Our client was the front seat passenger in a car. She was not aware the driver had consumed alcohol in excess of the legal limit. The driver drove into a lamp post and our client suffered severe spinal injury. The driver was subsequently convicted of driving offences and we settled the case for £1.75 million in November 2022.
Our client was a front‑seat passenger in a vehicle involved in a serious road traffic collision. She was unaware that the driver had consumed alcohol in excess of the legal limit before driving. As a result of the driver’s impaired judgment, the vehicle left the road and struck a lamp post, causing our client to sustain a severe spinal injury with long‑term, life‑changing consequences.
Following the accident, the driver was prosecuted and subsequently convicted of multiple driving offences. This criminal conviction provided clear evidence of fault and helped support our client’s civil claim for compensation arising out of the incident.
The claim was handled by Personal Injury Solicitor Nikki Ealey, who managed the case from start to finish. Nikki worked closely with medical experts, rehabilitation specialists, and financial assessors to build a detailed picture of the impact of the injury on every aspect of our client’s life.
Through thorough preparation and strategic approach, we secured a £1.75 million settlement in November 2022. This compensation provides vital financial security and ensures that our client can continue accessing specialist rehabilitation, support, and the resources needed to maximise her independence and quality of life.