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Dominique Smith elected as Chair of PEOPIL’s Medical Negligence special interest group.
We are delighted that Dominique Smith has been elected as Chair of PEOPIL’s Medical Negligence special interest group. Dominique is an experienced advocate and is regularly instructed in complex and catastrophic medical negligence claims, concerning treatment both provided domestically and overseas. Her cases often involve issues such…
APIL Guide to Catastrophic Injury Claims, Fourth Edition launched at Emirates Stadium
Over a hundred attendees celebrated the launch of the APIL Guide to Catastrophic Injury Claims, Fourth Edition at the Avenell Club at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday the 23rd of April. The event was sponsored by Pathway Expert Chambers, which provides independent medical expertise for both…
The Dekagram: 27th April 2026
This week Tom Collins brings us a tale from the coalface – an example of a jurisdictional challenge successfully resisted, with reflections on the evidence required in these cases, which – it seems to us – are becoming more and more prevalent in the post-Brexit,…
Deka Chambers barristers appear in the Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales 2026
We are delighted that Paul Stagg KC, Edward Lamb KC, Simon Butler and Anirudh Mandagere are recognised in this year’s Pro Bono Recognition List. The List recognises lawyers who undertook 25 hours or more legal pro bono over the last year. The list is available…
Several Deka Chambers barristers recommended by the Lexology Index
We are delighted that several members of our Travel Law team are recommended by the Lexology Index. Matthew Chapman KC, Sarah Prager KC, Jack Harding, Dominique Smith and Thomas Yarrow are recommended in the UK Bar Aviation & Travel section of the index. Lexology Index…
Gordon Exall reviews APIL Guide to Catastrophic Injury Claims
In his blog Civil Litigation Brief, barrister Gordon Exall, has called the APIL Guide to Catastrophic Injury Claims, Fourth Edition “a book of considerable importance, assistance and utility” and said that it is a “must buy”. The book was edited Stuart McKechnie KC, and is…
The Dekagram: 20th April 2026
Now that Spring finally appears to have arrived, our thoughts have turned to intoxication – this week Sarah Prager KC examines the potential dangers for those serving alcohol posed by over-refreshed patrons. Meanwhile, Andrew Spencer considers a recent decision on case management in group claims….
Women in Focus: A spotlight on issues in injury litigation involving women
Thank you to all those who attended our Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence conference at Glaziers Hall on the 15th of April. We were pleased to bring a variety of experts together to explore the topic: Women in Focus: A spotlight on issues in injury litigation involving women A huge…
Southport Inquiry: publication of the Phase 1 Report
On Monday 13 April 2026 Sir Adrian Fulford, Chair of the Southport Inquiry, published his Phase 1 report. Phase 1 of the Inquiry investigated the circumstances of the attack at a Taylor Swift themed dance class in which three young children lost their lives and others suffered life…
The Dekagram: 13th April 2026
This week Megan Bithel-Vaughan issues us with another warning on the use of AI in courts – despite our best efforts, litigators are still being caught out. You can’t say we didn’t warn you! Meanwhile Bethany Hutchison considers whether missing out a line of an…
Deka Chambers Pupils Beatrice Fatungase and Charlie Blair Now Accepting Instructions
We are pleased to announce that Deka Chambers pupils, Beatrice Fatungase and Charlie Blair, are now accepting instructions after starting the second 6 months of their pupillage. We are delighted for both of them and wish them the very best as they take this next…
Court of Appeal upholds convictions and 30 year sentence for multiple attempted murders in case prosecuted by Thom Dyke
In June 2023, Mr Bottarelli, who worked as a maintenance worker at Central Middlesex Hospital, carried out a spree of unprovoked and savage attacks against his colleagues, using a mattock (a tool similar to a large pickaxe) and a surgical scalpel. Mr Bottarelli was convicted…
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