Personal Injury Claims

1. Personal Injury Claims A workplace accident law firm can have a devastating effect, not only on the injured person but also on those close to them; sometimes changing lives forever. They know how daunting it can be to suddenly have to deal with hospitals, the police, insurance companies, or the courts. They can help you to manage this and support you through the process of bringing a claim to obtain much-needed compensation. Over the years they have acted for adults and children in personal injury cases involving many serious and complex injuries including: Brain Injury The effect of a brain injury (sometimes described as neurological injury) varies widely. In some cases, an injured person is left in a minimally conscious state or might have significant ongoing problems with physical coordination and decision-making. Other people may have more subtle injuries but still, experience difficulties coping with life in the aftermath of their injury. Brain injury can also cause additional problems, such as visual impairment or epilepsy. Spinal Injury A spinal injury can be catastrophic. It may include damage to the spinal cord and surrounding nerves (a neurological injury) or the spinal vertebra (an orthopaedic injury). Compression of the nerves at the base of the spine (known as cauda equine syndrome) can also cause long-term problems, if not treated appropriately. Amputations Any limb loss will impact daily activities and may also have a significant psychological impact. Difficulty returning to work or carrying out caring responsibilities are some of the possible life- changing effects. Children who have lost limbs may need extra help with education, physical activities, and socializing. They regularly act for people who have suffered serious injuries in road traffic accidents. Investigation of the claim often involves working with the police, accident reconstruction

2. specialists, and medical experts to understand how the accident occurred and the effects on the injured person. Theycan deal robustly with issues that may arise regarding motor insurance (including uninsured drivers) and allegations that the injured person contributed to their injury. This is referred to as 'contributory negligence and, for example, may include not wearing a seatbelt. Their clients include people injured in the workplace, at school, or in some other place outside the home. They are experienced in bringing claims regarding unsafe premises and working practices, including where there has been an inadequate risk assessment. They also act for clients who have been injured during organized trips, including trips abroad. As such, they can deal with the additional complications of an accident that occurred outside of Ireland. They also represent Armed Forces personnel in bringing personal injuries solicitors and human rights claims against the Ministry of Defence (‘MoD’).Often, military personnel is given the impression that they are not allowed to bring a claim against the MoD. This is not correct and claims can be brought in respect of injuries sustained during a training exercise and whilst on active duty. They act for Armed Forces personnel who have been unnecessarily exposed to dangerous/unsafe working practices and suffered injury as a result. This has included toxic exposure during military service. Contact Details: Keenan & Company Address: 8 St. Agnes Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12, Ireland Call: 01 5634676 Email: info@keenanandco.ie Website: https://www.keenanandco.ie/