£10,000 Compensation Secured for Client Injured in Road Traffic Accident on Falls Road

At Keenan Solicitors, we recently helped a client secure £10,000 in compensation following a frightening road traffic accident on the Falls Road in Belfast. This case demonstrates our commitment to achieving the best possible result for our clients, even when negotiations become challenging.

The Accident:

Our client was driving along the Falls Road, approaching the traffic light junction with the Springfield Road, when a truck struck her vehicle on the rear driver’s side. The impact caused her car to jolt forward and scrape against the curb. While her insurance company addressed the vehicle damage, she sought our expertise to pursue a personal injury claim after being recommended by a previous satisfied client.

Our Approach:

• Physical Injuries::

• • A jolting injury to her jaw, which resolved within 3-4 weeks.
  • Neck and upper back injuries that eased within 6 months.

• Psychological Impact:
  • She developed significant anxiety about road travel.
  • Diagnosed with an adjustment disorder, which resolved within 3 months after professional treatment.

The Injuries:

1. Liability:

• We wrote to the company who owned the at-fault truck and identified their insurer, securing an admission of liability swiftly.

2. Medical Evidence:

• Arranged appointments with a Consultant in A&E Medicine and a Consultant Psychiatrist, both of whom documented the extent of her injuries and their impact.

3. Negotiations and Court Proceedings:

• When negotiations stalled, we issued court proceedings to ensure our client received the compensation she deserved.
• Progressed through the court steps, and ahead of the allocated contest date, we negotiated a settlement for £10,000.

The Outcome:

Our client was awarded £10,000 in compensation, covering her injuries and the psychological impact of the accident. This settlement was achieved without the need for a contested court hearing.

Conclusion:

Our client was delighted with how the case was dealt with, leaving us a 5 Star Google Review:

“Ciaran has been amazing to work with. Easy to communicate with and made sure I understood every stage in my claim process. It was resolved better than I could have anticipated! Thanks Ciaran!”