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If you’ve suffered a fractured or broken bone in an accident that wasn’t your fault, we can help you make a broken bone compensation claim.
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Any type of fracture can be painful and affect your ability to work and carry out daily activities. You may not be able to drive, cook, clean, care for your children and engage in your hobbies for weeks or even months due to a broken bone. That can also have an emotional impact and lead to lost wages and other financial expenses.
If you’ve suffered a broken or fractured bone due to someone else’s negligence, you may be able to claim compensation. Common accidents leading to a claim include road collisions, workplace accidents, sports incidents, criminal assaults and falls from heights.
If you want to start a broken bone compensation claim, do not hesitate to call 0800 470 0474 or use our online claim form to request a call back. An experienced solicitor will determine if you have a valid case and answer any questions you have about the legal process.
By submitting this form you agree to be contacted by our partners. Find out how we handle your data in our privacy policy. With no win no fee you typically pay 25% of your compensation if your claim is successful, but the fee can vary. Termination fees may apply if you fail to co-operate with your solicitor.
A broken bone injury, also known as a fracture, occurs when there is a break or crack in a bone. Fractures can range from mild to severe and can occur in any bone in the body, including the skull, face, ribs, pelvis and limbs. Common causes of broken bones include:
There are various types of broken bones and fractures, such as:
Regardless of the type of fracture you’ve suffered, if it was due to someone else’s negligence, you could make a bone injury compensation claim.
The symptoms of a broken bone can vary depending on the type, location and severity of the fracture. The most common ones include:
To diagnose your injury, your doctor will thoroughly examine the injured area for signs of deformity, tenderness, swelling, and range of motion. They will also order an X-ray to visualise and confirm you have a broken bone. In some cases, especially for complex fractures, the doctor may also request a CT or MRI scan to obtain more detailed images of the injured area.
Once a diagnosis is confirmed, your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate course of treatment, which may include:
You may also require many months of physical therapy and rehabilitation before the bone returns to normal strength and function. In some cases, you may never fully recover or may suffer other complications, such as:
Your solicitor will assess the full impact of your injury on your life and ensure you receive the maximum level of fracture compensation you are entitled to.
The easiest way to find out if you can claim compensation for a broken bone is through a free consultation with a no win no fee* personal injury solicitor. They will ask you a few questions about your case to determine whether:
Your solicitor will be able to prove a duty of care by referring to the relevant legislation, such as the Road Traffic Act 1988 or the Occupiers Liability Act 1984. You should keep in mind that you can claim broken bone compensation even if you were partially at fault for your injury. For example, if you were not wearing a seatbelt or were incorrectly using your protective equipment in an accident at work. Under contributory negligence, you may receive a reduced compensation award in such cases.
If you want to claim compensation for broken bones, you will need various evidence to show how your accident occurred, how it has affected your life and who was at fault. Your solicitor could use any of the following types of proof:
Once your solicitor has all the necessary evidence, they will calculate the amount of compensation you are entitled to and start negotiating your settlement with the other side.
A fracture or broken bone can be due to many accidents and traumatic events, such as:
Below, we have answered some of the most common questions from people who want to claim personal injury compensation following a bone fracture. For more information or to start your claim, please call 0800 470 0474 today or enter your details into our online claim form to request a call back.
If your child has suffered a fracture due to someone else’s negligence, you could make a compensation claim on their behalf. Your solicitor will help you fill out and file all the documents you need to be appointed as their litigation friend. Afterwards, the claims process will be the same as any other personal injury case.
You will help your solicitor gather evidence for the claim and have many other responsibilities, such as paying court fees, signing legal documents and making decisions about the case. If you secure compensation for your child, you may have to attend an Infant Approval Hearing. This is a simple procedure where a judge examines the evidence and decides whether the settlement is fair.
The time limit to claim compensation for broken bones is three years following the date of your accident. Under the Limitation Act 1980, your claim will become statute-barred and no longer valid if you do not start legal proceedings before this deadline. Some exceptions may apply, such as:
Other time limits may apply to your personal injury claim, so it is essential to seek legal advice as soon as possible if you are considering making a claim.
The amount of broken bone compensation you could receive if you make a successful injury claim depends on your circumstances. Two types of damages will determine how much compensation you could get:
If you are eligible to claim, your personal injury solicitor will represent you on a no win no fee basis. That means you do not have to pay them anything upfront. They will only get a success fee if you receive compensation, which is capped at 25% of your award.
As part of your agreement, your solicitor may also take out After the Event (ATE) insurance for you. The ATE is a type of insurance policy that covers all the litigation expenses if you lose the broken bone compensation claim. These include court fees, medical and police reports, expert witness fees and the defendant’s solicitor costs. You only pay for the cost of the ATE premium if your case is successful.
If you want to claim compensation for broken bones or learn more about the claims process, do not hesitate to call 0800 470 0474 today for a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer. Or use our online claim form if you would prefer to receive a call back.