• We are fully insured and experienced in Podiatric medico-legal expert witness work.
  • We have undergone Bond Solon expert witness training at Cardiff University (CUBS) so are able to accept referrals for Medico-Legal work from Solicitors or Referral Agencies.
  • We have worked on hundreds of Podiatric medico-legal cases to date, since Simon Costain was first accepted as a Podiatry Expert witness in 1985.
  • Instructions can be considered, irrespective of whether you may represent claimant or defendant.
  • We provide reports for personal injury and clinical negligence matters relating to the foot, ankle and lower limb biomechanical conditions and injuries.
  • The claimant can usually be seen within ten to fourteen working days for a consultation and assessment including gait analysis, with the appointment taking approximately 90 minutes. 
  • The report will usually be available within 3-6 weeks from the examination date.
  • Our Terms and Conditions for expert witness work are available on request.

FAQ's related to Medico-legal work

Medico Legal

  • How do we engage you for a medico-legal claim?

    Ask the solicitor representing you to contact us at clinic@gaitandposture.com or by calling us on 0207 636 4465.

  • Do you work for both the claimant and the defendant?

    We take instructions from solicitors for either defendant or claimant.

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Testimonial

Simon is a great and caring professional that always puts his patients wellbeing first and treats his colleagues just as well. He’s an inspiration to be with and has a warm nature that people would trust completely. I highly recommend Simon in everything he does. You’re in good hands.

RV