We recently secured a successful settlement for a client who developed tinnitus and hearing loss following electrical work carried out at their home. The case involved complex issues surrounding causation and liability, requiring detailed expert evidence before the matter ultimately settled in our client’s favour on the eve of trial.
What Happened
Our client began suffering from serious hearing problems shortly after electrical works were completed at their property. Prior to the works being carried out, they had experienced no issues with their hearing.
As symptoms developed almost immediately afterwards, concerns were raised that the electrical work had not been carried out safely or to the appropriate standard. Investigations were undertaken into whether the defective electrical works had caused the injuries our client was experiencing.
The Injuries
The main condition suffered by our client was tinnitus – a persistent and often distressing condition which causes constant noises such as ringing, buzzing, hissing, or white noise in the ears. The symptoms affected both ears, but were particularly severe on the left side, and began immediately following the incident.
In addition to tinnitus, our client also suffered hearing loss which impacted their daily life and communication. Medical evidence confirmed that the injury had accelerated the likelihood of requiring hearing aids earlier than would otherwise have been expected.
A Complex and Hard-Fought Case
Liability was strongly disputed throughout the claim, with significant disagreement over both the quality of the electrical work and whether it had caused our client’s injuries.
Due to the technical nature of the case, extensive expert evidence was required from both electrical and medical specialists. Court proceedings were issued, and the matter progressed towards trial while independent experts examined the condition of the electrical works and the medical evidence surrounding the hearing injuries.
As the case developed, the expert evidence increasingly supported our client’s position and strengthened the claim considerably.
Successful Outcome
Following detailed negotiations between the parties, the claim successfully settled the day before trial, securing a positive outcome for our client.
This case highlights the importance of obtaining specialist legal advice in technically complex claims involving disputed liability and expert medical evidence. Our team worked closely with leading experts throughout the case to build strong evidence and achieve the best possible result for our client.
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