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Consultant Solicitor | Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence
Howard Kent is an experienced personal injury and clinical negligence solicitor who has been helping injured people and their families pursue compensation for many years.
He acts in a wide range of claims, including serious and life-changing injuries, fatal accidents, accidents at work, road traffic accidents, public liability claims and clinical negligence cases.
Howard understands that the consequences of a serious injury can extend far beyond the injury itself. Clients may be dealing with financial pressures, changes to their independence and employment, ongoing treatment and uncertainty about the future. He takes time to understand the individual circumstances of each client, explain the legal process clearly and provide practical support throughout their claim.
His approach is reflected in client feedback, which frequently highlights his care, compassion, professionalism and willingness to explain matters in detail.
Experience
Howard is a qualified solicitor with over 25 years’ experience and has previously been an accredited member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).
Until recently, he was a partner and head of personal injury at a leading multi-service law firm based in Hertfordshire, having previously been the firm’s head of dispute resolution.
Outside of work, for many years he was a trustee of a local registered learning disability charity.
As well as representing clients based in the Greater London area, Howard also works for clients in Herts, Beds and Bucks.
His experience covers fatal accidents and inquests, accidents at work, accidents in shops, restaurants and other public places, road traffic injuries. He aims to give each case the same level of attention, whether it be a catastrophic injury case or a less complex case.
In cases where compensation is due to clients, he advises on the suitability of placing clients’ damages in a Personal Injury Trust.
He believes every client deserves proper attention and clear advice, regardless of the size or complexity of their claim.
Notable settlements include:
Achieved substantial six-figure settlement for 24-year-old female pedestrian following serious road traffic accident.
Successfully negotiated damages in a claim by a 32-year-old female for serious fractures/crush injuries to her hand whilst operating defective machinery at a Hertfordshire meat production facility.
Obtained compensation for a cable jointer injured while carrying out electrical work on a construction site. The Claimant suffered serious ophthalmic injury. Liability was initially disputed; after further negotiation, a satisfactory settlement was achieved with the Claimant receiving substantial damages.
Achieved six-figure settlement for a 30-year-old scaffolder who was injured when he fell through an unfenced roof skylight,
Successfully concluded six-figure settlement for a 70-year-old pedestrian who sustained serious injuries.
Concluded claim for 9-year-old child injured on holiday in Turkish holiday resort. Damages paid by the tour operator, with the Court approving the infant settlement.
Winning compensation for a 69-year-old electrician injured while working at height on a construction site, suffering serious facial and dental injuries.
Successfully concluding a claim for a 62-year-old vehicle repair driver who suffered life-changing injuries when he slipped on snow and ice during the course of his work. Claim accepted by his employer, who failed to provide appropriate footwear and PPE.
Successfully represented the deceased’s next of kin in their dependency claim following the death of an agricultural worker caused by an unsafe system of working on a farm.
In the last three years, the overall value of personal injury compensation settlements/awards for Howard’s clients was more than £2.5 million.
Medical Negligence
As well as personal injury cases, Howard has many years’ experience representing clients in cases of medical negligence.
Examples:
Represented a 70-year-old female in a successful claim against a hospital trust for negligence causing loss of a limb- settlement achieved £900,000;
Represented a 35-year-old male instructed by his mother and litigation friend in a successful brain injury claim against a London NHS Hospital Trust. Settled at mediation for circa £13 million, including lifetime periodical payments.
Working with Howard
Howard offers an initial free face-to-face consultation and can meet clients at the London office or, where appropriate, visit them at home.
Several funding options may be available depending on the circumstances of the case, including legal expenses insurance and Conditional Fee Agreements, commonly known as No Win No Fee agreements.
If you have suffered an injury or believe that you or a family member may have experienced negligent medical treatment, Howard can discuss what has happened with you and advise on the options available.
What clients say
“Your care, compassion and professionalism have been second to none.”
“We are so grateful for everything that you have done to conclude this matter, in as stress-free a process as it has been for us.”
“Many thanks for your support in settling this claim; it has been a pleasure having you as our solicitor and having you take the time to explain everything in detail for us.”
“Many thanks for your work on my claim. I’m glad it came to this conclusion, so once again, many thanks.”
“I wanted to say a huge thank you for all your guidance and support. It has been invaluable.”
