Five-Figure Personal Injury Settlement
Settlement: £18,500
What Happened?
Our client was at the gym and using a cable crossover machine when the handle suddenly snapped causing them to suffer an injury to their shoulder and neck.
Tinsdills’ solicitor: Paul Woolliscroft
Paul joined our personal injury department in February 2010 dealing mainly with employers’ and occupiers’ liability claims.
How Tinsdills Helped
We were able to pursue a claim for our client as a result of the faulty gym equipment and we were able to obtain an admission of liability from the insurers of the gym.
Our client was unable to work for almost six months as a result of the injuries they sustained. We ensured that our client underwent physiotherapy to help their recovery and once completed we obtained medical evidence in support of our client’s claim and began negotiations with the gym’s insurers.
The insurers would not accept our client’s claim for loss of earnings and made an initial offer of just over £5,500. We advised our client that this was significantly below what they ought to receive and this was rejected. The insurers would not accept our client’s entitlement to be repaid their lost earnings.
Outcome
We commenced Court proceedings and further attempts of negotiation. Shortly before a Court hearing, the solicitors acting on behalf of the gym agreed to pay our client just over £18,500.
Call us on 01782 652363 or enquire online.
Meet Our Specialist Personal Injury Team
Karl Moore
Paul Woolliscroft
Megan Poyser
Latest News
To keep up with the latest news from Tinsdills, follow our blog.
Important Changes to the Highway Code Coming into Force
Did you know that important changes to the Highway Code come into force on 29th January 2022. Last year the Government... read more
What to do if you suffer an accident at work
During the COVID-19 pandemic we saw a reduction in the number of claims brought for accidents at work. There may... read more
Important changes to the Highway Code that you need to know about
Did you know that the Highway Code is likely to be changed in Autumn 2021? Last year the Government ran... read more
E-Scooters: Trusty Travel or Motoring Menace?
We are sure you will have seen a number of e-scooters pop up in the local area.In May 2020, the... read more
Road Traffic Accident Reforms – What You Need to Know!
Insurance companies say that the cost of car insurance policies increase year on year due mainly to the amount of... read more
National Walking Month – Staying Safe while Walking
May is National Walking Month and hopefully as the evenings are lighter for longer we can continue the good habit... read more
Because you’re worth it, don’t risk it!
With lockdown restrictions gradually easing, the roadmap means that we can hopefully regain our “me time” and get our roots... read more
A Guide To: Road Traffic Accident Claims
Unfortunately, road traffic accidents are a common occurrence in the UK with resultant injuries ranging in severity - from minor... read more
Trampoline Park Injuries on the Rise in the UK
With Spring now upon us and Summer to look forward to, when the weather is fine we all enjoy the... read more