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Operations Manager Receives $120,000 Settlement After Hand Injury

Public Liability

$120000

Settled sum

The Facts about Daniel Fraser’s Public Liability Case and Settlement Process

Daniel Fraser, an operations manager, suffered a hand injury in October 2021 while inspecting a property he was interested in purchasing. He sustained a fracture to his non-dominant hand, resulting in a 2% whole person impairment.

A claim for damages was brought against the property owners and the real estate agent for failing to ensure the premises were safe. The matter resolved informally during the litigation phase for $120,000 inclusive of costs.

The Claim Process on Daniel Fraser's Public Liability Case

1

Notify the liable party of the injury:

Carter Capner Law notified the property owners and agents involved of the incident that caused the injury.

2

Seek medical attention and obtain supporting records:

Daniel obtained medical treatment for his hand fracture, and reports were compiled to assess the extent of his injury, confirming a 2% whole person impairment.

3

Investigation & gathering evidence:

Carter Capner Law investigated the liability of the property owners and real estate agent, gathering records, medical assessments, and witness statements to support the claim.

4

Lodge the claim:

A formal claim was lodged, alleging that the property owners and real estate agent failed in their duty of care.

5

Informal negotiations in litigation:

Although the case progressed to the litigation phase, it was resolved through informal negotiations, avoiding the need for a full trial.

The Outcome of Daniel Fraser’s Public Liability Case

Settlement Details: Settled for $120,000, compensating Daniel for his hand fracture, associated impairment, and related financial and personal losses.

Closing Remarks: This case highlights the importance of property owners and agents maintaining safe conditions for visitors and prospective buyers. It also demonstrates how Carter Capner Law’s skilled negotiation can resolve litigation efficiently and secure fair compensation for injured parties.

Been injured? It’s your right to claim, ask us if you need help. Carter Capner Law offers No Win. No Fee. for most injury compensation cases that it takes on, including:

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In some cases like medical negligence, we ask our client to meet the case expenses – but in many cases, we still take the financial risk of investing thousands of hours of expert professional work to ensure the claim’s success.

Disclaimer: Names have been change to protect the identity of our client. The image depicted is not of our client.

Lauren Domijan

Senior Associate

Lauren is an expert in compensation for public liability claims. Call today to discuss your compensation issue.

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