Michael
Disappointing Experience – Poor Communication & Unfounded Accusations
I engaged Osbornes Law in late 2023 to represent me in a personal injury claim following a cycling accident. From the outset, I expected professional and diligent service, but my experience was overwhelmingly disappointing. After my original file handler left the firm, there was no meaningful handover. Communication became inconsistent, emails and calls often went unanswered, and progress on the claim slowed to a standstill. I had to chase for updates repeatedly, sometimes waiting months for a reply. It often felt as though I was managing my own case rather than being supported by my solicitors. The handling of my medical evidence was particularly poor. It took nine and a half months for Osbornes to obtain an amended report from one of their own appointed experts, despite my persistent follow-ups. Similarly, a psychiatric report recommending urgent CBT treatment was not acted upon for several months, delaying essential therapy that was meant to aid my recovery. In January 2025, I was shocked to receive a letter accusing me of deliberately misleading the firm, a completely unfounded allegation. After I filed a formal written complaint and provided evidence disproving their claim, the firm quietly changed its position, admitting that the case was being discontinued simply because they now considered the prospects of success to be below 50%. In my opinion, this reversal speaks volumes about the lack of care and professionalism with which my matter was handled. Osbornes’ approach left me feeling distressed, undermined, and unsupported at a time when I most needed competent legal guidance. I found their service reactive rather than proactive, and their case management lacking in both diligence and transparency. I have since referred my concerns to the Legal Ombudsman, as I believe the firm failed to meet even the minimum standards expected of a regulated legal practice. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Osbornes Law to anyone seeking reliable or client-focused representation.