Daniel Poet

Daniel is a very experienced personal injury solicitor who has been qualified for over 18 years, throughout which time he has specialised in personal injury claims and claims for industrial disease. Daniel is based in Thompsons' Dagenham office, but also supervises a team of lawyers specialising in industrial disease claims across the firm's London and Eastern offices. He is the firm's national coordinator for Covid claims.

Daniel has particular expertise in industrial disease claims, including claims arising from hand arm vibration syndrome, noise-induced hearing loss, work-related stress and claims under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations. His caseload is typically high-value and complex claims, including those involving chronic pain.

Daniel appreciates the difference the claims he pursues can make in terms of both the effect on an individual client's life but also, working for Thompsons, the chance to assist trade unions in improving health and safety in the workplace.

Outside work, Daniel enjoys the cinema, foreign travel and, when not spending time with his children, an occasional game of golf.

Daniel's case experience

• Acted for a group of council gardeners who had each developed Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome as a result of their work. Each worker received a six-figure settlement.
• Secured a six-figure settlement for a Unite member who suffered a strain injury to his wrist when not provided with appropriate equipment by his employer.
• Recovered a six-figure sum for an ASLEF member who suffered bullying, harassment and discrimination by fellow workers.

Testimonials

I highly recommend Thompsons Solicitors and cannot praise Dan Poet enough for the support and expertise in my claim for HAVS. Dan kept me fully updated on my claim and was very supportive, I would strongly recommend Thompsons Solicitors.

Daniel's Former Client

Dan Poet was amazing with my case. He was so calm, patient and knowledgeable over the years, with great communication. I had a great experience and a very good outcome. I would definitely recommend Thompsons.

Daniel's Former Client