Representatives for Wallenius Wilhelmsen, Eukor, and “K” Line did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Legal Teams and Counsel Involved :
The claimants in this case are represented by a team from Brick Court Chambers, including Sarah Ford KC, Emma Mockford, and Sarah O’Keeffe, who are instructed by Scott + Scott UK LLP. The defendants are being represented by top-tier law firms, including Baker Botts LLP for Wallenius Wilhelmsen and Eukor, and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP for “K” Line.
With the approval of these settlements, U.K. motorists stand to receive a significant financial remedy, but the legal saga is far from over. The outcome of the upcoming trial will likely shape the final chapter of this complex and high-stakes case.