It is always difficult to read reports whereby young children have been affected by injury, especially when it is serious and life threatening.
A recent case was reported whereby a boy aged 6 years old has received a settlement figure of £1,320,000.00 after he suffered brain damage following a fall at his nursery in 2004.
The young boy, now known to be James Pitcher, was in the care of Headstart Nursery in Croyden, South London when he fell from a changing table.
The fall left the young boy quadriplegic and unable to swallow effectively. He requires the use of a ventilator at night and feeding through a gastrostomy tube.
Not only have the nursery caring for him admitted liability but the Mayday Hospital NHS Trust have also accepted some liability as they delayed his diagnosis.
The money will assist in the 24 hour care needed for the young boy and will also help the family to adapt their home to cater for his needs.
Whilst the substantial settlement awarded will help to ease the burden of the care costs it will not cure James Pitcher and it is expected that he will not survive past the age of 15 years.
This report is extremely sad to read and I’m sure you will agree that it makes many other claims seem small and almost insignificant.
However, the important point to make is that if you have been injured by the negligence of someone caring for you or a child or even the NHS trust, you are entitled to make a claim for the pain and suffering you have endured.
You should ensure that you contact a specialist firm of lawyers whom can offer you the best level of service and the most comprehensive advice in order that they can guide you through your claim as smoothly as possible.
The Injury Lawyers have years of experience in dealing with such claims and we are always happy to provide you with advice and assistance.
