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Young Student Injured at School Secures $21,000 Settlement

Public Liability

$21000

Settled sum

The Facts about Oliver Grant’s Public Liability Case and Settlement Process#

Oliver Grant, a 7-year-old student, was injured at his primary school in 2012 after colliding with a steel rail.

He sustained the following:

  • Dental injuries requiring treatment.
  • Consequential loss and future dental care requirements.

Oliver’s claim was initially closed for inactivity in 2013. When he revived the claim in 2024, liability was denied by the other party, who first offered nil damages. An independent expert report confirmed that future dental treatment would be required as a result of the accident.

Following informal negotiations, the matter resolved for $21,000 inclusive of costs in 2025.

The Claim Process on Oliver Grant's Public Liability Case

1

Initial consultation

Carter Capner Law met with Oliver’s guardian, assessed the incident, and explained the public liability claim process.

2

Investigation & gathering evidence

Medical and dental records were obtained, and expert opinion was commissioned to confirm the need for future dental care.

3

Lodging the claim

A public liability claim was lodged against the relevant party responsible for maintaining the school premises.

4

Negotiations

Although the other party denied liability and initially offered nil damages, Carter Capner Law continued negotiations supported by strong medical evidence.

5

Case resolution

The matter resolved by way of informal negotiations for $21,000 inclusive of costs.

The Outcome of Oliver Grant’s Public Liability Case

Settlement Details: Settled for $21,000, providing compensation for Oliver’s dental injuries and future treatment needs.

Closing Remarks: This case highlights Carter Capner Law’s persistence in achieving compensation even where liability was strongly contested. Through careful use of expert evidence, the firm secured an appropriate settlement for a child injury claim.

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

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