart.’
‘When we started to work with CFG, we had no idea what was happening, what CFG did or whether to trust them, it was all a complete blur as we entered into a different world. It didn’t take long for us to realise that we had made the best decision possible and had found someone in Emily Kalwak who would get us through a very difficult time.'
‘This practice is amazing, specifically Emily Kalwak, she has an amazing team that work with her. Emily was so approachable, nothing was too much trouble, I was able to contact her whenever I needed to.’

Work highlights

Secured a £4m settlement for a client who sustained a severe traumatic brain injury in a road traffic collision.
Obtained a £3.7m settlement through the Motor Insurers’ Bureau for a client who sustained a traumatic brain injury in a pedestrian hit-and-run collision.
Obtained a £2.8m settlement for a client who sustained a severe traumatic brain injury in an accident at work.