Sophie Davies Discusses Access to Justice Crisis in the Law Society Gazette
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Sophie Davies, Head of Personal Injury at Osbornes Law, has shared her perspective on the mounting pressures facing claimants and the lawyers who represent them, in a cover feature published by the Law Society Gazette.
The article, written by journalist Catherine Baksi, examines a growing access-to-justice crisis affecting people harmed by the negligence of others. Despite injuries caused by negligence continuing to rise, personal injury claims have fallen by around 60% over the past decade – a trend the piece attributes to a combination of legal aid cuts, reforms to the civil justice system, and an increasingly hostile environment for claimants.
Speaking to the Gazette, Sophie discussed the impact of fixed recoverable costs (FRCs) on the sector. She explained that the fees allowed under the fixed costs regime were pitched too low from the outset and have failed to keep pace with inflation since.
Sophie also raised concerns about the conduct of some defendants and insurers, noting there is little to deter unreasonable behaviour, including the growing use of unmerited “fundamental dishonesty” allegations against genuine claimants.
Sophie Davies later commented:
“Behind every claim and every statistic is a real person, often a family, dealing with the consequences of an injury that should never have happened. Access to justice must remain at the heart of the personal injury system.”
Read the full article on the Law Society Gazette.
How we can help
Despite the challenges facing the personal injury sector, Osbornes Law remains fully committed to supporting injured clients every step of the way. If you or a loved one has been affected by an accident that wasn’t your fault, get in touch with Sophie and her specialist team of personal injury lawyers, by:
- completing our online enquiry form; or
- calling us on 020 7485 8811.
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She has particular expertise in claims for brain and orthopaedic injuries.
Sophie Davies has notable experience in a range of personal injury claims sustained in the workplace and cycling collisions.
Sophie's instincts are impeccable. She is a force to be reckoned with.
Sophie is a fantastic lawyer who really knows her stuff.
Department head Sophie Davies handles severe injury and fatality matters with a focus on early rehabilitation.
Sophie Davies runs the PI team and is a dedicated professional and extremely knowledgeable and caring about her clients.
Sophie Davies is an excellent solicitor.
Sophie Davies is approachable, professional and a joy to work with.
Sophie is a first-class litigator. She is tenacious in pursuing the most difficult cases and doing so successfully by combining shrewd judgment with a steely determination.
Sophie Davies is a specialist in major cognitive and lower limb injury claims.
Sophie is personable and bright with the complete trust of her clients. She works with enthusiasm and dedication.
Sophie's knowledge of any given catastrophic case she's working on is compendious, returns all the details and is able to deploy them effectively.
Sophie is gentle, determined and efficient. She absolutely knows what she is doing and is a really good practitioner.
Sophie Davies is particularly adept at dealing with challenging claims by European nationals who have suffered serious injuries in the UK.
Sophie Davies is outstanding. She takes on tough cases and pushes them to a successful conclusion.
Sophie Davies specialises in brain injury and lower limb amputation cases.
"Sophie and Elma were invaluable in guiding me through the process of making my insurance claim, and helped me reach the best possible outcome from the worst possible situation. The tremendous loss I dealt with from the accident was absolutely compensated for, and I would have been beyond incapable of achieving this without their help. It doesn’t beg thinking what I would have done without them.""
“You've been the most amazing, understanding, professional, compassionate [and] respectful... I did not dream I could end up in better hands. There are no words to describe my appreciation and gratitude.”
"Excellent help and advice from Sophie in a car accident claim. The work was done on no win no fee basis, the final fee was very reasonable, very satisfied with the outcome which we would not have achieved without such a knowledgeable advice."
"Sophie Davies' guidance and suggested opportunities to strengthen my case as well her experienced and supportive handling of issues that arose over the twenty months, made the whole experience predictable and stress free. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Osbornes."
"I would like to say, I was lucky to have Sophie Davies as a lawyer. She was very good at explaining in detail the legal terms, clarifying the procedure and the possibilities. She has a very deep knowledge and experience."
“Thank you and thank you once again for all your hard work and support through it all. ”
“I am really happy with the result Osbornes solicitors got me and that I received such a personal, friendly service and support throughout.”
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