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Call Irwin Mitchell Solicitors now on 0870 024 0560 or complete the claim form to register your claim.

One of our trained staff will call you back as soon as possible for a free initial consultation to discuss your case in more detail and advise you further. If you have a case, we assign our best staff with the expertise to handle your claim.

We will investigate and build evidence to back up your case. We may in some cases obtain the opinion of a lawyer practicing in the country where your accident occurred for further advice.

Once we have all the relevant information, we will send a letter of claim to the Defendant and then correspond with their representatives. We will keep in touch with you throughout, so you’re always informed.

Finally, with your approval, we arrive at the best compensation settlement possible.

Swimming Pool Accident in Italy

Published date: 15 May 2008

Martin Dufficy, 13, was playing in a swimming pool at a villa in Italy when, just as he went to push away from the side, he caught his heal on the sharp edge of the submerged edge of the swimming pool ladder which did not have a rubber stopper on. As a result of the accident, Master Dufficy sustained a severe laceration to his heel leaving a scar. He was also not able to enjoy the rest of his holiday as the accident occurred on the first day.

The villa had been rented by Master Dufficy’s parents from the owner who was based in England. The owner agreed to compensate Master Dufficy for his injury, the consequential financial losses sustained by his parents and for the family’s loss of enjoyment.

The owner of the villa eventually agreed to settle the claim for £4,000 which was then approved by the court in view of Master Dufficy’s age.

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