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Client’s compensation despite being 50% to blame for accident

15 June 2009

Our client was awarded compensation even though he was turning across a junction at the same time as the other party, resulting in a collision.

What we did

A claim was forwarded to the third party, who was driving a vehicle. Initially, liability was denied by the other party on the basis that Shoosmiths' client was attempting a turn across a junction.

Liability was agreed with the third party insurers after lengthy debate, and it was decided that each party was equally to blame.

Background

Our client was turning across a junction and was in collision with an oncoming vehicle.
As a result of the collision our client suffered an acceleration injury to the degeneration already present in his neck. Our client was an elderly gentleman, and the injuries greatly affected his day to day life.

Who handled the case

This case was handled by Morag Lewis, a case handler in the Serious Injuries Unit at our Basingstoke office. Morag specialises in claims arising from fatal and catastrophic injuries. As well as sympathetic, accurate and prompt legal advice, we also advise in appropriate cases on rehabilitation, interim payments to help with accommodation, treatment and care, as well as financial planning.

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Morag Lewis

Case Handler
T: 08700 86 6387
I: +44 (0)1256 69 6387
E: morag.lewis@shoosmiths.co.uk