Alex is a Senior Associate in the clinical negligence team in the Thames Valley office and has represented injured clients for over 20 years. He is a Senior Litigator member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).
Expertise
Alex has a wealth of experience in a wide variety of cases arising from clinical negligence including birth injuries, spinal surgery and GP negligence, and has a special interest in cases concerning general and orthopaedic surgery and delayed diagnosis of cancer.
Prior to becoming a solicitor Alex worked as a Staff Nurse in the areas of vascular surgery and intensive care. His clinical experience has given him a sound understanding of medical terminology and procedures which enables him to quickly identify the key issues to be addressed when investigating complex cases.
Highlights
· Secured a settlement approaching £500,000 due to the failure to treat a spinal infection
· Recovered a six figure settlement due to nerve damage during a biopsy, resulting in a permanent weakness in the claimant’s dominant arm.
· Represented a client who suffered significant long-term injuries as a result of a surgical swab being left inside them.
· Acted for a client who required prolonged treatment and suffered a significantly extended recovery due to a delay in diagnosing rectal cancer
Testimonials
“I would highly recommend Shoosmiths Solicitors and special (SIC) Alex himself. Alex demonstrated genuine care and compassion throughout my case, he listened, answered my questions and supported me throughout the process. My case was successfully settled and that was due to Alex’s skills, passion and determination. I can’t thank him and his team enough.”
“From the moment you took on my case I have been fully involved, informed and everything explained. You have understood my emotions and encouraged me along the way, basically done more than I ever could have imagined. Thank you.”
“Brilliant all the way from start to finish. Keeping me updating with everything and always going above and beyond. They have really pushed to get the best results we could have hoped for and I'm very happy to have had them as our solicitors.”