Who is Personal Injury Lawyer Rachel Holt?
Rachel Holt is a highly regarded Partner in the Personal Injury Team at Calio Claims, based in Glasgow. With a strong focus on representing pursuers (claimants), Rachel brings deep expertise in securing justice for clients affected by a wide range of accidents and injuries, including:
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Road traffic accidents
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Workplace injuries
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Medical negligence
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Industrial disease
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Public and occupiers’ liability claims
Rachel holds Trauma-Informed Lawyer Certification from the Law Society of Scotland, equipping her to handle sensitive and complex cases with the utmost care and compassion.
Rachel’s career began on the defender side, giving her rare insight into how insurers and defence solicitors approach claims. This background strengthens her strategies and advice for injured clients, especially in contentious and high-stakes litigation.
She regularly appears in:
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🏛️ Sheriff Courts
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🏛️ All-Scotland Personal Injury Court
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🏛️ Court of Session
⚖️ Key Case Highlights
Rachel has successfully secured millions in compensation for injured individuals and grieving families across Scotland, including:
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💰 £300,000 – Fatal medical negligence after surgical failure to remove a tumour
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💰 £100,000+ – Mesothelioma compensation from multiple employers
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💰 £90,000 – Sexual assault at work case for a residential care worker
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💰 £65,000 – Dental negligence case involving delayed diagnosis and tooth loss
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💰 £65,000 – Eye injury due to lack of PPE in a garage workplace
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💰 £50,000+ – Loss of society awards in a fatal sepsis case
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💰 £35,000 – Grandmother’s fatal claim for misdiagnosed liver condition
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💰 £20,000 – RTA abroad (Spain)
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⚖️ Decree against dog owner – Dog bite incident during postal delivery
🌟 Industry Recognition
Rachel is recommended by both Legal 500 and Chambers UK:
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Legal 500 UK (2025) – Recommended Lawyer
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Chambers UK – Associate to Watch
🧠 Legal Insights from Rachel Holt
Rachel is a regular contributor to the Calio Claims Insights Section and other publications. Recent articles include:-
- The role of Medical Negligence Solicitors
- Settlement for collapsed lung after negligent acupuncture
- The hidden costs of poor manual handling practices
- Fatal workplace accidents in the construction sector
- Five figure settlement achieved for client who suffered cannulation injury
As featured on our Best Personal Injury Lawyers Scotland page here.
🗣️ What Clients Say
Rachel is known for her empathy, legal precision, and fierce dedication to those she represents. Her trauma-informed approach ensures clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their claim.
📍 Need Help with an Accident Claim in Scotland?
Rachel represents clients across Glasgow and throughout Scotland. Whether you’ve suffered injury at work, lost a loved one due to negligence, or are dealing with a medical injury, Rachel can help you understand your rights and fight for fair compensation.
📞 Contact Rachel Holt at Calio Claims
- 🌐 Website: www.calioclaims.co.uk
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🏢 Based in Glasgow, serving all of Scotland