Dublin sailing instructor settles action after finger amputated

A sailing instructor whose wedding ring finger was amputated in an accident as she helped tow a dinghy has settled her High Court action against her sailing club.

Dublin sailing instructor settles action after finger amputated

Accomplished musician Hannah Fitzsimons told the High Court yesterday she has had to give up plans to be a music teacher and she can no longer play the piano and flute after the accident four years ago when she was a sailing instructor with Sutton Dinghy Club.

The woman, who was aged 19 years at the time of the accident, told Mr Justice Kevin Cross she now wears a prosthetic finger when going out, as she is embarrassed.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited