Thompson Smith and Puxon announce arrival of new Senior Associate in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence team
Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) are pleased to announce that Diana Infanti has joined the firm as a Senior Associate in the Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence team. Diana will be based in TSP’s Colchester office where she will join Directors Hasina Choudhury and Steve Webb, bringing the total number of PICN team members to twelve.
Admitted as a Solicitor in 2002, Diana brings over 20 years of experience to her role. Diana has extensive experience of a wide range of medical claims in both the NHS and private sectors including GPs and hospital clinicians, dentists and opticians. Diana regularly represents clients who have suffered an injury as a result of medical mis-treatment as well as the families of those who have experienced clinical negligence by state institutions, appearing at Inquests across the UK.
Before becoming a Solicitor, Diana trained as a nurse and worked in all areas of nursing for two decades. Her medical background is a great advantage in this practice area and she deals with claims arising from:
- misdiagnosis/delay in diagnosis
- surgical errors
- GP negligence
- fatal accident claims
- inquests
- birth injury
- plastic/reconstructive surgery
Of her appointment, Diana commented: “I am delighted to join the highly-regarded Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence team at TSP. My background as a nurse gives me exceptional insight into the complexities of medical care and I am passionate about helping clients achieve the justice they deserve. I look forward to working alongside such a dedicated and experienced team.”
Head of TSP’s PICN team Steve Webb concluded: “I am pleased to welcome Diana to Thompson Smith and Puxon. Diana brings a unique perspective to the role, having previously worked as a nurse and I have no doubt that this specialist expertise will benefit both clients and colleagues alike. Her deep understanding of clinical practices and compassionate approach will enhance the exceptional service TSP is known for and ensure our clients feel supported during the most challenging times of their lives.”
Diana is also a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) and the Ipswich Medico-Legal Society.