The ‘extremely able’ team at BTO Solicitors LLP routinely acts for high-profile insurers and self-insured organisations. In Edinburgh, Wendy Thomson leads the team, utilising her longstanding experience to handle high-profile workplace accident claims. Glasgow’s Catherine Currie is well-equipped to handle the full spectrum of cases involving amputations and both brain and spinal injuries, with a strong focus on fatal claims. Praised by clients for her ’exceptional know-how and steely determination’, Claire White stands out due to her specialism in sport-related claims and product liability. Rhona McKerracher often advises clients on motor and public liability claims, with a strong focus on psychiatric and orthopaedic injury work.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Catherine Currie's team possesses the level of acumen we need on large losses, which assists us greatly in communications with our stakeholders.’
- ‘Rhona McKerracher is a very experienced and capable associate.’
Key clients
- RSA
- American International Group UK Limited
Work highlights
Advised a UK-based manufacturer of a yacht winch and their insurers, in connection with a claim brought in the Florida courts by an individual who suffered serious hand injuries while using the equipment on a yacht.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Wendy Thomson
Other key lawyers
Catherine Currie; Claire White; Rhona McKerracher; Stephen Bryceland