Kathleen Gaughan
Associate
ABOUT KATHLEEN
Kathleen is an Associate in our Personal Injury team.
Kathleen has a background in litigation and is experienced in pursuing and defending claims in the Sheriff Court and Court of Session. She has represented clients on a wide range of claims including road traffic accidents, accidents in the work place, product liability and medical negligence.
She regularly appears in Sheriff Courts across Scotland on behalf of pursuers and insurer clients.
highlights
- Scottish agent in All-Scotland Personal Injury Action arising out of the 2013 Glasgow Clutha helicopter crash. This involved preparing the case for jury trial and ultimately negotiating damages of twice the defender's original offer.
- Represented the victim of negligent back surgery leading to £50,000 compensation after claim was previously rejected by another firm of solicitors.
- Acted for a leading car manufacturer in successfully defending a £45,000 product liability claim.
- Obtained damages from an employer and a vehicle manufacturer following a client's accident using work equipment.
- Secured an award of £72,000 for a scaffolder who was originally offered £3,500 in a slip/trip accident at work.
- Secured £90,000 settlement for client who was immunocompromised following road traffic accident.
- Secured £200,000 settlement for client who suffered a serious shoulder injury in a road traffic accident.
Kathleen’s recent articles
“I received superb service from Lindsays throughout my claim. My case had been lying dormant for two years and I didn’t think it was worth the hassle. I spoke with Lindsays, who passed my case to Kathleen to deal with. Kathleen was great, and things moved on from there. Due to COVID, some things were delayed, however, Kathleen kept me updated regularly. I was very happy with the service and the settlement I received.“
John, March 2021
“Client care seems to be at the top of their agenda, as is pressing for the maximum amount possible in compensation. The legal knowledge and competence of the firm should place them at the forefront of the market.“
The Legal 500 UK
“Thank you very much for your professional services in the matter of my claim. I think you achieved a result in excess of both of our expectations which is a measure of the thoroughness you demonstrated in preparing the claim. I am most grateful for your help and assistance.“
Client testimonial, July 2022
“Lindsays is my law firm of choice in Scotland. Their team are working according to highest professional standards. They are always approachable and constantly aim for the most effective and efficient solution in the interest of their client.“
Professor Sebastian Hoffmann, November 2022