Accident At Work Claim After On The Job Injury For Teacher
An accident at work can have disastrous physical and mental consequences for the victim, as was the case when a 31-year-old trainee teacher sustained a spinal injury on a training day. Fortunately, the victim of this on the job injury was able to make a sizeable claim with the help of the personal injury team at GA Solicitors.
The claimant was on a team building day with other teaching staff from her school. One of the training activities was undertaken on a trampoline and it was during this activity that the victim sustained a spinal injury.
The trampoline injury caused a lot of pain and distress and the client also developed a significant somatoform disorder and chronic pain which led to more than 12 months of extensive psychological treatment.
Due to the extensive physical and psychological effects of the incident, the accident at work victim was also unable to become a teacher – the career she was training for at the time of the accident. This led to significant emotional stress for the client as well as complete disruption to future plans. Complex schedule of loss calculations were undertaken as part of the claim in order to determine future loss of earnings and pension payments.
What particularly made this case stand out was the fact that worldwide trampoline experts were required to help our personal injury team prepare for trial. There were also ten witnesses called upon to piece together the failings that led to the on the job injury for the teacher. In addition, liability by the council for failing to control the activity was only settled days before the trial was due to commence.
By gathering a wide range of evidence and providing accurate loss calculations, around £200,000 was awarded to the victim once an agreement was met. This example of an on the job injury for a teacher proves the severity of suffering an accident at work and how seriously any impact on future prospects is taken in court.
If you have suffered an injury or accident at work that has resulted in lasting psychological effects, you could also be entitled to make a sizeable claim. At GA Solicitors, our experienced team of personal injury solicitors can utilise their extensive experience to provide you with transparent and practical advice on the viability of a claim in your circumstances. We are accredited by APIL and ranked in both Chambers UK and The Legal 500, demonstrating a commitment to delivering the very best legal advice.
As shown in the case of this on the job injury for a teacher, our team has secured significant compensation for victims of an accident at work. While there is no substitute for the psychological impact of the event, making a claim can cover the loss of earnings and the impact on future careers. Get in touch with us today on 01752 203500 or email enquiries@GAsolicitors.com to find out how we can help.
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