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Injury Types

If you or a family member has suffered an injury due to somebody else’s negligence, an experienced solicitor can help you get the compensation that you deserve. Injury claim specialists can help you claim compensation for all types of injuries. So whether you have suffered a whiplash injury, a leg injury, a back injury or a wrist injury, solicitors can help you claim the compensation that you are legally entitled to.

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    What types of personal injuries can I claim for?

    A personal injury claim can be made for a whole host of different injury types. From cuts, sprains, burns and broken bones through to industrial illnesses, hospital-acquired infections, psychological injuries and even death. Providing your injury or injuries were caused by somebody else’s negligence, and you are within the time limits for making a claim, you should be entitled to pursue a claim for compensation.

    Here are some of the most common types of personal injuries that people claim compensation for:

    Whiplash

    Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a sudden and forceful back-and-forth movement of the neck, which can strain and damage the muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues in this area.

    The injury is typically associated with car accidents, especially rear-end collisions, but it can also be due to other scenarios such as falls or sports incidents.

    Whiplash symptoms can take a few days to develop. These often include pain, stiffness, dizziness, headaches and reduced range of motion. You can read more about whiplash injuries here:

    Sprains and strains

    Sprains and strains are similar to whiplash, but they affect different parts of the body. A sprain occurs when a ligament is stretched or torn, typically when a joint is forced out of its usual position. The ankle, wrist, knee, and fingers are the most commonly sprained joints.

    A strain, on the other hand, occurs when a muscle or tendon is overstretched or torn, usually due to a sudden movement, twist or fall. Both injuries can cause pain, swelling and limited mobility.

    Severe tears of muscles, tendons or ligaments may need surgery and physical therapy to restore strength and function.

    Cuts and lacerations

    Cuts and lacerations are injuries that occur when the skin and, in some cases, the underlying tissues are damaged by sharp objects or blunt trauma. These can be due to falls from heights, machinery accidents, sports injuries, animal attacks, etc.

    Severe cuts and lacerations can cause significant bleeding, tetanus and infections. They may also need stitches, which can cause permanent scarring. You can find out how to claim for a laceration injury here:

    Fractures and broken bones

    Broken bones, also called fractures, refer to cracks or breaks in the bone’s structure. These can be partial or complete, and the bone can break into two or more pieces. With severe compound fractures, the bone can also break through the skin, increasing the risk of infections and other complications.

    Broken bone injuries are typically caused by sudden trauma, such as from a car accident, a fall, or being hit by a heavy object. You can also develop stress or hairline fractures, which are thin cracks in the bone caused by overuse and repetitive stress, common in athletes and manual workers.

    Fractures can cause intense pain, swelling, deformity and inability to move the affected area. You can learn more about making a claim for a broken bone here:

    Facial injuries

    Facial injuries refer to any trauma or damage to the soft tissues, bones or structures of the face. These can vary in severity from minor cuts and bruises to broken teeth, fractures of the nose and loss of eyesight.

    Common causes of facial injuries include road traffic accidents, workplace accidents, assaults and high-speed collisions during sports. Facial injuries can have both a physical and psychological impact and may lead to a claim for compensation, such as:

    Head and brain injuries

    Trauma to the head can range from mild bumps and concussions to severe brain trauma. Such injuries can have short-term or long-lasting effects on your physical, cognitive and emotional health.

    Some of the symptoms of head injuries include headaches, nausea, confusion, irritability, blurred vision or ringing in the ears. In severe cases, brain injuries can cause seizures, slurred speech, loss of consciousness, paralysis and coma.

    The most common situations leading to head injuries include road traffic accidents, falls from height, workplace accidents and assaults.

    If another party was responsible for your trauma, you could be eligible to claim compensation from them. Examples of claims related to head injuries include:

    Repetitive strain injuries

    Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) are a group of musculoskeletal disorders caused by repetitive movement or overuse of certain parts of the body.

    They typically affect the nerves, muscles and tendons and are common in workplaces or activities that require frequent and prolonged use of specific muscles or joints. Examples include typing, using machinery and swinging motions in sports such as tennis and golf.

    RSIs can cause various symptoms, such as pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, numbness, tingling, and weakness. Most can be resolved or improved with rest and physical therapy, but severe cases may require surgery.

    Examples of claims related to repetitive strain injuries include:

    Burn injuries

    Burns are a type of injury to the skin or other underlying tissues caused by exposure to heat, certain chemicals, electricity, radiation or sunlight.

    They can vary in severity from superficial burns that affect only the outer layer of the skin to fourth-degree burns that extend to deeper tissues such as muscles and bone. The latter are extremely severe and can result in permanent loss of function and life-threatening complications.

    You can read more about burn injuries here:

    Upper and lower limb injuries

    Upper limb injuries refer to injuries that affect the arms, hands, or shoulder region, while lower limb injuries refer to injuries to the legs, knees, feet, and hips. These can be due to various causes, including slips, trips and falls, road accidents, overuse, accidents at work, sports, assaults and military accidents.

    Injuries to the limbs range from minor cuts, sprains and strains to severe fractures, burns, dislocations and crush injuries. Symptoms can include pain, tenderness, loss of mobility, instability and loss of function. Examples of compensation claims related to limb injuries include:

    Psychological injuries

    Psychological injuries refer to mental or emotional harm caused by traumatic events, stress, or prolonged exposure to harmful conditions. While psychological injuries are not visible, they can affect a person’s life and well-being just as much or more than a physical injury. These include stress, anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

    Common symptoms of psychological trauma include persistent fear, sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, flashbacks, nightmares, fatigue and withdrawal from social activities. You can read more about making a claim for a psychological injury here:

    Back injuries

    Back injuries are among the most common types of injuries. They can be caused by manual handling, repeated strain, awkward positions and sudden trauma, such as from a slip and fall. These range from mild sprains and strains to severe back fractures and injuries to the spinal cord.

    Back injuries can be acute or chronic, with symptoms such as pain, muscle spasms, stiffness, limited mobility, numbness and weakness. In severe cases, trauma to the spinal cord can result in permanent paralysis or lack of bladder or bowel control. Some compensation claims related to back injuries include:

    Industrial illnesses

    Industrial illnesses refer to medical conditions caused by work-related activities or exposure to hazardous conditions or substances in the workplace. These can involve unsafe noise levels, heavy machinery, manual labour, asbestos, chemicals, vibrating tools, etc.

    Some of the most common causes of industrial illnesses include lack of proper training, defective machinery, inadequate safety equipment and other types of negligence.

    If your employer has breached their duty of care towards you, you could claim compensation. You can read more about industrial claims by following the links below:

    Medical injuries

    Medical injuries refer to any harm that occurs due to substandard medical care or treatment. This can involve surgical errors, medication errors, misdiagnosis, birth injuries, paramedic negligence and many other examples.

    Medical injuries are often due to a lack of proper training or experience, failure to follow established medical guidelines, failure to interpret test results and inadequate staffing.

    Besides physical harm, medical injuries can have a substantial impact on quality of life, life expectancy, mental well-being and trust in the healthcare system. Compensation claims for medical negligence include:

    Fatal injuries

    Fatal injuries refer to harm that results in a person’s death. These can be due to various causes, such as high-speed road accidents, falls from heights, industrial illnesses, workplace incidents or violent acts. Fatal injuries can have a devastating impact on the deceased’s loved ones, causing significant grief, suffering and financial strain.

    If you lost a loved one because of someone else’s negligence, you could claim compensation for the loss of income and services they provided. You can read more about making a claim for a wrongful death here:

    This list of injuries is not exhaustive. If you or your loved one suffered any other type of harm not listed here, you may still be eligible to claim compensation, so do not hesitate to seek legal advice and find out whether your case has merit.

    How much compensation can I claim for my injury?

    The amount of compensation you are awarded will depend on the type of injury you have suffered, the impact that this injury has had on your life and a number of other factors specific to your case. Compensation is broken down into two distinct parts:

    General damages – this is the financial compensation that compensates you for the pain and suffering caused as a result of the accident. It looks at the type of injury you have suffered, how long it lasted and whether there are any longer-term health implications. For example, if you had a cut on your forehead, will this leave a scar? If you have suffered a back injury, will it cause any long term pain or loss of mobility?

    Special damages – this covers financial losses caused by your accident and injuries. The biggest financial loss is often lost earning from having to take time off work to recover from the injury. For serious injuries, your future earning potential may also be affected, and this can also be taken into account when calculating the amount of special damages you should be entitled to. As well as loss of wages, special damages can also cover medical expenses, transport costs and other out of pocket expenses that you have incurred.

    You can find out more information about compensation and how much you could be entitled to on our guide to compensation amounts.