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I am a senior paralegal specialising in international travel litigation, with experience in group litigation. I manage a team in the Birmingham office which handles group actions against UK-based tour operators, or single party actions against defendants in foreign countries.

I have expertise and experience in dealing with the following:

General gastric illness
Salmonella
Giardia
Campylobacter
Cryptosporidium

What Inspired You To Get Into Law?

I wanted to help people secure justice.

What Is The Most Rewarding Aspect Of Your Role?

The most rewarding aspect of my role is when you help your client get settlement and closure following their illness.

What Do You Like About Working At Irwin Mitchell?

The diverse nature of our firm and people.

Cases I've Been Involved With

Family Receive Five-Figure Settlement After Holiday Ruined by Gastric Illness

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19/12/2018
Holidaymaker Calls On Lawyers After Being Hospitalised By Gran Canaria Illness ‘Nightmare’

“We are hugely concerned by the first-hand account provided to us by our client regarding his holiday and have already commenced investigations into what he faced. “His story is sadly like a huge number we come across every day, with victims developing long-term health problems as a result of gastric illness issues which they have experienced while on holiday. “Such issues should never be downplayed and we are determined to ensure that he can get the answers and justice he deserves regarding his illness nightmare. “With this in mind, we are determined to fully understand the nature of the problems that Aaron has faced and help him get the answers he deserves regarding the illness he suffered. As part of our investigations we would like to hear from other guests who may have information about conditions at the hotel this summer.”
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04/12/2017
Over 100 Holidaymakers Instruct Lawyers to Take Legal Action After Large Number Of Them Fell Ill At Five-Star Jaz Makadi Aquaviva Resort in Egypt

Illnesses such as gastroenteritis, to include those caused by E Coli and Salmonella can have serious, long-term health implications for those who are struck down. “We have received and worryingly continue to receive many similar reports that people have fallen ill while staying at the Jaz Makadi Aquaviva Resort over this summer. Concerns include instances of poor food hygiene and incidents of faeces in the swimming pool, which some of our clients witnessed and believe were not dealt with swiftly. “Irwin Mitchell is now representing over 100 people who were affected by illness at the Jaz Makadi Aquaviva Resort. We would encourage anyone who stayed at the Jaz Makadi Aquaviva Resort this year and has since experienced gastric symptoms, to see their GP at the earliest available opportunity. We would also like to speak with them as they may be able to help with our investigations. “TUI UK Ltd, trading as First Choice, has responded in relation to a number of our clients’ claims confirming that they are denying any liability. We have urged them to reconsider their stance in light of the vast number of people who have fallen ill during their stay at the Jaz Makadi Aquaviva Resort and the serious cases of illness that have been reported.”
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23/08/2017
Lawyers Instructed After Welsh Rugby Star And Baby Daughter Develop Hand, Foot And Mouth At Cyprus Hotel

“We are hugely concerned by the reports we have heard from our clients and have now commenced investigations into the illness suffered. “Hand, foot and mouth is a very unpleasant illness which can take some time to clear up and the issues in this case meant that important time away together for this family was ruined. “We are determined to ensure our clients get the answers they deserve regarding how this illness emerged and whether more could have been done to prevent them from being affected.”
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09/08/2017
Celebratory Anniversary Holiday At Five-Star Resort Ruined By Salmonella

“We are very concerned by Steven’s experience and are looking into what caused him to fall ill. “Gastric illness can have a significant impact on a person’s health and it is important that hotels and resorts ensure they maintain high levels of food and personal hygiene. “We are determined to help Steven obtain answers regarding what caused him to fall ill. As part of our investigation we would be keen to hear from anyone else who was affected or witnessed the problems at the Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar Blue Don Pablo Collection.”
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Biography

What Inspired You To Get Into Law?

What Is The Most Rewarding Aspect Of Your Role?

What Do You Like About Working At Irwin Mitchell?

Cases I've Been Involved With

Read My Comments On The Latest News

Holidaymaker Calls On Lawyers After Being Hospitalised By Gran Canaria Illness ‘Nightmare’

Over 100 Holidaymakers Instruct Lawyers to Take Legal Action After Large Number Of Them Fell Ill At Five-Star Jaz Makadi Aquaviva Resort in Egypt

Lawyers Instructed After Welsh Rugby Star And Baby Daughter Develop Hand, Foot And Mouth At Cyprus Hotel

Celebratory Anniversary Holiday At Five-Star Resort Ruined By Salmonella

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Nichola Blackburn

Biography

What Inspired You To Get Into Law?

What Is The Most Rewarding Aspect Of Your Role?

What Do You Like About Working At Irwin Mitchell?

Cases I've Been Involved With

Read My Comments On The Latest News

Holidaymaker Calls On Lawyers After Being Hospitalised By Gran Canaria Illness ‘Nightmare’

Over 100 Holidaymakers Instruct Lawyers to Take Legal Action After Large Number Of Them Fell Ill At Five-Star Jaz Makadi Aquaviva Resort in Egypt

Lawyers Instructed After Welsh Rugby Star And Baby Daughter Develop Hand, Foot And Mouth At Cyprus Hotel

Celebratory Anniversary Holiday At Five-Star Resort Ruined By Salmonella

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