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14.07.08 A woman suffered a serious leg injury when
her stiletto heel snapped when she was on a night out.
The shoes were brand new and hadnt been worn before yet
the heel gave way and was later found to be defective.
The injured victim made a
compensation claim for injury. The victim had to
have an operation to correct her injury and was forced
to give up her job. The case was successful primarily
because Dolcis could not establish that the shoes were
of "merchantable quality".
Michael Hardacre, who represented the claimant
said: "In English law she was well protected under
the Sale of Goods Act so it was relatively
straightforward." He went on to say that in similar
situations.”If they have just bought the shoes and
the shop admits liability they could and should take it
up."
This case could lead to many more claims being
brought against shoe manufacturers for defective
merchandise. There are many thousands of similar
tripping or falling
accidents across the country. But people seldom seek
legal advice following such an injury. Dolcis went
into administration in January but their holding company
refused to comment on this case. If you have fallen in
similar circumstances you may be able to make a claim.
We can help with legal advice and also specialise in
supermarket
slipping accidents and injuries suffered in shops /
stores etc.
Call us on 0800 0322210 for free and
impartial advice.
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