In June 2019, Grant Greening-Steer was involved in a serious motorbike accident in New Milton, Hampshire, when a car pulled out in front of him. He claims to have suffered significant injuries, including a fractured spine and a traumatic brain injury, leading him to seek £5 million in compensation. Greening-Steer insists that he requires a mobility scooter and struggles with daily tasks due to his condition.
However, recent developments have cast doubt on his claims. Surveillance footage has emerged showing Greening-Steer walking normally, which contradicts his assertions of severe disability. The High Court is now examining whether he has exaggerated his injuries to enhance the value of his compensation claim.
The defense argues that Greening-Steer’s compensation should be valued at just £112,022 rather than the nearly £5 million he seeks. Neurosurgeons involved in the case have concluded that Greening-Steer is likely exaggerating his symptoms. Charles Woodhouse KC, representing the defense, stated, “His dishonesty has been present from the start of and throughout his claim.” They contend that he is malingering—essentially faking or exaggerating symptoms to gain financial benefit.
Greening-Steer has reported significant challenges with manual dexterity; he struggles with buttons and laces. He states, “If I sit down for a long period of time, my left foot goes stiff and if I stand for a long time, my leg will spasm.” Yet this portrayal conflicts with the evidence presented by the defense.
Medical experts have highlighted discrepancies in Greening-Steer’s reported abilities. For instance, while he claims he can walk only 100 meters without exhaustion, surveillance shows him walking comfortably over 150 meters. This contradiction raises questions about the validity of his entire compensation claim.
If found fundamentally dishonest by the court, Greening-Steer risks receiving nothing from his claim. The trial continues as both sides prepare to present their evidence and arguments before the judge.
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