Injury at podiatrist causes hearing loss and vertigo

We settled a claim on behalf of a client who was visiting a local podiatrist.

As he got off the treatment couch, his trouser leg caught on a lever which was sticking up from the couch. It caused him to stumble forwards, running into the wall. As a result of the impact, he suffered hearing loss and vertigo.

A claim was brought on the basis that the lever was an obvious danger and the claimant should have been warned that it was there. The claim was defended.

Proceedings were issued and the case was settled for £25,000.00.

If you have suffered an accident at work or in a car or have suffered injury as a result of poor medical care, call us on 01226 731314 to see if we can help. We generally act on a ‘no win no fee’ basis.

This article is too brief to fully explain the law and should not be relied upon as legal advice.