City law firm Barlow Lyde & Gilbert has appointed Pauline Rainey as medical relationship manager in its general insurance group.

Rainey has experience in senior medical positions, specialising in case management and rehab services in New Zealand and the UK.

Her role will be involved in coordinating medical examinations and will work with any rehabilitation case managers to ensure that all avenues of investigation are being pursued.

Graham Dickinson, head of general insurance said: "Pauline's appointment represents significant added value to the firm and our clients, especially with regard to her background and in particular her knowledge and experience of working with insurers, experts and all involved in serious injury cases."

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