Success for Jenny Lanigan instructed by Kesar and Co solicitors in claim for false imprisonment and breaches of the Human Rights Act 1998

Success for Jenny Lanigan instructed by Kesar and Co solicitors in claim for false imprisonment and breaches of the Human Rights Act 1998

14 Mar 2024
Jennifer Lanigan

Jenny Lanigan, instructed by Kesar & Co, represented a claimant in his claim against the Ministry of Justice. The claimant had been imprisoned in error for a period of 112 days, during and after which, his mental health significantly deteriorated. The claimant sought damages for his unlawful imprisonment and breaches of Articles 5 and 8 of the Human Rights Act 1998.  Following Jenny's advice and drafting, the claimant secured a swift and favourable settlement.