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Mr Bennett, a pedestrian, suffered life-altering injuries including a traumatic brain injury when he was struck by a motor vehicle, driven by a party without insurance.
As a result of the collision, Mr Bennett sustained poly trauma, including a significant head injury that required cranial surgery involving the implantation of a titanium plate.
There were significant and complex legal challenges to overcome as the driver fled the scene of the accident without providing any details, he did not have insurance or the means to pay compensation. Also, the driver was charged with multiple serious offences leading to a 15-year prison sentence, marking the compensation claim more complex and uncertain.
Mr Bennett found a specialist road traffic accident compensation solicitor through Compare Compensation Claims to manage his personal injury claim on a 100% no win, no fee basis.
The personal injury claims solicitors were able to help Mr Bennett with his recovery by arranging for him to be examined by a range of highly accredited private medical experts. This assisted him with his rehabilitation for his orthopaedic and brain injury.
Initially the claim was submitted to the Motor Insurance Bureau (MIB) and due the technical expertise of the solicitors, they were able to navigate the claim from the uninsured scheme to the untraced scheme. They were also able to gather sufficient evidence to identify the offending driver to secure an admission of liability.
Through diligent legal efforts and strategic negotiation, the specialist personal injury claims solicitor successfully claimed substantial personal injury compensation for Mr. Bennett. This enabled him to focus on his recovery without the added burden of financial strain.
Due to his injuries Mr Bennett was in receipt of state benefits, his specialist personal injury solicitors advised him of the benefits of a personal injury trust otherwise known as a special needs trust. This enabled Mr Bennett to retain his substantial compensation award, whist still enabling him to receive state means tested benefits post settlement.
The settlement not only addressed immediate medical costs and rehabilitation but also provided a pathway for Mr. Bennett to rebuild his life after such a traumatic experience.
This case highlights the importance of having competent legal representation in navigating complex personal injury claims, especially when dealing with uninsured drivers and significant serious injuries.