Merseyside Police Pays £5,000 in Damages to Mr M After Mistaken Identity Leads to Injury
On 9 September 2022, our client, “Mr M”, was stationary on his moped when a vehicle suddenly stopped in front of him.
Believing he was about to be attacked, Mr M attempted to pull away but was tackled off his bike by a person in civilian clothing.
As a result, the moped fell onto Mr M, causing him injury.
It was later confirmed that the vehicle was an unmarked police car, and the individual was an undercover police officer. The police acknowledged it was a case of mistaken identity, and no charges were brought against our client.
Claim for Damages Filed and Liability Admitted by Merseyside Police
Phoenix Legal Solicitors submitted a claim against Merseyside Police on behalf of Mr M, and the police accepted liability.
To support the claim, medical evidence was gathered from an Accident and Emergency Medicine specialist as well as from a Consultant Psychologist.
Injury Assessment and Compensation Estimate
Mr M sustained soft tissue abrasions to the left side of his head, left leg, thigh, chest, hip, and knee, which took approximately two months to heal.
He also experienced psychological distress as a result of the incident.
Based on the Judicial College guidelines and relevant case law, the value of this claim was estimated to be between £2,000.00 and £4,000.00.
Above-Expected Settlement for Mr M
Phoenix Legal Solicitors successfully secured an award of £5,000.00 for Mr. M, which exceeded the estimated value of the claim. Mr. M is happy with the outcome.
Experienced Solicitors Ready to Help with Your Personal Injury Claim
Phoenix Solicitors acted on a no-win no-fee basis in this case and are pleased to have secured a settlement for our client that exceeded the recommended compensation range.
If you or a loved one has suffered due to someone else’s negligence, our team of experienced personal injury solicitors is here to offer a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your options.
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