We recently achieved a £12,000 settlement for a woman who sustained painful injuries after a fall while dropping her daughter off at school.
Trip on Uneven Paving
Ms. M had just dropped her daughter off at her classroom and was walking back to her car when the incident occurred. The path, made of uneven paving slabs, caused her to trip on a raised edge, sending her crashing to the ground.
In the fall, Ms. M suffered a deep, painful cut to her knee from the sharp edge of another slab, which required stitches at the hospital. She also sustained bruising to her shoulder, wrist, and cheekbone. Her pain was so severe that fellow parents had to carry her to her mother’s car to get her to hospital.
Challenging Denial of Responsibility
We quickly stepped in to bring a claim against the local council responsible for maintaining the school grounds. However, they denied liability, arguing that school staff had witnessed the fall and claimed Ms. M had not tripped as she described.
Their version of events seemed questionable – not only because staff failed to assist Ms. M when she was visibly injured, but because it did not align with what really happened.
Building a Strong Case
We worked diligently to gather compelling evidence to support Ms. M’s claim. A key breakthrough came from a fellow parent, who had been walking just behind Ms. M at the time of the accident. Their detailed witness statement confirmed Ms. M’s account and contradicted the council’s defense.
Despite presenting this independent evidence, the council’s legal representatives continued to deny responsibility. Confident in the strength of our case, we arranged for Ms. M to be assessed by an independent medical expert and their report confirmed the extent of her injuries and provided a prognosis, solidifying our position.
Securing a £12,000 Settlement
With strong evidence and medical support on our side, we commenced court proceedings. Shortly after the claim was served, the council made an offer to settle. However, their initial offer fell far below what Ms. M deserved.
We stood firm, negotiated tirelessly, and ultimately secured a £12,000 settlement, providing full compensation for her injuries.
How We Can Help You
If you’ve been injured due to unsafe conditions, don’t let the challenges of a claim deter you. Our expert Personal Injury team is here to guide you every step of the way and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Call us today on 01244 568 535 or email us at info@whatsmyclaimworth.co.uk to discuss your case. Let us help you achieve the best possible outcome.