Employers’ Liability

We have been at the forefront of employers’ liability litigation since our foundation 70 years ago, and we are known for the strength of our advocacy and robust approach to litigation, as well as for the quality of our cases.  

Our industrial injury work covers the full spectrum of cases. For a full breakdown of industrial disease cases, visit our dedicated page. Previous matters in this area have involved accidents:

  • on oil rigs, construction sites, and farms
  • in mines, factories, offices, hospitals, educational settings, and places of entertainment 

Occupational Disease cases are handled by a team of dedicated practitioners with a proven track record in this field of work. We have particular experience in handling cases involving asbestos, deafness, dermatitis, occupational stress and vibration white finger.  Members of the team write and lecture on Occupational Disease matters. 

We work for employers and employees. We understand that when acting for claimants, funding by conditional fee will be the norm.  In all cases, we focus on effective communication and a partnership approach with our clients. 

We understand that cases must be handled robustly but also with sensitivity and an awareness of the wider repercussions for the individual employee or employer. 

Related Expertise

Barristers with Expertise in this area

King’s Counsel


Robert Glancy KC

Silk 1997 | Call 1972

Stephen Killalea KC

Silk 2006 | Call 1981

Robert Weir KC

Silk 2010 | Call 1992

Junior Counsel


Colin Mendoza

Call 1983

Peter Edwards

Call 1992

Laura Bell

Call 2004

Kate Balmer

Call 2009

Jesse Crozier

Call 2009

Katya Hosking

Call 2014

Harry Sheehan

Call 2017

Charlie Hill

Call 2019