£14,000 for sprained ankle caused by a pothole on a country road

Mrs. M turned to Aston Knight Solicitors for legal representation after suffering an injury from tripping over a pothole on a country road. Claims involving pothole-related accidents on rural roads are notoriously challenging, as such roads see less pedestrian traffic compared to urban areas, meaning councils have less frequent inspection and maintenance obligations.

As expected, the local council initially denied liability, arguing that they had met their legal responsibilities regarding road maintenance. At this stage, many law firms would have deemed the case too difficult to pursue and closed the claim. However, at Aston Knight, we take a determined approach to securing justice for our clients.

Refusing to accept the initial rejection, we presented further legal arguments and evidence, eventually persuading the council to admit liability.

Once liability was successfully established, we arranged for Mrs. M to be assessed by a leading Orthopaedic Surgeon, ensuring that the full extent of her injuries was properly documented. Additionally, to support her recovery, we organised a course of private physiotherapy treatment, which proved instrumental in helping her regain her pre-accident level of fitness. Thanks to this targeted rehabilitation, Mrs. M made a full recovery within just over 2.5 years.

The final settlement represented an excellent result, both in securing justice for Mrs. M and in demonstrating our commitment to pursuing difficult claims to a successful conclusion. This case serves as yet another example of the Aston Knight Difference in action—where persistence, expertise, and dedication make all the difference in achieving the best possible outcome for our clients.

Our approach to disputed tripping cases has led to multiple successful outcomes for clients in similarly complex claims. You can read more about our trial success in a contested tripping case and how we overcame the legal challenges involved by clicking the link below:

Trial Success in Disputed Tripping Case:
https://www.astonknightsolicitors.co.uk/trial-success-in-disputed-tripping-case/

If you have suffered an injury due to poorly maintained roads or public spaces, our expert team at Aston Knight Solicitors is here to help you fight for the compensation you deserve.

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