Paraplegic Woman Sues Insurer, Alleging Collusion in Disability Claim

A young woman from Savoie, France, is embroiled in a legal battle against her insurer and a medical expert following a mountain accident in June 2020 that left her paraplegic. Laura claims that both parties colluded to minimize her disability compensation. "They did everything to avoid paying the benefits I'm entitled to," she stated in the M6 Info report. Her lawyer, Me Édouard Bourgin, points to a significant discrepancy: Laura received 18,000 euros, a fraction of the potential 600,000 to 800,000 euros she could have received if the contract had been properly executed. Bourgin alleges collusion between the insurer and the medical expert. The insurer counters that all expenses were covered. Laura's case is considered a significant development in France, raising questions about the potential for similar situations. Her story highlights the vulnerabilities of individuals facing such circumstances and the importance of fair compensation for disability.