Expert Witness Journal Issue 65 February 2026 - Flipbook - Page 44
Trusted Expert Witnesses in Health,
Safety, Environmental and Security
For over thirty years Hastam have been involved in numerous cases as expert witnesses, including
contributing to high profile investigations such as the Buncefield oil depot explosion and the
Potters Bar rail crash. More recently we have specialised in a range of industry sectors, and health
and safety topics engaged by both prosecutions and defences, and also in civil cases. A
particular specialism is acting for both prosecution and defence in LOCAL AUTHORITY cases.
Our team brings profound knowledge of UK HSE legislation, regulatory compliance, and
management systems across a broad spectrum of industries and topics.
Several of our experts have been directly involved in developing the official guidance and
standards that organisations rely on to meet their legal requirements and apply the principle of
reasonable practicability.
Our approach is based upon the most up to date knowledge and research. We recognise that
investigating incidents and acting as an Expert Witness is a profoundly challenging and
demanding task but we never forget our key role is to help companies manage safety effectively
to minimise the pain and suffering caused by injuries and ill health at work.
At Hastam, we are committed to delivering independent, evidence-based expertise, applied with
precision, thoroughness, and integrity in every case. That is why solicitors and barristers return to
us time and time again.
Please contact Liz Shuttleworth if you would like to know more about
our many expert witness experiences.
78 Loughborough Road, Quorn, Loughborough, LE12 8DX
Tel: 01509 410380 | Email: expert@hastam.co.uk | Web: www.hastam.co.uk
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