Case Studies:

Cyclist obtains settlement of £75,000

August 14, 2024

£75,000 compensation for cyclist

Finucane Toner Solicitors were instructed by AJ, a keen cyclist, who fell off his bicycle in August 2023 whilst cycling down the Antrim Road in Belfast. AJ cycled through a wet patch on the road, concealing a poorly maintained manhole, which resulted in him falling forcefully from his bicycle and suffering personal injuries, including a broken hip. Jack Dowling had carriage of this matter.

AJ, approached Finucane Toner in September 2023 seeking advice regarding a personal injury claim. A letter of claim was sent to the Defendant, who then, on a without prejudice basis, decided to enter into early negotiations given the circumstances of the accident.

After obtaining appropriate medical evidence, we entered into discussion with the Defendant. An initial figure of £40,000 was proposed and rejected. Following negotiations with Counsel, a figure of £75,000 was agreed upon without admission of liability.

Thankfully we were able to resolve this claim without the need to unnecessarily litigate in Court which would have been both costly and time consuming for our client. We are happy to have delivered this great result to our client less than 12 months from the date of his accident.

Our client was delighted with the outcome.

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£40,000+ Dog Bite Settlement for Child Left with Permanent Scarring

By KIERAN MCNICHOLL • November 4, 2026

We are pleased to have secured more than £40,000 in compensation for our young client, who was bitten by a dog whilst playing football outside his home. The dog was being walked without a lead and attacked without warning, leaving our client with a permanent scar on his hand. Jack Dowling dealt with this matter. We obtained medical evidence to assess the injury and its long-term effects before negotiating compensation. The claim was covered by the dog owner’s pet insurance, which met the compensation payment and legal costs. If you or your child has been injured by a dog, seeking legal advice early can help establish who is responsible, whether insurance cover is available and what evidence is needed to pursue a claim. Contact our team to discuss how we can help.

RTC: £40,000 Compensation

By KIERAN MCNICHOLL • November 2, 2026

We secured £40,000 in compensation for our client, a healthcare worker, following a road traffic accident in 2024. Our client was driving home from work when an HGV collided with the rear of her vehicle. She suffered whiplash injuries, which resolved within a number of months, alongside a significant wrist injury sustained while gripping the steering wheel during the collision. We obtained reports from a range of medical experts to assess her injuries and support her claim. Court proceedings were issued, and a settlement of £40,000 was agreed shortly afterwards. Our client was delighted to settle her claim pre-court. Jack Dowling was instructed.

£60,000 for Slipping Injury

By KIERAN MCNICHOLL • September 25, 2026

We are pleased to have secured £60,000 in compensation for a client who suffered a significant injury after slipping on a manhole cover. The Defendant, the owner of the manhole cover, denied liability, and the case was listed for trial. We obtained a report from an expert engineer, who concluded that the cover’s material and surface texture did not provide sufficient slip resistance for a public walkway. The claim settled the day before trial.