The claimant’s details have been changed but this is indeed a true case
Phil Mulryne acted for Mr R, the Claimant, to pursue a claim for personal injury damages and additional losses following an accident which occurred at work.
Hand Trapped While Carrying Out A Risk Assessment
At the time of the accident Mr R was undertaking a risk assessment to a trailer ramp system when his right hand became trapped, resulting in an injury and subsequently an amputation of 1cm from the top of his right middle finger and a smaller amputation from the top of his ring finger.
Two Fingers Severely Damaged
The claim was presented to Mr R’s employers and liability was initially denied.
Contributory Negligence Taken Into Account
Eventually, after negotiations between the parties, a liability apportionment on a 70%/30% liability basis was reached between the parties taking into consideration the fact that Mr R had contributed towards the accident.
Mr R made a reasonable recovery following surgery but continued to suffer numbness in the fingertips and a restriction in his dexterity.
Help Needed After Accident
In addition to the claim for personal injury damages, Mr R claimed the cost of travelling expenses attending medical appointments. Mr R also required assistance from his wife for the first month or so following the accident in relation to his personal hygiene.
Mr R was also unable to look after his young sons for a few months, and couldn’t undertake any gardening or general household duties for a similar period.
Compensation Of £18,500 Awarded
As settlement was not agreed between the parties it was necessary to commence court proceedings. An offer was put forward in the sum of £16,100 by the Defendants and following further negotiations settlement was agreed in the sum of £18,500.
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