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£26,500 Settlement For Whiplash And Psychological Injuries After A Rear-End Collision
Overview Of The Claim
Our client was injured in a road traffic accident while stationary at traffic lights when another driver failed to pay due care and attention and collided into the rear of his vehicle.
As a result of the collision, the client suffered severe whiplash, a head injury and psychological symptoms.
JF Law pursued the claim on his behalf and successfully secured £26,500 in compensation. The case was handled by Christopher Woodburn.
Background To The Case
The accident occurred when our client was stationary at a set of traffic lights and was struck from behind by another vehicle.
The defendant driver failed to maintain proper attention, resulting in a rear-end collision.
Following the accident, the client experienced a range of physical and psychological symptoms, including severe whiplash, a head injury and ongoing psychological effects. These injuries had a significant impact on his day-to-day life and wellbeing.
How We Investigated The Claim
We initially sought an admission of liability from the defendant’s insurers. However, they only accepted 75% responsibility at the outset.
To challenge this, we gathered strong supporting evidence and successfully secured a full admission of liability over a year after the accident.
- Photographic evidence from the accident scene was obtained.
- A detailed witness statement from the client supported the claim.
- We secured a full admission of liability after initially disputed responsibility.
- Medical evidence was obtained from a GP, orthopaedic surgeon and neuropsychologist.
- Treatment and rehabilitation evidence demonstrated the impact on recovery.
The Result We Secured
The claim was successfully settled, with a significantly improved outcome for the client.
- £26,500 in compensation
- Full recovery of treatment and rehabilitation costs
- A full admission of liability from the defendant
- A substantial increase from the initial offer of £2,500
This ensured the client received the financial support needed for both recovery and the impact the injuries had on daily life.
Our Analysis Of The Case
This case highlights the importance of acting quickly to gather strong evidence following a road traffic accident, particularly where liability is disputed.
By obtaining detailed evidence early on, we were able to challenge the insurer’s initial position and secure full liability.
Comprehensive medical evidence from multiple experts was also crucial in demonstrating the full extent of the client’s injuries, allowing us to achieve a fair and significantly higher settlement.
The outcome reflects the importance of building a robust case to ensure clients receive the compensation they deserve.
To protect our client’s privacy, certain details in this case study have been amended while preserving the overall circumstances and outcome.