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Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLPWhat our Personal Injury Team Does to Support Those Impacted by Road Traffic CollisionsIn this podcast, Nicola Edgar and David Hossack discuss the work MFMac's Personal Injury team do to support those who have sustained injuries following a road traffic collision or those who have lost loved ones. 2024-11-2213 minMorton Fraser MacRoberts LLPA trauma-informed approach to personal injury lawIn this episode, David Hossack is joined by Nicola Edgar to discuss the importance of taking a trauma-informed approach to personal injury. 2024-08-0217 min
Morton Fraser MacRoberts Employment Law PodcastsPersonal Injury: Funding Claims and Recovering ExpensesIn the sixth and final episode of our series, David Hossack discusses issues around funding claims and recovering expenses with experts Nicola Edgar and Derek Couper. The issues discussed include the various ways claims can be funded, including Success Fee Agreements, insurance and Legal Aid. Nicola also sets out the impact of the recent introduction of QOCS and the circumstances when the protection this provide claimants may be taken away. Finally, Derek and Nicola provide their advice on maximising the expenses recoverable from the Defenders, by utilising Pursuer's Offers, applying for an additional fee and considering the best way t...2022-02-2221 min
Morton Fraser MacRoberts Employment Law PodcastsPersonal Injury: Case Law UpdateIn the fifth episode of our six-part masterclass in personal injury and medical negligence claims series, David Hossack discusses recent case law with experts Nicola Edgar and Derek Couper. These cases cover issues such as when the burden of proof will shift to a Defender and the importance of choosing the right expert witness. Derek discusses some recent medical negligence litigation which highlights the difficulties in proving causation, and what happens when witness evidence contradicts the medical evidence available. Nicola also discusses certain cases which highlight the importance of complying with the Court rules2022-02-0721 minMorton Fraser MacRoberts Employment Law PodcastsPersonal Injury: Impact of Covid-19 on Personal Injury LitigationIn the fourth episode of our six-part masterclass in personal injury and medical negligence claims series, David Hossack discusses the impact of Covid-19 on Personal Injury litigation with experts Nicola Edgar and Derek Couper. Listen to find out the current position with the Courts and the advantages and disadvantages of virtual hearings. They also discuss the legacy the current restrictions may have on our civil justice system, including the potential increased use of alternative dispute resolution. Nicola and Derek also cover the types of claims we may start to see being litigated as a result of the...2022-01-2417 minMorton Fraser MacRoberts Employment Law PodcastsPersonal Injury: QuantumIn the third episode of our six-part masterclass in personal injury and medical negligence claims series, David Hossack discusses with experts Nicola Edgar and Derek Couper how to value personal injury and medical negligence claims. This includes discussion on the various heads of claim which should be considered including solatium, loss of earnings, services and future losses including potential pension loss and any ongoing medical treatment which may be required. Nicola and Derek share their experience of how to evidence losses which have been incurred, taking into account who is making the claim. They also discuss recent loss of...2022-01-1022 minMorton Fraser MacRoberts Employment Law PodcastsPersonal Injury: LiabilityIn the second episode of our six-part series, David Hossack discusses with experts Nicola Edgar and Derek Couper their insights on establishing liability in personal injury and medical negligence claims. Nicola and Derek will share their experience on establishing liability depending upon the facts and circumstances of the case, including the tests applied by the court and the evidence which will be required to satisfy them. They will also provide tips on recovering evidence and discuss when expert evidence should be obtained, in light of recent case law.2021-12-0618 minMorton Fraser MacRoberts Employment Law PodcastsPersonal Injury: Masterclass in Personal Injury and Medical Negligence ClaimsIn the first episode of our six-part series discussing personal injury and medical negligence claims, experts, David Hossack, Nicola Edgar and Derek Couper will share their experience of the challenges and opportunities most often encountered when acting on behalf of individuals in pursuing claims resulting from injury, misdiagnosis, disease or death. They will also provide an introduction into the range of topics that will be covered in the series over the coming months. The six-part series is aimed at solicitors working in this area of law. It will focus on a variety of topics which are relevant to everyday...2021-11-2214 min