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Broken ankle injury claim - faulty shoe

Article by Personal Injury Team

On 8 July 2008, a 20 year old lady, Sophie King was awarded £7,200 compensation at Manchester County Court in relation to her claim against Dolcis Shoes..

The circumstances of the case were that the lady broke her ankle as a result of the £35.00 Dolcis stiletto heel breaking. The black peep-toe strappy shoes had a two and a half inch heel and she was injured during the course of a night out with friends in Manchester city centre. The injury occurred when she was walking down the tram platform and her shoe snapped and she went over on it.

As a result of the injury she had to have an operation and was in plaster and was unable to play sport and had to quit a holiday waitressing job.

Dolcis admitted liability for the accident.

The case could set a precedent for hundreds of other claims from women who have fallen over when their heels have malfunctioned. Miss King had redress in English law under the Sale of Goods Act. The claim may not have been so straightforward if the shoes were not new.

Ascot Lawyers can provide legal advice if you have been injured in any type of accident. Call now on 01344 783890 to speak to a member of the personal injury team or go to our Do I have a Claim page to submit details of your personal injury claim on line. We will be happy to discuss the individual circumstances of your case and assist you further.

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