Gerry O'Brien
Gerry O'Brien is a brain injury solicitor at Coulthursts Solicitors. With 30 years of experience acting for those seriously injured, Gerry has dealt with many cases for clients who have suffered traumatic brain injuries, amputation, and significant orthopedic injuries.
Gerry has considerable experience acting for clients who suffered brain injuries at work or in serious road traffic accidents, including those involving uninsured or untraced motorists.
He has secured million-pound settlements for his clients, including provision for suitable accommodation, future loss of earnings, lifelong care, rehabilitation, and medical treatment. He is committed to ensuring clients receive maximum compensation, but also that they have the support in place to give them the best possible chance of recovery.
Gerry has been involved in complex matters, including landmark legal cases that reached the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court regarding the liability of employers to pay compensation to those who have suffered serious injuries.
He was also involved in a High Court test case concerning the liability of the Motor Insurers Bureau to pay compensation arising from police vehicle pursuits. Gerry has extensive experience of claims to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority on behalf of victims of violent crime and has provided training to trade unions and other membership organisations on this subject.
Gerry’s expertise in dealing with catastrophic injury cases has previously been recognised in the elite Chambers legal directory, which noted his “caring, client focused attitude” and that he “is always prepared to go the extra mile.”
For those who have suffered a brain injury, Gerry recognises the crucial importance that early and effective rehabilitation plays in recovery and is dedicated to ensuring clients receive the full treatment and support they need. His view is that Coulthursts approach to the arranging and funding of rehabilitation for those who have suffered a brain injury is invaluable.
He understands that it is also very traumatic for the loved ones of those who have suffered a brain injury and that it is important to build a close working relationship from an early stage.
His professional but approachable style helps to achieve this.
Outside of work, Gerry enjoys travelling, going to the cinema and most sports.