Case Study: Accident at Work - £317,000
Accidents at work can have severe consequences, impacting not only physical health but also a person's livelihood. This case study details how SB Lawyers secured £317,000 in compensation for Mr W following a serious fall through faulty scaffolding on a building site.
The accident and initial impact - construction site accident
Mr. W sustained significant injuries after falling through faulty scaffolding at his workplace. He suffered numerous broken bones and soft tissue damage to his legs, feet, and ankles, requiring him to use a wheelchair for four months following the incident.
Liability dispute - employer liability claim
While the circumstances of the accident appeared straightforward, the issue of liability became complicated due to the involvement of two potential defendants: one responsible for erecting the scaffolding and the other for certifying its safety. Neither defendant accepted responsibility for the accident, leading us to initiate legal proceedings against both.
Medical evidence and long-term effects
We obtained expert medical evidence from an Orthopaedic Surgeon. The report indicated that while Mr W would make a reasonable recovery from his injuries, his ability to perform heavy manual labour—the type of work he had done throughout his career—would be significantly restricted.
The expert concluded that Mr W would experience a lasting handicap on the labour market due to the injuries sustained in the accident.
Trial and outcome - workplace injury compensation
Due to the defendants' inability to agree on liability or offer a suitable settlement, the case proceeded to a three-day trial. The court apportioned liability between the two defendants, with the head contractor held responsible for 75% of the accident and the other defendant responsible for the remaining 25%.
Mr W was awarded substantial damages totalling £317,000. This award covered his injuries, lost earnings, medical treatment, rehabilitation costs, and the handicap on the labour market, providing him with vital financial support for his recovery and future.
Miss H suffered severe injuries, including broken bones, a brain injury, and PTSD, after a road traffic accident. SB Lawyers secured £237,000 in compensation, helping her access vital treatment and rebuild her life after this traumatic experience.
Miss L's initial whiplash injury following a bus accident developed into debilitating fibromyalgia. SB Lawyers fought for her right to compensation, securing a £189,000 settlement to support her ongoing needs.
Mr. W sustained multiple injuries after falling through faulty scaffolding at his workplace. SB Lawyers successfully resolved a complicated dispute involving multiple parties responsible for the scaffolding, securing a substantial award of £317,000.
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