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Our client, Matthew, was involved in a road traffic accident which resulted in both physical and psychological injuries. He instructed our Personal Injury team on a no win no basis and we were able to support him successfully through an injury claim to secure a £70,000 settlement.
Matthew was enjoying a holiday in the Peak District with his partner when his trip was unexpectedly cut short by a frightening accident. Whilst driving along an A road, he brought his car safely to a halt as the traffic ahead had stopped due to a loose dog in a nearby lay-by.
Checking his mirror, Matthew noticed another vehicle approaching at speed. He immediately sensed the danger and braced for impact, keeping his foot firmly on the brake. Despite his quick thinking, the defendant’s car struck his vehicle from behind at an unknown speed.
The collision left Matthew with a range of physical and psychological injuries. He initially suffered soft tissue injuries to his neck, left shoulder and back, alongside painful headaches. As time went on, the emotional toll of the accident also became clear, with anxiety, depression and insomnia affecting Matthew’s day-to-day life.
From the outset, our priority was to ensure our client received the right medical support and that the full impact of the accident was carefully understood. Over the course of his claim, he attended appointments with a number of medical specialists including a GP, orthopaedic surgeon, clinical psychologist, elbow surgeon, spinal surgeon, and ultimately, a pain management expert.
It was this pain management expert who confirmed what Matthew had long been struggling with – a chronic post-traumatic pain condition known as chronic whiplash disorder. This diagnosis was crucial in ensuring that the severity and ongoing nature of his injuries were properly recognised.
Negotiations with the defendant were lengthy. However, through careful preparation of medical evidence, clear presentation of the impact on Matthew’s quality of life, and perseverance during the legal process, we were able to negotiate a settlement of £70,000.
Fosters’ Senior Associate Chris Turner, who led on this case, commented: “The key to this case was securing comprehensive medical evidence that clearly demonstrated the severity of Matthew’s injuries and the lasting impact the collision had on his day-to-day life. Having this clarity allowed us to present a strong case on his behalf and ensure his experience was properly recognised.
“We were delighted to help Matthew achieve a five-figure settlement, providing both recognition of what he has been through and meaningful support as he moves forward from this incident.”
At the heart of this case was not just an accident, but the very real impact it had on Matthew’s life and wellbeing. Road traffic accidents can happen in an instant, but the consequences can last for years. With the right legal guidance and medical evidence, it is possible to secure the compensation needed to reflect both the immediate injuries and the longer-term effects.
Our dedicated Personal Injury team are here to help you navigate the road accident claim process with compassion, clarity and determination.
We understand you will want to know how we can assist, so we offer a free of charge no obligation first meeting or chat, which we follow up with a full letter of advice. If you are in any doubt as to whether you have a claim, please do contact us, again completely without obligation. We are also able to discuss how you can cover the cost of a claim, including through a no win no fee agreement.
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