Acted in a case where alleged negligence by a GP led to brain damage to a child. A retrial was ordered where the Judge applied “Bolitho” rider to the “Bolam” test without consulting parties. The retrial was settled at £1.4million.
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On foreign cases, he is nothing short of excellent
Chambers and Partners 2016
One of the very best personal injury barristers in the country. He is a vastly experienced practitioner who covers the full range of catastrophic injury matters. He is noted for his specialist knowledge of EU employment regulations and is also qualified to practise in the state of New York.
Chambers and Partners 2016
Gerard McDermott QC is “incredibly clever, he’s very good with clients and a great team player.”
Chambers & Partners 2015
I would like to sincerely thank you for your assistance regarding my personal injury claim. I can say without hesitation that you have exceeded my expectations. Your service has been 1st Class, kind and considerate. I will certainly recommend your services to others in the future. Many Thanks!
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“Savvy, wily and long-standing campaigner” Gerard McDermott QC is a popular choice with clients due to his knowledge of catastrophic injury cases, his expertise in aviation claims and his track record of handling road traffic accidents abroad.
Chambers and Partners (Personal Injury)2012
Gerard McDermott QC consistently acts on leading and high-value cases on applicable law, typically those relating to fatal or catastrophic injuries from RTAs in the USA or Europe. He has experience of complex MIB cases, acting on the claimant side.
Chambers and Partners 2016
His client care skills are incomparable. He is also incredibly well connected and amazingly well respected on all sides
Chambers and Partners 2016
He works very hard to ensure he has a complete command of all evidence before the trial
Chambers and Partners 2016
Gerard McDermott QC is one of the very best personal injury barristers in the country. He is a vastly experienced practitioner who covers the full range of catastrophic injury matters.
Chambers and Partners 2016
Gerard is “a very high-calibre practitioner, who fights very hard for his clients. He is very dedicated, very approachable and a real grafter.” “He is one of the best PI silks I have worked with – he lives and breathes the case, will immerse himself in it and has all the facts at his fingertips.”
Chambers & Partners 2015