Elizabeth Duncan
Slee BlackwellSlee Blackwell is best known for its stellar track record in niche areas of personal injury, in particular Animals Act, abuse, and criminal injuries compensation authority claims. James McNally is regarded by clients as ‘the ultimate expert in dog bite claims’, while Elizabeth Duncan, leveraging her ability to be ’excellent with vulnerable clients’, regularly handles historic sexual abuse cases. Jasmine Moxey-Butler is developing a strong reputation for police claims.
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Testimonials
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‘Elizabeth Duncan is a shining star in the PI firmament of lawyers in the South West. Manages a busy workload with grace under pressure.'
‘Excellent with clients. They tread the right line between friendly and professional. Real strength in unusual cases.’
‘Elizabeth Duncan is excellent with vulnerable clients. She builds rapport effortlessly. She hones in on the key issues in cases.’
‘James McNally has been clear and concise in terms of asking for information and providing explanations as to what is actually required. He has kept me informed at the right times and on the odd occasion I have needed to contact him he has always replied swiftly, even if that does mean outside of normal working hours. It also helps he is a great communication and fairly relaxed in his mannerisms, which puts you at ease.'
‘This firm is excellent, experienced and high quality. I received a highly competent, professional and sympathetic service.’
‘The way in which the case was handled with such compassion and care.’
‘Elizabeth Duncan was incredible. Finally gave me closure of something that had been hanging over me for so long.’
‘James McNally is the ultimate expert in dog bite claims, backed up by knowledge and experience in personal injury matters generally. He goes the extra mile to ensure the best possible result for his clients, and is also personable and approachable.'
Work highlights
- Represented a claimant who suffered amputation of eight fingers due to a safety switch failure on machinery at work, settling the case for £4.4m.
- Represented a claimant who was standing behind his HGV and was injured when the defendant's employee unexpectedly opened the rear doors, causing heavy boxes to fall on him, fracturing his foot and wrist, settling the case for £1.2m.
- Represented a survivor of childhood sexual abuse at a boarding school, pursuing compensation against the school for vicarious liability, and achieving a £150,000 settlement plus costs.
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James McNally