James Weston
James practices in the fields of clinical negligence, catastrophic injury and abuse / social services claims. Within his areas of expertise, he regularly appears at inquests representing families, local authorities and institutional clients.
James undertakes a range of complex and high value clinical negligence work. He has a particular expertise in cases involving birth, brain and neurological injury, as well as psychiatric claims. He also represents families at coronial proceedings including Article 2 inquests following deaths in psychiatric units.
James defends local authorities and other bodies in litigation and inquests involving allegations against child and adult social services. He also has a particular expertise in claims under Articles 2, 3, 5 and 8 of the Human Rights Act. He regularly represents local authorities at inquests where the reputation and standing of social work professionals and departments is in question.