Mrs. H, residing in South Wales, sustained a crush injury to her right foot following a workplace accident. Employed as a cleaner, she entered a warehouse to collect stock. The entrance to the warehouse was demarcated by a plastic curtain. Unfortunately, a colleague operating a forklift truck failed to sound his horn upon nearing the other side of the curtain and was driving it in reverse, obstructing his view. Consequently, he collided with Mrs. H, who was on the other side of the curtain, resulting in her foot being crushed.
Initially, liability for the accident was contested by Mrs. H’s employers. They claimed that she entered the warehouse and engaged in conversation with the forklift driver, and it was Mrs. H who reversed direction and collided with the forklift truck. Despite this, believing Mrs. H would prevail in her claim at trial, we obtained medical evidence supporting her injuries and initiated court proceedings.
Following the commencement of proceedings, the employer’s solicitors extended an offer to settle Mrs. H’s claim, which she accepted in the amount of £4,000. This compensation covered her pain, suffering, loss of amenity, and travel expenses. Delighted with the resolution of her claim, Mrs. H expressed her satisfaction: “Kathryn is a pleasure to have dealt with, very professional, honest and punctual. My experience was great and the outcome successful. I would highly recommend Kathryn, She is trustworthy, did what was expected and provided great guidance”.
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