injuries sustained as a result of a violent attack - case study

Our client was an agency nurse placed upon a ward where patients had psychiatric illnesses, although she had no psychiatric training or background.

She was assaulted by a patient and sustained minor cuts and bruises. An earlier neck and shoulder injury was exacerbated and our client developed Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. She was unable to continue working and required counselling.

outcome: Our client settled out of court for £32,500.

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