Our client was involved in a road traffic accident while travelling with a partner and a child. A third-party driver, approaching from the opposite direction, lost control and collided with the front driver’s corner of our client’s vehicle.
The third party failed to stop or exchange details, but our client noted the license plate. The incident occurred in icy conditions as our client navigated a bend in their lane.
To assist our client’s claim, we obtained medical reports from a general practitioner and a psychiatrist.
The medical report indicated that symptoms were unlikely to persist beyond six months. However, the severity of pain was difficult to explain clinically. Our client admitted feeling embarrassed about seeking medical attention and had not consulted a doctor regarding neck and back pain.
In addition to physical injuries, our client developed a specific, isolated phobia of driving. Expert opinion confirmed that with treatment, our client would recover to their pre-accident mental state and level of functioning within six months.
Settlement
The claim was resolved with a settlement of £8,000, reflecting the physical and psychological impact of the accident and the anticipated recovery period.
