Meet Scott Taylor, solicitor and Director at Taylor Law.  With an extensive background spanning
over 25 years, Scott has expertise in Police Law, Civil Claims, Employment Law, and Criminal Law.
 
With a track record that speaks volumes, Scott finds himself regularly entrusted by the Police
Federation (PFEW) to advocate for the interests of its members across various forums.  His
experience shows in disciplinary proceedings governed by the Police Regulations, where he has
handled a series of high-profile cases over the years.  His proficiency is particularly sought after for
his work involving Post Incident Procedures, specifically pertaining to significant incidents involving
interactions between police officers and the public.
 
Scott is a sought-after representative on behalf of PFEW members in civil claims encompassing
discrimination, wrongful arrests, and malicious prosecution.  He has confronted many high-profile
cases against Police Forces, spanning a wide spectrum of issues, including but not limited to:
 
 Claims of racism within the Police
 Claims under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 at the Investigatory Powers
Tribunal
 Death in custody claims
 Claims related to assault, malicious prosecution, and misfeasance in Public Office
 Human Rights Act breaches
 Trespass claims
 Claims against Security Services
 Supporting victims of Sexual Abuse during periods of care
 Data Protection Act claims
 
Scott's prowess shines through in his successful litigation against police forces across the nation,
securing substantial compensation on behalf of both serving Police Officers and the general public.
 
Scott's legal expertise extends to Personal Injury claims, encompassing Road Traffic Accidents,
workplace incidents, and cases involving fatal injuries.  He has also represented individuals
embroiled in catastrophic injury claims, some amounting to millions of pounds.
 
His breadth of experience extends to representing diverse clients, ranging from journalists to the
Former Head of Cleveland Police Federation, as they navigate claims before the Investigatory Powers
Tribunal (IPT).
 
Demonstrating his commitment to justice, Scott is a proud member of the Association of Child Abuse
Lawyers (ACAL).  Over the years, he has championed the rights of victims subjected to physical and
sexual abuse, often within care homes and similar establishments.  At present, Scott is championing
the cause for numerous clients who were victims while confined at the Medomsley Detention Centre
and the Kirklevinton Remand Centre.  His representation has also extended to inquests, where he
has stood for care homes following unfortunate deaths within their premises.