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James Sullivan

Barrister

James has a High Court and multi-track practice specialising in all aspects of personal injury and clinical negligence. He has complementary expertise in respect of accidents abroad and insurance fraud. He is very regularly instructed as sole Counsel in cases valued well in excess of £1,000,000.

James’ personal injury practice is focused on cases involving catastrophic and life changing injuries. He has particular expertise in respect of serious brain or head injuries cases (including subtle brain injuries), amputation cases (upper and lower limb), cases involving fusion or joint replacement surgery, and cases involving major psychiatric injuries.

James has a particular interest in cases concerning sporting injuries and the impact of injuries on sporting careers. James was led by Richard Methuen Q.C. in a case involved a prominent sportsperson who suffered injuries in a road traffic accident. Liability for the accident was not in issue however there were substantial arguments relating to the impact of the Claimant’s injuries on the Claimant’s sporting career (loss of a chance).

James has experience involving cases concerning the impact of orthopaedic injuries on professional sporting careers such as diving, swimming and golf. He has also advised in cases concerning liability for sporting accidents in the football, climbing, gymnastics, skiing and golf.

 

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James Sullivan

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