Forbes Solicitors' Central Lancashire-based team has a particular specialism in social housing and care-related health and safety issues and in assisting with related investigations. The team also has experience assisting clients in matters with cross-jurisdictional elements where an accident has occurred abroad, for example. The team is co-led by the ‘incredibly knowledgeable’ Kella Bowers. Bowers leads alongside Ridwaan Omar, who has experience handling complex inquest cases, and Preston’s Carrie Gilgun.

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‘A very personal approach, detailed and careful communication and no jargon, ensuring that a non-legal person fully understands the approach to be taken. Full support throughout the claim or process and feedback provided on a personal level.’
‘Very close relationships within the firm which allows individuals to go the extra mile and make use of a colleague's expertise if they see such an opportunity.’
‘Ridwaan Omar is very knowledgeable, very thorough in his work, and patient with clients. Ready to listen and engage.’
‘Very supportive of our clients who may need assistance in relation to serious accidents and injuries to employees or members of the public. Trusted by clients.’
‘Kella Bowers is very approachable and incredibly knowledgeable. With Kella on the case, you know you will get exceptional service.’
‘Everyone at the team is extremely knowledgeable and quick to respond to new cases or queries.'

Work highlights

Represented a green energy company in HSE prosecution following an alleged breach of working at height regulations.

Represented a Council at the inquest into death of 4 young men in a road traffic accident in Snowdonia.

Represented a school teacher during proceedings in France following the drowning of a pupil on a school trip.

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Kella Bowers; Ridwaan Omar; Carrie Gilgun

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