The Initial Journey At age 13, a young girl suffered a severe traumatic brain injury in a road traffic collision. Her case was initially handled by a small firm who settled the claim for £1.3 million when she turned 18, without proper assessment of her capacity to manage her affairs.
A Critical Oversight The consequences of this early mishandling were significant:
- No capacity assessment conducted
- Compensation managed without professional oversight
- Funds depleted within a few years
- Limited to minimal state care support
Taking Action After review of her situation:
- Professional negligence identified
- Original claim successfully reopened
- Comprehensive reassessment undertaken
- Full needs evaluation completed
Transforming Lives At age 42, a new settlement of £13.75 million has enabled:
- 24-hour professional care support
- Access to essential therapies
- Specialist equipment provision
- Enhanced quality of life
- Independence from state care limitations
The Impact This landmark case has delivered:
- Financial security
- Enhanced daily support
- Improved life opportunities
- Greater independence
Looking Forward The new settlement ensures:
- Two full-time carers
- Access to vital therapies
- Freedom to enjoy activities and trips
- Lifetime of proper support
This case powerfully demonstrates why complex injury claims require specialist expertise from the start. While we cannot recover the 30 years of limited support, we can ensure a future of proper care and enhanced quality of life.
[Note: Details have been anonymised to protect client confidentiality]