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Initial £8,000 Offer Increased To £19,500 After A Pedestrian Hit By A Car
Overview Of The Claim
Our client was injured after being struck by a car while travelling as a pedestrian. Following the accident, a personal injury claim was pursued to recover compensation for the injuries sustained.
The case was handled by Tracy Chick and ultimately resulted in a settlement of £19,500, significantly higher than the initial offer made in the claim.
Background To The Case
The claim arose from an accident involving a pedestrian and a vehicle. Our client was struck by a car, resulting in injuries that required compensation to reflect the impact of the incident.
The circumstances of the accident meant that the driver’s insurers accepted responsibility for the collision, allowing the claim to proceed through the standard personal injury claims process.
How We Investigated The Claim
The case was progressed through the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) Portal, which is commonly used for road traffic accident claims where liability has been admitted. Our investigation process included:
- Securing early admission of liability from the driver's insurers.
- Gathering detailed medical evidence relating to the injuries sustained.
- Assessing the overall impact of the accident on the client's daily life.
Once liability had been accepted, the focus of the case turned to establishing the true value of the claim to ensure the client received appropriate compensation.
The Result We Secured
The defendant initially made an offer of £8,000 to settle the claim. Following detailed negotiations, we successfully secured a global settlement that more than doubled that figure.
- Initial offer: £8,000
- Final settlement: £19,500
This represented a substantial increase on the original offer and ensured the client received fair compensation for their injuries.
Our Analysis Of The Case
As liability had already been admitted, the primary issue in the claim related to the valuation of the injuries. By carefully assessing the evidence and negotiating with the defendant’s insurers, we were able to significantly increase the settlement figure.
The final settlement reflected the agreed position on both liability and the value of the claim, bringing the matter to a successful conclusion for the client.