Key issues with care claims in catastrophic personal injury cases

Gerard McDermott QC talks about the key issues arising in relation to care claims in catastrophic personal injury cases.

Interviewed by Emma Lyons, Personal Injury Senior Associate at Stewarts.

Gerard provides invaluable insight based upon his vast experience and covered a range of topics including:

• Key considerations as to the appropriate type and level of care in a particular case;
• Views upon how should care be delivered;
• The pros and cons of Agency vs Direct Hire Care;
• When nursing care may be justified;
• Specific issues regarding care claims in ABI cases;
• The significance of the decision in Mencap v Tomlinson-Blake

Gerard McDermott QC practises from England and is based in London and Manchester, with associated offices in Abu Dhabi and New York.

His main areas of practice are Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Employment Law at all levels, although he maintains a diverse practice across the Common Law and Commercial fields. Gerard acts for both Claimants and Defendants.

Contact Emma Lyons on elyons@stewartslaw.com if you have any queries on this subject

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