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Lavelle Partners Secures Long-Term Settlement Following Accident at Work
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Lavelle Partners Secures Long-Term Settlement Following Accident at Work

Published on 01 May 2026

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Grace Molloy
Grace Molloy

Solicitor, Medical Negligence & Personal Injury


Case Study Overview

Serious injuries can occur in the workplace due to isolated incidents or repetitive strain, often with a lasting impact on a person’s health and livelihood. This case study outlines an accident at work and the resulting Personal Injury case.

Workplace Accident

Our client, aged 28, worked in a meat factory in the midlands of the country. A poorly maintained machine malfunctioned, resulting in our client sustaining serious injuries to muscles in his upper and lower arms.

Long-Term Consequences

As a result of his injuries, our client faces the following consequences: :

  • Severe limitations on his ability to continue working in his chosen field

  • Permanent restrictions on upper body mobility

  • Significant reduction in independence

  • Requirement for adapted transport, including wheelchair-accessible housing

  • Ongoing need for specialist equipment, such as mobility aids and assistive technologies

  • Long-term care and rehabilitation needs

How We Helped

Our client approached us in 2024 following his accident at work.

On instruction, our Personal Injury Team duly:

  • Compiled comprehensive medical evidence

  • Engaged leading medical experts, including a pain management consultant, occupational therapist and physiotherapist

  • Evaluated his future care needs, transport requirements and rehabilitation plan

  • Ensured all aspects of his loss, including physical, financial and emotional, were properly quantified

Case Study Outcome

As a result of our thorough management of the case, we successfully secured a long-term settlement for our client that provides financial security for his life.

Further Information

For expert legal guidance or to discuss a possible case following an accident at work, please contact Partner Avril Scally or Solicitor Grace Molloy in our award-winning Medical Negligence & Personal Injury Team.

See also our Accidents at Work and Serious Injuries pages.

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