RWK Goodman’s personal injury team maintains expertise across asbestos-related disease, complex chronic pain, international injury, and animal claims. Helen Childs leads the industrial disease group, which is recognised for its strength in high-difficulty mesothelioma and occupational illness cases. Richard Brooks brings specialist experience in equine and animal-related injuries, while Maud Lepez leads the international sub-team with dual-qualification and cross-border capabilities. The team handles multitrack matters and is especially active in claims involving functional neurological disorders and PHI disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘Maud Lepez is the standout practitioner here. She has an unrivalled knowledge of both French and English law and procedure and as a result is able to get results for her clients that others could not.’
‘Very knowledgable team, kept me informed with everything that was happening they never gave up and fought for my claim. Very good company.’
‘Excellent proactive approach. Leading knowledge and experience with team of extremely competent professionals from which to draw support as required.’
‘The personal injuries team at RWK Goodman provide a personalised approach to asbestos claims that shows their desire to support and achieve the best for their clients. They are highly recommended.'
- 'They are organised, efficient and respond appropriately and quickly to queries and are able to support clinicians with clinical information in a timely manner.'
‘RWK Goodman have phenomenal knowledge of the Animals Act. They strive to ensure that clients needs are met and excel in their work.’
Work highlights
Represented a mesothelioma client in a hotly contested case involving negotiating settlement on a full liability enhanced lifetime basis with access to private medical treatment.
Represented a stable girl in her £1.5m claim High Court trial.
Represented a client in achieving a settlement at assessment in a living mesothelioma claim with an uplift in general damages for COVID, and reducing notional tax and national insurance from the historic 25% to 20%.
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Practice head
Helen Childs; Richard Brooks
Other key lawyers
Maud Lepez; Jennifer Seavor; Rachel James; Rachel Hicks