The ‘well-respected and very experienced team’ at RPC handles a range of complex health and safety issues, including serious incidents, gross negligence claims and corporate manslaughter issues. The practice is co-led by the ’brilliant’ Gavin Reese and Fiona Hahlo, who represent clients in investigations and prosecutions for catastrophic injuries and fatal accidents. Senior associates Steven Aitken and Charles Appleby are key contacts in the Bristol office.
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Testimonials
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- 'RPC are a premier league health and safety firm. They are beloved by their clients for their commercial and pragmatic approach to cases, where they add huge value to all of their cases with the strength of their team and their huge experience in tackling the most difficult legal problems.'
- 'Gavin Reese is a brilliant lawyer. There is no-one better to have in your corner in a health and safety case.'
Key clients
- AXA XL
Work highlights
Defending Capital Karts in its prosecution by a local authority following the death of an individual who suffered fatal injuries when her scarf caught in the rear axle of a go-kart on 6 August 2021.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Gavin Reese; Fiona Hahlo
Other key lawyers
Steven Aitken; Charles Appleby