Annual Legal Update
Overview
Back by popular demand! In this, her fifth consecutive
annual presentation, Anne will bring the branch up to date with the
latest changes in legislation, Case law. Providing guidance on the
interpretation of these and what actions need to be taken by
practitioners to ensure that they are following best practice.
What's in it for me?
Come along and meet like minded colleagues. Its an excellent
opportunity to network and share concerns and ideas.
Who should attend?
All Health and Safety Practitioners.
Speakers
Name - Anne Davies is a
senior counsel in Crowell & Moring's London office. She advises
companies and Insurers on Health and Safety, Product Liability,
Environmental and Corporate Governance matters. She has a
particular expertise in the Construction; Agriculture and Food
sectors and also in Sports and Leisure claims.
Anne acts on behalf of both companies and individuals in
defending Health and Safety at work prosecutions as well as
prosecutions for gross negligent manslaughter following accidents.
She can advise both company and individual directors on their
criminal and civil liabilities arising out of an investigation by
the Health and Safety Executive, Food Standards Agency, DEFRA,
Local Authority, Environment Agency, Trading Standards or the
police.
She has experience of defending group litigation having
represented McDonald's in the "Hot Drinks" litigation. The case
remains one of the leading decisions under the Consumer Protection
Act 1987
Anne has written articles for the trade and legal journals and
lectures on Health and Safety matters with a focus on the Corporate
Manslaughter legislation. Her practical and proactive approach is
held in high regard by her clients and peers. 2009 Chambers
& Partners UK describes Anne as a "sensible, strong
litigator," who is applauded as "first-rate in legal and analytical
knowledge, and in her ability to handle difficult claims." Anne was
ranked in band one in 2010 Chambers & Partners UK,
where clients and colleagues applauded her "precise and thorough
approach to managing cases." In the 2011 edition of Chambers
& Partners UK, Anne "wins praise from market sources who
say she is "absolutely excellent." The 2011 edition of the
Legal 500 describes Anne as providing ‘valued, accurate
and professional’ advice.
What you need to know?
Martletts Hall, Civic Way, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9NN
Branch Meetings are held at 19:00 with refreshments available from
18:30 For further information please contact the Branch Secretary
Nick Stubbs