Madden & Finucane Solicitors has secured a £50,000 settlement for a client who suffered injuries after being struck by a vehicle on the Ravenhill Road in Belfast.
Our client was walking along the road when a vehicle drove over his foot and left the scene without stopping. When our team pursued the claim, liability was initially disputed by the third-party insurers – a position that left our client facing a significant uphill battle without the right legal support.
Madden & Finucane’s dedicated personal injury team conducted a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the accident, gathering the necessary evidence to force an admission of liability from the insurers. We then arranged independent medical assessments to ensure our client’s injuries were fully and accurately documented before entering into negotiations.
The insurers’ opening offer was £20,000 – a figure that significantly undervalued the impact of the accident on our client’s life. Our team rejected this and pursued the claim assertively. The case ultimately settled for £50,000, representing a 150% increase on the original offer.
Solicitor Claire Loughran commented: “The initial offer significantly undervalued our client’s claim. By obtaining the right medical evidence and taking a firm approach in negotiations, we were able to secure a settlement that properly reflects his injuries and recovery.”
If you have been injured as a pedestrian, whether in a hit-and-run or any other road accident, Madden & Finucane can advise you on your options. Call our office on 028 9023 8007 or get in touch via our secure contact form for further information.