How To Value A Work Accident Compensation Claim
If you have suffered an injury as a result of an accident at work you will want to know what compensation you can claim. The amount of compensation is ultimately in theory decided by the courts, but the reality is that over 90% of work accident claims settle without the need for a court hearing. So how do the solicitors value your compensation claim?
The Judicial Studies Board Guidelines
Over the years the courts have awarded compensation for every type of work accident claim conceivable. From broken arms to lost limbs, smashed heels from building accidents to injured backs through carrying items that are too heavy, the court has decided what each injury is worth and produced a guide book called "The Judicial Studies Board Guidelines for the Assessment of General Damages in Personal Injury Cases". However, the guideline is only the starting point. Special circumstances will be taken into account and may mean what appears to be a trivial injury attracts a larger award than it appears that it should on paper. An expert personal injury solicitor will guide you on how much your claim is worth, but here are some figures for the more common injuries:
Orthopaedic Injuries
- Neck injuries:- From £82,500 for injury including paraplegia to £15,000 for fractures and dislocations of the neck.
- Back Injuries:- From £4,250 for minor injuries making a full recovery within two years to £93,000 for cases of the utmost severity.
- Amputation of Limbs:- From £132,500 for loss of both arms to £52,500 for below elbow amputation of one arm.
- Wrist Injuries:- From £4,000 for a straightforward fracture to £33,000 for injuries leading to loss of function of the elbow.
Other Parts of A Compensation Claim
The above amounts are called an award for General Damages for the pain and suffering experienced. The other part of a work accident compensation claim includes a claim for losses and expenses including:
- Lost earnings and any retraining costs required
- Treatment and medical expenses
- Travelling expenses
- Other losses and expenses
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