£17,500 Compensation Secured for Family Man Injured in Lane-Merge Collision on Albertbridge Road

At Keenan Solicitors, we secured a £17,500 settlement for a client who suffered neck and back injuries after his vehicle was struck from the side by another car that improperly merged lanes on Albertbridge Road, Belfast.

Our thorough approach ensured the full extent of his injuries was documented, and he was compensated fairly—without the need for court proceedings.

What Happened?

Our client was driving with his wife and young son along the right-hand lane of Albertbridge Road when:

• A car in the adjacent lane attempted to merge without checking properly, colliding with the side of his vehicle.
• The impact was severe, and all occupants were shaken.
• The other driver admitted fault at the scene, stating he had not seen their vehicle.
• Police attended and took full details from all parties.

The Case:

1. Establishing Liability

• Our client contacted Keenan Solicitors, being familiar with our reputation locally for strong results in RTA cases.
• Ciaran Keenan handled the case and issued a Letter of Claim to the at-fault driver’s insurer.
• We secured a swift admission of liability, allowing us to move immediately to evidence gathering.

2. Medical Investigation

We obtained the client’s:

• A&E records
• GP records
• Physiotherapy treatment notes

Our medical expert, a Consultant in A&E Medicine, examined the client and:

• Diagnosed neck and lower back injuries.
• Estimated that neck pain would resolve in 3–4 more months, approximately 6–7 months post-accident.
• Noted troublesome back symptoms, with pre-existing wear and tear likely to prolong recovery.

Despite treatment, the client’s back pain persisted, so we:

• Arranged a follow-up medical review.
• Submitted updated physiotherapy notes.
• Provided clear medical opinion that back symptoms were likely to persist for 18 months post-accident, but continued improvement was expected.

3. Negotiating Compensation

With a complete picture of the injury timeline, Ciaran Keenan entered negotiations with the insurer.

Initial offers were reviewed and rejected.

We ultimately secured a strong settlement of £17,500—reflecting the duration and impact of the injuries.

The case settled without the need for court proceedings.

The Outcome:

• £17,500 compensation secured for neck and back injuries
• Full recovery period of 18 months acknowledged.
• Pre-existing conditions taken into account but not used to reduce damages unfairly.
• Client avoided court, achieving justice swiftly.

Our client was very satisfied with the outcome, grateful for the careful management of the case and the fair settlement that reflected the full scope of his suffering.

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