While working at a military base testing NATO ammunition, one of our clients suffered a life-changing injury when a stray bullet struck him due to incorrect safety procedures. Following the incident, he was airlifted to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff, where he received intensive care treatment for a severe spinal cord injury resulting in tetraplegia.
Swift Action, Meaningful Results
Within just one year of taking on his case, we secured:
- An admission of liability from the defendants
- Continuation of his full salary
- Substantial interim payments for immediate needs
- Multi-million pound funding for adapted accommodation
- Access to specialist case management and rehabilitation
Supporting Family Life
This rapid progress has enabled our client to:
- Begin planning life beyond hospital
- Look forward to returning home to his wife and young children
- Access high-quality rehabilitation support
- Focus on adapting to his new circumstances
Long-Term Security
The case will ultimately settle for a multi-million pound sum, ensuring:
- Lifetime care and support
- Financial security for his family
- Appropriate housing adaptations
- Ongoing rehabilitation access
The prompt legal intervention, combined with comprehensive NHS care, has helped create a pathway to a more positive future for our client and his family. This case demonstrates how swift legal action can make a crucial difference in securing the support needed for life after serious injury.
[Note: Details have been anonymised to protect client confidentiality]