Medical Negligence
Pearson Legal
Full Credential Description
The circumstances of the claim are that Mrs Keast a 76 year old retired lady was travelling on public transport on her way to Oldham Town Centre in November 2014. The claimant was thrown from her seat suffering injury to her left leg. She was transferred by ambulance to the local hospital where a diagnosis of internal bleeding and possible compartment syndrome was made.
On examination in the fracture clinic she was told that she either had a very tiny fracture or it was an old injury and the plaster cast was removed. She then developed severe pain and returned to hospital on 29 November 2014 when she was informed that she may have to have surgery due to probable bleeding in the calf as there may have been infection or possible blood clot.
A subsequent scan showed a DVT and she was commenced on medication. She was in constant pain for 12 weeks during which time the Claimant was having regular treatment for the blood clot. As a result of the accident the Claimant became agitated and anxious and had a fear of travelling on buses.
From what had started as a rather minor road traffic accident being thrown from her seat and hitting her leg against a barrier the claimant was left with constant pain in her lower left leg which was associated with chronic regional pain syndrome. Following negotiations with the Defendant Insurers compensation was agreed in the sum of £38,000 to include pain and suffering and her loss of amenity as well as her requirements for help around the home with hanging washing, ironing and changing curtains.
Measurable Results
Compensation settlement: £38,000
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