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Stuart Gist is an Associate Director and highly experienced personal injury solicitor, known for his compassionate approach and expertise in complex, high-value claims. He is dedicated to supporting clients through some of the most challenging circumstances with clarity and care.
Stuart qualified as a solicitor in 1996 and has spent three decades specialising in claimant personal injury work. He has built a wealth of experience across a broad spectrum of claims, including road traffic accidents, employer and public liability cases, fatal accident claims and medical negligence matters.
Stuart joined Harris Fowler in 2020, bringing with him extensive experience in all aspects of personal injury law, including motor accidents, slips and trips, employer and public liability claims, fatal accident cases, and more recently, medical negligence matters.
As an Associate Director at Harris Fowler, Stuart brings his wealth of expertise to guide clients through complex and high-value claims, ensuring they receive the support and compensation they deserve. He is known for his professionalism, empathy, and unwavering commitment to clients during challenging times.
Stuart has been actively involved with several national organisations in the personal injury sector, including volunteering for the brain injury charity Headway. He served as a Director of the Motor Accident Solicitors Society (MASS) from 2016 and is an APIL accredited Senior Litigator.
A client sustained life-changing injuries resulting in an above-knee amputation following a road traffic collision involving an electric scooter.
Tap to read moreOur client sustained life-changing injuries following a collision with another driver whilst riding a privately owned electric scooter on a public highway. As a result of the accident, he suffered catastrophic leg injuries which ultimately led to an above-knee amputation.
The claim involved complex legal arguments surrounding the use and legality of privately owned electric scooters on public roads, alongside extensive medical evidence regarding the long-term impact of the injuries and future rehabilitation needs.
We successfully secured £1,000,000 in damages to support our client’s ongoing care, rehabilitation, prosthetic requirements and future losses.
A client sustained multiple orthopaedic injuries after falling 30 feet through the roof of an agricultural building while at work.
Tap to read moreStuart acted for a client who suffered serious injuries after falling approximately 30 feet through the roof of an agricultural building during the course of his employment.
The incident resulted in multiple orthopaedic injuries with long-term implications.
Liability was admitted, allowing the focus to remain on valuing the full extent of the injuries and their impact.
Stuart successfully secured £400,000 in damages at a settlement meeting, reflecting the seriousness of the accident and its ongoing consequences.
A client suffered serious spinal injuries at work, with the employer disputing both liability and the cause of the injuries.
Tap to read moreStuart represented a claimant who sustained serious spinal injuries following a fall at work.
The case was strongly contested, with the employer disputing not only liability but also whether the injuries had been caused by the accident at all.
The claim required detailed medical and factual evidence to establish causation and responsibility.
Despite these challenges, Stuart successfully negotiated a £400,000 settlement, securing a significant outcome for the client without the need for trial.
Stuart acted on behalf of the estate of a deceased driver, securing compensation for the family following a disputed fatal road traffic accident.
Tap to read moreStuart represented the estate of a driver who was tragically killed in a road traffic accident while being pursued by another vehicle.
Liability was disputed throughout the claim, requiring careful investigation and legal argument to establish responsibility.
Stuart successfully secured a substantial settlement for the deceased’s family, including court-approved damages for the minor children, ensuring financial support following the loss of a loved one.
A scaffolder suffered serious leg injuries after falling from height. Despite disputes between multiple defendants, a settlement of £170,000 was successfully secured.
Tap to read moreOur client suffered serious leg injuries after falling from scaffolding whilst working as a scaffolder.
The case involved three separate Defendants, with substantial disputes regarding which party was responsible for the accident and the safety failings that led to the incident.
Despite the complex liability issues, we successfully secured £170,000 in damages for our client.
A serving Royal Marine sustained multiple injuries due to a defective work vehicle. The claim was contested, but a six-figure compensation settlement was achieved.
Tap to read moreOur client, the claimant, was a serving Royal Marine.
He sustained multiple orthopaedic injuries in an accident whilst driving a defective vehicle during his employment.
The claim was disputed, but we recovered a 6 figure compensation package for the claimant in settlement.
If you have been injured at work due to unsafe conditions, poor training, or employer negligence, our team can help you understand your options and pursue the compensation you deserve.
If your treatment has fallen below an acceptable standard, we can help you make a medical negligence claim and support you through every stage of the process.
Whether you were a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian, we can help you make a claim following a road traffic accident and recover compensation for your injuries.
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury, our specialist team can support you through every stage of your claim. We provide clear guidance and work to secure the compensation you need for your recovery and future care.
