Brian Barr Solicitors recently supported a client, LF, who sustained a significant hand injury while working as a teaching assistant in a special educational needs school. The accident occurred during the course of her employment and was caused solely by the negligence of the employer.
LF’s injury resulted in immediate and severe pain, requiring a visit to A&E. She was diagnosed with a crush/soft tissue injury to her hand and underwent physiotherapy. Despite treatment, including an injection from an orthopaedic specialist, her pain persisted and became more severe, eventually leading to a diagnosis of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).
The injury had a profound impact on LF’s life, resulting in depression and moderate anxiety, time away from work, and ultimately her resignation. She now requires ongoing support, including pain management, psychological care, and a dedicated pain management programme.
Through careful handling of her claim, Phillip Cohen at Brian Barr Solicitors successfully secured £150,000 in compensation. This included awards for past loss of earnings, past care, future care, future loss of earnings, and future treatment costs.
LF’s case highlights the importance of specialist legal support in complex chronic pain personal injury claims, particularly when long-term medical conditions and mental health are involved.
