Richard Earle
recovered compensation for our client who was injured in a work accident in 2003.
Christian was at work in Kent on the day of the accident. He worked
as a technician supervisor and was told by other members of staff
that a hydraulic pipe on one of the machines was broken and was
spouting oil.
As Christian went to turn off the machine he slipped on the oil
that had spilled on the floor and suffered an injury to his
back.
At the A&E department of West Middlesex University Hospital
Christian was examined and prescribed painkillers. An x ray
revealed no abnormalities but over the coming weeks Christian back
pain worsened.
He had an MRI and a CT scan, which showed spinal fusion. Further
investigations were carried out at West Middlesex University
Hospital where he underwent further spinal x-rays and a CT scan and
MRI scan were also recommended. Further treatment at the
Charing Cross and Ealing Hospitals ensued.
Investigations revealed that Christian had a spinal condition known
as a pars interarticularis defect leading to spondyolysis.
There was a material issue between the spinal consultants for the
parties whether this was pre-existing or caused by the accident.
Christian ultimately underwent spinal surgery in 2009.
Richard Earle investigated a personal injury case for Christian. We alleged
that he has been left with disability that has prevented him from
working.
He required considerable care which was provided by his family,
primarily his wife. However his symptoms were ongoing and
developing throughout this matter. They also changed
substantially after his operation in June 2009.
Following lengthy negotiations with the defendant solicitors a
settlement of £505,000 was agreed, which Christian was happy to
accept.
The case was funded on a no win no
fee basis.
For further information or if you have a work accident claim please call Richard
Earle on 020 7861 4041 or email richard.earle@ffw.com.
You can discuss your work accident claim with any member of our
personal injury team on freephone 0800 358
3848, email personalinjury@ffw.com or
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form.