Holidaymaker awarded compensation after breaking arm in Turkey

Access Legal from Shoosmiths obtained compensation for Mrs P, who suffered a broken arm after being forced to participate in a holiday activity against her will.

What did we do?

Access Legal from Shoosmiths brought a claim against the tour operator under The Package Travel, Package Holiday and Package Tour Regulations 1992. The claim was brought in this country and was successful. 

Background

Mrs P went on a package holiday to Turkey. Midway through it she went on an arranged trip provided by a local coach operator to one of the region's beauty spots, which included a river.  One of the local operator's staff was encouraging people to swim in the river, but Mrs P did not want to. However, she was pulled into the river by her arm, against her wishes, by one of the staff and hurt her arm. It was later discovered that Mrs P had suffered a broken arm. Mrs P received £7,500 compensation for her injury.

Who dealt with the case?

This case was handled by Paul Morrison, Head of the Personal Injury Team, in Northampton.  Paul specialises in employers' liability claims and accidents/diseases abroad.

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