Mr Nik Ellis

Laird is available for remote video conferences, virtual hearings and onsite Court attendance as
required.

About Laird Assessors

Laird Assessors is the UK’s independent leader in automotive intelligence, evidence-driven engineering and expert witness services. Since 2000, we have combined highly qualified engineers with ground-breaking technology to support insurers, accident management
companies, legal teams, fleet operators and motor trade partners across the UK.
At the core of our service is SwiftCase, a bespoke digital platform powered by automation and artificial intelligence. SwiftCase enables real-time case tracking, API data delivery, advanced image recognition and seamless integration between client systems and our engineering outputs. We lead the industry not just in specialist reports but in connected automotive intelligence that transforms how claims and investigations are managed end-to-end.

Our Capabilities

Automotive Assessment & Forensic Engineering

We provide highly detailed, CPR-compliant technical reports prepared by experienced
engineers, backed by structured data and AI-assisted tools, including:
• Rapid Accident Damage Reports – instruction to report in under an hour in many cases.
• Post-Repair and Pre-Purchase Inspections
• Diminution of Value analysis
• Accident Reconstruction and Causation reports
• Vehicle Valuations including classic and specialist vehicles
• Fleet Damage Assessment using Visual Intelligence and AI detection systems for
automated anomaly identification.

Our hybrid Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) approach ensures that AI accelerates data processing
and initial assessment while experienced engineers retain final technical judgement.

Digital & Integrated Services
Leveraging bespoke technology and APIs, we offer:

• Live API Data Feeds into client claims, repair and legal systems for real-time status and
actionable insights.
• Self-Serve (Driver) Photo Upload Tools for quick image capture without requiring an app.
• Client Portal with secure case tracking, download access to reports and images 24/7.
• Chatbot Assistants and automated workflows supporting bookings, status updates and client communications around the clock.
• White-Label Solutions for repairer estimating, quoting and repair authorization with configurable business logic.

Expert Witness Support

Our engineers are trained and experienced Expert Witnesses, producing forensic evidence suitable for legal proceedings and providing clear, defensible opinion evidence in Court when required.

People & Professionalism

Laird’s engineering team combines technical excellence with commercial insight and confident communication, balancing quality and cost to support better decision-making for all stakeholders.

Why Clients Choose Us

• Technology-Enabled Speed: API integration and image intelligence dramatically reduce turnaround times.
• Accuracy & Transparency: Structured data feeds and HITL review ensure precision and confidence.
• Scalable and Flexible: Services that scale for fleets, insurers, legal teams and high volume claims.
• Seamless Integration: Tools that connect from FNOL through repair management and litigation.
• Trusted & Court-Ready Reports: CPR-compliant outputs accepted across insurance and legal sectors.