Surgeon carried out amputations but had a secret sexual fetish for body modification.
Court of Appeal judgment offers 'useful guidance for legal teams seeking to protect vulnerable claimants'.
Senior associate claimed she was swamped by personal and professional pressures, including homeschooling during the pandemic.
Experienced practitioner wanted more time after report had suggested claim would not succeed.
Three-day substantive hearing set to go ahead next year to examine multitude of allegations.
Government rejects characterisation of its approach as being overly adversarial.
Experienced solicitor motivated to help victims navigate specialist services.
National firm reports 225% rise in operating surplus as it refocuses on high-value services and group actions.
Cost of claims is rising despite reduction in the number of accidents.