‘Providing excellent advice while prioritising the well-being of its clients’, RWK Goodman is renowned for its strength in complex personal injury cases, particularly those involving brain and spinal cord injuries, amputations, asbestos-related diseases, and fatal accident claims. Tracy Norris-Evans oversees the firmwide department, specialising in neurological and paediatric cases, while Ian Carrier leads the Thames Valley team, focusing on traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, with experience in matters involving foreign jurisdictions. Rachel James, based in Oxford, leads the dedicated industrial disease team, with extensive experience in handling asbestos-related cases.
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Testimonials
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‘A very strong and dedicated team who are experts in asbestos litigation.’
‘RWK Goodman is one of the strongest regional firms providing an in-depth service of the same excellence as the leading national/London personal injury firms.’
‘Ian Carrier is one of the most forensic lawyers whose approach is second to none in detail, experienced in dealing with cases of the utmost severity. Mark Walters is an up-and-coming lawyer who works with Ian, who is developing his own flourishing practice.’
‘This practice continues to be very client-focused and focused clearly on best outcomes for its vulnerable clients. Easily contactable and clear professional communication throughout.'
‘I have found working with Mark Walters very positive, with excellent communication and collaboration with myself and the treating team. Mark makes himself available for discussion with all of the team and the client, and is open to our comments and feedback.’
‘RWK Goodman is an acknowledged expert in asbestos litigation. The team is knowledgeable and competent. From the point of view of the medical expert, they provide clear instructions, and documentation is available promptly in an accessible format. The partners respond quickly to emails raising any issues of importance.’
Work highlights
Advised on an amputation claim involving severe Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, functional neurological disorder and psychological sequelae, successfully maximising the claim despite issues of contributory negligence.
Advised on a traumatic brain injury claim, securing fully funded neuro-rehabilitation and a multi-disciplinary team for the claimant.
Advised on an industrial disease claim involving low-level asbestos exposure in the Merchant Navy, transferred to the executors of the deceased client’s partner, and settled before trial.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Tracy Norris-Evans; Ian Carrier; Rachel James
Other key lawyers
Mark Walters