James Arrowsmith

Advising a high end retail chain in relation to their investigation into allegations of grooming against one of their staff, including employment, information and reputation management issues and liaising with police in respect of potential criminal aspects.

Advising an outdoor activity charity on allegations of CSE by an abuser who used their organisation as a front for some of his activities.

Investigating allegations by over 100 pupils at a local authority run school in relation to abuse, and progressing claims to settlement.

Alleged sexual assaults and voyeurism of a doctor in private practice. Estimated to be over 200 potential complainants.

Supreme Court case of Armes v Nottinghamshire County Council (2017).

Advising an insurer in relation to multiple sexual assault claims against a medical practice, including coverage, liability and reserve estimation. Advice to underwriters in relation to relevant policy wordings.

Advising on a maximum severity car / bus RTA with multiple casualties including fatal and catastrophic injuries, including first notification and coordinating insurer response including evidence gathering, identification of casualties, projected reserves and implementation of rehab where appropriate.