A formal complaint has been lodged with the Bar Standards Board (BSB) concerning a recent publication on the official website of St Philips Chambers referencing a disability discrimination case handled by Wendy Miller KC.
The case – which remains under appeal – involves allegations including direct disability discrimination, harassment related to disability, failure to make reasonable adjustments, and unfair dismissal. While the published summary does not name the claimant directly, the combination of case details and ongoing legal proceedings renders the individual easily identifiable, especially given Miller’s continued representation against the claimant in a second related matter where public hearings have been pursued.
No consent was given for public disclosure, and the matter raises questions about the ethical and professional boundaries of public legal commentary while litigation is live.
The complaint alleges a breach of the BSB Handbook in respect of prejudicial publication and inappropriate commentary on a live and identifiable matter. The Information Commissioner’s Office has not yet been approached, but data privacy concerns remain under consideration.
This development adds further scrutiny to the conduct of legal professionals involved in disability litigation and raises broader concerns around transparency, consent, and the reputational power of online professional profiles.
Further updates will follow as the matter progresses.
Lee Thompson – Founder, The Cummins Accountability Project