Case Studies:

£120,000+ for client shot in 1970s

January 23, 2025

Victims' Payments Board Payment of £120,000+

We are pleased this week to have obtained a large sum of over £120,000 for a client who was injured in a sectarian UVF shooting in the 1970s. Jack Dowling was instructed.

Our client and his colleagues were driving to work when their van was ambushed by the UVF who, indiscriminately, opened fire on the vehicle, killing the young driver. Our client was hit three times.

We were instructed in April 2023 to assist our client in making an application to the Victims' Payments Board. The NIO describes that the purpose of the Scheme is to provide those living with permanent disablement (either physical, psychological or both) caused by injury through no fault of their own in a Troubles-related incident with payments primarily in acknowledgement of the acute harm which they have suffered.

If you were injured in a 'Troubles-related incident' between 1 January 1966 and 12 April 2010 you may be entitled to such a payment.

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

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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.

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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.