Telford microlight crash victim thankful for £100,000 payout
A passenger who is lucky to be alive after a microlight fell 200 feet to the ground has spoken out after he was awarded almost £100,000 in compensation for the serious injuries he suffered.
The 55-year-old, from Telford, was a passenger in the aircraft when the incident unfolded in July 2015 at Shifnal Airfield.
He suffered several spinal fractures, a fractured chest bone and a number of broken bones in his feet. He had to pulled clear of the wreckage after a small fire broke out.
Now, Mr Foreman has said he is thankful the matter has been settled – allowing him to continue to make progress on overcoming his injuries.
“Little did I know that what was meant to be a fun day ended in such terrible circumstances,” he said.
“I’m still living with the consequences of what happened that day; I have trouble sleeping and suffer from severe back pain. Even things that people take for granted such as putting on a pair of socks can be a struggle.
“I used to really enjoy walking before the crash but now I even struggle to walk short distances.
“I’m thankful that the court has settled this matter, allowing me to concentrate on making further progress to overcome my injuries.”
Following the crash the 55-year-old instructed injury lawyers at Irwin Mitchell to help secure funds to help boost his recovery.
Angela Batchelor, specialist serious injury lawyer at Irwin Mitchell, representing Michael, said after the case: “Michael was fortunate to survive the crash in which he suffered a number of very serious injuries.
“The injuries Michael suffered in the collision have had a great impact on his day to day life. Although he is making good progress in his recovery Michael has a long way to go to try and overcome his injuries.
“We are pleased that the Court has recognised this and we hope that the funds awarded will provide Michael with renewed focus to continue his recovery.”
Mr Foreman was awarded £42,500 for his “pain, suffering and loss of amenity” and other sums to compensate him for care and travel costs and lost earnings.
His total payout came to £99,449 and Mr Williams was ordered to pay the legal costs of the case.
