David Harris
Solicitor, Personal Injury Claims
News
Understanding Guardianship Orders
A guide for families: a Guardianship Order is an order granted by the court which authorises the guardian to make decisions on behalf of the adult who lacks capacity. Read more
Can a duty of care be passed on to others, and what does that mean for personal injury claims?
Sometimes, an injured person may believe they cannot claim if a third party has had a role in causing their injury Read more
Sheriff rejects argument that low speed road traffic crash could not cause injury
A Sheriff has rejected an argument that a low velocity road traffic accident could not cause injury. Read more
Shortlisted for two awards in The Herald Law Awards of Scotland 2025
Allan McDougall Solicitors has been shortlisted for two awards in The Herald Law Awards of Scotland 2025. Read more
The eagerly anticipated Employment Rights Bill: hope v reality
The pinnacle of Keir Starmer’s Labour government, is due to receive royal assent later in the year. Read more
What our clients say
- Gordon Milligan was very professional, good at listening, and very calming. He made my journey real and not alone.
D.F. February 2026 - I felt at ease discussing my case. Gordon Milligan kept me updated. I felt very comfortable with him.
J.S. February 2026 - Fiona Fraser was amazing from the initial call to the final outcome. She was very honest and I accepted her advice. Very professional and helpful at all times. Thank you so much Fiona.
D.M. February 2026 - Special thanks to Jackie Raitt and Claire Newton.
E.F. February 2026 - I found the service I received from Gordon Milligan very professional and extremely helpful from start to finish.
S.B. January 2026 - Couldn’t be happier with the outcome of my case. Fiona Fraser was incredible from start to finish! All her help and advice has been greatly appreciated.
K.B. January 2026 - From the start to the end of the claim Allan McDougall Solicitors and Stephen Irvine have been excellent and I cannot thank you enough for the time and care taken.
J.C. January 2026 - Excellent from start to finish. Alex Robertson was very patient and understanding. Thanks to everyone that made it possible.
V.L. January 2026 - Fiona Fraser, thanks for helping me through every stage of this case. You're an asset to your law firm and to Usdaw.
L.M. November 2025 - I really appreciate what Fiona Fraser has done for me. Thank you very much for supporting me with my claim.
R.A. November 2025 - I was extremely impressed with the diligence and perseverance shown by Steven Blacklaws, Jackie Raitt and the team whilst dealing with my claim. They were able to secure an excellent outcome for me. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services or engaging them again.
J.C. November 2025 - 10/10 for Alex Robertson who kept in touch with me throughout the whole process.
R.D. October 2025 - I received an excellent service from Jackie Raitt. She was professional, understanding and kept me informed every step of the way. She is a credit to your firm.
D.M. October 2025 - Stephen Irvine was amazing from start to finish. Whenever I called regarding my claim he found time to talk to me. He made the process stress free and was able to get me a brilliant settlement. I would HIGHLY recommend Stephen and the firm. Thank you again for everything you did Stephen.
S.B. October 2025 - Can I take a moment to thank Jackie Raitt, Julie Harris and Steven Blacklaws personally for your persistence, professionalism, and perseverance in handling this claim on my behalf. I can assure you it means a great deal to myself, and I am sure, your other clients.
J.C. October 2025 - Fiona Fraser was great! She represented me extremely well. Communication was great via phone email and post. She set up my medical for me and fed back the report both verbally and with a physical copy. Finally the claim was settled without delay and I feel she got the maximum value possible. I wouldn't hesitate to use Allan McDougall Solicitors again in the future! Many thanks to you again for your efforts.
R.K. October 2025 - Stephen Irvine did an excellent job. He kept in touch with all the information and advised me well.
J.I. October 2025 - Alex Robertson, may I take the opportunity to thank you very much for all your work on my behalf. I very much appreciate it.
D.M. October 2025
Approachable experts in personal injury, employment law and family law.
Claiming accident compensation
In the case of our "no win, no fee" personal injury claims, it's about more than just winning.
Handling employment issues
Our employment law team has represented employers and employees at tribunals, appeals and the Court of Session.
Dealing with family matters
We cover all family law matters, including separation and divorce, care arrangements for children, and cohabitation.
Resolving disputes
We cover Sheriff Court hearings and appeals, mediation, judicial review, commercial actions and Court of Session actions and appeals.
- Accidents at work
- Road traffic accidents
- Cycling accidents
- Accidents abroad
- Accidents in a public place
- Asbestos related diseases
- Beauty treatment claims
- Construction sites
- Criminal injuries
- Damp and mould injuries
- Defective product injuries
- Display screen injuries
- Dog bite injuries
- Fatal accidents
- Gym accidents
- Historic abuse cases
- Medical negligence claims
- Military and Armed Forces injury claims
- Industrial deafness
- Offshore accidents
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Serious injuries
- Shop accidents
- Slips trips and falls
- Sports injury claims
- Vibration white finger
- Winter weather accidents
- Working at height accidents
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- Unlawful wage deductions
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Meet the team
What our clients say
- Gordon Milligan was very professional, good at listening, and very calming. He made my journey real and not alone.
D.F. February 2026 - I felt at ease discussing my case. Gordon Milligan kept me updated. I felt very comfortable with him.
J.S. February 2026 - Fiona Fraser was amazing from the initial call to the final outcome. She was very honest and I accepted her advice. Very professional and helpful at all times. Thank you so much Fiona.
D.M. February 2026 - Special thanks to Jackie Raitt and Claire Newton.
E.F. February 2026 - I found the service I received from Gordon Milligan very professional and extremely helpful from start to finish.
S.B. January 2026 - Couldn’t be happier with the outcome of my case. Fiona Fraser was incredible from start to finish! All her help and advice has been greatly appreciated.
K.B. January 2026 - From the start to the end of the claim Allan McDougall Solicitors and Stephen Irvine have been excellent and I cannot thank you enough for the time and care taken.
J.C. January 2026 - Excellent from start to finish. Alex Robertson was very patient and understanding. Thanks to everyone that made it possible.
V.L. January 2026 - Fiona Fraser, thanks for helping me through every stage of this case. You're an asset to your law firm and to Usdaw.
L.M. November 2025 - I really appreciate what Fiona Fraser has done for me. Thank you very much for supporting me with my claim.
R.A. November 2025 - I was extremely impressed with the diligence and perseverance shown by Steven Blacklaws, Jackie Raitt and the team whilst dealing with my claim. They were able to secure an excellent outcome for me. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services or engaging them again.
J.C. November 2025 - 10/10 for Alex Robertson who kept in touch with me throughout the whole process.
R.D. October 2025 - I received an excellent service from Jackie Raitt. She was professional, understanding and kept me informed every step of the way. She is a credit to your firm.
D.M. October 2025 - Stephen Irvine was amazing from start to finish. Whenever I called regarding my claim he found time to talk to me. He made the process stress free and was able to get me a brilliant settlement. I would HIGHLY recommend Stephen and the firm. Thank you again for everything you did Stephen.
S.B. October 2025 - Can I take a moment to thank Jackie Raitt, Julie Harris and Steven Blacklaws personally for your persistence, professionalism, and perseverance in handling this claim on my behalf. I can assure you it means a great deal to myself, and I am sure, your other clients.
J.C. October 2025 - Fiona Fraser was great! She represented me extremely well. Communication was great via phone email and post. She set up my medical for me and fed back the report both verbally and with a physical copy. Finally the claim was settled without delay and I feel she got the maximum value possible. I wouldn't hesitate to use Allan McDougall Solicitors again in the future! Many thanks to you again for your efforts.
R.K. October 2025 - Stephen Irvine did an excellent job. He kept in touch with all the information and advised me well.
J.I. October 2025 - Alex Robertson, may I take the opportunity to thank you very much for all your work on my behalf. I very much appreciate it.
D.M. October 2025
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