Bernard is the author of 16 books and published papers on positive and safe management of hazardous behaviour, which are extensively referenced in the literature. He is regularly called to advise companies, lawyers, insurers and professional bodies. He has prepared reports for, and has appeared at, Tribunals, Crown Courts in England, the High Court in London, Sheriff Courts in Scotland and the Court of Sessions in Edinburgh . His reports and testimony have been praise for accuracy, succinctness and clarity.
‘Mr Allen did come over very forcefully… I found him to be a good, down-to-earth witness with a common-sense approach to the issues.’
Rigby v Wandsworth Borough Council, High Court (Queens Bench Division)
‘The committee has been assisted by the evidence from those witnesses who have viewed the videos and in particular considered the evidence of Mr Bernard Allen to be helpful, balanced and credible expert evidence.’
Decision of a Professional Conduct Committee Hearing, General Teaching Council, England
‘Mr Allen was undoubtedly a more credible witness.’
Sheriffs Enquiry Report Scotland
‘Mr Allen demonstrated expertise. He was a very measured witness. He adopted a fair and reasoned approach to questions. I formed a favourable impression of Mr Allen as an expert witness.’
Court of Personal Injury, Scotland
‘I also really wanted to thank you for all your work in this case and especially at trial last week. I am so pleased with the outcome and this is thanks to your report and witness evidence!’
Cardiff Crown Court