Lisa was walking in Antrim when she tripped on a pothole and fell awkwardly, going over on her left ankle. She immediately experienced severe pain and was taken to Antrim Area Hospital, where doctors diagnosed her with a fractured fibula. Her foot became swollen and discoloured, and she required follow-up treatment at the fracture clinic. Unfortunately, Lisa later developed complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), a condition that causes persistent, debilitating pain in the affected limb.
Lisa Turned to Our Personal Injury Solicitors for Help
Initially, Lisa instructed another law firm to handle her case. A medical report was obtained, and the defendant expressed a willingness to negotiate. However, they only offered £6,000 in compensation. Dissatisfied with the handling of her claim, Lisa turned to Paschal O’Hare Solicitors to take over her case.
Managing Partner Patrick O’Hare promptly arranged for Lisa to be assessed by a consultant anaesthetist, a specialist in chronic pain and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). The consultant’s report confirmed that she continued to experience left ankle pain stemming from a fibula fracture and the subsequent development of CRPS. Although the CRPS had resolved by the time of the assessment—three years after the accident—Lisa was still suffering from chronic ankle pain. Additionally, a consultant psychiatrist provided a report outlining the psychological impact of the accident on her.
A Strong Case Secured a Significantly Higher Settlement
High Court proceedings were issued. Despite an initial offer of £6,000, our legal team fought for a settlement that properly reflected the impact of Lisa’s injuries. Following negotiations, Lisa was awarded a final settlement of £70,000—a significant increase from the defendant’s initial offer.
Managing Partner Patrick O’Hare Commented:
“Our client suffered significant and debilitating ongoing symptoms following a relatively innocuous injury. The condition of complex regional pain syndrome is poorly understood but can have significant long-term consequences for a person. It is important in those circumstances to obtain the appropriate medical evidence from the appropriate experts to properly detail the extent of the injury. This is reflected in a significant settlement of £70,000 in this case.”
Injured in a Similar Accident? We’re Here to Help
If you’ve suffered an injury due to a trip or fall, you may be entitled to compensation. At Paschal O’Hare Solicitors, we have a proven track record of securing fair settlements for our clients. Contact us today to discuss your case and find out how we can help you.