By Daniel Archer. Last Updated 27th August 2025. Fat freezing procedures have become very popular over the past few years. The procedure provides a non-surgical alternative to liposuction. While most procedures go well, there are cases in which medical negligence leads to fat freezing burns and other injuries. If you have been the victim of fat freezing gone wrong, you may be able to make a claim for compensation.

You could receive a payout for your psychological and physical harm, as well as any out-of-pocket expenses you have been subject to. Here at Legal Expert, we have many years of experience when it comes to fat freezing compensation claims, and we can help you to get the payout you deserve. If you would like more information, you can reach our team by:

• Visiting our contact us page
• Calling on 0800 073 8804
• Messaging our live web chat

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• A Guide To Claiming Compensation For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation Claims
• Fat Freezing Risks
• Types Of Fat Freezing Injury Claims
• Who Should Avoid Fat Freezing Procedures?
• Time Limits On Fat Freezing Injury Compensation Claims
• What Can I Claim For When Making A Fat Freezing Injury Compensation Claim?
• Calculating Compensation For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation
• No Win No Fee Claim For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation
• How We Can Help You Take Action For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation
• Start Your Claim Today
• Further Links And Resources

A Guide To Claiming Compensation For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation Claims

If you have suffered a fat freezing injury, this guide has all of the information you need to know. No matter whether you have suffered cryolipolysis skin burn or blisters from CoolSculpting, this guide will cover all of the details regarding launching a successful claim. This includes details on the types of damages you can secure, as well as how much compensation you may receive.

We will also tell you a bit more about the service that we provide, including our 100% No Win No Fee approach to fat freezing injury compensation claims. If you still have a query by the time you get to the end of the guide, please do not hesitate to give us a call.

Fat Freezing Risks

CoolSculpting is a non-invasive alternative to fat reduction surgery. While there has not been an abundance of research into it, it is generally viewed as a safe procedure. In fact, most people do not feel a thing when it is carried out, just a tugging sensation when the two cooling panels are placed on the skin.

The procedure doesn’t involve anaesthesia, tissue manipulation, or cutting, so the vast majority of people can go back to their normal life, and they do not have any recovery time. The fat freezing side effects tend to only occur around the area that has been treated and they are minor. Most will go away without a few days or weeks after you have had the procedure. If you do experience a loss of sensation or numbness around the area that was treated, this is normal. It should only last around a month, though.

So, let’s take a look at some of the immediate CoolSculpting side effects. This includes:

• Muscle cramping
• Mild to moderate pain
• Skin sensitivity
• Numbness
• Tingling
• Stringing
• Bruising
• Tenderness
• Minor swelling
• Pinching sensation
• Firmness
• Redness

You may experience the symptoms that have been mentioned above for a few days or weeks after you have had the procedure.

Some of the other symptoms that you could suffer from include the following:

• Experiencing a sensation of fullness in the throat after treatments involving the chin or neck region
• Diarrhoea, which is caused because by dead fat cells being expelled from the body
• Itchiness, especially a few days after you have had the treatment

If you have suffered any symptoms that have not been mentioned, or they have lasted for a lot longer than they should have, it is advisable to see a doctor as soon as possible. It is also likely that you will be able to claim. Common injuries that people claim include blisters after cryolipolysis and CoolSculpting burns.

Types Of Fat Freezing Injury Claims

There are many different types of fat freezing injury claims that can be made. Nevertheless, it all comes down to proving that you did not receive the required level of treatment and that this resulted in you suffering an injury. Here are some examples of the claims you can make:

• Claiming because you did not get the right aftercare
• A defective product was utilised, such as a damaged implant
• Your treatment was not performed to the expected standard
• You did not receive enough information about the risks of your procedure

Who Should Avoid Fat Freezing Procedures?

Certain people are at greater risk of a fat freezing injury than others, and it is advised they do not undergo CoolSculpting at all. These people include:

• Pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding.
• Women who are trying for a baby.
• Anyone who has the medical condition cryoglobulinemia.
• Anyone who has the autoimmune condition cold agglutinin disease.
• People who have problems with blood circulation in the area they wish to receive the treatment.
• Anyone with nerve-related conditions.
• People with chilblains.
• Anyone with Raynaud’s disease.
• Anyone who has the blood condition paroxysmal cold haemoglobinuria.
• People with certain skin conditions, such as eczema, hives, or dermatitis, even if the skin condition is currently not causing any problems.
• People who suffer with severe anxiety disorders.
• Anyone who has a recent wound or scar tissue in the area they wish to receive the treatment.

As such, if you fit into any of the above categories and were still offered CoolSculpting, this could be considered a breach of duty of care. If you have been harmed by this, this could be considered as Coolsculpting and fat freezing negligence, and you could be eligible for compensation. So, if you have suffered from fat freezing gone wrong, please contact us today.

Am I Eligible To Make A Fat Freezing Injury Claim?

Yes, you may be eligible to make a fat freezing injury claim provided that you meet the following eligibility requirements:

• You were owed a duty of care by a healthcare professional
• A healthcare professional breached this duty of care
• You suffered avoidable harm as a result of the breach

All healthcare professionals, including those in cosmetic and non-cosmetic fields, must provide the minimum expected standard of care when treating patients. That might, for instance, involve checking patient records for allergies and ensuring that sufficient information is available for individuals to give informed consent.

Fat freezing gone wrong claims arise in cases where substandard medical care has resulted in patients suffering unnecessary harm. For example, you may have suffered severe burns and developed post-traumatic stress disorder after clinic staff knowingly used defective equipment during a fat freezing procedure.

Our team of friendly advisors are here to help you achieve a sense of justice after your fat freezing negligence experience. To learn if you could be eligible to claim for fat freezing injury compensation, please contact one of our advisors today.

Time Limits On Orthopaedic Fat Freezing Injury Compensation Claims

We highly advise that as soon as you feel ready to make a claim, you should do so. There really is no time to waste and we will reveal all of the reasons why. So, let’s take a look.

Let’s begin with the fact that there is actually a time limit on all personal injury cases, which is three years. While three years may seem like a long time,  it can go by quickly. But it’s true; once you have coped with your recovery and then given yourself some time to recover, you can be startled to find yourself with a race against the clock when it comes to making a claim, especially as court proceedings must be issued within this time frame. This time limit starts from the date of your accident, unless your injuries have developed over time, in which case the 3-year time window will begin from the date of your diagnosis instead.

When you take all of these points into account, it is not difficult to see why it is so advisable to claim sooner rather than later. So, if you have been involved in an accident that was not your fault, get in touch with Legal Expert today. One of our panel of experienced No Win No Fee solicitors will ensure you have the best chance of securing compensation.

What Can I Claim For When Making A Fat Freezing Injury Compensation Claim?

When discussing fat freezing injury compensation, it is imperative to note that it is split into two parts. These are special damages and general damages. The latter relates to the compensation you will receive for your injuries and your suffering.

This will be calculated in part by using the medical report that has been provided by your doctor. You will be provided with a sum of money that should reflect the level of pain and suffering you have endured due to your injuries. You can claim for both physical and psychological injuries, so make sure you keep this in mind.

However, your injuries are not the only thing you will be able to claim. Special damages relate to any out of pocket costs you have encountered because of your injuries. Let’s take a look at some examples.

• Medical bills
• Travel costs
• Loss of earnings
• Cost of counselling
• The cost of any treatment or cosmetic surgeries to rectify the damage
• Childcare expenses
• Cost of adapting accommodation

You will be able to claim for any expense that has been caused because of your injuries, but you will need to have proof in order to claim. So, make sure you keep a hold of your receipts and any other documents that will help your case.

Calculating Compensation For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation

You may want to know how much compensation you can receive if you make a claim for fat freezing gone wrong. Unfortunately, giving you a precise figure in terms of how much money you will receive is not an easy task. This is because all cases are different and they are handled as such. Everything from the severity of your original injury to the psychological impact it has had on your life will be taken into account. This fee that directly relates to the pain and suffering caused by your injuries is known as general damages.

However, this does not mean you cannot get a good understanding of how much your claim will be worth. In the table below, you will see the average payout amounts for the most common injuries relating to fat freezing injury compensation claims.

The following compensation brackets (apart from the very first figure) have been taken from a publication that’s used to assist in calculating the value of general damages. It’s known as the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), which lists suggestive compensation brackets for various forms of harm. The table is a small sample of JCG brackets, but please note that it should be used for guidance only.

Just give our team a call for further information about fat freezing injury compensation.

No Win No Fee Claim For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation

To find out if you are eligible to make a fat freezing injury claim, reach out to our advisors today. As well as walking you through the claims process, they can assess your eligibility for free. If eligible, you could be offered a Conditional Fee Agreement by one of our solicitors, and enjoy benefits including:

• No fees to pay for the solicitor to begin work on your case.
• No fees for this work during the actual claim.
• No fees to pay for the work done on your claim if it does not succeed.

Should your claim be a success, you will receive a fat freezing injury compensation payout. A percentage of this payout will be deducted by the solicitor as their success fee. The law limits this percentage.

To find out about making a Coolsculpting injury claim or for a free assessment of your eligibility, call our advisors today using the details given below.

How We Can Help You Take Action For Fat Freezing Injury Compensation

When you are looking for a law firm, it is so important to find one that has a considerable amount of experience in the industry. You want to be confident in the fact that they have handled many cases before and thus they will be able to secure the compensation you deserve. You can be sure this is the case when using our service, as we have successfully helped thousands affected by medical negligence to secure the money they are entitled to over the many years we have been in the industry. In fact, it is likely that we have handled hundreds of personal injury claims similar to yours.

One of the main things you should know about our business is the fact that all of our panel of lawyers work on a No Win No Fee basis. What does this mean? Well, you will only pay legal fees if we manage to win your case. Therefore, financial risk is decreased by a significant degree. You don’t have to worry about the possibility of spending an enormous sum on legal fees only and then having no compensation to fund it with.

This also means that your time won’t be wasted. If we do not believe that your case is strong enough, we will tell you. So, give us a call today to discover more and to be provided with an experienced, specialist personal injury lawyer.

Start Your Claim Today

If you wish to make a claim, or you have any further questions, give us a call on 0800 073 8804.  You will speak to one of our friendly and experienced advisors, who will answer all of your queries and give you a realistic assessment of your case. If you are happy to proceed, you will then be matched to the best No Win No Fee solicitor from our team based on the ins and outs of your case. Head to our contact us page if you would prefer to get in touch with us via a different method.

You can also contact us about your claim online, as well as our email address. Plus, our live chat feature is available seven days per week, 24 hours per day.

Further Links And Resources

We hope that you have found this guide useful and you now feel more prepared in terms of making a claim for your fat freezing injury. However, if you do need some more information, you may find the guides and links below useful.

• How to claim beauty treatment compensation
• See our chemical burn claims guide
• Learn about Botox claims
• NHS page on liposuction

Thank you for reading this guide about claiming for a fat freezing injury.