TikTok videos show factory worker doing 'vigorous' exercise a month before he told GP he couldn't attend gym due to injuries
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Mario Pompa, a meat factory worker and TikTok influencer, was awarded nearly €18,000 in compensation despite evidence of him engaging in vigorous exercise shortly before claiming debilitating injuries. The judge noted giving him the 'benefit of the doubt', believing Pompa did not intend to misrepresent his condition. His case illustrates the challenges courts face when social media activities can contradict personal injury claims, highlighting the need for careful consideration of context in such legal matters.
The judge stated, "I am giving him the benefit of the doubt, as it appears he did not set out to misrepresent his injuries, despite the contradictory evidence presented."
Mario Pompa's case highlights the complexities of personal injury claims, especially when social media presence can contradict the claims of incapacity due to injury.
Read at Independent
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