Emma Saville heads up Lyons Davidson’s personal injury team in Bristol, which houses the serious and catastrophic injury units. The firm fields dedicated specialists focusing on a wide range of matters arising as a result of road traffic accidents; motorcycle, cyclist and pedestrian accidents; and accidents in the workplace. A large proportion of practitioners have expertise in brain injuries, including Katie Charlesworth, Sally Welsh and Laura Merry, who has a niche focus on child brain injury matters. Oliver Marsh oversees the foreign claims group, while Chris Kemp leads the non-motor injuries offering.
Testimonials
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‘Katie Charlesworth is a very impressive and capable lawyer who achieves excellent results for her clients. Her client care skills are of the highest order. I cannot recommend Katie highly enough.'
'The quality of work they handle and the quality of service they deliver are both equally impressive.’
‘I have been struck by the professionalism and willingness to go the extra mile for their clients shown by the individuals I have worked with.’
- 'Kerry Dutton's dedication to her client, her ability to form a positive professional relationship with her injured client and her calmness in dealing with other legal professionals and experts has really shone through.'
- 'I was very impressed with Sally Welsh's ability to bring the evidence together so as to be able to present a cogent claim in a short time frame. She has the rare knack of making her clients feel comfortable with her and completely confident in her abilities.’
‘The team was very professional and caring when it came to my claim. They understood the severity of the claim and went through the process sincerely and quickly. They guided us through the process with ease and supported every decision we made and also gave suggestions to get the most out of the situation, which in the end would benefit you more than going the easy route.’
‘Always professional, excellent communication skills, keen to please and help. I think this firm is exceptional and would certainly recommend their services.’
‘The team combines knowledge and competency with a real ability to deal compassionately and personally with a client. These are essential and valuable attributes when assisting clients who have often suffered injury leading to significant life changes.’
Work highlights
- Acted in a claim relating to breach of the Animals Act 1971, which settled pre-action in the net sum of £350,000.
- Represented a claimant in a fatal accident case, for which settlement was reached in the sum of £730,286.
- Representing a claimant following a road traffic accident which resulted in serious lower limb fractures, for which fusion surgery to both feet has been recommended.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Emma Saville