Beyond the Gavel with Norma Findlay

In this episode of Beyond the Gavel, host Rodney Peyton sits down with Norma Findlay, specialist occupational therapist, manual handling consultant, and founder of VARSS. Norma brings over two decades of hands-on experience to the table, offering deep insights into the role of care experts in serious injury and medical negligence litigation. From projecting long-term care needs and assessing functional outcomes to coordinating expert input across vocational rehab, assistive technology, and holiday care planning, Norma explains how her work shapes the success of high-value legal cases. She discusses how to properly assess both the human and practical impacts of injury, the importance of scenario-based recommendations, and why knowing your expert—and their limitations—is essential for achieving justice. If you’re a lawyer handling complex cases, or simply curious about the critical behind-the-scenes roles in litigation, this episode is full of clarity, expertise, and real-world advice.