Irwin Mitchell (Sheffield)

The Claimant was struck by a car on a pedestrian crossing. A claim was made against the responsible driver. After a period of time and investigation, liability was admitted. Pre accident the Claimant suffered learning difficulties, she did not have paid employment and could not live independently and lived in supported accommodation.

The Claimant sustained serious injuries including a severe brain injury, and severe orthopaedic injuries. Her physical restrictions mean that she is immobile, incontinent and wheelchair bound. She lacked capacity. The Claimant after discharged from hospital and transferred to a Rehabilitation Centre, however due to her complex needs only care was provided to her. A private rehabilitation package was therefore put in place, including support workers, brain injury case manager, speech and language therapy and physiotherapy whilst in the rehabilitation centre to try and realise her potential and recovery whilst in the Centre.

The case settled which ensured that she was able to move out into her own adapted home with 24-hour care and a full rehabilitation package for the rest of her life. She received a lump sum and periodical payments.

The Claimant was a cyclist injured when his bike hit potholes in the road. A claim was made to the Council responsible for road maintenance. Liability was denied. We obtained expert evidence in highways maintenance, accident reconstruction, meteorology, inspection, the lighting and positioning.

The Claimant sustained serious injuries including a severe brain injury, and lack of capacity, a hemiplegia which meant he was paralysed on the left side of his body and could not walk. We obtained £400,000 of interim payments to adapt the Claimant’s house to make it wheelchair accessible and put in place a brain injury case manager and a rehabilitation package including physiotherapy, OT and neuropsychology and care. Case settled for £16 million on full liability basis.

Jacqui tore her carotid artery in a road traffic collision, leading to her having a life-changing stroke. She now suffers from left sided paralysis, emotional changes, and cognitive deficits arising from the stroke and is largely wheelchair dependent. Her condition is permanent. Contributory negligence was raised by the Defendant, who argued that Jacqui was partially at fault for the accident. Through detailed investigation, the argument was defeated. We worked collaboratively with the Defendant’s team to implement a full rehabilitation team at an early stage, resulting in her being able to walk short distances, having initially been wheelchair dependent. This approach also facilitated a move to suitable rental accommodation and then a bungalow purchase which was suitable for Jacqui’s needs.
We achieved a settlement for £6,300,000.

Louise Jenkins, a Partner, represented a middle aged male claimant who was catastrophically injured when he was attempting to cross the road and was run over by a car. He sustained a brain injury and a spinal cord injury which left him paralysed from the neck down (tetraplegic). Louise successfully secured a negotiation on liability on the case despite many complexities. The value of the case was in significant dispute and ultimately went to an initial trial and then on to the Court of Appeal. The Claimant won his case and recovered a substantial seven figure lump sum and annual payments to meet his 24 hour care needs, paid for privately. The settlement also enabled him to live in his own home, purchased and adapted for his needs, which was his ultimate goal. The Defendant had argued that the Claimant should remain in a state funded nursing home.

“Couldn't be happier - Highly recommend… I chose Irwin Mitchell to assist with a serious brain injury claim on behalf of a relative, and couldn't be happier with the service they have provided throughout. I have dealt with Sarah Downs & Claire Pilsworth for a great length of time, who have both not only been professional & knowledgeable, but have also shown kindness & compassion. I felt that everything was explained thoroughly to ensure I understood every step of the way, but also done on a personal level, ensuring I felt comfortable and well informed. Thank you so much for all of your hard work. We, as a family, really appreciate everything you have done to ensure that our relative is cared for and that not only her 'needs' but also her 'wants' are looked after.”

"I am immensely satisfied with the service received from Irwin Mitchell. I wanted a company I could trust, and ensure that my claim would be dealt with, in a professional and timely manner. I was kept informed throughout the proceedings, and given good advice at each stage. Irwin Mitchell delivered in all areas. Throughout all proceedings Louise and her team showed real care and compassion that made me feel part of their family. I would rate them 10 stars if I could!"

"I want to thank all of the team who are looking after me but in particular my heartfelt thanks go to Louise Jenkins and Ewan Bain who have been my rocks over the last three months, thank you for your time and patience."

"Our experience with Louise Jenkins and Jeanette Scalen of Irwin Mitchell was second to none. They accepted our case and worked tirelessly for 10 years to get compensation for my son's injury. Nothing was to much trouble at any time, the communication between ourselves and them was first class, every step of the way was discussed and informed with ourselves. Excellent."

“All the staff at Irwin Mitchell are completely trustworthy. Very professional but down to earth and certainly know their job. Nothing is too much trouble and they make you feel like one of the team.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Irwin Mitchell to anyone”.

“I was always treated as an individual not just a number in such a big organisation. Everything was explained to me about what was going to happen as the process moved on I was always made to feel at ease if there was something I did not understand.

The best thing to come out of my accident was to meet all the lovely people who helped me”.