Watmores prides itself on being able to provide a comprehensive service to its clients, both private insurers and public bodies. In addition therefore to insurance and personal injury based litigation, we have experienced and specialist lawyers able to deal with all types of commercial claims involving property damage and related losses.

We consider that a pragmatic and pro-active approach should be taken in this type of litigation with early identification of problem areas and, if necessary, areas where expert evidence is required.

At Watmores you can be sure that you will be advised by lawyers who do not consider trial the only method of dispute resolution, and who will actively seek opportunities to settle by alternative dispute resolution, both formal and informal. We know that commercial reality and reputation is of great importance to our clients and such concerns are paramount in our lawyers’ minds when handling your cases.

 Areas of expertise

The following illustrates the breadth of experience at Watmores:

• Subsidence including tree root damage
• Cable damage
• Burst water mains
• Disrepair
• Fire damage
• Property collapse
• Damage to goods caused by failure in electricity supply/water damage etc
• Chemical spillage
• Sale of goods and product liability

 Some reported cases:

Re-Source America Ltd v Platt Site Services Ltd - fire damage to spools awaiting refurbishment
Thames Water Utilities Ltd v London Regional Transport and London Underground - possible negligent works carried out on a water main caused it to burst
Steuerman v Dampcoursing Ltd - failure to install cavity drain system and possible liability to claimant, a professional pianist, to provide alternative premises
IBC Vehicles Ltd v Durr Ltd - explosion in a paint shop

 Contact: Jon Grunewald or Ron Mullins