Specialist dispute resolution practitioner Greg Porter has particular capabilities in handling PI and clinical negligence matters and is noted for ‘going the extra mile’ for his clients. Porter heads up the offering at Butcher & Barlow LLP from the firm’s Northwich office. Thomas Sedley in Bury has notable experience in acting for claimants who have suffered brain, orthopaedic, and dental injuries, amongst others, as a result of RTAs.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Anthony Higham was very genuinely concerned with situation I had found myself in.’
- ‘Thomas Sedley would always explain things extremely well, in layman’s terms.’
- ‘Greg Porter provided clear advice and guidance through a complex process.’
- ‘Thomas Sedley is the person I have dealt with most and who is very approachable and responsive.’
- ‘Thomas Sedley is hardworking, approachable and knowledgeable. He seeks to grasp the issues early in the case, and has a forward-thinking approach. His client focussed approach is effective.’
- ‘Butcher and Barlow's personal injury and clinical negligence teams are highly experienced and approachable. They are willing to go the extra mile to obtain the best possible outcome.’
Work highlights
Advised the client on a complex claim valued in the region of £550,000 arising from an RTA in which the claimant suffered life-changing abdominal injuries requiring extremely complex surgery.
Advised the claimant on a claim of approximately £100,000 arising from an accident at work causing crushing injuries to the claimant’s hand and a partial detachment of his thumb.
Advised the client on a high-value claim arising from an RTA involving an ambulance in which the claimant was travelling as a patient.
Practice head
Greg Porter
Other key lawyers
Thomas Sedley; Anthony Higham