Last Updated: 23 October 2025. The NHS offers free and low-cost medical services throughout the UK to ensure that healthcare is accessible to all. Even while being treated under such a vast healthcare system, patients expect a certain level of care to avoid any unnecessary issues. If this standard isn’t followed by a doctor, nurse or medical staff and you suffer from a complication, you may be wondering how to claim against the NHS. If you are hesitant about making a claim against the NHS, you need not worry since you can seek expert guidance.

Legal Expert has been working on medical negligence claims against the NHS and private hospitals alike for many years. Our solicitors understand the pain of patients and their loved ones, as well as their fear of having to run from pillar to post for a remedy. They will try their best to reduce your strain by handling the entire compensation claim process for you. Get in touch now to book a consultation with our advisors.

What You Need To Know About NHS Negligence Claims:

• Can I sue the NHS for a long waiting period before treatment?- Yes, you may be able to sue the NHS for a long waiting period if it exceeds the 18-week limit and you suffer from an avoidable complication. This waiting period comprises the time between your first consultation and when you start treatment.
• How long do I have to sue the NHS?- Generally, you will have 3 years to start NHS negligence claims, subject to certain exceptions.
• Will my NHS negligence compensation come from the taxpayers’ money?- No, your NHS negligence compensation won’t come from the taxpayers’ money. The NHS has set up a separate pool to deal with medical negligence claims through the NHS Resolution.
• How do private hospitals pay medical negligence compensation?- In successful claims, private hospitals usually pay medical negligence compensation through liability insurance.
• Will I have to go to court to sue the NHS?- No, you won’t necessarily have to go to court to sue the NHS. This is because a majority of NHS claims are resolved without formal proceedings.

How To Claim Against The NHS For Medical Negligence

To claim against the NHS for medical negligence, you will need to satisfy the eligibility criteria to prove that a healthcare professional breached their duty of care. In essence, you will need to satisfy the following requirements:

• There was a duty of care towards you.
• A healthcare professional breached the duty of care
• You suffered avoidable harm as a result of the breach

Fundamentally, all healthcare professionals, whether working under the NHS or in the private sector, owe a duty of care to each patient. Per their duty of care, they must meet the minimum expected standard when providing treatment. Examples of healthcare professionals upholding their duty of care may be providing correct medical advice and assessing allergies when prescribing new medications.

Therefore, if your NHS treatment fell below the expected standard and you suffered harm as a result, you could be entitled to make a claim. At Legal Expert, we support a range of medical negligence claims for many different scenarios. Please see the following examples of possible medical negligence claims:

• Misdiagnosis claims. For example, an NHS doctor could inaccurately analyse your test results that show you were displaying signs of a stroke. As a result, a stroke could be misdiagnosed as vertigo, resulting in delayed treatment. In this case, you could bring a stroke misdiagnosis compensation claim against the NHS.
• Wrong medication claims. For example, a pharmacist at a hospital could have misread your prescription and dispensed the wrong medication, causing you unnecessary harm. Consequently, you could sue for hospital wrong medication negligence.
• Surgical errors. For example, a surgeon could carry out surgery on the wrong site by mistake, such as the removal of the wrong breast during a mastectomy. As a result, you could bring a wrong site surgical negligence compensation claim against the NHS.

To discuss your eligibility to make a medical negligence claim, please contact our friendly advisors.

How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim Against The NHS?

Typically, you have 3 years to begin a medical negligence claim against the NHS. The claim time limit runs from:

• The date that the negligence occurred
• The date of knowledge. This is the date when you first realised that the harm you suffered was caused by substandard care.

This was established by the Limitation Act 1980. However, there are exceptions to the above time limits such as the following:

• If the claimant is a minor, they cannot claim by themselves. Only once they turn 18, the 3 year time limit will begin.
• The limitation period will be indefinitely frozen if the injured person lacks mental capacity. If the person gains mental capacity, the 3 year time limit will begin.

For minors or those lacking mental capacity, a litigation friend could start their claim whilst the time limit is frozen. Litigation friends are often close family members or solicitors who navigate the claim on the claimant’s behalf, keeping their best interests in mind.

To find out more about how long you have to claim, please contact our helpful advisory team.

How To Successfully Claim Against The NHS

To successfully claim against the NHS, the first essential step is to provide evidence. It is critical that you provide proof of a healthcare professional’s breach of their duty of care and the harm this caused. Therefore, please see the following examples of how to prove medical negligence:

• Your medical records which detail your diagnosis, treatment received or any allergies that were ignored by a healthcare professional.
• Copies of your prescription forms or the packaging that it came in.
• Contact details of anyone who witnessed your negligent treatment to later support your version of events.
• Correspondence with the NHS institution that you received your treatment from
• X-rays, scans or test results
• Photographs or videos of the harm you suffered.

If you’re connected with one of our solicitors, they could collate evidence on your behalf, ensuring a stress-free process for you.

For more information on what types of evidence you could provide, please contact our friendly advisors today.

Can I Still Get NHS Treatment If I Make A Claim?

Yes, you will still be entitled to receive treatment from the NHS even if you have claimed against them. Ultimately, the NHS cannot refuse to give you treatment or treat you differently if you have raised a grievance for substandard medical care in the past.

As previously mentioned, all healthcare professionals owe their patients a duty of care to meet the minimum expected standard of care. Therefore, by denying you treatment because you have claimed in the past, they will be falling below this standard.

Please also note that compensation payouts from the NHS are not taken directly from the medical institution. Instead, compensation is paid through NHS Resolution, so their finances are not directly impacted.

Please continue reading this guide to learn more about the medical negligence claims process. To find out more information, please contact our friendly advisors today.

What Is The NHS Medical Negligence Claims Process?

When a medical negligence claim is made against the NHS, the claim will be directed at the relevant trust or group that was responsible for providing care. For example, if you experienced an ovarian cancer misdiagnosis in a hospital, your claim would be made against the NHS trust that the hospital belongs to.

In terms of compensation payouts, the trust or group would not pay directly for your damages if your claim is successful. Instead, your compensation will be dealt with by the NHS Resolution, who act as insurers for the NHS. The Resolution scheme investigates claims made against the NHS and provides its own funds for medical negligence payouts.

For more help on how to claim against the NHS, please contact one of our advisors today.

The Compensation Amounts For NHS Negligence Claims

If your NHS negligence claim is successful, you could be awarded with special and general damages. General damages aim to compensate you for the pain and suffering you experienced as a result of your negligent treatment.

The Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) are commonly used by lawyers and others involved in valuing claims when assigning compensation figures to harm that patients may suffer. Ultimately, they act as suggestive compensation brackets for many different types of harm and their severities.

All entries in the table below, aside from the first entry, have been taken from the JCG for common experiences of harm due to medical negligence. Please note that the JCG are merely guidelines and do not provide a guarantee of how much compensation you will receive.

If you want to discuss your personal circumstances and see how much your claim could be worth, please contact one of our friendly advisors.

How Will The NHS Compensation Amount Be Determined?

In medical negligence claims, compensation is calculated on a case-by-case basis and is determined by a number of factors. To illustrate, the following factors may influence the amount of compensation you receive:

• Extent of harm
• Your recovery period
• The impact on your daily activities
• The effect on your quality of life

To find out more about what personal factors could influence your compensation amount, please contact our advisory team.

What Other Damages Could Be Compensated In An NHS Claim?

Ultimately, you could also claim for any financial losses you incurred as a result of the medical negligence you experienced. This head of loss is known as special damages, and it aims to reimburse you for financial burdens you incurred. For example, you may have paid out-of-pocket for long-term physiotherapy sessions.

Please see below the examples of special damages that you could include in your claim:

• Loss of earnings
• Home modification costs
• Childcare costs
• Medical expenses
• Travel expenses

Moreover, special damages must be evidenced by:

• Receipts
• Payslips
• Bank statements
• Invoices

Furthermore, you could also be entitled to receive compensation throughout the claims process for any ongoing financial losses. This is known as interim payments, and it can be applied for by your solicitor if necessary. For example, your solicitor could agree that it would be beneficial for you to receive ongoing payments for your loss of earnings while you recover at home.

However, there are eligibility requirements to apply for interim payments. To find out what they are, please contact one of our friendly advisors today.

How Do I Make A No Win No Fee Claim Against The NHS?

To start your claim against the NHS, please contact our advisory team who are available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Following a free eligibility assessment, you could be connected with one of our No Win No Fee solicitors to help support your claim. By operating under a Conditional Fee Arrangement (CFA), your solicitor:

• Won’t require you to pay any solicitor’s fees for completed services if your claim is unsuccessful.
• Won’t ask for a fee for their work upfront or as the case progresses.
• If your claim is successful, you will only be required to pay a small success fee for the work your solicitor has done. Moreover, the percentage will be deducted from your compensation and is capped by law, so you will always receive the bulk of the compensation.

If you’re connected with one of our solicitors, you could enjoy frequent case updates, support for the harm you suffered and professional legal advice. To find out how to claim against the NHS, please contact our advisors today.

Contact Our Medical Negligence Solicitors

For more information about how to claim against the NHS, please contact our experienced advisory team.

More Information

To learn more about medical negligence claims, please see some of our other guides:

• See the following advice, illustrated with a case study, on how to claim for a penicillin medication error
• Learn about armed forces medical negligence claims
• Get help with making an x-ray negligence claim

Additional external resources:

• See the following advice about getting back to normal after an operation from the NHS
• Learn how to apply for statutory leave and time off from Gov. UK
• Get help with managing sick leave and return to work from HSE

Thank you for reading our guide on how to claim against the NHS.

By Stephen Hudson. Last Updated 9th September 2025. A blood clot is a serious and potentially threatening condition. If you have suffered harm because a medical professional failed to diagnose or properly treat you, you could be entitled to blood clot compensation.

We’ll examine important topics, such as eligibility to claim for medical negligence, explore examples of a negligently treated or diagnosed blood clot that can cause you to suffer and how you can use a blood clot compensation calculator to help you estimate what you could be entitled to following a successful claim.

We’ve also provided a list of guideline compensation figures for your reference. Towards the end of the guide, we look at how our highly experienced medical negligence solicitors could help you claim compensation with the specific type of No Win No Fee contract that they offer.

To learn more about the medical negligence claims process or to get a free assessment of your eligibility, contact our advisors today using the contact information provided here:

• Call us on 0800 073 8804
• Complete our contact us form.
• Open the live chat window at the bottom of your screen.

Can You Make A Blood Clot Claim?

If you are harmed by an injury or illness following a blood clot, then you may be eligible to claim for medical negligence if you can establish the following:

• A medical professional who you received treatment from breached the duty of care which they owed you.
• This breach caused or aggravated the blood clot, which has led to your suffering.

All patients are owed a duty of care by the medical professionals who provide treatment to them. As part of their duty, these professionals should provide a minimum standard of care and prevent their patients from coming to unnecessary harm.

If a medical professional breaches the duty of care they owe a patient, this could potentially lead to mistakes and health issues for that patient related to a blood clot. Examples may include:

• A misdiagnosis of a blood clot. A blood clot that requires appropriate treatment could be missed or mistaken for another condition.
• Certain treatments or medications required to treat or prevent a blood clot may not be given if a medical professional is negligent. For example, compression stockings may not be provided when they are required after surgery. As a result, the patient develops blood clots in the leg known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
• A medical professional prescribes you a blood-thinning medicine to treat a blood clot, but you are given the wrong dosage or an error by a pharmacy means you receive incorrect medicine.

You can contact our advisors for free, either online or on the phone, to discuss if you have a valid blood clot compensation claim.

Evidence To Help Claim Blood Clot Compensation

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) compensation claims, as with any claim, must be supported with evidence. This needs to show liability for the blood clots.

If you are claiming pulmonary embolism compensation, you could submit:

• Results from any scans that showed that the blood clots were missed.
• Prescriptions and medication packaging, if your blood clots were linked to this, despite being at high risk of developing them.
• Correspondence between you and the healthcare facility, such as a response to a complaint you made about your treatment.
• A copy of your hospital records or patient bedside folder.
• Photographs if you had visible signs of a blood clot, such as leg swelling or red and discoloured skin.

These are only a few examples of items that you might have that could support a claim for blood clot compensation. If you call one of our advisors, they can discuss the exact circumstances of your case as part of your free consultation. They can give you further advice about evidence.

Compensation Calculator – Calculating Compensation For A Blood Clot Injury

In successful blood clot claims, 2 heads of claim could potentially make up the blood clot compensation value: General and special damages.

General damages compensate for the physical and psychological effects, whereas special damages consider the associated financial impact. Legal professionals can use your medical evidence alongside the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) to help them calculate your general damages. 

The JCG is a document containing guidelines for compensation brackets, paired with various types of physical and psychological harm.

Compensation

In the list below, you can find some different types of harm, together with their guideline compensation brackets. These have been taken from the JCG (except for the top row):

• Multiple instances of very serious harm in addition to significant special damages, such as lost income, care needs, and medical bills – up to £1,000,000 or more.
• Paraplegia – £267,340 to £346,890.
• Moderately severe brain damage – £267,340 and £344,150.
• Moderate brain damage (ii) – £110,720 to £183,190.
• Less severe brain damage – £18,700 to £52,550.
• Above-knee amputation of 1 leg – £127,930 to £167,760
• Below-knee amputation of 1 leg – £119,570 to £162,290.
• Established Grand Mal – £124,470 and £183,190.
• Established Petit Mal – £66,920 to £160,360.

Please bear in mind that the brackets shown are not guaranteed. Each case is assessed according to the individual circumstances, so don’t worry if the harm you’re suffering is not listed here. You could potentially use our blood clot compensation calculator to get a value of your potential claim, or get in touch with our advisors for a more personalised estimate at any time.

Special Damages

Special damages compensate for the financial losses that have resulted from medical negligence. This can include:

• Loss of earnings for needing time off work to recover from your avoidable harm. 
• Professional and domestic care costs. 
• Travel expenses from attending medical appointments. 

Unlike general damages, special damages are not awarded in all successful blood clot claims. For this reason, you must have evidence of your financial losses, such as receipts, payslips, invoices, and bank statements. 

Please contact us today to learn more about how successful DVT compensation claims are calculated.

What’s The Time Limit For Claiming Blood Clot Compensation?

The time limit to claim blood clot compensation is typically 3 years, as per the Limitation Act 1980. These 3 years commence from either:

• The date medical negligence occurred. 
• The date it was known that medical negligence occurred (this is called the date of knowledge).

However, the following individuals are unable to begin a claim for themselves:

• Those who are younger than 18. 
• Those who are lacking their full mental capacity. 

In these cases, the DVT compensation claims time limit will be paused. 

While the time limit is paused, someone who knows the claimant, such as a family member, can step in as the claimant’s litigation friend and begin a claim on their behalf. 

If a litigation friend has not started a claim by the time the claimant either:

• Turns 18. 
• Recovers their full mental capacity. 

Then the standard 3-year time limit will commence for the claimant, either from their 18th birthday date or date of mental recovery. 

Please contact us as soon as possible to ensure that you begin the claim for blood clot compensation within the time limit. We can also provide you with more information about becoming someone’s litigation friend.

How Long Could It Take To Claim Blood Clot Compensation?

The length of time it takes to claim blood clot compensation will depend on the individual circumstances of your case. Since each medical negligence claim is unique by nature, they will follow their own course rather than a set universal timeline.

Nevertheless, the time scale for blood clot claims can be impacted by:

• Liability – In some cases, the defendant accepts liability in the early stages. However, that is not always the case, and your case may need additional evidence to establish their responsibility.
• Evidence – Some forms of evidence may take longer to access than others. For instance, a Bolam test requires a panel of medical experts to offer their opinion on whether medical negligence occurred.
• Medical assessment – Calculating compensation for blood clots can be a time-consuming process, especially if a claimant is still receiving treatment. This can delay an evaluation of their condition and, therefore, make the prognosis unclear.
• Negotiations – Most cases are settled out of court, but there are rare instances where that is not the case.  For example, the 2 parties may not be able to agree on how much compensation is appropriate. If no settlement can be reached in such a scenario, then the case may need to go to court. 

Our helpful advisors are available 24/7 to further explain the process and answer questions like ‘Can I claim compensation for blood clots?’. Contact them today for free advice with no strings attached.

Blood Clot Compensation Claims – Claim With A No Win No Fee Solicitor

One of our solicitors could help you start a medical negligence claim for blood clot compensation with the help of a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), which is a type of No Win No Fee arrangement. Working with a solicitor under a CFA means that you can access their legal services without paying any ongoing or upfront fees. You also won’t be required to pay these solicitor fees if you don’t win compensation.

The only fee your medical negligence solicitor will take is a success fee if your claim wins. This is a legislatively capped percentage of your compensation and is payment for the work done on the case.

Alongside this, working with a solicitor comes with many benefits. For example, an important part of the blood clot compensation claims process is collecting evidence. A solicitor can help you with this. Similarly, solicitors can give you more tailored guidance on payouts, which means you won’t need to rely on a blood clot compensation calculator.

To find out how one of our solicitors could help you with your claim for blood clot compensation, contact our team of advisors today:

• • Call on 0800 073 8804
  • Complete our contact us form.
  • Use the live chat feature

Helpful Links

Some helpful links:

• NHS overview of DVT
• See our guide to birth injury claims
• Learn about surgical error claims

Thanks for reading our blood clot compensation claims guide.

Last Updated 28th July 2025. In this guide, we’ll explain the eligibility requirements for making laceration and scarring claims. We’ll also talk about the claims process and potential compensation amounts for successful claims.

A cut or laceration accident or injury can happen anywhere at any time, whether you are at work or slipped and fell in a public place that resulted in a nasty laceration injury. You could also potentially suffer a laceration as a result of clinical negligence. At Legal Expert, our team can advise you on the process of filing for laceration compensation and/or scarring compensation.

To find out more, please read on. Alternatively, if you’d like to speak to someone about making a claim, then you can call us on 0800 073 8804 for more information. You can also visit our contact us page online.

What Are Scars And Lacerations?

Before discussing how much compensation per stitch in the UK amounts, let us understand what scars and lacerations are.

A laceration is a tear or a type of wound where the top layer of the skin (epidermis) gets separated from the deeper layers (dermis). It can occur due to an incision by a sharp object or an impact from a blunt object. If the skin laceration is minor, the wound won’t take much time to heal. However, deeper lacerations can cause scarring and may require extensive treatment.

On the other hand, a scar is a mark which remains on your skin after your injury has healed. This often occurs due to deep or penetrative wounds. There are five main categories of scars:

• Fine-line Scar: It could be elevated in the beginning but usually flattens and fades away gradually, even without treatment.
• Atrophic Scar: This usually occurs due to chicken pox or acne and could be a small, porous hole in the skin or a bigger, slightly sunken mark.
• Keloid Scar: This is an elevated scar which often grows to be bigger than the actual wound. It usually doesn’t flatten or fade, and treatment can only help reduce itchiness or irritation.
• Hypertrophic Scar: While this is usually elevated, it doesn’t grow bigger than the wound and flattens over time.
• Contracture Scar: The skin around such a scar feels painful and tight. Such a scar usually occurs after a burn.

Unsure of whether your injury could form a basis for laceration and scarring claims? Contact our advisors now for a free consultation.

Compensation For Laceration And Scarring Claims

You may be wondering, “How much compensation per stitch in the UK can be awarded for laceration and scarring claims?”. While there is no set figure for this, we can tell you how successful claims are calculated.

There are two heads of loss that can potentially make up laceration compensation. These are called general and special damages.

General damages are awarded in all successful cases and compensates you for the way you have been physically and psychologically affected by negligence. Such factors will need to be considered when general damages are being valued:

• Loss of amenity.
• Pain severity.
• How long the expected recovery period is.

During the claims process, you could be asked to have an independent medical assessment. The reports from this assessment can be used with the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) by legal professionals to help them value your general damages

The JCG is a document that contains guideline compensation brackets for all sorts of injuries and illnesses.

Guideline Compensation Table

We have taken some injuries relating to lacerations and scarring from the JCG and have included them in the table below. The guideline compensation figures, except for the first row, are also from the JCG.

However, none of these figures can be guaranteed since all laceration and scarring claims are unique.

Special Damages

Special damages are awarded in some successful claims and compensates you for the way you have been financially affected by negligence, such as:

• Loss of earnings for needing time off work to recover from your injuries.
• Medication costs, such as prescriptions.
• Travel expenses for attending medical appointments. 

Since special damages are not always awarded, evidence is crucial. Some types of evidence you should keep to prove your financial losses include payslips, bank statements, invoices, and receipts.

Please contact us and discuss your circumstances with our team to find out whether you’re entitled to laceration compensation.

Laceration and Scar Compensation Claiming Criteria

When seeking laceration or scar compensation, you’ll need to determine if you meet the eligibility requirements. As with any type of valid personal injury claim, your injuries must have been caused by a relevant third party breaching their duty of care.

There are various situations where you are owed a duty of care, such as:

• In the workplace: Per the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, your employer must do what is reasonably practicable to ensure your safety and well-being while in the workplace and working. This is the duty of care they owe you.
• In a public place: Those in control of public spaces have a duty of care to ensure visitors are reasonably safe whilst using their premises for its intended purposes under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957.
• On the road: Road users are expected to abide by the rules and regulations set out in the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Highway Code. Per their duty of care, they must also navigate the roads in a way that prevents injury to themselves and others.

If any of these parties breach their duty of care and this causes you to suffer a laceration or permanent scar, a compensation claim could arise.

As such, here is the personal injury claims eligibility criteria:

1. An employer, occupier, or road user owed you a duty of care.
2. They breached their duty of care.
3. You were injured as a result of this breach.

The above criteria forms the basis of negligence.

Continue reading to find out the time limit for starting a personal injury claim and gathering supporting evidence for your case. Alternatively, if you want to know how much compensation per stitch is in the UK, you can contact our advisory team.

Time Limit For Scarring And Laceration Injury Claims

If you are eligible to make a personal injury claim for a scarring or laceration injury, you should be aware of the relevant time limit to start proceedings. The Limitation Act 1980 establishes that there’s generally a three-year time limit for starting a personal injury claim. This time limit applies from the date your injuries occurred.

This time limit has certain exceptions in place. For example, if a child has suffered a laceration or scarring injury, then the time limit is paused until the day of their 18th birthday. A claim could be made on the child’s behalf by a court-appointed litigation friend before this day comes. If this does not happen, the injured party will have three years to start their own claim once they turn 18.

If someone lacks the required mental capacity to make their own claim, the time limit will be suspended permanently. A claim could be made for them via a litigation friend. However, if they later regain the required mental capacity and a litigation friend hasn’t made a claim on their behalf, then the time limit will apply from the date of recovery.

To learn more about the time limits or other aspects of laceration and scarring claims, contact our advisors today.

How To Prove A Laceration Injury Claim

Following a laceration injury caused by the negligence of someone else, if you seek to make a claim, it’s important to gather supporting evidence. If you cannot provide evidence that negligence occurred and you subsequently suffered harm, you will likely struggle to claim personal injury compensation.

To give you an idea of what evidence to gather, we’ve included some examples below:

• Your medical records can prove that you have suffered injuries such as an arm laceration.
• An independent medical expert can offer insight into the extent of the harm you have suffered through a medical assessment.
• Take photographs of your injuries. A photograph can show how severe an injury such as a foot laceration is.
• Request the contact details of any witnesses to your accident. They can offer a statement later on in the personal injury claims process.
• Proof of financial losses. For example, you could use a wage slip to show any loss of earnings you might have suffered.

There may be other forms of evidence you could collect. However, you can speak to our advisors at any time to discuss other examples of evidence. Furthermore, they could connect you with one of our experienced personal injury solicitors who can help you obtain supporting evidence.

Why Claim With Our Solicitors at Legal Expert

If you are starting a personal injury claim for laceration compensation, you should seek the support of our excellent solicitors. This is because they are specialists in such claims, having undergone extensive training. As such, they have helped our clients gain over £80 million in compensation for their injuries and losses.

Our solicitors may also support you by:

• Walking you through the laceration and scarring claims process
• Explaining any legal terminology associated with your claim
• Helping you collect evidence to support your claim
• Offering their services on a No Win No Fee basis 
• Explaining how personal injury compensation is calculated 
• Helping you apply for interim payments for any medical costs 
• Helping you access mental health services, such as counselling 
• Setting you up with appointments, such as independent medical assessments
• Negotiating compensation settlements with third parties on your behalf 

At Legal Expert, we understand the impact that scars and lacerations may have on your health and day-to-day life. Therefore, our solicitors and advisors will provide excellent customer service to guide you throughout the entire claims process, supporting you at every step. 

Further, our solicitors will utilise their legal skills, knowledge and experience to help you claim the compensation you deserve for your suffering.

If you would like to know more benefits of claiming with our solicitors, please contact our friendly advisors. 

No Win No Fee Laceration And Scarring Claims

Now that you know more about laceration and scarring claims, you may be interested in finding a solicitor to help you with your specific case. Our solicitors are experts in personal injury law and may be able to help you under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).

A CFA is a kind of No Win No Fee agreement. Under this type of arrangement, you don’t have to pay any upfront fees in order for your solicitor to start working on your claim, nor do you pay any ongoing fees for their continued services. Similarly, if your claim doesn’t succeed, you won’t pay any fees for your solicitor’s work on your case.

However, if your laceration injury compensation claim does succeed, then your solicitor will take a success fee. This fee is taken directly from your compensation as a small percentage, though this amount is limited by a legal cap. This helps to make sure that the larger share of what you receive stays with you.

To find out if one of our expert solicitors could help you claim personal injury compensation, contact our team of advisors today. They can evaluate your claim for free and answer any questions you might have about the personal injury claims process. To get started:

• Call us on 0800 073 8804
• Use the live chat feature.
• Contact us online.

Useful Links

• NHS website- cuts and grazes
• Legal Expert guide to personal injury claims
• Accidents at work claims guide

Other Helpful Guides

• How Much Compensation Can For A Permanent Scar Injury?
• Facial Scar Injury Claims
• Slip, Trip, And Fall At Work Claim
• Pavement Accident Compensation Claims
• Dog Bite Claims
• Fracture or broken bone claims. Learn how much compensation could be claimed if you’re eligible to claim for a fracture injury.
• Find out if you can make a claim if you were injured while working for cash and learn more about the claims process with our guide.
• Advice on driving lesson injury claims. Learn more about claiming for an injury sustained during a driving lesson with our guide.
• Is suing your employer difficult? Our guide explores how to sue your employer following an accident at work.

Thank you for reading our guide on laceration and scarring claims.

By Lewis Cobain. Last updated 8th April 2025. Welcome to our guide about making a compensation claim after an emergency braking accident on a bus. The bus services in the UK are something that sees lots of commuters and leisure travellers every day. While most journeys go off without a hitch, it is important to note that not all bus journeys end satisfactorily.

A bus accident injury is no joke whatsoever, and if a bus braking causes it in an emergency, you may not realise it, but it might be a possibility that you could claim compensation. Whether you have suffered whiplash, strains, sprains or more serious injuries, then you might want to read below to see if you’re likely to be able to claim.

If you’re more interested in talking about what you’ve gone through to ascertain the validity of a bus accident claim, then 0800 073 8804 is the right number to call. You can also contact us through our website or write to us using the chat bubble now on your screen.

This guide answers important questions about the claims process, such as “do bus drivers owe a duty of care?” and “are bus drivers liable for accidents?” To learn more, please read on.

Can I Claim For An Emergency Braking Accident On A Bus?

If you suffered an injury when your bus stopped suddenly, to be able to make a bus accident claim, you will need to meet the relevant eligibility criteria. This is:

1. You were owed a duty of care.
2. This duty was breached.
3. Due to this breach, you suffered an injury.

All road users owe each other a duty of care. Per this duty, they must use the roads in a manner that prevents causing injury to themselves and others. They must also follow the relevant rules set out for them in the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Highway Code.

If you were injured while on a bus due to it stopping suddenly, you would need to prove that either the bus driver breached their duty of care, or that another road user did in order to have a valid personal injury claim.

When making your claim, you must also adhere to the relevant time limit. The Limitation Act 1980 sets this out as 3 years from the date of your accident. Certain exceptions do apply to this limitation period.

To find out what these exceptions are, you can contact our advisory team. They can also help answer any questions you may have, such as, ‘Can I make a claim for an emergency braking accident on a bus?’.

What Could Happen If A Bus Brakes In An Emergency?

Whether someone cuts in front of a bus or someone tries to cross the road in front of one, there are several reasons a driver may have to make an emergency stop leading you to be injured on bus journeys, including if they have lost concentration for a second and not noticed that traffic lights have changed.

Several different scenarios could happen if you were on a bus and coach that had to effect an emergency stop.

Firstly, if you were a standing passenger, you might be thrown forward, causing you to fall, bang into something, or suffer injuries such as whiplash.

Should you be seated, because many buses don’t have seatbelts, you could, again, be thrown forward into the seat in front of you, into the aisle, or even someone standing or sitting in the vicinity of your seat.

Another way you could be injured when a bus driver brakes suddenly is where there is luggage or other items on the bus that could be launched into you because of the bus braking. This could cause serious injuries, particularly if the item that hits you is heavy.

Whatever injury you’ve obtained from a bus accident from emergency braking, our team can offer assistance with getting you the compensation you are entitled to claim.

What Is Classed As A Dangerous Emergency Stop?

Dangerous emergency stops can happen for a variety of reasons. However, situations requiring an emergency stop occur quickly, leaving very little time for a driver to decide whether it should happen.

As a bus has no seat belts, it is essential that a driver only affects this manoeuvre should there be only one option. This is especially dangerous to standing passengers, who often suffer worse injuries than others in these situations.

If a driver is seen to have effected an emergency stop when they should not have done, or done so because they were distracted and did not spot a hazard in time to effect another manoeuvre, then it may be a case against the bus company that is put forward. However, if the emergency stop was necessary because of the fault of another road user, then that may lead to a case against that other road user.

When picking out who is liable for a bus accident injury involving an emergency stop, you must have expert assistance. Legal Expert can provide a personal injury solicitor that will look at the case to find who is at fault and take action on your behalf accordingly. Please continue reading to learn more about a compensation claim for an emergency braking accident on a bus.

Common Causes of Bus Emergency Braking Accidents

There is an almost infinite number of things that can go wrong on the roads, and whilst it would not be possible to list all of the reasons a bus driver might make an emergency stop, we can list the most common causes. They are:

• When a driver loses concentration momentarily and doesn’t see the lights change
• Dangerous manoeuvres affected by other motorists
• Pedestrian stepping out in front of bus
• An animal running out into the road
• Malfunctioning traffic lights changing suddenly
• Malfunctioning vehicle

Whether one of these was the cause of your bus accident injury or some other reason for the emergency stop, if you are injured, and someone is at fault, call us to ascertain how valid your claim would be.

Can A Bus Driver Claim For Injuries Caused By Emergency Braking?

Few people consider the driver in a bus accident injury case. Still, it is, of course, the case that if other passengers are injured because of an emergency stop, then there is just as much risk to the driver suffering this type of injury. This can lead to accident on a first bus claims or whichever company operates the bus. If a bus driver is injured in an accident because they had to brake to avoid another road user acting negligently or dangerously, then it stands to reason that they should claim. Similarly, if the bus driver has been forced to drive a bus that is not maintained to a sufficient standard and this causes the need for the bus suddenly braking, then a bus driver could make an accident at work bus injury claim against their employer.

If you have been injured as a driver of a bus, and believe someone else was at fault for the accident that caused your injuries, then you should get in touch with a personal injury lawyer who can handle a compensation claim for you. We can help with this.

Case Study: Injuries Caused By A Bus Braking In An Emergency

One horrific accident about suing a bus company for an emergency stop accident would involve claims against Arriva buses by David Lloyd. Mr Lloyd, who was 66 at the time of the accident, was on a bus that made an emergency stop allegedly due to the need to avoid a bike user on a roundabout. Lloyd, a pensioner from the Midlands, was thrown about the bus, out of the seat he was occupying and hit the floor.

He was left with broken ribs and a punctured lung that necessitated a stay in a critical care unit for a week. He hopes, with the evidence provided by a medical expert showing his bus injuries were potentially life-threatening, to win a personal injury on a bus claim from Arriva, the bus company that was carrying him as a passenger.

What Can Compensation Include In A Bus Accident Claim?

A passenger bus accident claim usually results in a payment that takes into account several different factors. The first of which is usually an amount determined by the injury you would have received. It is important to remember that there is no set payment amount for a specific injury, such as whiplash. Your injury would be calculated based on the medical evidence and the prognosis for recovery. Still, an injury may affect you differently than another person, which will obviously be taken into account. Physical and psychological injuries will be considerations for any emergency braking accident on a bus claims.

On top of this bus passenger accident claim payment for the actual injury, you will likely have other payment amounts for losses resulting from your bus injury. These can include the wages you might have lost while you have been recovering from your injury. But that is not all.

If you must take any more time off work for treatment, this expected amount of lost wages can also be put on your award. Add to this the other costs you may have incurred because of the bus accident, such as expenses for medical items such as prescriptions or mobility aids, the cost of travelling to any appointments, parking etc., and your compensation could go up.

Sadly, however, not all bus accident claims cases lead to the victim recovering. In the rare event that a loved one loses their life in this manner, then the relatives of the deceased might be able to put through a personal injury claim on their behalf, particularly if they depended on the victim financially.

Compensation Payouts In Bus Accident Claims

Now, let’s talk about how we calculate compensation for an emergency braking accident on a bus. There are several ways that a bus accident injury can happen and different types and severities of injury. This would lead to a fluctuation in terms of bus compensation payment amounts.

Solicitors can look at the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) alongside your medical evidence to help calculate a potential compensation figure. As well as the JCG, we have used the two highest figures from the Whiplash Injury Regulations 2021 in the table below.

Compensation Table

It is important we emphasise that the top entry was not taken from the JCG. This information has been included for guidance purposes only.

Whiplash Reform Programme

If you were injured as a passenger or driver of a vehicle in England or Wales, are over the age of 18, and the injuries you suffered are valued at £5,000 or less, the way you make your road traffic accident has changed. This is due to the introduction of the Whiplash Reform Programme.

Your whiplash injuries will now be valued in accordance with the tariff found in the Whiplash Injury Regulations 2021. These are fixed figures, and some examples have been included in our compensation table above. If you have suffered any additional injuries that are not covered in this tariff, they will be valued traditionally.

Contact our advisory team today for further information.

Special Damages In A Bus Accident Claim

Special damages in a bus accident claim are awarded for the financial losses that result from a bus suddenly coming to a stop. This head of claim seeks to help the injured person cope with the impact on their day to day life the accident caused, and accounts for both past and future losses. What this means is that special damages payouts are often much higher than their general damages counterparts.

Examples of costs you could be reimbursed for include:

• Loss of earnings.
• Loss of future earnings if you’re unable to return to work or must work reduced hours.
• Accessibility modifications to your home, such as door ramps, a modified shower or assistance alarms. 
• In-home care and support if you can no longer carry out daily tasks safely by yourself. Examples of this could be assisting with food preparation, cleaning or looking after any dependents. 
• Transport costs if you are unable to drive or have been advised not to by doctors.
• Medical expenses including physiotherapy, prescription medications or private treatment.

When claiming special damages for an emergency braking accident on a bus, you will need to have supporting evidence. Make sure you hold onto copies of documents such as payslips, travel tickets, invoices for care and receipts for any purchases as proof of the costs you have incurred.

To get a free assessment of your eligibility to claim compensation for emergency brake accidents on a bus and to inquire further about what your potential claim could be worth, contact our advisors using the details given below.

Can I Make A No Win No Fee Claim For An Emergency Braking Accident On A Bus?

Claiming without funds upfront? Can it be done? We are often surprised by the number of people that think there are some sort of catch to no win no fee bus accident claims, just like other personal injury claims. There is no catch. This is an agreement in advance detailing what percentage of your payout goes to your personal injury solicitor. There are no surprises.

Once your case wins, that amount comes out of the compensation award, and you get the rest. Note that there’s a legal cap on what the personal injury lawyer fees can come to. So, you will not be out of pocket because of this. Also, remember that if your case loses, meaning no compensation, you won’t face legal bills.

Many people talk to us about this before deciding whether to initiate a claim. So, please speak to us to find out more about No Win No Fee claims.

How Legal Expert Can Help You

You may have questions about an emergency braking accident on a bus and may not be ready to claim. We pride ourselves on offering free advice to anyone who calls us without pushing you to use our service. Our call handlers will be able to answer queries you may have about making claims. This includes the personal injury claims time limit, liability, and getting hold of a solicitor who can help.

In fact, we can provide you with the solicitor best suited to take your case on. We are careful to make sure that we don’t put pressure on you. But we can connect you with this type of solicitor to fight your claim to a satisfactory conclusion. Keep reading to find out how to claim.

Talk to Our Specialist Team Today

Whether today, tomorrow or next week you decided you need advice or support, we are here to help. 0800 073 8804 puts you through directly to legally trained handlers that will be happy to speak to you about bus accident injury, the repercussions and what we can do to help.

Learn More About What To Do If You Get Injured When A Bus Stopped Suddenly

Some useful resources that you might be interested in reading are below. We prefer to make sure all bases are covered, so if you are looking for additional information, then click below:

• Whiplash details – The NHS page on whiplash tells you all about this condition.
• CFA information – The government’s page on CFA no upfront fee legal cases for personal injury is above.
• Road traffic accidents – Claim guide – If you have an accident on the roads, this guide answers the myriad of questions you might have.

Other Useful Compensation Guides

• Car Accident Claims
• How Much Compensation For A Death Caused By A Fatal Car Accident?
• Find out how to claim for theme park accidents in the UK. Learn more about the claims process with our helpful guide.

Thank you for reading our guide about making a compensation claim after an emergency braking accident on a bus. If you have further questions, such as “what to do if you are in an accident on a bus?”, contact us for free legal advice using the above details.

By Danielle Jordan. Last Updated 14th May 2025. In this guide, we discuss claiming compensation after your dentist took the wrong tooth out. Whilst dental negligence can take many forms, one of the most common forms of dental negligence claims we see is when the dentist extracted the wrong tooth. Within this guide, we’ll address questions such as ‘how much compensation for a wrong tooth extraction could I claim?’

There are many reasons why people need to have teeth extracted. If, however, your dentist pulled the wrong tooth, pulled too many teeth, or if a wrongful tooth extraction damaged another tooth, you may be eligible for a compensation claim settlement.

You may also be able to claim if a tooth extraction procedure went fine but was actually unnecessary. You could have been directed to have an extraction when treatment such as a root canal procedure could have allowed you to keep the tooth.

If you’ve lost a tooth due to dental negligence, the team at Legal Expert are here to help. Contact us today by calling 0800 073 8804 for advice on making a wrong tooth extraction claim. To contact us online, you can contact us through our website or our 24/7 live chat service.

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1. My Dentist Took The Wrong Tooth Out, How Much Compensation Could I Claim?
2. My Dentist Took The Wrong Tooth Out, Can I Claim?
3. How Can A Tooth Extraction Go Wrong?
4. What Evidence Do I Need For A Wrong Tooth Extraction Claim?
5. How Long Will It Take To Make A Claim?
6. No Win No Fee Dental Malpractice Wrong Tooth Extraction Claims

My Dentist Took The Wrong Tooth Out, How Much Compensation Could I Claim?

If your wrong tooth extraction claim is successful, your compensation could potentially be made up of two different heads of claim. These heads of claim are known as special and general damages.

General damages will definitely be awarded, whereas special damages could be awarded.

General damages compensate for the physical and psychological suffering you have been through due to dental negligence. These factors are some that are considered:

• The pain severity.
• Loss of amenity.
• The extent of the treatment required.

Reports from your independent medical assessment can be used alongside the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) by legal professionals and anyone else involved in evaluating claims to help them calculate general damages.

The JCG is a document that contains guideline compensation values for all sorts of injuries and illnesses.

Guideline Compensation Table

Below, there are some types of harm that could be suffered if a dentist took the wrong tooth out. There are also some guideline compensation values, provided by the JCG (except for the first value, which is not from the JCG).

Please bear in mind that none of the figures in the JCG can be promised for your specific dental negligence claim. This is because all claims are different.

Special Damages For A Dental Negligence Claim

Special damages compensate for any financial losses you have incurred due to dental negligence.

As such, special damages can help you recoup:

• The cost of dental implants
• Medication costs, including over-the-counter painkillers
• Loss of earnings for time spent off work as a result of the negligent dentist. For example, days off to attend appointments.
• Further dental treatment costs

Since special damages are not awarded in all dental negligence claims, you must provide evidence of your monetary suffering. Such evidence includes bank statements, invoices, payslips, and receipts.

For more information on how much compensation you could receive after your dentist took the wrong tooth out, please contact us today and explain your circumstances.

My Dentist Took The Wrong Tooth Out, Can I Claim?

If your dentist took the wrong tooth out, you could be entitled to claim compensation if you can prove that dental negligence occurred. Dental negligence is when a dental professional breaches their duty of care, and this causes one of their patients to suffer avoidable harm (harm that could have been avoided).

All dental professionals, including dentists and dental nurses, owe a duty of care to their patients. This means that they must always deliver the correct standard of care. If they ever deliver a standard of care that falls below the minimum standard, this is a breach of duty.

As such, you must meet each of the eligibility criteria in order to be eligible for wrong tooth extraction compensation:

1. A dentist owed you a duty of care.
2. The dentist failed to comply with their duty of care.
3. Due to this, you suffered avoidable harm.

Not all harm experienced in a dental setting is eligible for compensation. For example, you may not be eligible to claim if you suffer an allergic reaction to a medicine administered while removing your tooth if this was an unknown allergy. This is because the dentist could not reasonably have been expected to know of this allergy.

So, it is very important to confirm your claim eligibility with us. Contact us today for a free consultation about your potential case.

Time Limit For Claiming

If you are eligible to start a compensation claim for wrongful tooth extraction, then you should start it within three years of when the extraction occurred. Dental negligence claims usually need to be started within a three year period of when the incident or injury happened (or starting from the day you became aware of an injury being caused or worsened by dental negligence). This is applied by law under the Limitation Act 1980.

The time limit for starting a claim may be put on hold at least temporarily in some circumstances:

• If a child suffers a wrong tooth extraction, then the time limit for claiming is frozen until they turn 18. They’d have 3 years to claim from their 18th birthday.
• If someone lacks the mental capacity to claim, the time limit is frozen unless they recover capacity. They’d have 3 years to start a claim from the date of recovery.

While a victim of a wrongful tooth extraction is unable to claim on their own (if they’re under 18 or lack mental capacity), a representative known as a litigation friend may be able to start a claim on their behalf.

How Can A Tooth Extraction Go Wrong?

A tooth extraction could go wrong for a number of reasons. For example:

• The wrong tooth is removed
• A lack of sterilisation of tools prior to surgery could lead to an infection of the gum
• A failure to pull the tooth, or it’s root, out entirely could lead to a nerve injury and future growth problems
• An error while performing the extraction, could lead to the fracture or breaking of other surrounding teeth.

All of these actions could be seen as negligence on the part of a dentist, and they could be found liable for any harm caused.

If you have suffered due to a botched tooth extraction and want to seek compensation for a loss of teeth or other form of harm, please reach out to one of our advisers.

What Evidence Do I Need For A Wrong Tooth Extraction Claim?

If you want to make a claim because the wrong tooth was taken out, you need to make sure that you can prove your claim. Ideally, you’ll have enough evidence to prove:

• How severe your injuries are
• Who is responsible
• How long it will take to recover
• Any financial losses caused by your injuries

Some examples of evidence that you could use to support a wrong tooth extraction claim include:

• X-rays and scans
• Photographs of the tooth before it was extracted and after
• Notes from your dental records

If you choose to make a claim with the help of a solicitor, they can help you gather evidence to support your case. Contact our team of advisors today to learn more, or keep reading for more information on making a dental negligence claim.

How Long Will It Take To Make A Claim?

It can take anywhere from a few months to a couple of years to make a wrong tooth extraction claim. Without listening to your specific circumstances, we cannot give you an exact time for how long it could take for you to claim compensation. 

This is because each dental negligence claim is different, and these individual factors will affect the length of each case:

• The complexity of your injury. The more severe your pain, and the longer your recovery, the longer your claim may take. 
• How quickly the defendant takes to respond to communications. 
• Whether the defendant takes full responsibility for your harm, or whether they argue liability. 
• How long compensation negotiations take. 
• How long it takes for all of your evidence to be gathered. 
• Whether your claim gets taken to court proceedings or not. 

This is why it is really important to contact us as soon as possible if a dentist took the wrong tooth out. If you’re eligible for dental negligence compensation, we can get your claim started for you as soon as possible. Because all of our solicitors are experts, they will ensure that your claims process is as quick and simple as it can possibly be.

No Win No Fee Dental Malpractice Wrong Tooth Extraction Claims

If you suffered due to a negligent tooth extraction and would like to make a claim, one of our solicitors could help you on a No Win No Fee basis. They typically offer their legal representation under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). This is a type of No Win No Fee arrangement.

A No Win No Fee solicitor usually won’t charge upfront for their services. They typically won’t ask you to pay for any ongoing costs either. If your solicitor is successful, they will take a legally limited success fee from your award. Should your claim not succeed, your solicitor typically won’t ask for a payment for their services.

You can get in touch with our advisors if you have any questions about what steps to take after the dentist pulled the wrong tooth. In addition to free advice, they can check the eligibility of your claim. If it seems valid, you could be put in touch with one of our solicitors. Our solicitors usually offer their services on a No Win No Fee basis.

To speak to an advisor:

• Call 0800 073 8804
• Start your claim online.
• Use our live webchat at the bottom of the screen.

Contact Legal Expert Today

If you suffer because your dentist extracted the wrong tooth, you can start a dental negligence claim. You can contact us on the number above or by using the contact form or live chat and requesting a callback.

Last Updated On 20th May 2025. If you have been hit or struck by an object falling from a height, you could have suffered serious injuries. This could include a head injury that leads to concussion or even brain damage. If you have been hit by a falling object at work or in a public place, you could be eligible to claim compensation.

In this guide, we look at when and how you could claim compensation for being hit by a falling object. We look at circumstances in which you could make a claim, types of injuries which may be caused by falling objects and how long you have to start a claim.

Furthermore, we will examine the types of evidence that could be used to support your case.  We also discuss how your compensation may be valued. Finally, we look at how one of our specialist No Win No Fee solicitors could help you.

If you have been injured by a falling object, please contact us to see if you make a personal injury compensation claim.

• Please call us today on 0800 073 8804
• You can start your claim on our ‘contact us’ page online
• Talk to us using our live chat.

Can I Claim If I’ve Been Hit By A Falling Object?

Whether you were in a public place or at work, another party may have had a duty of care to ensure your safety. In the sections below, we will explain when you are owed a duty of care and how an accident may occur if this is breached.

However, to make a personal injury claim you will need to show that:

1. A duty of care was owed to you.
2. This was breached.
3. Your injuries were caused by this breached duty.

Public Place Accidents

Under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957, the party in control of a public space must ensure the reasonable safety of those visiting that space by implementing health and safety measures.

If you have been hit by a falling object in a public space, you may be able to make a public liability claim against the occupier of the space if you can prove that they breached their duty of care and this caused your injury. Some examples could include:

• Public park accidents. You or a child may have been using playground equipment, such as a swing set, when the frame collapsed, and you were struck on the head, neck or back by parts of the frame falling on you.
• You could be injured in a shop if signage is not correctly secured or if stock has been stored too high. Either circumstance could cause an object to fall on you and may cause you to suffer a crush injury.

Accidents At Work

Whilst you are at work, your employer should take reasonable steps to ensure that you are safe. For example, they should carry out risk assessments and issue appropriate personal protective equipment. This is your employer’s duty of care, as set out by The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.

If you have been hit by a falling object while in the workplace, you may be able to make an accident at work claim against your employer if you can prove that they breached their duty of care and this caused your injury. Some examples could include:

• Racking and shelving accidents. Many workplaces, such as shops, warehouses and others may use shelving and racking to store objects. Racking and shelving must be correctly designed and maintained and should be suitable for the objects being stored. Shelving and racking accidents may be caused by items being stored too high and falling on to workers. This could result in a variety of different injuries.
• If an overhead production line at your factory job has not been regularly maintained, this could result in it malfunctioning and an object running along this production line falling from a height and onto you. This could result in a concussion or other type of head injury.

If you have been injured at work or in a public place, please contact our team today to find out if you are eligible to make a personal injury claim.

What Are Common Injuries Caused By Falling Object Accidents?

There are various injuries that could be suffered due to being hit by a falling object. Some examples could include:

• A traumatic or serious brain injury, or a concussion.
• Lacerations or penetrating wounds to other parts of the body if the object was sharp.
• Broken or fractured bones caused by objects striking or falling on you.
• A facial injury, such as a broken or fractured bone, lacerations and other wounds.

In addition to this, you may also suffer psychological injuries such as post-traumatic stress disorder. If you were hit by a falling object due to someone else’s negligent actions, you may be able to claim compensation. For more information on falling object injury claims, and to find out what injuries you could claim for, please contact our team.

How Long Do I Have To Claim After Being Hit By A Falling Object?

No matter whether you were injured in an accident in a shop or struck by a falling object at work, there is a time limit in which you must begin your claim. In most instances, you must begin the claims process within three years of the accident taking place. The time limit is set out in The Limitation Act 1980.

There are exceptions to this limitation period, which include,

• Where the person harmed by a falling object lacks the mental capacity to make a claim on their own behalf. The three-year time limit will only be applicable if the person does regain their mental capacity and starts from this recovery date.
• Where the person harmed was under the age of eighteen. In this case, the three-year time limit will run from their eighteenth to their twenty-first birthday.

In both cases, a litigation friend may be appointed to act on behalf of the injured party and make a claim for them when they cannot make their own.

Contact our advisors today to see if you still have enough time to begin a personal injury claim after being hit by a falling object.

How Do I Make A Falling Object Compensation Claim?

If you have been hit by a falling object, there are steps you could take in order to claim compensation for being struck by a falling object.

The first step that you should take is to ensure that you get appropriate treatment for any injuries you have suffered. While your health is the top priority, visiting a medical professional will also create medical records of your injury and treatment, which may be used as evidence in your claim.

Additional forms of evidence you could gather include:

• Any photographs or videos (such as CCTV footage) which show the accident taking place.
• The contact details of anyone who saw the accident take place.
• Copies of the accident report log. Any incident at work or in a public place should be reported to the relevant party.
• Records of how the incident has financially impacted you, such as copies of bank statements, receipts or invoices. These may be used to help you claim for financial costs as part of your falling object compensation settlement.

If you need help collecting evidence to support your falling object injury claim, one of our expert solicitors may be able to assist you. Please contact a member of our team to see if you could be eligible to work with one of them.

What Falling Object Compensation Could I Receive?

If you have been hit by a falling object, you could be awarded compensation for the pain and suffering caused by your injuries and for your financial losses if you make a successful personal injury claim,. What compensation you may be awarded depends on how severe your injury was, what injury you suffered, and the overall financial impact on you.

However, your final settlement could consist of two heads of loss:

• General damages for your pain and suffering, both physical and psychological. This is always awarded in successful claims.
• Special damages for the financial losses your injuries have caused you.

Below we have listed some of the compensation guidelines from the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). This is a document often used by those valuing claims for general damages as it assigns guideline compensation brackets for different injuries.

Please note that the first entry has not been taken from the JCG.

Examples Of Falling Object Injury Claim Payouts

Special damages are not always awarded, which is why it is essential you can provide evidence of the costs you wish to claim for.

Examples of these costs could include:

• Any loss of earnings.
• Medical costs such as for medication and rehabilitation.
• Support and care costs.
• The cost of travelling to and from essential appointments.

If you were hit by a falling object and would like a free valuation of the potential compensation you could receive, you can contact our advisors.

How Our Solicitors At Legal Expert Can Help You Claim 

At Legal Expert, our solicitors have undergone extensive training to become specialists in personal injury claims. Therefore, if you were hit by a falling object, they can put their legal skills into practice to help you claim the compensation you are entitled to. 

Over recent years, our solicitors have acquired combined experience in helping people claim personal injury compensation. They are also available to help you do the same by:

• Walking you through every stage of the claims process
• Explaining the meaning of legal terms associated with your claim
• Helping you obtain evidence and build your claim
• Describing how much compensation you may be entitled to
• Helping you apply for interim payments if you need financial support once a settlement has been agreed but not awarded
• Setting you up with specialist appointments such as physiotherapy 
• Negotiating compensation settlements with third parties on your behalf

Our solicitors are dedicated to providing a high standard of customer service. Therefore, they will act professionally and utilise their legal skills and experience to help you claim the compensation you deserve.

Our solicitors are also accommodating to anyone who wants to seek legal support from them. This includes everyone in the UK as they can offer their support digitally, such as through emails, phone calls and video calls. 

If you would like our solicitors to help you claim after being hit by a fallen object, please contact our helpful advisors today. 

Can I Make A No Win No Fee Claim For A Falling Object Accident?

If you are eligible to make a personal injury claim after being hit by a falling object, one of our No Win No Fee solicitors could help you with claiming compensation. A No Win No Fee solicitor of ours could handle your claim under a Conditional Fee Agreement.

This is a type of contract between a solicitor and a claimant. It allows a solicitor to provide their services without requiring upfront or ongoing payments for their services. There is also nothing to pay for their work if the claim does not succeed.

Alternatively, a success fee will be due to them if it does. This is a legally limited percentage taken from your compensation.

To see if one of our specialist solicitors could help you with your case, contact a member of our advisory teamL

• Contact our team by phone on 0800 073 8804
• You can start your claim on our ‘contact us’ page online
• Use our live chat to make a claim.

Learn More About How To Make A Personal Injury Claim

Further personal injury guides:

• Learn when you need to see a doctor when claiming for a personal injury and how a solicitor could help organise a medical assessment.
• Find out how to make back injury claims in this guide, such as those caused by falling objects.
• Here, we look at neck injury claims and how much compensation you could potentially claim.

Further references:

• If you have suffered a head injury or a concussion you can learn more about these injuries in this NHS guide.
• In this guide from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) you can learn about warehousing and storage
• Get guidance on Statutory Sick Pay in this government guide.

We hope that our guide on how to claim for being hit by a falling object has helped you. For more information on falling object compensation claims, please contact a member of our team.

By Cat Way. Last Updated 2nd June 2023. Welcome to our guide on filing chopping injury claims/slicing injury claims. Have you suffered a chopping or slicing injury in an accident that was not your fault? If your accident was caused by negligence on the part of a third party, you could be entitled to make a chopping or slicing injury claim for compensation from the party that was liable. Under what circumstances do chopping or slicing injuries usually occur?

Chopping and slicing injuries can be common in the workplace, such as factory work or construction work, where machinery is faulty, gardener accidents and tree surgeon injuries are also not unusual. Restaurant accidents can also happen, as chopping or slicing accidents can be common among catering staff working in restaurants, cafes, and hotels.

If you think you may be entitled to make a chopping or slicing injury claim, get in contact with Legal Expert today. We are a well respected personal injury solicitor’s firm with plenty of experience winning our clients compensation for cutting finger in a factory, compensation for cutting finger in a supermarket or compensation for cutting finger in a restaurant. And we have plenty of experience handling cut finger work accident claims, finger tendon injury compensation claims, settlements for thumb injuries, cut hand accident claims and more.

For your free legal consultation and to enquire about making a chopping or slicing injury claim, contact Legal Expert today. Call us on 0800 073 8804 today. We’re looking forward to hearing from you.

What Are Chopping Or Slicing Injuries?

What is a cutting or slice injury? This is an injury where the skin is cut or severed. A less serious example of this could be a minor cut, such as a slice to the skin from a knife. A more serious injury could be a cut or sever which results in a foreign body becoming stuck inside the person’s tissues, a cut that won’t stop bleeding or worse, a severed artery which means that the person may bleed to death in a matter of minutes if they don’t receive immediate medical assistance.

In extreme cases of a cutting or severing accident that has caused extensive and irreparable damage, the limb may have to be damaged. This can result in all sorts of claims, including a lost tip of finger compensation claim. In what professions can you be at risk of a chopping or slicing injury? If you work in agriculture, construction or the engineering industry, around tools or machinery with sharp edges, you are unfortunately at greater risk of suffering a chopping or slicing injury.

Claiming Compensation For Chopping Or Slicing Injuries In A Workplace

According to the 1967 Health And Safety At Work Act, employers have a legal responsibility to provide them with a safe and hygienic work environment. If an employer exposes an employee to an unnecessary risk, which causes an avoidable accident that injures the employee, they will be held legally liable for their injuries. For example, if a meat processing plant provides an employee with a faulty meat slicer, which leads to the employee cutting their hand, they would be held liable for the employee’s injuries.

At Legal Expert, we have won our client’s finger injury compensation amounts, hand injury, and thumb injury compensation amounts and lost the tip of finger compensation for slicing and chopping injuries. Call Legal Expert today for your free consultation if you have experienced a slicing or chopping injury due to an accident at work and need to make a finger work accident claim or a hand work accident claim.

Claiming Compensation For Chopping Or Slicing Injuries In A Factory

Are you a factory worker that experiences a chopping or slicing injury on your thumb, finger, hand or elsewhere? You could make a chopping or slicing injury claim for compensation. This could be for finger tendon compensation, cut finger compensation, or a thumb injury or laceration settlement. Factory management has a duty of care towards their staff to provide them with a hazard-free working environment. If your employer fails to do so, you could claim compensation.

Now, if you think that your accident could have been avoidable if your employer had acted differently, then you might be entitled to claim compensation for cutting your finger in a factory or a cutting or severing accident that affected another part of your body. Witness statements, proof of medical treatment, and an accident book record will all help your claim. Call our friendly advisors to see if you can make an accident at work claim.

Compensation For Chopping Or Slicing Injuries In A Supermarket

Do you experience a chopping or slicing injury, cut or laceration in a supermarket? You could claim thousands of pounds in compensation. You can suffer a chopping and slicing injury if you are a supermarket employee. For example, say that you work behind a deli counter, and your employer provides you with a faulty meat slicer. And this could lead to you suffering a hand injury. Under these circumstances, you could make a handwork accident claim.

Maybe you’re a customer suffering a shop injury from a faulty display, broken glass or sharp sheet metal. Under these circumstances, you could make a laceration claim for compensation, finger injury claim or thumb injury compensation claim. Please continue reading to learn more about filing chopping injury claims/slicing injury claims.

Claiming Compensation For Chopping Or Slicing Injuries In A Restaurant

People who work in the hospitality industry, specifically catering, are vulnerable to suffering chopping and slicing injuries. Unfortunately, there are multiple potential health and safety hazards in and around a professional kitchen that can lead to a cutting or severing accident, which if not potentially controlled for. This can include knives not being correctly stored (for example, being stored with the blade up in a dishwasher), safety guards on equipment such as faulty food processors, or even a lack of staff training.

All of these hazards are avoidable with the proper implementation of a few common health and safety measures. There is no excuse for not doing so and restaurant managers failing to protect their staff properly. If you have experienced a cutting or severing accident at work in a restaurant, hotel or café kitchen, you could be entitled to make a chopping or slicing injury claim for compensation. Call Legal Expert today to speak to one of our friendly advisors and see if you could make a valid claim.

Chopping Or Slicing Injuries For Gardeners

If you are a gardener or tree surgeon who has experienced a chopping or slicing accident at work that was not your fault, you could be entitled to make a chopping or slicing injury claim for compensation. Being a tree surgeon or gardener carries some inherent risks, and according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), in the last 9 years, 1,400 tree surgeons are injured on the job. A large number when you consider how small the profession is.

One risk of cuts and lacerations on the job is using cutting equipment such as hedge clippers or a chainsaw at height. If a gardener or tree surgeon falls whilst operating this equipment, they could experience a serious chopping or slicing injury if the equipment falls on them. Employers of gardeners and tree surgeons have a duty of care towards their employees to ensure their safety whilst carrying out this work. Ensuring that the employee has the correct harness, rigging equipment such as harnesses and ropes, hard hats, protective gloves and footwear and training to carry out this sort of work can all help ensure that the gardener or tree surgeon is safeguarded against these sorts of gardener accidents.

If you experience a cutting or laceration accident, you could make a tree surgeon injury claim. So, call Legal Expert today to see how much compensation you could receive for your tree surgeon injury claim.

Who Are You Able To Make A Compensation Claim Against?

Who can a chopping or slicing injury claim be made against? So, this depends on who has liability for your injury. And ultimately, whoever holds responsibility serves as the defendant for your chopping injury claims or slicing injury claims. For example, if you were in a building or premises where an obstruction harmed you, your finger injury claims or thumb injury compensation claim may be against the owner or management of that building.

If you lost the tip of your finger in an accident at work because your employer failed to address certain hazards that posed a risk to you, then your employer may be liable for your injuries and have to pay you lost the tip of finger compensation or compensation for similar injuries such as cut finger compensation or a thumb injury compensation amount. Sometimes, people suffer workplace injuries due to machinery having faults that aren’t foreseeable to the employer. For example, a person works in a meat or processing plant, but the injury is the manufacturer’s fault.

In these cases, the manufacturer of the machinery will have vicarious liability for the injury. If you wish to claim an accident at work, talk to Legal Expert about claiming thumb injury compensation. So, you can make a finger work accident claim or handwork accident claim for your chopping or slicing injury.

Slicing And Chopping Injury Compensation Claims Calculator

Personal injury compensation could include general and special damages. All successful claimants are awarded general damages, as this head of claim addresses your injuries, such as a cut on the hand or a laceration injury, and the effect these injuries have on your day-to-day life.

When legal professionals are valuing this head of your claim, they may refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). This text offers guideline compensation bracelets for different injuries at varying severities. Below, you can find some examples of amounts listed in the 16th edition of the JCG.

Please only use this table as a guide.

The second head of claim, special damages, addresses the financial losses you have experienced due to your injuries. For example, if your hand was severely injured in a chopping or slicing accident and you were unable to go back to work, you could potentially claim back your lost earnings under special damages.

Special damages could also compensate you for the cost of:

• Childcare.
• Domestic help.
• Prescriptions.
• Home adjustments.
• Over-the-counter medication.

In order to claim under this heading, you must be able to provide proof of your losses. This could include bills, receipts, or invoices.

To learn more about what you could receive should your personal injury claim succeed, we recommend you contact our team of advisors today.

No Win No Fee Chopping Or Slicing Injury Claims

We allow all customers to make a No Win No Fee chopping or slicing injury claim. So, what does this mean? A No Win No Fee service means that your personal injury solicitor will fight your case for you, the same as they would any other case, but you will only have to pay your legal fee if you win. This means that there is no financial risk to you because if you don’t win your claim, you won’t have to pay Legal Expert a penny. Moreover, because there is no upfront fee to pay, a No Win No Fee option is more affordable for many. To enquire about making a No Win No Fee chopping or slicing injury claim, call Legal Expert today for your free consultation. Furthermore, we’re looking forward to handling your chopping injury claims or slicing injury claims.

Useful Links

Find out if you can make an accident at work claim by reading our helpful guide.

Learn if you could make a finger injury claim by reading our helpful guide to claiming compensation.

If you suffer an injury to your hand or hands, you may be able to make a hand injury claim. view our guide to making a successful compensation claim.

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By Cat Way. Last Updated 30th June 2025. Welcome to our guide on broken glass accident claims. Have you been injured in a broken glass injury in an accident that wasn’t your fault? If the negligence of a third party caused the accident, you could be entitled to claim potentially tens of thousands of pounds in personal injury compensation. How are people hurt by broken glass accidents? Broken glass accidents can occur in pubs, bars or restaurants, falls through or walking through unmarked glass and road traffic accidents, including bicycle or motorcycle accidents.

If you have been involved in a broken glass accident such as these, or of any other type and it was caused by negligence on the part of another party, trust Legal Expert to help you claim compensation for your injuries and pay for your broken glass injury treatment. Who are Legal Expert? We are a top personal injury solicitors firm with an excellent track record of winning glass cut and laceration injury claims for victims like yourself. If you have been cut by broken glass in an accident that wasn’t your fault, then call Legal Expert to see if you are entitled to claim compensation.

So, If you have a legitimate claim, you are welcome to a free no-obligation consultation where one of our friendly advisors will estimate how much compensation you could claim and will provide you with a top personal injury lawyer to handle your claim. You also have the option to make a No Win No Fee claim.

Call us on 0800 073 8804 to receive your free consultation ahead of filing your broken glass accident claims.

Who Could Make Broken Glass Accident Claims?

To be able to make a broken glass accident claim, you will need to establish negligence occurred. In regards to personal injury claims, negligence is when the following criteria are met:

• You were owed a duty of care.
• This duty was breached.
• This breach caused you to suffer your injury.

There are various cases where you are owed a duty of care. These include:

• At work – Under the Health and Safety At Work etc. Act 1974, your employer owes you a duty of care to take reasonable steps to ensure your safety. This could include providing you with personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed.
• In public – Under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957, those in control of a public space owe you a duty of care to take all necessary precautions to ensure your reasonable safety while you are visiting that space. This could include addressing any hazards they are made aware of within a reasonable timeframe.
• On the roads – All road users have a duty of care to use the roads safely and responsibly to avoid causing harm. They must also adhere to the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Highway Code.

If you can prove that you were injured because any one of these parties breached a duty of care they owed, you may be able to make a personal injury claim.

Contact our advisors today to discuss the eligibility of your case.

What Are The Common Causes Of Broken Glass Accidents?

We have already mentioned some common causes of broken glass accidents, including smashed glass in a public establishment or people being cut from glass that has been broken and not cleared up. This often happens when the victim has stepped on broken glass.

Here are some common causes of broken glass injuries:

• Assaults in pubs/nightclubs, where someone is hit with a broken bottle or has glass thrown at them.
• Pub, restaurant or nightclub injuries.
• Accidents in the workplace.
• Cycle accidents, motorbike accidents, car and other road traffic accidents. You could receive car crash compensation if you suffer a broken glass injury in a road traffic accident.
• Accidents can occur when the victim falls through broken glass or walks through an unmarked pane of glass. These sorts of accidents can occur in the construction industry.

If you suffer a broken glass injury, you could make a broken glass injury claim. Contact Legal Expert today to see if you could receive compensation for making broken glass accident claims.

Broken Glass Injury – Evidence You May Need To Claim

If you are interested in making a claim for a broken glass injury, it’s important to collect evidence in order to strengthen your case. Evidence can help you prove who is liable for your broken glass injuries, and can also prove the severity of your injuries and how your injuries occurred. For example:

• Medical records can show the extent of your injuries, and the treatment you received for them
• Photographs of your injury can also help prove the severity of your injury
• Taking the contact details of witnesses means their statements can be taken at a later date

One of the benefits of using a solicitor to help you claim is that they can help you gather this evidence. To find out more about claiming for broken glass cut or laceration injuries, get in touch with our team.

How Long Do I have To Make A Broken Glass Accident Claim?

Generally, you will have 3 years to begin a broken glass injury claim, starting from the date on which the incident occurred. This legal time limit is determined by the Limitation Act 1980. 

However, sometimes the exceptional circumstances of a personal injury claim can require a pause on the limitation period. Examples of when this may apply include claims where the injured person is:

• A minor (below the age of 18)
• Mentally incapacitated 

In such scenarios, the person cannot make decisions for a claim themselves. Therefore, the time period may begin at a later stage, such as the date of the person’s 18th birthday or the date on which mental capacity is recovered. 

Additionally, while the time limit is paused, another person could make a claim on their behalf. This role is referred to as a litigation friend. 

If you act as a litigation friend, you will need to represent the best interests of the affected person. It also requires you to maintain regular communication with the solicitor representing the case. 

If you have any questions about broken glass accident claims and how the legal time limit would apply to your specific case, please get in touch.

Calculating Compensation For Glass Injury Claims

People often ask us how glass injury compensation is calculated. This generally depends on how you make your claim and whether you work with a solicitor, but oftentimes, the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) are used to help. The JCG provides guideline compensation amounts for different injuries.

The JCG can be used to help calculate general damages, which is the first of two heads of compensation you could receive from a successful glass injury claim. Compensation under this heading covers the pain and suffering caused by your injuries.

Below, you can see a table with some examples of JCG guidelines. Please be aware that the first entry has not been taken from the JCG.

You might also be able to claim special damages, which cover the financial losses you experience because of your injuries. For example, this might include lost earnings if you aren’t able to work because of your injuries. It could also help cover the cost of:

• Prescriptions.
• Travel.
• Childcare.
• Cosmetic aids, like cosmetic surgery.

However, you will need to provide evidence of these losses to be able to claim special damages. This could include payslips, invoices and receipts.

To learn what else could be covered by your glass injury claim, get in touch with our friendly team today.

No Win No Fee Broken Glass Accident Claims

If you are eligible to claim broken glass injury compensation, you could do so with the support of a No Win No Fee solicitor. Your solicitor’s services could be funded under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), which is a type of No Win No Fee funding arrangement.

If a solicitor helps you claim for broken glass injuries in this way, you will generally not be charged a solicitor’s fee upfront. If your broken glass injury claim is successful, you will have a legally capped success fee taken from your broken glass injury compensation.

If the claim for broken glass injury compensation doesn’t succeed, the claimant is not required to pay the solicitor.

Call our advisors to discuss your broken glass injuries caused by third party negligence. If your broken glass injury claim seems eligible, you could be connected to our solicitors. To get in touch:

• Call us on 0800 073 8804
• Contact us online
• Alternatively, use the live chat at the bottom of the screen.

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Broken Glass Accident Claims FAQs

What is an accident compensation claim?

This is any claim you make for compensation after an accident due to someone else’s negligence.

What are the two most common injuries with broken glass?

These are deep lacerations and cuts to the skin.

How long after an incident can you claim compensation?

You can claim up to three years after the accident happens.

Can you get an infection from broken glass?

Yes, and this tends to stem from puncture wounds that aren’t visible on the outside.

Can a small piece of glass kill you?

It is sadly possible for this to happen due to the potential pain and sharpness of the glass.

What are the two types of injury claims?

These are compensatory and punitive claims.

What harm can broken glass cause?

It could lacerate skin, puncture muscles and spread infections.

What are the three types of damages?

These are compensatory damages, nominal damages and punitive damages.

Thank you for reading our broken glass accident claims guide.

Last updated 26th June 2025. In this guide, we will be talking all about scaphoid fracture negligence compensation claims. At Legal Expert, we have the years of experience needed to help you launch a successful missed scaphoid fracture injury claim in order for you to get compensation for not only the suffering you have but also the financial losses you’ve had too. We have helped many medical negligence victims to get the compensation they deserve for this type of injury as well as many others.

You can reach us on our compensation claim line by calling 0800 073 8804. Furthermore, if you prefer, you can reach us using our contact page or write to us using the Live Chat bubble now on screen. But before you go ahead and do this, make sure you read on to find out everything you need to know regarding these claims. This includes when and whether you could be able to make a claim for maximum compensation.

What Can Be Claimed For With Missed Scaphoid Fracture Injury Claims?

You can claim missed scaphoid fracture compensation for the ways you have been physically, psychologically, and financially impacted by medical negligence. These impacts are divided into two parts:

• General damages, covering your physical and psychological impacts. Some factors that are considered under this head of claim include the severity of your pain, how long recovery is, and the extent of your loss of amenity (the loss of enjoyment in your life).
• Special damages, covering your financial losses. Some types of losses that can be reimbursed include lost wages, medical bills (such as prescription costs), and travel expenses to attend medical appointments. 

When general damages are calculated, legal professionals can refer to a document called the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). The JCG contains guideline compensation values for different types of physical and psychological harm. 

Please refer to the table below for guidance, where we have taken some types of harm from the JCG that could result from a missed scaphoid fracture. Please bear in mind though that the top figure is not from the JCG, and none of these figures can be guaranteed for any specific scaphoid fracture negligence claim.

To learn more about how much compensation for a scaphoid fracture negligence claim could potentially be claimed, please contact us today and tell us about your specific circumstances.

What Is A Scaphoid Fracture?

In order to help understand scaphoid injury claims, let’s start by looking at what this type of injury actually entails.

In your wrist, you have a number of different bones. The scaphoid is the smallest one of these bones. It is one of the carpal bones in your hand, located around the wrist area, situated just under the thumb.

In fact, it is most common carpal bone to fracture. It usually happens when someone falls on their hand when it is outstretched.

Some of the symptoms a person will experience during a scaphoid fracture include swelling and pain. Such an injury can sometimes be difficult to identify, though, as the anatomy of the wrist is complex. If treatment is delayed or the injury goes undetected, it can cause damage to the wrist that is irreversible.

How Is A Scaphoid Injury Diagnosed?

You may be wondering, “how is a scaphoid injury diagnosed?” Medical professionals can diagnose an injury like this through many different methods. They include:

• MRI scans
• X-rays
• Plain radiographs
• Bone scintigraphy

It might not always be realistic for a medical professional to use all of these techniques, however. Please bear in mind, though, that if you have suffered a missed scaphoid fracture because of a breach of duty of care, you may be able to claim for medical negligence if you’re able to prove that the injury worsened due to this. Contact us today for free legal advice to learn more about this.

Missed Scaphoid Fracture Compensation – Do I Have A Claim?

You may have a scaphoid fracture negligence claim if you have evidence to prove that negligence occurred. Negligence is when:

1. You are owed a duty of care. 
2. This duty of care is breached. 
3. You suffer avoidable harm (harm that could’ve been avoided) as a result of this breach.

All medical professionals owe the patients they treat a duty of care. This duty of care requires them to always provide the correct expected standards of care. As such, a medical professional can breach their duty of care if they ever provide substandard care. 

To confirm whether you are eligible for missed scaphoid fracture compensation, please have a chat to us today about your situation. We are available 24/7. Additionally, please continue reading to see how a medical professional could breach their duty of care exactly.

Common Causes For Missed Scaphoid Fractures

Here are some examples of how a medical professional could breach their duty of care and miss a scaphoid fracture, and how avoidable harm could result from this:

• You go to A&E with symptoms that are compatible with a scaphoid fracture. But, the doctor failed to send you to have an X-ray scan. Because you were dismissed, your fracture was not identified. This led to you suffering avascular necrosis.
• Your scaphoid fracture was diagnosed correctly, but a nurse didn’t apply your cast properly. This led to malunion of the bone, which required surgery. 
• A junior doctor sends you to have an X-ray scan without asking about the mechanism of your injury. This failure to take a thorough history meant that the doctor didn’t take the X-ray from the correct angle. Therefore, your scaphoid fracture was missed. Because your fracture was not treated properly, this eventually led to arthritis in the area. 

It’s important to note that a missed scaphoid fracture could happen even if the correct standard of care is met. For this reason, it’s important to check with us whether scaphoid fracture negligence has actually occurred. 

The Risks Of Missed Scaphoid Fractures

If a scaphoid fracture is not diagnosed and treatment is not given in a timely manner, complications can arise, which can cause long-term health issues. Such risks and complications can include the following:

• Arthritis in the area where there has been a fracture. If the fracture is not treated or diagnosed properly, the risk of experiencing arthritis increases greatly.
• Avascular necrosis. This happens when the blood supply is interrupted because of the fracture, which stops healing from occurring and eventually causes the bone to die.
• The bone fragments may start to heal together in the incorrect position, which can lead to restricted movement and pain, which can then mean surgery is needed to correct it.
• Non-union or delayed union of bone fragments. Usually, this means surgery or that the plaster cast will need to be worn for longer.

What Are The Long-Term Effects Of Scaphoid Fractures?

Scaphoid fractures can differ in severity considerably. However, there are a number of long-term effects that can happen. This includes manifest osteoarthritis, marked radio carpal osteoarthritis, non-union of the fracture, and dorsal intercalated-segment instability.

No Win, No Fee Scaphoid Fracture Claims

One of the main reasons why our service is so popular is because of our 100 per cent No Win No Fee approach, through a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).

This means that you will not pay us anything for your solicitor’s services if we do not successfully secure compensation for you. This ensures that you are always protected when you use our service. You do not have to worry about a scenario whereby you have solicitor fees to fund but you have no compensation to cover it with. That simply cannot happen when you choose to make a claim with us. This can give you complete peace of mind when making scaphoid fracture negligence claim with a specialist solicitor.

Can Legal Expert Help?

There are many reasons why you should choose Legal Expert when making a scaphoid fracture negligence claim. Not only do we offer a 100 per cent No Win No Fee service, but also we have years and years of experience in the industry. We have helped many medical negligence victims to get the compensation that they deserve. You can be sure that we have handled cases similar to yours. We have a great track record and excellent client feedback to back this up.

Please remember that this only indicates what you could receive from a missed scaphoid fracture. If you contact us, we’re able to provide you with a more accurate compensation estimate over the phone and can answer any questions you have.

Scaphoid Injury Claims FAQs

What is a scaphoid injury?

In your wrist, you have a number of different bones. The scaphoid is one of these. It is one of the carpal bones in your hand, located around the wrist area. In fact, it is the most common carpal bone to fracture. A scaphoid fracture usually happens when someone falls on his or her hand when it is outstretched.

What happens if a scaphoid fracture is left untreated?

Fractures of any kind require treatment to ensure that they don’t cause any further damage. The bone may heal in an incorrect position or even cause further splintering. With this in mind, always seek medical attention as soon as you suspect a fracture, particularly if you wish to have evidence in order to make a claim.

Do I have grounds to claim?

Providing that the injury happens due to third-party negligence, you could claim scaphoid fracture injury compensation. Please call today for a free consultation with one of our specialists.

How much is a wrist injury worth?

There is no way of saying how much your claim could be worth without assessing the details of your case.

How much compensation could I get?

For a free consultation and estimate, please get in touch today.

How can No Win No Fee claims help?

These types of agreements can allow you to get legal help without the worry of solicitor fees. You only have to pay if they win your case for you, meaning you won’t be out of pocket.

How can Legal Expert help?

We provide a claims management service and work with a panel of medical negligence lawyers that can handle your claim on a No Win No Fee basis.

Speak To Legal Expert today

Are you ready to make scaphoid injury claims?

If so, we are ready and waiting to help you. All you need to do is give our team a call on 0800 073 8804. This is our claims line and it is open seven days a week, from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. so you can call at any time that suits you. We can also answer any queries you have and provide you with scaphoid fracture compensation case studies. We also have plenty of other ways for you to get in touch, which you can see on our contact page. Feel free to use our online instant messaging feature or to request a call back on our website if you would prefer to do so.

Useful Links

Scaphoid Information NHS– This is a PDF that has been put together by NHS Wales, which provides patient information on scaphoid injuries. You can find details on treatment, recovery, and much more.

Misdiagnosis Claim– This link takes you to one of our other guides, which is about claiming compensation for a misdiagnosis. You can find information on filing such a claim as well as calculating how much you will receive.

Thanks for reading our scaphoid fracture negligence claims guide. We hope you now have a greater understanding of how to claim for a missed scaphoid fracture.

By Lewis Cobain. Last Updated 7th November 2024. Welcome to our guide about midwife negligence compensation. We look at how to claim compensation for injuries to the mother and baby caused by medical negligence. This guide looks at negligence by hospitals in England and Wales, but circumstances and claims may be similar in Scotland. 

If you or your baby have suffered harm as a result of midwife negligence during pregnancy, delivery or postnatally then you may be eligible to claim compensation for any losses and the pain and suffering you have experienced. Although millions of babies are delivered safely every day, there are a number of ways in which mother and baby can suffer an injury during this vulnerable time. If you wish to seek the damages you deserve then please call Legal Expert and we can allocate a highly experienced solicitor to your case.

Please read on to find out more about claiming for midwife negligence and call us when you are ready to begin your claim. We will be ready and waiting for you, call us free on 0800 073 8804. If you prefer, you can also contact us through our website or write to us using the Live Chat feature now on your screen.

What Is Midwife Negligence?

You may have questions such as “what is midwife negligence?” The area of midwife negligence is huge and can occur during any part of your pregnancy, labour or postnatally. If your midwife behaves in a negligent way during any part of the process which directly results in unnecessary harm to either you or your baby then you may have grounds to claim. The following scenarios are just some ways in which you could bring a midwife negligence case.

• If you have presented symptoms or abnormalities that should have been recognised as a potential problem, but the midwife has not carried out appropriate examinations or tests to investigate.
• If your midwife does order further tests but then fails to read the results properly, record the tests appropriately or report them properly, which leads to either a misdiagnosis.
• When you become pregnant, your midwife will talk to you about any pre-existing conditions that you may have or a family history of a condition that could impact your pregnancy. If you tell the midwife this information and the midwife fails to take action, despite the fact that it could cause complications further down the line then the midwife can be held responsible for this.

This is by no means an exhaustive list and there are many other scenarios in which a midwife may be held responsible for a complication that occurs, harming yourself or your baby.

Can I Sue A Midwife?

You may be wondering, “can I sue a midwife?” It’s important to note that depending on circumstances you might claim against the midwife or their employer. If, for example, your midwife worked for a private healthcare provider, you would sue them directly for the midwife’s negligence.

Medical negligence claims are based on proving that the third party, in this instance, a midwife, was negligent in their actions leading to you or your baby being injured. The reason you may be able to claim is that every medical professional has a duty of care. If their actions go below the standard duty of care, leading to an injury, you may be able to claim.

Midwife negligence claims cover a wide variety of situations. We understand however that it may be difficult for you to decide whether or not your midwife’s actions were negligent. That is why Legal Expert is on-hand to advise you about your rights. If you believe that you have experienced midwife negligence and have suffered harm as a result then we suggest that you seek the advice of a personal injury solicitor as soon as possible.

Midwife Negligence Claims – Do I Need Evidence?

If you’ve suffered due to negligence regarding your pregnancy, any negligence claims need to be supported by evidence. Each claim is different, so the evidence you will need will depend on your specific circumstances. However, here are a few general examples:

• Medical evidence – You have the right to request access to your medical records at any time. This can include symptoms and treatments, including the results of procedures such as ultrasound scans.
• Pictures – You can provide any pictures of your injury.
• Your own written account – Make sure you keep track of any issues or impacts on the health of you or your baby as a result of midwife negligence.

For more examples on how to support childbirth negligence claims, get in touch with our advisors today.

What Injuries Can Midwife Negligence Cause To A Baby?

Here are just a few examples of the kind of harm that midwife negligence can lead to:

• Cerebral palsy, a condition which affects an individual’s ability to move and co-ordinate their muscles. It is caused by damage to the brain. Cerebral palsy can be caused following the birth if the midwife fails to notice or diagnose hypoglycaemia, jaundice or serious conditions such as meningitis. You may also be able to claim medical negligence if these conditions were diagnosed but there was a delay in treatment.
• Erb’s Palsy. It occurs when there is trauma to the baby’s neck during childbirth, causing damage to the nerves. If there is excessive traction on a baby’s neck, head or shoulders during delivery, resulting in Erb’s Palsy, then you may be able to claim compensation.
• Brain damage. Brain injuries at birth are usually caused when a baby is deprived of oxygen, also known as birth asphyxia. It can also occur as a result of undiagnosed or untreated jaundice or physical trauma. An example of trauma would be excessive force used when delivering the baby.
• Fractured or broken bones. A midwife may be held liable for broken or fractured bones if they have allowed labour to go on for too long, failed to diagnose a breech birth, failed to respond appropriately to shoulder dystocia or used excessive force to deliver the baby.
• Bell’s Palsy. This can be caused by a forceps delivery which is not carried out properly. It can damage the facial nerves causing paralysis. You can claim Bell’s palsy compensation if you have evidence that negligence led to this condition in your baby.

What Injuries Can Midwife Negligence Cause To A Mother?

Injuries sustained by the mother during birth can have long lasting consequences. There are a number of scenarios in which you can make midwife negligence claims. They can include:

• Avoidable vaginal tears. Although vaginal, anal or perineal tears are not uncommon and often tricky to prevent, the severity of them can be reduced by a careful midwife. Failure to properly check for tears or give advice on appropriate treatment to ensure no other more serious conditions arise from the tear can result in compensation for a tear during labour.
• Incorrect stitching after an episiotomy.
• Harm resulting from a midwife’s failure to spot an underlying condition during the pregnancy, for example, preeclampsia or gestational diabetes.

This list is not exhaustive and if you have experienced any other kind of harm as a result of a midwives negligence then please call Legal Expert today and find out whether you could be eligible to claim compensation. Remember if the midwife was negligent, compensation may be payable. If you are still unsure and wondering ‘was my midwife negligent?’, then one of our advisors will be glad to have a chat and advise you.

What Are The Long Term Effects Of Midwife Negligence?

It goes without saying that the long-term impact of midwife negligence can be absolutely devastating for a family. To have a long-awaited baby that suffers harm at the point of delivery is heartbreaking. Even relatively minor harm that occurs during childbirth as a result of midwife negligence can result in long term trauma to the mother. A difficult delivery may mean that the mother wishes never to have another child. More serious injuries can mean that assistance and medication are required on an ongoing basis, potentially for the rest of the child’s life.

Claiming Midwife Negligence Against The NHS

If you were treated in the NHS then you are still absolutely eligible to claim compensation. Your eligibility to claim damages extends to any negligence in midwifery practice. In fact, the NHS have their own litigation authority to deal with clinical and nonclinical claims, it is called NHS resolution. Our personal injury solicitors will be very happy to talk you through the process of midwife negligence claims.

Claiming Midwife Negligence Against A Private Practice

If you have received treatment from a midwife in private practice and you experienced harm as a result of midwife negligence then you are eligible to claim birth negligence compensation. In order to be able to make a successful claim you need to prove liability. This is the tricky part and we strongly recommend that you seek a personal injury lawyer to help you to do this. In order to have the best chance of success in your midwife negligence claim, you should have an experienced professional on your side. This is where Legal Expert can help.

 How Long Do I Have To Make A Midwife Negligence Claim?

If you wish to make midwife negligence claims, the personal injury claims time limit is usually three years from the date your injuries occurred or were diagnosed. This time limit is set by law under the Limitation Act 1980. This time limit can work differently under certain circumstances.

If, for instance, your child has been injured due to midwife negligence, then the time limit for claiming does not apply to them until they reach their 18th birthday. Also, the time limit will be frozen (at least temporarily) if a victim of midwife negligence is an adult but lacks the mental capacity to act on their own. Children and those lacking the mental capacity to act independently can’t start their own claim. However, a representative known as a litigation friend may be able to claim on their behalf.

Whatever your exact circumstances are, contact us today for guidance on how long you have to start a claim.

Compensation Calculator For Medical Negligence – Midwife Negligence Claims

You may be interested in finding out what compensation you could receive if you make a successful claim. All midwife negligence claims are different and will lead to a unique settlement, but one thing that is certain is that payments can be made up of either one or two parts:

• General damages, which account for pain and suffering. This payment is always part of a payout.
• Special damages, which cover losses like a loss of earnings or medical bills. This isn’t a guarantee, but if you can produce proof of loss like receipts or statements, this part can form some or even most of the total figure.

The general damages element will be carefully calculated as part of the claims process. Those carrying out this task can use medical evidence for some guidance.

The Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) could also be used for insight. We’ve put together some figures from the document in the list below. You’ll see that the amounts are quite wide brackets. This is because all sorts of factors can affect how much is paid out, including severity, symptoms and length of recovery.

The JCG is ultimately a guide only. Additionally, the first bullet point is purely illustrative and not from the JCG. Therefore, it’s worth calling us today so an advisor can go through your potential midwife negligence compensation in more detail.

Compensation Examples

• • A payout accounting for more than one severe injury, in addition to expenses stemming from negligent care – up to £1,000,000+.
  • Very severe brain injuries, including quadriplegic cerebral palsy – £344,150 to £493,000.
  • Moderately severe brain damage, where the affected person is significantly disabled – £267,340 to £344,150.
  • Moderate brain damage that carries a small risk of epilepsy – £52,550 to £110,720.
  • Severe psychiatric damage – £66,920 to £141,240.
  • Moderately severe psychiatric harm – £23,270 to £66,920.
  • Moderate psychological damage – £7,150 to £23,270.
  • Damage to the bowels that typically follow a birth injury – In the region of £97,530.
  • Severe pelvic or hip injury, including a dislocation of the pelvic that results in impotence – £75,550 to £95,680.
  • A pelvis or hip injury deemed moderate because pain is significant but permanent disability, if any, isn’t major – £32,450 to £47.810.

No Win No Fee Midwife Negligence claims

If you are considering making a pregnancy negligence claim, one of our medical negligence solicitors may be able to help you with your case on a No Win No Fee basis with a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).

Some of the benefits of making a claim under this type of arrangement include:

• • • Not having to pay anything upfront to your solicitor for them to start working on your claim.
    • No service fees during the process of your claim.
    • Not having to pay your solicitor for their services if the claim is unsuccessful.

If your claim is successful, your solicitor deducts a success fee from your settlement. This success fee is subjected to a legal cap.

Get in touch if you have any other questions about midwife negligence claims, or to see if you could be eligible to work with one of our No Win No Fee solicitors.

You can get in touch with our advisors by:

• • • Calling our 24/7 advice line on 0800 073 8804
    • Using our live chat pop-up.
    • Completing our ‘claim online’ form for a callback.

Helpful Links

Birth Complications

This NHS page shows more on complications in birth

Injury in Birth Claims

This detailed guide offers more information on childbirth claims

Other Useful Compensation Guides

• • • What Are The Time Limits For Suing The NHS?
    • I Was Harmed By A Negligent Nursing Home, How Do I Report My Injuries?
    • How Much Compensation Can I Claim Against A Doctor Or GP Negligence?
    • Get information on claiming for delayed treatment caused by medical negligence through our guide.

If you have further questions about midwife negligence claims, please speak to a member of our advisory team at a time that suits you.

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Can I Sue KFC For Slipping On A Wet Floor

On this page, you will find a short guide to making a compensation claim for an injury caused by a fall in KFC, either as a member of the public or a staff member.

For employees, if the KFC branch is found to be at fault, causing the employee to have slipped in KFC, then a compensation claim will be possible.

Consumers who have fell in KFC, either inside the restaurant or outside in the carpark, if the branch is found to be the cause of the accident, a claim will also be possible.

Legal Expert has over 3 decades of experience in claiming compensation across a wide range of cases, including for accidents in KFC. Call us on 0800 073 8804 to start your claim today.

A Guide To Slip And Fall Accidents At KFC

In this guide to making a personal injury claim against KFC, we cover both employees and members of the public. People who have been injured due to an accident whilst visiting the restaurant, such as those who have slipped on a dirty floor in KFC, will be able to claim compensation if it can be proven the restaurant was responsible for causing the accident.

In this guide, we show how common accidents occur, and how liability can be proven in order to make a claim. We also introduce our No Win No Fee personal injury claims service.

The Most Common KFC Slip, Trip, And Fall Accidents

There are many ways that a person might become the victim of an accident in KFC, leading to them claiming compensation for slipping in KFC. The most common of which are:

• Slipping – such as people who have slipped on greasy food in KFC. This also includes wet floors.
• Tripping – over obstacles on public pathways, or over obstacles such as broken curbstones in the car park.
• Falling – down badly lit stairs, or due to faulty handrails.

If you have slipped and fell at KFC, you may be able to claim compensation. Contact Legal Expert at the number of the bottom of this page to find out.

What Slip And Fall Injury Claims Can I Make After An Accident At KFC

If you have had a slip and fall accident at KFC before you can sue KFC for slip on wet floor, you need to know what types of damages you can claim, and they are defined thus:

• General damages – to cover all of the pain, suffering and mental anguish of the original injury. Anything to do with the physical aspects of your injury slots in here.
• Special damages – to cover all of the aspects of your injury that are non-physical, such as financial losses including medical fees, travel costs, loss of earnings, etc.

Establishing Liability Accidents And Injuries In KFC

If you suffer a slip and fall at KFC, and it can be proven that the restaurant has made a mistake, such as there being no wet floor sign, that lead to the accident, then they will be liable for damages.

For members of the public, the primary legal framework which protects them from injury and harm while in a restaurant is the Occupiers Liability Act. If the KFC branch can be proven to be in breach of the Occupiers Liability Act, the will be liable to pay damages.

If you would like to know more about the Occupiers Liability Act and how it protects you, the consumer, there is a good guide at the following link:

Information on the Occupiers Liability Act

With regard to people working for KFC who are injured in an accident, the restaurant is expected to comply with all Health & Safety regulations pertaining to the hospitality sector. If the restaurant fails in this requirement, and it leads to an employee being injured, then it will be liable to pay damages.

The UK Health & Safety Executive offers guidelines to help businesses minimise the risk of slips, trips and falls. For example, this guide to preventing flooring related accidents:

HSE information on preventing flooring related accidents

Compensation Calculator for Slipping In A KFC

Part of the answer to the question, if I get hurt working for KFC can I claim compensation? is how much you may actually be able to claim. The table below gives a rough indication of how much you might claim for a range of injuries.

For a much more accurate idea of how much compensation you could expect to receive, call Legal Expert on the number at the bottom of this page.

No Win, No Fee Slip And Fall KFC Injury Claims

Legal Expert offers a simple way to make a slip and fall claim after an accident at KFC. Our No Win No Fee personal injury claims service is effective, and entirely financially risk-free.

You pay nothing to begin your claim, and nothing while we pursue your claim. If we fail to win you any compensation, you don’t pay anything at all. When you receive a compensation settlement, at this stage we will ask you to pay our fees.

How Claim Compensation If You Slipped and Fell At KFC

Are you ready to make a compensation claim for a personal injury that you have sustained in an accident at a branch of KFC? If you are, the call Legal Expert now on 0800 073 8804. Once we have taken the details of your claim, we will offer you some free legal advice on what we think your next move should be.

If you would rather we contact you, then please fill in the contact form at the link below, and we will get in touch with you:

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Useful Links

If you have injured your ankle or wrist in a slip at a KFC branch, this information provided by the NHS will be useful:

NHS information on sprains and strains

We have produced a full guide to making a claim for slip, trip and fall accidents at the link below:

A guide to making slip, trip and fall claims

We have produced a full guide to making a claim for slipping on a wet floor at the link below:

A guide to claiming for wet floor accidents

Last Updated 12th March 2025. If you have been injured as a result of an accident at a zoo, or have become sick by contracting an illness from an animal at a zoo, you could be entitled to make a zoo accident claim.

Zoos should be safe places to work, as well as being educational and entertaining places to visit. However, they are home to potentially very dangerous animals. This may include predatory animals which may attack in the event that they feel threatened or attacked.

If you have been injured at a zoo and think you are entitled to make a zoo accident claim, contact the specialist personal injury team at Legal Expert.

What Is A Zoo Accident Or Zoo Injury?

Common questions we are asked in relation to this type of claim can include “what is a zoo accident”, “what is a zoo injury” and “are zoos safe for visitors?”. The last of these is perhaps the easiest to answer.

Zoo’s across the country have very large numbers of visitors each year and almost all will have an extremely enjoyable time. Zoo accidents and injuries include a multitude of circumstances ranging from incidents involving the animals themselves to general hazards leading to a leisure attraction injury. As a popular attraction with a lot of people visiting, they are prone to people suffering a variety of different injuries.

Zoo Keeper Accidents And Injuries

By law, all employers owe their staff a duty of care. This means that they are legally responsible for the health and safety of their staff members whilst at work. This extends to providing the right equipment and training to be able to carry out their work in a safe way.

This duty of care is set out under the UK’s Health and Safety at Work etc. Act of 1974. However, there are other pieces of legislation that may also cover employees working in zoos and other jobs with animals. If you have suffered an injury or illness, you could make a zoo accident claim.

Employer’s Liability

Employers liability covers things such as providing the correct training and updating it as required, providing any specific training for situations that are (potentially) hazardous, and providing safety equipment, such as specific clothing.

They must also regularly update their risk analysis for any hazardous activities. These hazardous activities should also only be carried out by the appropriate tasks. They should also ensure that the buildings which house any animals are secured and safe for employees as well as animals. Employers should also put up the right safety signs.

There is an assumption that any employee working with (potentially) dangerous animals do assume some degree of risk by doing so. However, this does not absolve employers of their liability. To make a zoo accident claim, talk to our team today.

Fatal Accidents At A Zoo

Fatal accidents at a zoo can happen when the necessary safety processes and procedures have not been followed correctly, or when staff act in a negligent way. They can happen to either zookeepers, other members of staff, or visitors.

There have been several high profile incidences of animals breaking or getting loose, or people falling into animal enclosures at zoos around the world. The most recent incident of a human death at a Zoo in the UK was the Hamerton Zoo tiger attack in 2017. The animal attack happened in Hamerton Zoo and involved a tiger mauling a keeper to death. The Hamerton Zoo accident showed the importance of following health and safety procedures.

In the case of a fatal accident, there are three legal entities that can bring a personal injury claim. These are those who were dependent on the deceased, the deceased’s immediate family, the deceased’s estate. You can find out more information about wrongful death claims in our guide.

Child Accidents At The Zoo

Taking your child or children to either a large zoo, wildlife park, or a smaller petting zoo should be an experience that is both exciting and educational. For many children, especially those living in cities, visiting the zoo could be the first time that they will have been able to come close to wildlife.

Getting to interact with a variety of animals and wildlife can be very educational for many children. However, their excitement and interest could cause children to become distracted and not pay attention to what is going on around them.

As such, children can be susceptible to slips, trips, and falls at a zoo when running around, if they are not supervised properly. Child accidents at the zoo can include physical injuries as well as illnesses and can be caused in a variety of different ways.

If your child has had an accident or injury, the team at Legal Expert could help you get the compensation for accidents at a zoo that your child is entitled to.

Zoo Accident Compensation Claims – Evidence Examples

Successful zoo accident compensation claims will require evidence. You will need to gather evidence of both an accident occurring and your injuries.

Below we have listed some examples of evidence that could be collected for zoo accidents claims:

• Medical evidence – Zoo attacks could result in significant injuries. Any notes from your doctor or hospital can act as proof of any harm caused by the incident.
• Witnesses – Given that zoos are public places, someone else may have witnessed your incident. If you can obtain their contact details, a solicitor can get in touch for a statement during the personal injury claims process.
• CCTV footage – Zoos may have CCTV footage, which you are entitled to request. The footage can provide evidence of an incident happening and who was liable for causing it.

Additionally, we would recommend that you seek legal advice. Working with personal injury solicitors can ensure that all bases of your claim are covered. Furthermore, they can help you prepare evidence and ensure you get the personal injury compensation you might be owed. Get in touch for more information.

What Is The Time Limit For Zoo Accident Compensation Claims?

Once you’ve received medical treatment for your injuries, you may be in a position where you want to seek compensation for your suffering. In order to be eligible for compensation, there are a number of requirements that you must meet. These include being able to prove that you suffered as a result of third-party negligence and having sufficient evidence to demonstrate it.

It’s important that before you make a claim, you’re aware of the time limits that could affect whether you’re eligible or not. The usual personal injury claims time limit is 3 years. This is either effective from the accident date or whenever you realised that you suffered as a result of the accident.

If your child was injured in a zoo accident but they’re not yet of age to make legal proceedings, you could make a claim on their behalf by acting as their litigation friend. This way, you can secure them with the compensation that they deserve, which could also be accessed by yourself in the meantime to cover medical bills and any other injury-related expenses that may crop up.

What Can Be Claimed For After An Accident In A Zoo?

If you have suffered an accident or injury at the zoo and are thinking of making a compensation claim, you could be wondering how much you can claim, and what can you claim for. We will look at the first part of this in the following section, here we will look at what you can claim compensation for after an injury in a zoo.

Whilst each and every claim may have different circumstances which determine the amount of compensation you will get, we can look at the categories which may determine how much you are entitled to. These categories are:

• General damages: these are calculated from and paid out based on your actual physical injury or illness resulting from your animal attack or other circumstances leading to injury or illness. This will often form the bulk of your settlement and will also include any physical pain or suffering you experienced. It may also be awarded for emotional distress. It will take into account the long-term effects this will have on you.
• Special damages: this covers everything else which you may be able to claim compensation for. They include things such as medical bills and other special circumstances. This could include the cost of care, medication, or domestic help.
• Loss of earnings: this can include compensation for loss of earnings and benefits which you have suffered as a direct result of your illness or injury in a Zoo.

The above categories form the most common types of compensation you could claim for a Zoo accident or injury.

Zoo Accident Injury Compensation Amounts

Zoo accident compensation claims can be made up of two heads of loss: general damages and special damages. 

As mentioned in the previous section, general damages compensate for the injuries suffered. This can include psychological injuries such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in addition to physical injuries.

As part of your case, you may be invited to an independent medical examination so that a report can be produced. This medical report will help those advising you assess the level of injury compensation your zoo accident claim could attract. Factors that influence the size of injury compensation include the severity of the injuries, how bad the symptoms are and how long they last. The prognosis for the future is also important.

A document called the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) can also be useful in determining the level of general damages. This contains suggested compensation brackets for various injuries. As they are guidelines, no figures are guaranteed, but you may find the following table of example JCG entries useful.

Please note that the first entry is not from the JCG.

Compensation for a zoo accident may also include special damages, although they are not present in every case. They compensate for the financial losses caused by the injury, and some examples include:

• Loss of earnings, both in the past and the future
• Care costs
• Rehabilitation treatment fees
• Home or vehicle adaptations
• Travel expenses

You will need to provide evidence of these financial losses with documents such as bank statements, payslips and receipts.

We offer a free case assessment for any zoo accident claim, so why not call today?

Zoo Accident Compensation Claims For No Win No Fee Solicitors

If you have been injured while visiting the zoo in an accident that was not your fault, you may be entitled to zoo accident compensation. Understandably, you may not have a lot of knowledge about starting a personal injury claim. However, you can contact our advisors today to find out if you are eligible to claim. If so, our experienced solicitors may help you claim by:

• Walking you through each stage of the claims process
• Explaining key legal terminology 
• Helping you obtain evidence to build your claim 
• Setting you up with specialist appointments such as physiotherapy 
• Explaining how compensation is calculated 
• Negotiating settlements with third parties on your behalf 

One of the benefits of claiming with our solicitors is that they work on a No Win No Fee basis through a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). This means that you do not need to worry about paying upfront solicitors fees. 

If you sign a CFA and your claim is successful, your solicitor’s success fee will be taken as a small and legally capped percentage of your compensation. If your claim is unsuccessful, you are not required to pay your solicitor for their work on it. However, our solicitors will work hard and use their expertise to ensure your claim is successful.

To learn more about zoo accident claims, compensation or the role of No Win No Fee solicitors, contact our helpful and friendly team of advisors today by:

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

Helpful Links And Resources

Child Accident Claims
Find out how to make a successful claim for accidents and injuries to children with our guide to child accident claims.

Dog Bite Animal Claims
Have you been bitten by an animal, such as a dog, find out how to secure the compensation which you deserve with animal bite injuries.

Horse Riding Accidents
Were you injured at the Zoo whilst participating in an animal ride? If so, this guide to horse riding accident claims could help you.

NHS Guide To Animal And Human Bite Injuries
Find out how to treat human and animal bite injuries with this guide from the NHS.

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Last Updated On 1st September 2025. If you have suffered burns during a cosmetic procedure, you may be entitled to pursue laser hair removal burns compensation.

These claims arise when a clinic or practitioner fails to meet the expected standard of care, and their negligence results in avoidable injury. To succeed, it must be shown that the practitioner owed you a duty of care, that this duty was breached, and that the burns you sustained were a direct consequence of that breach.

Because strict time limits apply, it’s important to seek advice as early as possible. At Legal Expert, our specialist personal injury solicitors can guide you through the process, gather evidence to support your case, and help you pursue the compensation you deserve for the pain, suffering, and financial losses caused by your injury.

If you’d like to get a free case check and advice on your situation, get in touch with us by clicking below. You can also keep scrolling to learn more about the laser hair removal burns claims process.

How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

Laser hair removal is a beauty treatment for the semi-permanent removal of undesired body and facial hair. It first became available to the public in the mid-1990s and today is available on many high streets across Great Britain and elsewhere.

This treatment is sometimes referred to as IPL (Intense Pulsed Light). This treatment works by exposing unwanted hair to pulses of laser lights in order to damage the follicle.

The machine used produces a specific type of light wavelength. This is pulsed for a certain amount of time, targeting the hair follicle only. Laser hair removal has become popular for its speed and can lead to the permanent loss of hair in the treated area. This is after repeated treatments.

There are common side effects of laser removal treatment. You may experience symptoms such as redness or pink discolouration, as well as some skin irritation such as itchiness or swelling in the area which has been treated. These symptoms usually pass within a matter of days.

Some minor burns can occur too. It’s possible to treat or soothe them by applying certain products containing aloe vera or something similar to the affected area. However, there are other types of burns that can be more severe.

Can I Claim Laser Hair Removal Burns Compensation?

In order to make a personal injury claim for laser hair removal gone wrong, it’s necessary to meet a set of criteria. They are:

• That the beauty salon or person carrying out the treatment owed you a duty of care. In most cases, this is simple to prove
• That the beauty salon breached its duty of care. For this, you’d need evidence that they failed to act in a way they should have
• As a result of the breach, you suffered an injury such as a burn

If you want to get a free case check to see if you meet the criteria for making a personal injury claim, just get in touch on the number at the top of the page.

How Long Do I Have To Make A Claim?

In order to successfully claim compensation against the clinic or beautician that negligently caused you burns during your treatment, you must ensure that you start your claim within the personal injury claims time limit.

This is generally 3 years. This can be three years from the date you suffered the burn during the laser treatment or 3 years from the date you became aware of your injuries. However, there are some exceptions to the time limit.

If the claimant was under 18 at the time of the injury, the time limit would be suspended until their 18^th birthday. A claim can be made during this time, but a litigation friend must act as a representative. Once the claimant turns 18, if a claim is not already underway, they will have 3 years to start one themselves.

Someone with mental capacity will also have their time limit suspended. If they gain the mental ability to represent themselves, their 3-year time limit will begin on that date. A litigation friend can begin their claim at any time during the suspended period.

Please reach out for any further questions you may have about claiming for injuries sustained in a laser hair removal gone wrong.

What Should You Expect From Your Practitioner?

What you should expect from your practitioner is adherence to certain standards of care. The government requires those who provide IPL treatments to register for a licence before offering services to customers.

As well as ensuring they are registered correctly, whichever clinic you use should:

• Fully explaining what the treatment involves, including any risks to your person.
• Be honest and realistic about the eventual results of the treatment.
• Complete patch testing to determine the best type of laser for your skin and hair cover, as well as assess any reactions to the treatment.
• Adhere to strict hygiene standards, thoroughly sterilising all tools and equipment used in the procedure.
• Offer professional advice on aftercare once the treatment is complete.
• Give you ample opportunity to change your mind about going ahead with the procedure.

You can find out more about claiming laser hair removal burns compensation by talking to our advisors today.

A Case Study On Laser Hair Removal Gone Wrong

Let’s take a look at a case study exploring a case involving laser hair removal gone wrong.

A laser hair removal injury claim was brought by a client of a salon who experienced burns from laser hair removal and subsequent scarring after an IPL (intense pulsed light) treatment. The beautician in the salon was found to be in breach of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982 because she failed to act with reasonable care in carrying out the laser hair removal service.

She was found to be negligent as she turned up the machine intensity too high and it reached a hazardous level of intensity which was untested. She did not take reasonable care to ensure that she wouldn’t be putting the client in danger. A patch test was not carried out and the client was unaware of the possible side effects. The normal procedure would be to cool the patient’s skin before and after the treatment but she did not do this.

This combination of failings meant that the client was found to be eligible to receive compensation for laser hair removal claims.

What Happened Next?

The laser burns, in this case, was due to the fact that the claimant suffered superficial burns, and although these healed after around a month, she was left with some hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation, which is discolouration of the skin and is visible when seen up close. The beautician admitted responsibility and so the laser hair removal burn claim was settled out of court for an amount that the claimant was happy with.

In typical cases of personal injury, the claimant can claim compensation for general damages and special damages. Whereas general damages aim to cover physical and mental pain or suffering, special damages aim to cover financial losses, such as loss of earnings or out-of-pocket expenses paid for medical bills and adaptation to property.

What To Do If Harmed By Laser Hair Removal

An important aspect of claiming laser hair removal burns compensation is gathering sufficient evidence to support your claim. The evidence you gather will help demonstrate the failure to uphold the duty of care by your practitioner, as well as highlight the extent of the harm you experienced.

Examples of evidence you could gather include:

• Medical evidence showing what harm laser burns caused and details of any further treatment you had to correct this.
• Photographs of the burns and/or scarring caused.
• If anyone else attended your appointments they could act as a witness. Be sure to provided their contact information so they can give a statement during the claims process.
• Proof of any financial losses stemming from the harm you sustained.

For a free assessment of your eligibility to claim compensation, or to get support with collecting evidence for your laser hair removal burns compensation claim, speak to our advisors today. If eligible, one of our dedicated solicitors could take on your case and support with gathering a strong body of evidence.

What Are The Most Common Effects Of Negligent Laser Hair Removal

Our clients who have experienced laser hair removal burns on their arms while having treatment have experienced the following injuries:

• Scarring from burns
• Blistering from burns
• Infections
• Laser burns on arms, laser burns on the legs and laser burn marks on the face
• Hyper-pigmentation, which means the darkening of the skin. An uneven skin tone is another effect
• Corneal ulcers are open sores that can develop on the surface of the eye.
  Reduction of muscle tone

Clients often ask us “are laser burns permanent?”. Unfortunately, while some laser burns are treatable, other more serious burns can result in permanent scarring. Before you undergo laser hair removal treatment, your practitioner should ask about any existing conditions or injuries you suffer from to determine whether or not this treatment is right for you.

How Is Laser Hair Removal Burns Compensation Calculated?

If a salon or clinic has been negligent in their laser hair removal treatment and you have suffered injuries as a result, such as burns on your arms, you could be eligible to claim compensation for your injuries.

Your claim will look at the extent of your injuries, alongside the effects they have had on your life and a compensation amount will be assessed, that can both:

• Compensate you for the financial losses caused by your injury (special damages)
• Compensate you for the pain and distress your injury may have caused you (general damages)

To make a successful claim for special damages you should collect and maintain any relevant records of the financial impact of your injury. This can be:

• Loss of earnings
• Prescription costs
• Private cosmetic procedures to repair the harm

If you are looking to make a claim for the laser burns you suffered, please speak to one of our advisers. They can value your claim and give you an estimate for compensation and inform of materials you can start collecting now that will be relevant to your claim.

Claim Compensation For A Laser Hair Removal Burn With Our No Win No Fee Solicitors

If a breach of duty of care has caused you to suffer from a laser hair removal burn, compensation could be owed to you. If so, then you may find it helpful to ask a solicitor to assist you. If you’re concerned about paying an upfront cost, hiring a solicitor on a No Win No Fee basis could be useful for you. All our lawyers can offer this type of agreement.

If your claim succeeds, then a legally capped percentage of your settlement is deducted by your No Win No Fee lawyer. If your claim fails, you are not obliged to pay them. To find out if you could make a claim for laser hair removal compensation or the process of claiming for hair laser removal burns, get in touch with our advisors today.

Why Work With Legal Expert For Your Personal Injury Claim?

Legal Expert is a well-respected personal injury solicitor’s firm known for our integrity. We offer our clients a less stressful, more affordable way to claim and will always fight to win our clients the compensation they deserve.

We have an excellent track record of winning cosmetic negligence claims cases, for claimants just like you, so trust us to win you the laser hair removal burns on arms compensation you are entitled to.

Call our team today on the number at the top of this page for your free consultation, and we will assess how much compensation you can claim and with your permission, refer you to the right personal injury solicitor to handle your claim.

Learn More About Laser Hair Removal Compensation Claims

In this final section of our guide on claiming compensation for laser burns caused by hair removal on the arms, we’ve included some links you may find useful.

• Burn Injury Compensation – a guide to burn injury claims lays out how much compensation you could claim.
• Cosmetic surgery compensation – Have you been injured after undergoing cosmetic surgery? Read our guide to see how much you could claim.

By Olivia Fitzpatrick. Last Updated 21st March 2024. Welcome to our guide on making HAVS compensation claims for hand arm vibration syndrome.

Hand arm vibration syndrome is a condition which affects people who work with vibrating equipment on a day-to-day basis. According to the Health and Safety Executive, almost two million workers in the UK either suffer from vibration-related injuries, or are at risk of developing them in the future due to working practices and conditions. The bulk of new hand arm vibration syndrome claims and claims for vibration white finger compensation are made by those who have used this type of equipment or machinery on a regular basis.

Typically people think that those affected by conditions such as this will be employed in more manual or industrial work, such as operating heavy-duty vibrating equipment. However, it can also affect dentists and dental technicians who use fine equipment with very high-frequency vibrations.

In our guide below, we answer questions such as ‘what is hand arm vibration syndrome’, and what causes it as well as looking at what you could be owed in a HAVS compensation claim.

After reading our guide, you can get in contact with our specialist team to start making your personal injury claim. Contact us today by calling us on 0800 073 8804, or by using our email address.

Time limits for making HAVS compensation claims

If you weren’t already aware, there are certain time limits that apply to those wishing to make personal injury claims. This means that those attempting to make legal proceedings outside the appropriate time limit for their case could risk losing out on their compensation as they are no longer eligible to claim it.

For most personal injury claims, this time limit is 3 years from the date of the incident. In many cases, the development of HAVS may not be immediately obvious and there is more than one incident that causes it to develop. Therefore, exceptions can be made to this time limit to allow claimants that realised symptoms after this 3-year period has passed, meaning they can make a claim up to 3 years after the date of knowledge.

If claimants are mentally incapacitated or under the age of 18 and therefore unable to make legal proceedings themselves, this time limit is paused. In the meantime, they can have a litigation friend claim on their behalf, at which point, the time limit will come into effect.

A Guide To Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Claims

Those suffering hand arm vibration syndrome (or HVAS) and who are seeking to start a hand arm vibration syndrome claim are likely to have developed the condition through the workplace. Under the 2005 Control of Vibration at Work Regulations, your employer owes you a duty of care to reduce or eliminate any potential risks which can arise from using vibrating tools and equipment. Employers should take the following steps:

Staff should be given regular breaks from using this type of equipment.
Providing personal protective equipment, such as vibration-reducing gloves.
Providing the right health and safety training and making staff aware of potential hazards.
Ensuring the correct tools are used for a task, and in the correct way.

Through the rest of this guide, we will look at the causes, symptoms, and effects of hand arm vibration syndrome on a person, as well as what the average payout for a HAVS compensation claim and how to best start a hand arm vibration claim.

What Is Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Or Vibration White Finger?

Hand arm vibration syndrome will affect the hands and arms. It leads to changes in sensation and the perception of feeling in the hands and arms. Sufferers may experience a permanent loss of sensation and weakness in the affected areas. Sufferers will generally have worked with some form of vibrating tools or equipment within the last decade, though stopping using them could stop the early signs of the condition becoming worse.

What Are The Symptoms Of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome?

Hand arm vibration syndrome will be the result of damage to the blood vessels, nerves as well as joints in the arms, wrists and in the hands. The value of a hand arm vibration syndrome claim is determined by how serious the symptoms are now, and how serious they are estimated to be in the future.

Symptoms of the condition may include any or all of the following: loss of sensation, reduced strength and numbness or tingling in your fingers. People may also find that the very tips of their fingers turn red or white when exposed to the cold or to wet weather.

What Are The Effects Of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome?

Hand arm vibration and vibration white finger are often experienced at the same time as they are caused in similar ways, namely the prolonged operation of vibrating equipment. This can be using hand tools or larger machinery.

The symptoms of these conditions will vary from person to person, and as such, the long-term effects and average payout for vibration white finger can vary considerably. The effects of this can also be made worse by exposure to cold weather.

Using vibrating equipment can cause damage to the muscles, tendons, joints, and bones. It can also affect the wider nervous system through the fingers, hands, and arms. Common effects of this which are reported by sufferers include:

• Blanching and whitening of the fingers on exposure to the cold.
• A tingling feeling and/ or loss of feeling in the fingers and fingertips.
• Loss of dexterity and fine motor control.
• Pain through the fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Bone cysts.

It should be noted that this is a gradual condition and will progress over time. The effects of HAVS may not become apparent immediately.

What Are The Common Causes Of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome?

The leading cause of people developing the condition and making HAVS compensation claims is prolonged usage of vibrating equipment or machinery. The condition often develops slowly over a period of several years and may not become apparent until years after exposure has stopped.

As such, it can sometimes be tricky to pin down the specific cause or occupation which caused the injury to develop. This is why having an experienced HAVS compensation claim lawyer can be crucial to making a successful claim.

The most common effects of the condition are things such as loss of feeling, some skin blanching (also known as vibration white finger) and loss of grip strength. It can be common for people to suffer and make a vibration white finger claim at the same time as making a hand arm claim.

Different people may find that they have a different propensity for hand arm vibration to develop, and the progression of the condition may vary considerably between different people. For some, the symptoms will develop after just a few years of exposure to or using this type of equipment. Other people may be able to use it for several decades with no problem, or only developing symptoms later in life.

Once someone has developed hand arm vibration syndrome, the condition can not be cured or reversed and will need to be managed instead. The team working out how much you are owed will use a HAVS compensation calculator which takes into account the long-term effects on your employability and quality of life.

Due to the seriousness and irreversibility of the condition, it is crucial to pick up on the early symptoms of the condition so that preventative measures can be taken as early as possible. In the early stages of the condition, it could be possible for the person affected to switch to a different job role or employ different tools to prevent the progress of the condition.

Injuries associated with vibrating machinery such as hand arm vibration and vibration white finger are much more prevalent in industries such as sheet metal working, metal cutting, general construction, as well as car repairs and some electrical works. Any occupation where the person is exposed to high vibrating equipment on a day-to-day basis could develop the condition.

These injuries are more likely to affect working-age people and hand arm vibration, or vibration white finger compensation amounts will take into account the effect this injury will have on the claimant’s future career prospects. Nerve damage in the fingers, hands, wrists, or forearms will mean lower fine motor control of the fingers and hands and reduced grip strength. Some victims will also experience pain and cramping.

Am I Eligible To Start A Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Claim?

If you think or know that you have a hand arm vibration syndrome injury, one of your first questions could be whether you are eligible to make a HAVS compensation claim. A hand arm vibration claim can be made by anyone who has used hand-operated and vibrating machinery or tools through the course of their work. The personal injury lawyers that we can provide you with can help those whose injuries could have been caused by:

• Grinders, sanders, and disc cutters as well as concrete breakers.
• Chainsaws and hammer drills, as well as hedge trimmers.
• Power-operated lawnmowers.

As well as this, there are other people who are eligible to claim for hand arm vibration syndrome. People using the following types of machinery may also be able to bring a claim for hand arm vibration syndrome. These include:

• Those using tools with a hammer action for over 15 minutes at a time each day.
• Those using industrial or commercial floor cleaning or polishing machinery.
• Those using power tools with a rotary action (and others) for longer than one hour each day.

If you have developed the symptoms of hand arm vibration syndrome after using any of the tools, machinery, or equipment listed above, you could be eligible to lodge a HAVS compensation claim. To find out more about your eligibility and how to seek damages, contact our specialist team today.

What Can My Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Claim Include?

A common myth about personal injury claims relates to what you can actually claim for. People often think that their hand arm vibration claim will only include compensation for the actual injury itself, often leaving them out of pocket for a variety of other costs and expenses.

However, this is not the case. Those who do know that they can claim for a variety of different expenses will generally underestimate how much their expenses were and don’t apply for as high a HAVS compensation payout as they could do. When you are making a claim for compensation, you can include any of the following:

General damages – this is the type of compensation that most people will be familiar with. It compensates claimants for their physical or psychological injury. It takes into account what effect the hand arm vibration injury has had on the person’s life.

Special damages – these take into account financial implications such as loss of earnings in the form of earnings or benefits.

Medical bills – you can claim for any medical bills that you have had to pay. This could be prescription medication, private healthcare if needed, and any longer-term medical costs such as care.

Cost of travel – this could include the cost of travelling to medical appointments.

We hope that by setting these different categories out, you can see what HAVS compensation payouts may include for your accident and injury. Your final settlement will be determined by how severe your hand arm vibration syndrome injury is.

Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome And Vibration White Finger Compensation Amounts

One of the most common questions which we are asked in any personal injury claim is how much compensation a person will get for their accident or injuries. Whilst there are average payouts for different types of accidents or injuries, it is difficult to say how much the average payout for HAVS is. This is because it can have a different level of effect and different severity for each claimant. As such the HAVS claim amount you could be entitled to could be very different to that which someone else is entitled to.

The reason why your HAVS claim amount may be different to someone else’s is that your settlement will account for the unique circumstances surrounding your accident as well as factors such as how it has affected your life and whether or not your ability to work or income has been affected.

In the table below, we have looked at some of the most common things which you can claim for as part of HAVS compensation claims. We have included some compensation brackets from the Judicial College to give you the best idea of how much you could be awarded for each injury.

Updated July 2021.

Please remember that the table above is provided for illustrative purposes only and the actual amount of compensation you are awarded may differ as it could also take into account the different types of compensation listed in the section above. Each of the claims that we handle is assessed individually, and as such, you should bear this in mind when looking at these figures.

Hand Arm vibration Statistics

According to the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (which tracks statistics for work-related conditions such as this), there were 205 new cases of hand arm vibration in 2019. This figure continues the year-on-year decline, which we have seen in recent years through hand arm vibration statistics.

Hand arm vibration is commonly grouped together with vibration white finger and carpal tunnel syndrome, as these all affect similar parts of the body, and can be caused in similar ways. Statistics by the Health and Safety Executive show a general decline in all three of these conditions over the last decade. They also show that the number of new hand arm vibration claims has also declined each year steadily.

Men vs Women

Statistics by the HSE also show that the number of men suffering these conditions dwarfs the number of women. Between 2010 and 2019 there were a total of 5605 cases of men suffering from HAVS, whilst just 15 women were affected. This could be due to the disproportionately smaller number of women working in roles using this type of equipment.

Hand Arm Vibration Claim Case Study

This is a brief study of a hand arm vibration claim which was carried out by another solicitors firm. The details of the case have been made public.

The case involved what is thought to be one of the HAVS compensation payouts in the UK, with the claimant being awarded £118,000. The claimant had worked in demolition for his former employer for 11 years. During this time he operated jackhammers and other similar vibrating equipment. The claimant developed the symptoms of HAVS (hand arm vibration syndrome) and was eventually diagnosed with this condition. The effect on the claimant was extremely serious and had also lead to the claimant developing mental health problems such as depression.

The employer did defend the HAVS claim initially stating that they were not liable for the injuries. However, the did eventually settle the claim out of court for the HAVS claim amount of £118,000. This helps to show how having the right solicitor can help you to fight your case, and get the compensation you could be entitled to.

No Win No Fee Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome Claims

There can be several challenges in making a personal injury claim, such as finding the right solicitor or having the time to carry out your claim. However, we have found that one of the biggest single factors which can put a person off making a claim is worrying about the costs of doing so.

This is why we are proud to offer our clients a no win, no fee service. This means that you can make your claim without facing any financial burden. If you make a no win, no fee hand arm vibration syndrome claim with Legal Expert, your solicitor assumes all the financial risk. They will not ask for any upfront payments to start your claim, nor will they charge you anything whilst it is being conducted. If the claim is not successful, they won’t charge you anything.

This service is also known as a ‘conditional fee agreement’ as the personal injury solicitors fee is conditional on winning your claim. If you are successfully awarded compensation, the legal fee can be deducted from this. Using this service will mean you are never out of pocket.

How We Can Help You Get The Compensation You Deserve

One of the most important parts of making any personal injury claim, such as a HAVS compensation claim, is having the right personal injury lawyer to work on your case. At Legal Expert we understand that there are a plethora of options for you when choosing a firm to work with, however, we think that we are the right choice to help you get compensation for your HAVS condition.

Our approach combines years of experience with a dedicated and compassionate approach, and our no win, no fee contract. As well as this, we can also provide help by organising a medical test to gain an impartial insight into the extent of your condition. Our services minimise your risks whilst supporting you through your claim.

Talk To Our Team Today

Once you have taken the steps we recommend above and are ready to start your hand arm vibration syndrome claim, your next step should be to contact Legal Expert. You can get in touch with our experienced team by calling them on 0800 073 8804.

If you would rather send us information about your accident and injuries, you can send us an email via [email protected], our team will then get in contact with you. You can also see our other contact information.

Contact our personal injury solicitors and start your HAVS compensation claim today.

HAVS compensation claims FAQs

Does HAVS go away? 

Once you’ve noticed the symptoms of HAVS, they’re impossible to cure. But early prevention can stop these symptoms from progressing into something debilitating.

If you find yourself struggling to feel things with your fingers, or that you’ve lost strength in your hands, this could be an early sign of HAVS. Other symptoms include a numb feeling or a tingling in your fingers, or your fingertips becoming white and then red in cold or wet conditions.

To reduce your risk of HVAS, you should always use the right tool for the job, and choose suitable low-vibration tools when possible. You should encourage blood circulation in your hands by keeping them warm and dry, stopping smoking (as this reduces your circulation) and massaging your fingers throughout the day to stimulate blood flow.

How do I know if I’m being exposed to too much vibration at work?

According to the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005, your employer should be limiting the levels of vibration that you’re exposed to in order to reduce the risk of HAVS.

The EAV, or exposure action value, is the amount of exposure to vibration over which your employer should be taking action to control this exposure. For hand arm vibration, the EAV is 2.5 m/s^2.   

The ELV, or exposure limit value, is the amount of vibration that should not be exceeded by an employee on a single day. For hand arm vibration this is 5 m/s².

Your employer should be doing more than keeping your vibration exposure below the EAV. Although this is the threshold for action to be taken, they should be doing whatever they can to keep your exposure to vibration as low as is reasonably practicable.

Helpful Links

Stress at Work Claim

If you have been affected by stress at work, find out how to best make a compensation claim with our helpful guide.

Accident At Work Claims

Have you suffered an accident at work? If so, find out how to successfully make a compensation claim using our experienced team.

Hand Injury Claims

Find out how to claim compensation for injuries and accidents affecting the hands in our claims guide.

HSE Guide To Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome

A Guide to HAVS including hand arm vibration statistics produced by the UK’s Health and Safety Executive.

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• Accidents at Home Injury Claims Guide
• Personal Injury Claims In Scotland Calculator
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By Lewis Cobain. Last Updated 12th November 2025. The failure of an employer to implement health and safety laws can be detrimental to employees. Noone should have to experience harm due to their employer’s negligent actions. If you have suffered a personal injury due to a health and safety breach, you could be eligible to claim compensation. Successful health and safety breach claims can help those affected to prioritise their recovery, especially if they have been financially impacted. 

If you’re interested in making a claim, why wait to enquire? Our advisors are available 24/7 to offer you straightforward advice. You could even be eligible to work with one of our solicitors, who work to make the process much easier for claimants. However, there is no obligation to proceed if you are simply seeking further information at this stage.

Questions You May Have

• How should my employer protect my health and safety? They should provide you with appropriate training, check all machinery/equipment and provide you with personal protective equipment (PPE). 
• Can my employer fire me for making a breach of health and safety claim? No, generally, your employer cannot fire you for making a claim in relation to an accident that was not your fault.

• What is my employer’s legal duty to me regarding health and safety? They are required to take reasonable steps to ensure your safety as an employee.

• How can I prove a health and safety breach? You can provide a copy of an accident report and photos of the accident scene. 

• How long do I have to make an accident at work claim? In most cases, there is a 3-year period during which you can claim, starting from the date of the incident. 

You can contact an advisor today to determine whether you have a valid claim.

Here’s our quick explainer video on what Health and Safety Breach Accidents are and how you can claim compensation:

What Is A Health And Safety Breach?

A health and safety breach occurs when those responsible fail to comply with health and safety legislation and other health and safety regulations. There are a number of pieces of legislation in place for different environments to ensure the health and safety of both workers and those visiting public spaces.

For example, while you are at work, your employer owes you a duty of care to take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure your health and safety. This is outlined under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HASAWA), which is the main piece of health and safety legislation in place for workers.

Another example of health and safety legislation is the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 (OLA). This legislation outlines the duty of care for those in control of public spaces and states that they must take steps to ensure the reasonable safety of those visiting said public spaces.

If you are injured because either of these parties breaches health and safety legislation, you may be able to make a personal injury claim. Contact our team of advisors today to learn more about health and safety breach claims.

Health And Safety Breach Examples

Below, we have provided some health and safety breach examples to show how an employer’s failure of their legal duty of care can result in an accident.

If your specific circumstances aren’t covered here don’t worry, you very well could still be eligible to claim. Examples can include:

• Inadequate training resulted in staff overloading a warehouse crane. The cable snapped, causing the heavy objects to fall. One of these objects hit you and badly crushed your leg.
• A failure to carry out maintenance inspections meant a faulty ladder was not spotted. You were instructed to use this ladder on-site regardless. The ladder gave way, and you fell from a considerable height.
• Poor lighting in a storage area caused you to trip and fall, badly damaging your ankle.

To find out more about claiming compensation in your particular circumstances, get in touch with our advisors today.

Evidence To Support Health And Safety Breach Claims

When claiming compensation for the breach of the duty of care owed to you, you need evidence to support your claim. In other words, you need to be able to prove that your injuries were caused by a failure to uphold acceptable standards such as those set out in HASAWA.

Regardless of ­where the incident occurs, you’ll need as much evidence as possible. For example:

• Accident book – If you’re injured at work due to a health and safety breach, then you can fill out the accident book. Having an accident is a legal requirement if your organisation employs 10 or more people.
• Video evidence – For instance, CCTV footage.
• Medical evidence – Test results, medical records, and X-rays are all examples of medical proof. They can also help in valuing your claim.
• Contact information for witnesses – If you can collect the details of any eyewitnesses, they could provide a statement about what they saw.
• Photographs – Both of any physical injuries, and of the hazards that caused them.

To find out more about gathering evidence to support claims for health and safety breaches, get in touch with our advisors today. This is not a complete list, and there will be other examples they can tell you about.

Breach Of Health And Safety – Calculating Compensation

Health and safety breach claims can result in significant payouts if they succeed. This compensation can be awarded under two heads of loss, general and special damages. These heads of loss award for physical and psychological harm, and financial losses, respectively.

Those assigned the task of calculating a possible compensation figure for general damages can refer to your medical documents in conjunction with the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). This detailed publication lists compensation guidelines for various different injuries, a relevant selection of which we have provided here.

Compensation Table

We emphasise that the first entry is not a JCG figure, and that this information has been provided for guidance purposes only.

Special Damages In A Breach of Health and Safety At Work

As we explained above, special damages payments can be awarded for financial losses stemming from your injuries. This head of loss awards for both immediate and future losses, as well as ongoing costs. What this means is special damages payments are often significantly higher than those under general damages.

There are several costs that can be incurred from health and safety breaches, examples can include:

• Loss of earnings.
• Out-of-pocket medical bills.
• Transport costs.
• Care needs.

Hold onto any supporting documentation, such as your pay slips and care invoices, as proof of the losses you incurred.

The information in this section is intended as a guide only. To get a more personalised idea of what your potential claim could be worth, contact our team today.

How Much Time Do I Have To Claim For Health And Safety Breaches?

The Limitation Act 1980 grants a period of 3 years to start health and safety breach claims. This time limit will take effect from the date of the incident. However, there are certain exceptions where this time limit may be paused:

• Minors: Since a minor cannot claim compensation for themselves, the time limit will apply only once they turn 18.
• Limited Mental Capacity: The time limit will be paused indefinitely when a person doesn’t possess the mental capacity to claim. However, if their mental capacity returns, they will get 3 years to start their claim.

Apart from waiting for the time limit to apply, another option is for someone to claim on behalf of the individuals mentioned above. They could do this by applying to become a litigation friend. The following people can apply for this position:

• Parents, guardians or other family members.
• Friends
• Solicitor
• Person with power of attorney

The court will make the appointment after verifying the following:

• The person can make fair and competent decisions related to the claim.
• There is no conflict of interest.

Speak to our advisors for more information on claiming on behalf of somebody else. They can also help you determine the time limit applicable in your case.

No Win No Fee Health And Safety Breach Claims

Our solicitors have years of experience in handling health and safety breach claims. The type of No Win No Fee contract they can offer eligible claimants is called a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).

The CFA contract comes with considerable benefits including:

• No fees to pay for the solicitor starting work on the claim.
• Also, there will be no fees for that work during the actual claims process.
• Finally, should the claim fail, you will not have any fees to pay for your solicitor’s services.

A successful claim will see you awarded compensation for the health and safety breach. Some of this compensation will make up the solicitor’s success fee. Since The Conditional Fee Agreement’s Order 2013 caps this fee at 25%, you will keep the majority of any payout that is awarded.

Health And Safety Solicitor – Contact Legal Expert For Health And Safety Legal Advice

You can get free legal advice from our friendly advisors at any time after being injured at work. They work around the clock and can answer your questions about health and safety legal requirements. Furthermore, they can determine your eligibility to claim at no extra cost to you via a free consultation.

After an accident at work that was caused by your employer’s negligence, you could be owed injury compensation. Let our health and safety solicitors help you with an accident at work claim.

Contact Us

Below are a few ways you can get in touch with us:

• Call our dedicated team on 0800 073 8804
• Contact us online, and we’ll be in touch
• Pop up to an advisor at any time using our free online chat function

Helpful Links And Resources

• I Had An Accident At Work, What Are My Rights? – Have you suffered an accident due to health and safety breaches at work? If so, read our guide to getting the compensation you deserve.
• I Am Self Employed And Had An Accident At Work, Can I Claim? – How much can I claim for a health and safety breach in work leading to an accident when I’m self-employed? Find out in our guide.
• Forklift Truck Accident Claims – Find out how much you could be able to claim if you were injured in a forklift accident in the workplace.
• Consequences Of A Breach In Health And Safety – Find out more about the consequences of a breach in health and safety processes and procedures in this guide from the Health and Safety Executive.
• Get in touch with HSE  – Contact details for the Health and Safety Executive.
• Time Limit In Accident At Work Claims – See our guide exploring how long you have to put forward your personal injury claim.
• Learn more about claiming for whiplash with a pre existing condition by reading our helpful guide.

We hope you have found our guide on health and safety breach claims helpful. If you have any questions, please call our team on the number above. They can provide further guidance on the steps you can take following a breach of health and safety.

Olympic Holidays provide package holiday deals to a wide range of locations. This includes Italy, Greece, the Canary Islands, Malta, and much more. While the company has a good reputation, there is no denying that accidents happen. And, there is nothing that ruins a holiday quite like getting injured or suffering an illness is there? If you have been injured while on a holiday that was booked through Olympic Holidays and it was not your fault, you may be entitled to Olympic Holidays compensation. Here at Legal Expert, we have many years of experience in the personal injury claim and we have helped many people to get the compensation they deserve. This includes helping a number of personal injury claimants to secure Olympic Holidays holiday compensation. You can reach us for free legal advice on our personal injury claims helpline on 0800 073 8804. But before you give us a call, read on to discover everything you need to know about the holiday complaints procedure and making a claim for compensation.

A Guide To Claiming Compensation From Olympic Holidays

Have you been badly hurt while on a coach trip overseas? Maybe you have come down with food poisoning because of something you ate during your all-inclusive stay? No matter what has happened, if you have been injured while on holiday, you may be entitled to compensation. An experiencing personal injury solicitor will be able to put together a claim to cover the pain and suffering you have experienced, as well as the loss of enjoyment and any other expenses you have encountered too. In most holiday injury cases, you are going to be claiming against the tour company that you booked your holiday through. In this guide, we will take a look at Olympic Holidays compensation claims specifically. If you have been injured while on a holiday you booked through this tour operator, you will find all of the information you need below. This includes details on how to launch tour operator compensation claims, how much Olympic Holidays compensation you may be entitled to, how to complain about holiday accommodation, whether you can claim for holiday compensation for delays, and much more. If you still have any queries by the time you finish reading this guide, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us for further information.

What Are The Most Common Accidents Abroad?

There are many different types of injuries and accidents that can happen while on holiday. However, these are some of the most common:

• Slips, trips or falls due to misplaced objects or slippery flooring
• Swimming pool accidents
• Injuries caused on coaches or while using any other type of foreign transport
• Food poisoning from a restaurant or hotel buffet
• Excursion injuries
• Boat accidents
• Poor hotel hygiene illnesses
• Injuries caused due to a substandard or defective rental car and other types of road traffic accidents
• Sporting injuries, such as those caused on jet skis, skis or while doing watersports

No matter whether you have been involved in one of the accidents mentioned above or not, if it was not your fault, there is a very high chance you will be entitled to compensation.

What Are The Most Common Injuries Abroad?

In terms of the specific injuries that are suffered abroad, the list is well and truly endless. From head injuries and leg injuries caused in sporting accidents to bowel problems because of food poisoning, there are many different types of injuries that can be sustained. In order to secure Olympic Holidays compensation, you simply need to prove that the tour operator is responsible for whatever type of illness or injury you have suffered.

What Duty Of Care Does Olympic Holidays Owe Customers And Travellers?

In order to determine whether Olympic Holidays is responsible for your accident or not, you need to understand what duty of care they owe their customers. As per UK law, Package Travel Regulations state that if you have booked a package holiday via a company they are responsible for your health and well-being in the following scenarios: while you are in the accommodation you have booked, while using transport or in transit that has been organised via the company, and when enjoying any other services related to accommodation or transport, for example, if you have booked a tour through Olympic Holidays.

Are There Time Limits For Making An Olympic Holidays Compensation Claim?

When it comes to making any type of personal injury claim, there is a time limit, and this is three years. This limit applies irrespective of whether you are making an Olympic Holidays holiday sickness claim or any other type of personal injury claim. It means you have three years from the date of the accident to start legal proceedings. There is no time to wait, though, as court proceedings do need to be issued within the three-year period. Moreover, you are going to find it a lot more straightforward to claim the sooner you do so.

Can I Claim Compensation From Olympic Holidays For A Hotel Accident?

Yes, so long as you can prove that the incident was not your fault, for example, if you have suffered food poisoning, it needs to be due to the hotel food and not something you rustled up for yourself. From slips and trips to food poisoning, there are many different ways you could be injured while in a hotel. Swimming pool incidents are also common. If you believe the swimming pool area was dangerous or that there were not enough trained staff members on assistance, you will definitely be able to launch a claim.

Road Traffic Accidents And Injuries When Abroad

We can also help you to make a claim if you have been injured in a road traffic accident while on holiday. There are many different ways road traffic incidents can occur, from issues with the roads to a careless driver. Whom you make your claim against will depend on how it happened and what you were travelling in. If you were travelling in a coach, you will make your claim against Olympic Holidays. However, if you were injured while in a rental car, you will either claim against the rental firm or another driver. This is something you do not need to worry about, though, as we will be able to advise you on who to claim against and how to go about it.

Can I Claim Compensation From A Restaurant?

Yes, if you have suffered food poisoning while on holiday, you will most definitely be able to claim for this. You can also make a claim if you have experienced a slip, trip or fall, or experienced any other type of accident or injury. As is the case for all claims, you need to show that the restaurant is to blame for what happened. If you can do this, you can most definitely proceed with your case.

What Evidence Do I Need To Collect To Begin My Package Holiday Compensation Claim

When making any type of personal injury claim, it is a good idea to try and gather as much evidence as possible. This includes taking photographs of the scene, if applicable, as well as photographs of your injuries if they are visible. This is a lot easier to do today, as most mobile phones come equipped with cameras. Aside from this, it is wise to write down everything you remember at the earliest opportunity so that you do not forget anything important. Furthermore, make sure you report the incident to Olympic Holidays so that there is an official record of what happened. if anyone witnessed the incident, it would be a good idea to get their contact information so that they can provide you with a witness statement.

What Can I Include In My Package Holiday Compensation Claim?

There are a number of different things you can claim for when making an accident claim for an incident that occurred during a package holiday. First and foremost, you will receive a lump sum to compensate you for the pain and suffering you endured, both physical and psychological. Aside from this, you can also claim holiday compensation loss enjoyment. Furthermore, you can claim for any costs related to the illness or injury, including loss of earnings, medical costs, and transport expenses. Make sure you hold onto receipts and any other form of proof that will back-up your claim for such costs.

Olympic Holidays Compensation For Holiday Accidents Calculator

Most people that get in touch with us want to know how much compensation from Olympic Holidays they will get if they launch a claim. No matter whether you are making a claim against tour operators or any other type of business or individual, your claim will be handled on an individual basis. This is because all claims differ considerably and so it is important to make sure you are awarded a fair and just payout. After all, you may have suffered a leg injury due to a coach accident abroad, and so may someone else, but the severity of the injury and the impact of it on your lives could be very different. This is why it is important that all Olympic Holidays holidays compensation claims are handled on a case-by-case basis, so that all of the factors are take into account. However, while we may not be able to tell you the exact amount you are going to get for the accident you have been involved in, we can give you an understanding regarding the average payout amount for claims relating to holiday injuries. You will find this information in the table below.

How Do I Start My Claim With A Personal Injury Solicitor?

Making a claim with LegalExpert is really easy. All you need to do is give us a call and we will take it from there, providing you with a free consultation to start the service. This is a fact-finding sessions for us so that we are armed with all of the information we need to advise you in the best possible manner. It also gives you the chance to ask any queries you may have about the process of making Olympic Holidays holiday complaints and launching a claim for compensation.

No Win No Fee Package Holiday Compensation Claims

When you make a claim with Legal Expert, you can be certain it will be handled on a 100 per cent No Win, No Fee basis. What does this mean? Well, it essentially means that you are only going to need to pay compensation if your claim is successful. If, for some reason, we do not manage to get you a payout for your case, you will not need to pay any legal fees. This gives anyone the platform to claim, no matter their current financial standing. It also means you will never find yourself out of pocket due to launching a claim.

Why Use Legal Expert To Conduct Your Olympic Holidays Claim

When it comes to Olympics Holidays complaints advice and launching a claim for the injury you have suffered, you won’t find better than Legal Expert. There are a number of reasons why we believe this is the case. This includes the following:

• We will always strive to secure the maximum amount of compensation possible
• We have many years of experience in the industry.
• We will provide you with specialist holiday compensation solicitors that have handled many cases like yours before.
• We have an excellent track record and we have received great feedback from past clients.
• We operate a 100 per cent No Win, No Fee service.

With all these benefits to using our service, we think you’ll agree that we have what it takes to handle your claim with the least amount of fuss. If you have any questions before you make a decision, though, we will be happy to hear from you and will give you advice on whatever you need to know.

Contact Us Today

If you are ready to make a claim or you have any questions, be it about the Olympic Holidays holidays cancellation policy, Olympic Holidays flight delay compensation, or Olympic Holidays compensation for holiday injuries, please do not hesitate to get in touch and we will do our best to assist you. Please note that our personal injury claims line is open seven days a week, 24 hours a day, so you can call at any time that is convenient for you. The number you need is 0800 073 8804. There are plenty o other ways to get in touch as well, including requesting a call-back, using the live chat feature, and messaging our team via email. For all of the details, head to our contact page: www.legalexpert.co.uk/contact-us/.

Useful Links

We hope that you have found this guide useful on your quest to seek further information about making an Olympic Holidays compensation claim. However, we know that you may require some further assistance, and so we have put together a few helpful links below.

Information from the NHS on Food Poisoning

Food poisoning is one of the more common illnesses suffered while on holiday. This link takes you to the NHS page where you can find more information on symptoms, treatment, and so on.

Holiday Accident Claims Abroad Guide

Find out if you are eligible to claim compensation for a holiday accident.

Olympic Holidays Information

This link takes you to the Olympic Holidays website where you will find flight information. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you are looking to seek Olympic Holidays flight delay compensation or you need an Olympic Holidays delayed flight compensation form.

Last Updated 5th November 2025. Golf should be a fun sport that strikes a balance between challenge and reward, a social activity, and a way to unwind in nature. However, things can go wrong and result in golfers sustaining minor to severe injuries, depending on the type of accident that occurs. So, if you were playing golf and you suffered an injury that wasn’t your fault, we encourage you to look into golf course accident compensation claims. Here at Legal Expert, we can help you when it comes to personal injury compensation.

Our solicitors are aware of how distressing it can be when engaging in a sport you love leaves you injured, especially if the injury was not your fault. Notably, if you have an eligible golf course injury claim, our solicitors will offer you a complete service on No Win No Fee terms. This means you won’t have to pay upfront or ongoing solicitor fees and can claim with confidence without the financial risk. So, if you are looking for legal representation that purposefully removes financial obstacles and genuinely cares about the outcome of your golf course injury claim, get in touch with us today.

Your Important Questions Answered 

• What injuries can I suffer on a golf course? You can suffer several different types of injuries, ranging from a broken ankle to a head injury.
• What accidents can happen on a golf course? Accidents on a golf course can range from a golf cart malfunction to slip, trip or fall accidents.
• Can I claim without professional legal representation? Technically, you can, but we certainly don’t recommend doing so, as the claiming process can be complex.
• What services can a solicitor offer me? A solicitor can provide you with services such as gathering evidence on your behalf, drafting the Letter of Claim and negotiating with the defendant’s solicitors. 
• Is there a time limit for a golf course injury claim? Yes, you typically have 3 years to start a claim from the date you suffered your golf course injury.

Who Is Liable For Accidents On A Golf Course?

When you visit a golf course, the occupier of the premises has a duty of care to ensure their grounds are reasonably safe whilst you are there. This duty of care is outlined in the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 and should be abided to avoid the risk of golf course accidents. Therefore, should the occupiers breach their duty of care and you are injured as a result, you may have grounds for a valid claim. For example, you could be hit by a golf ball because you were told to cross the green by a member of staff at the wrong time.

However, in order to secure personal injury compensation, you’ll need evidence that can demonstrate that you have been injured as a result of the occupiers’ negligence. You’ll also need to prove any injuries or financial harm you have sustained as a result. For example, medical records, witness statements and bank statements could be used as evidence.

Additionally, as per the Limitation Act 1980, you’ll need to take action within three years from the date of the accident that caused you harm. Failure to do so might result in your claim being statute-barred. There are exceptions to the time limit. For example, if a minor is injured, they have three years from their 18th birthday to start a claim. Before this, the time limit is suspended.

Speak to our advisors and they can give you free legal advice on collecting evidence to support your personal injury claim. Furthermore, they can discuss exceptions to the time limit. Get in touch for free at any time for more information.

The Time Limit For Golf Course Accident Compensation Claims

As set out by the Limitation Act 1980, there is a three-year time limit for starting a personal injury claim. This usually begins from the date of the accident that injured you.

This time limit can work differently under certain circumstances. If a child has been injured in a golf course accident, then the time limit for starting a claim will be put on hold until their 18th birthday. A litigation friend could start a claim on the child’s behalf before that day. If this doesn’t happen, then the injured party will have three years to make their own claim once they turn 18.

If the injured party lacks the mental capacity to start their own injury claim, then the three-year time limit will be frozen indefinitely. A litigation friend could start a claim on their behalf while the time limit is frozen. However, if the injured person later regains their mental capacity and a claim has not been made, then the time limit will start for them from the day of recovery.

To learn more about your eligibility to claim, contact our advisors for free today. They can also discuss other parts of the claiming process or answer questions you may have, such as whether you can claim for specific accidents, such as being hit by a golf ball.

Do I Need Evidence To Support My Claim?

You must collect as much evidence as you can to support your golf course accident compensation claim. 

For a personal injury claim to be successful, the most important thing you need to do is successfully establish third party liability. In short, this means that you must prove how the third party was responsible for your injuries. 

To do this, you must obtain evidence. The more evidence you find, the more likely your claim will succeed as evidence will back up your arguments. 

Some examples of evidence that may support your claim include:

• Medical reports, scans and prescriptions 
• Photographs of your injuries and the accident scene 
• Copies of correspondence with the third party 
• CCTV footage of your accident 
• Police reports if they were called to the scene 
• A copy of the accident report book
• Witness contact details 

Obtaining evidence to prove third party liability is one of the most fundamental stages of the claims process as it will determine whether your claim is successful or not. 

At Legal Expert, we understand that you may struggle to get evidence if you are still suffering from your golf course injury. However, we have a helpful team of advisors and solicitors who can support you and help you obtain evidence. Once your evidence has been collected, our solicitors may begin to build your claim.

If you have any questions about obtaining evidence and proving third party liability, please contact our advisors today. They have helped many people like you and can use their expertise to help you make a successful golf course injury claim.

What Sort Of Accidents Can Happen At Golf Courses?

There are many different types of accidents that can happen at a golf course. We are going to take a look at four of the most common below:

• Golf course negligence– This relates to injuries that have been caused because of golf courses that have not been maintained properly and contain dangerous slopes, which can lead to players, marshals, and caddies being injured in slip, trip and fall accidents especially. Other issues concerning negligent golf course maintenance include broken glass strewn around, sand traps, cracked pathways, and puddles of water, all of which show that management has not maintained the golf course properly. Fractures, strains, and sprains are common injuries suffered due to this. It is also worth pointing out that all golf courses are required to put fences up in areas that are deemed high risk so that people do not get hit by golf balls. If it is not possible for a fence to be erected, it is important that warning signs are put up so that people are aware of the dangers of walking about in the said area.
• Golf buggy and cart injuries – You may be surprised by just how common accidents involving golf buggies and golf carts are. They can either be caused because the individual driving the buggy has not been doing so with the required attention and care or because of a fault with the golf buggy itself. Golf caddies and players may get injured if rash driving causes a collision with another individual or buggy, or if faulty brakes cause the golf buggy to fail. Common injuries, in this case, include concussion, whiplash, fractures, and bruises.
• Golf club injuries – Another common cause of accidents and injuries on golf courses include when a player loses their grip of the club during their swig. If a club goes flying through the air, it could easily strike another person or several people. If you have been injured in this manner, you can make a claim. Injuries differ in severity considerably. Some people suffer concussions and serious bruising, whereas others sustain broken bones. There can also be serious head injuries or cerebral haemorrhages if the golf club hits someone in the side or back of their head.
• Golf ball injuries – Last but not least, we have golf ball injuries. These are the most common types of accidents that occur at golf courses. Even experienced players can play an errant shot from time to time, which has resulted in marshals and spectators suffering eye and head injuries. Golf balls are dangerous because of their small size and the sheer speed at which they travel. The severity of such a golf course injury differs depending on how far away the victim was from the golfer and the speed at which the ball was travelling.

If you cannot see the type of injury you have sustained above, please do not fret, as you will still be able to make a claim if you can prove liability. Simply pick up the phone for more information.

What Can I Claim For When Making A Golf Course Accident Claim?

Compensation could include up to two parts when making a personal injury claim. One part (that is always part of personal injury claims) is called general damages. This is the payout you will get for the pain and suffering you have been subject to. It is worth noting here that this does not only relate to the physical damage, but you can claim for psychological injuries too.

Golf course injury claims may potentially include compensation for what is known as special damages. When someone gets injured, it is very likely that they will experience a few financial expenses or consequences because of this. For example, people often need to take time off work while they recover, and this results in a loss of earnings or even a future loss of earnings. You can claim for this as this is part of special damages.

You can also claim for any other costs involved, be it travel expenses, care costs, domestic help costs, medical bills and the like. The only requirement is that you can show the expense directly relates to your injuries. Furthermore, you will need proof, so make sure you keep a hold of receipts, documents, and anything else that shows the cost.

Calculating Compensation For Golf Course Accident Compensation Claims

Your compensation will primarily be influenced by your injury. A golf ball injury, for example, could come in the form of a head injury after getting hit with a golf ball on the course. If you had a legitimate claim, and were eligible to sue for compensation, legal professionals will examine factors such as:

• The severity of your head injury
• The distress your injury may be causing
• Your injury’s effect on your ability to work
• Any required care costs, or other financial effects of your injury

For the pain and distress of your injury you would seek general damages. We can show you examples of general damages by using the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) and their listed awards. This is a publication that looks at previous compensation awarded in court to generate compensation brackets for various injuries. We have included a table with figures from the 2022 edition below. Please bear in mind that the first figure is our own design and has not been sourced from the JCG. Moreover, this table is intended to be used as a guideline only when it comes to thinking about your own compensation.

If you are looking for a valuation for compensation in your golf ball injury claim, please reach out to one of our advisers now.

No Win No Fee Solicitors For Golf Course Accident Compensation Claims

One of the reasons why people making a golf accident claim could benefit from working with our expert solicitors is the fact they can work on your case on a No Win No Fee basis. Specifically, they offer their clients a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), meaning that you:

• Pay nothing at all in advance for their services.
• Aren’t covering the solicitor’s fees as their golf course accident compensation claims progress.
• Get charged nothing for the solicitor’s work if the case ends unsuccessfully.

If your claim is a success, your solicitor will take a success fee from you. This is a legally limited percentage of your compensation.

To learn more about how our solicitors could help with golf course accident compensation claims, you can contact our advisors.

Contact Us Today

There are many different ways you can get in touch with us here at Legal Expert if you would like to proceed with a claim or you have any further queries concerning golf course accident claims:

• Call 0800 073 8804
• Email [email protected]
• Complete a contact form
• Use the 24/7 live chat feature on your screen

Useful Links

Here are some useful further resources:

• Accident at work claims
• Public place accident claims
• Personal injury claims calculator
• NHS advice on head injuries and concussion
• Find NHS services near you
• Head Injury Claims
• Loss Of Vision And Blindness Claims
• Child Accident Claims
• Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Claims
• Learn more about how to claim for sporting event injuries

Thanks for reading our golf course accident claims guide.

Last Updated On 8th July 2025. Working as an agency worker can sometimes lead to injuries or illnesses with many people wondering if they can file a work-related compensation injury claim and to who it should be filed against. These are just some of the accident at work claim FAQs we receive. The answer is yes you can, and you may be entitled to file an agency worker injury compensation claim.

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• What Are My Employment Rights As An Agency Worker?
• Can I Make A Claim For An Accident At Work?
• Do Employers Have A Duty Of Care To Agency Staff?
• Who Is Liable If Injured When Working Through An Agency?
• What Steps Should You Take After Suffering An Accident Or Injury?
• Working With An Agency – How Long Do I Have To Claim If Injured?
• Compensation Payouts If Injured When Working Through An Agency
• How Long Will It take To Claim Compensation As An Agency Worker Injured At Work?
• Can I Claim On A No Win No Fee Basis?
• Talk To Us Today
• Useful Links

What Are My Employment Rights As An Agency Worker?

Let’s take a look at your employment rights as an agency worker.

Under UK law, all employees, workers and staff must be treated equally because they are entitled to “workers employment rights”. These rights come into effect the moment you begin working for an employer. The law applies to all employees regardless of whether they are full time, part time or agency workers. Employment rights encompass personal injury claims for accidents in the workplace. Should you be injured whilst at work through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to file for compensation for the injuries you sustained. Under UK law, you may be entitled to agency worker injury compensation.

UK legislation clearly states that all employees, workers and staff are treated equally and that they have the same worker’s employment rights from the first day they start start work for an employer as those of permanent staff. Agency workers along with temporary staff and contractors must be treated in the same way as permanent staff by employers and their work colleagues.

Agency workers, part time staff and contract workers who use the same facilities as permanent employees have the same worker’s employment rights which includes having to use the same car park, canteen facilities, pick up and drop off services and/or any other communal facilities and services an employer provides and this includes a workplace crèche.

If you have worked for the same employer for an extended period of time, your situation changes from temporary to permanent. Your agency worker’s rights after 12 weeks of employment for the same employer where your duties are the same as those of permanent staff, allow you to qualify for the right to be paid the same salary as that of a permanent employee. You would also be entitled to the same annual leave and you would automatically be enrolled into a company’s pension scheme. As such, agency worker rights to permanent employment after 12 weeks remain the same with the difference being you would be entitled to all the benefits that come with a permanent job structure.

It is also worth noting that as an agency worker, an agency is obliged under the law to draw up a contract of employment that clearly stipulates whether you are under a contract for the services you provide or whether the contract is one of employment and it must include details of your agency worker notice period amongst other things.

Our team of our legal advisers can help you through the process of lodging a claim having successfully won many agency workers injury compensation claims for clients in the past. We would assess your case and advise you whether you have a strong case to claim agency worker compensation.

Can I Make A Claim For An Accident At Work?

If you are working through an agency and injure yourself, you may wonder if you are eligible to claim personal injury compensation.

According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), an agency worker refers to an individual who is supplied by an employment agency to work for another employer. Once the employment agency has introduced the worker to an employer, the relationship between the worker and agency ends, and the employer has a responsibility for worker’s health and safety in the same way they do for any employee. If this duty is not upheld, it could lead to a workplace accident in which you’re injured.

In order to be eligible to make a claim for an accident at work, you must be able to prove that:

• You were owed a duty of care.
• This duty was breached.
• You suffered an injury at work as a result.

The duty of care that employers owe is found in the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HASAWA). This means that your employer must take all reasonably practicable steps to ensure your health, safety and welfare at work.

If you have evidence that this duty was breached, and you became injured as a result, call our team on the number above.

Do Employers Have A Duty Of Care To Agency Staff?

Employers have a duty of care to all people in their employment which includes agency staff. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 clearly lays out that all employers have a duty of care to ensure that employees, staff and workers whether temporary, permanent, contracted or agency are kept safe whilst in their employment.

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974, all employers have a responsibility towards their staff and this covers all aspects of an employee’s rights. As such, they have the duty of care to ensure the following:

• To ensure that all employees work in a safe environment
• To provide relevant training to all employees
• To provide the correct protective clothing and equipment to suit the job
• To ensure that all machinery, equipment and tools are correctly maintained and are in good working order to minimise the risk of potential injury
• To ensure that the workplace complies to all current health and safety standards as set out by law
• To ensure that all staff/employees are made aware of potential hazards and dangers in the workplace and how they can minimise the risk of injuries occurring
• To provide PPE for temporary workers as well as permanent staff

When an employer fails to comply with any of the above and you are injured through their negligence, you could be entitled to file an agency worker injury compensation claim for any damages you sustained through no fault of your own. Many agency workers ask us who their claim should be filed against and whether it should be lodged against the agency that contracted them to work for an employer or the employer directly.

Agency workers also ask us “can agencies charge for PPE”? The answer is no, whether it is returnable or not. However, if an agency worker’s employment is terminated and the PPE is not returned, providing their contract of employment clearly stipulates its return, an employer could deduct the cost of replacing the PPE from an agency worker’s pay.

Who Is Liable If Injured When Working Through An Agency?

When filing an agency worker injury claim, there are several things that factor into who would be held responsible for your accident. However, when working through an agency, the person in charge of the business, company or facility would give you all the instructions relating to the job you are contracted to carry out. As an agency worker, you would be seen as an “employee” of the company you are contracted out to. Therefore, you are entitled to receive employee “protection” as well as any relevant “benefits” which could include sick pay for agency workers. In short, if you are injured in the workplace, the company that hired you through the agency would be held responsible for the incident because they are the owners or managers of the business and you could be entitled to sick pay for agency workers.

This means that when you are employed as an agency worker in an office or other workplace and you suffer an injury through no fault of your own whilst at work, you could be entitled to file for temp agency workers compensation from the business owner or its operator. You would not file your claim against the agency that contracted you to work for the business where the incident occurred.

So, when do temp agencies pay workers comp? When an agency controls how the work you are contracted to do is carried out, the agency could be liable for your injuries. The agency is responsible for ensuring that all their agency workers are equipped with the correct tools for the job and that they are provided with appropriate protective clothing as well as given the proper training to carry out the work. In short, if your injury occurs while you work under the direct instructions of an agency, the agency would be responsible for the incident and would be liable to pay compensation for the agency worker injury you sustained while under their control.

Our team of legal experts can provide the right guidance as to who would be liable for your injuries and would walk you through the process of filing a No Win Fee compensation claim once your claim has been thoroughly assessed and we establish that you have a strong case for employment agency workers compensation against an employer or an agency.

What Steps Should You Take After Suffering An Accident Or Injury?

If you suffered an agency worker injury, there are specific steps you must take at the scene of the incident as quickly as it is feasibly possible. These are as follows:

• Take down witness details: These details may be required when filing for compensation for an agency worker injury
• Take photos of the incident and where it occurred: Having photos of the accident and the injuries you sustained strengthens an agency worker injury compensation claim
• Make sure the accident is reported: It is essential that the accident be reported to an employer or person in charge who must record the incident in the company’s accident report book
• Seek medical attention as soon as possible: It is also important that you seek medical attention as soon as possible. An agency worker injury solicitor may appoint a medical professional to carry out the examination who would file an official report on your injuries, all of which strengthens a compensation claim and would have a direct impact on the settlement you are awarded having suffered an agency worker injury

Working With An Agency – How Long Do I Have To Claim If Injured?

You may be wondering, ‘can I claim compensation at any time after my accident?’. You must start the legal process within the personal injury claims time limit. This is set as typically three years by the Limitation Act 1980. The time limit starts the day you suffered your workplace injury.

However, there are exceptions that suspend this time limit. These include:

• Children under the age of 18. The time limit is suspended until their 18^th Once the time limit starts, it is set at three years.
• Adults who lack the mental capacity to start their own claim. However, should they regain their capacity, they will have three years from that date to start a personal injury claim.

In either of these cases, a litigation friend can be appointed to start a claim on behalf of the injured party at any point during the suspension. However, if a claim is started by a litigation friend, the injured party cannot start one once the time limit ceases suspension.

If you suffered injuries while working with an agency, call our advisors for a free claim evaluation. We can help you get started right away if your claim seems valid.

Compensation Payouts If Injured When Working Through An Agency

The amount awarded would depend on several factors which includes the following:

• The severity of your injury
• Whether you need to undergo further treatments
• The pain and suffering you experienced
• Special damages

When it comes to special damages, these refer to any further costs you might have incurred which includes the following:

• Medical fees
• Travel expenses
• Loss of earnings

It is also worth noting that you could also claim compensation should the injury you sustained while working as an agency worker negatively impact a pre-existing health condition. Below is a graph showing the levels of compensation you might be awarded should you have suffered an agency worker injury.

We would assess who is responsible for your accident and answer any questions you may have which includes “do temp agencies pay workers comp”? We would establish that an agency has staffing agency workers comp insurance. We would establish if a business owner could be held liable to pay the compensation you rightly deserve having filed a claim against them.

How Long Will It Take To Claim Compensation As An Agency Worker Injured At Work?

When making a claim as an agency worker injured at work, the amount of time it takes to settle may relate to the complexity of your case. There is no set time frame for workplace accident claims. This is because each claim for compensation requires an individual assessment of its circumstances. 

Most claims of this nature settle outside of court. Both parties involved will be required to follow the Pre-action Protocol. This means that they need to make efforts to reach an agreement without the intervention of the court. The court schedule can be extremely busy, so it generally saves time for everyone if a case is settled between the 2 parties. 

Other factors that may affect how long it takes to settle and whether the court will be required to make a judgement include:

• Whether an agreement can be reached as to who is liable for the accident
• The complexity and severity of your injuries (it can be difficult to assess the physical impact you will experience if you have not fully recovered)
• Whether there is adequate evidence

Get in touch with our expert team of advisors today to ask ‘Can I claim injury compensation as an agency worker?’. They can explain what factors may impact your potential payout and how long it may take to settle. 

Can I Claim On A No Win No Fee Basis?

Legal advice is expensive which puts people off making a claim for compensation which they deserve after suffering an injury through no fault of their own. No Win, No Fee solves the problem because there are no upfront fees to find.

The structure means anyone who sustains an injury in the workplace, can seek compensation. These days, many solicitors work on a No Win, No Fee basis taking on the risk and you only pay if your compensation claim is ruled in your favour. You would not pay a solicitor any money at all if your claim is unsuccessful.

A No Win No Fee solicitor recovers all costs directly from the amount awarded which is typically agreed in advance. A Condition Fee Agreement or CFA is drawn up detailing the percentage you would have to pay if your case is successful. The CFA is a legally binding document between a solicitor and the claimant.

Talk To Us Today

To find out more about our No Win No Fee structure and to obtain the fastest response to a personal injury query, your can either contact us by telephone or you can email us at the email address below.

Call us on 0800 073 8804, the advice line is available 24-hours, 365 days a year and you can request a “call back” if more convenient

Useful Links

The link below takes you to the Government website where you will find lots of valuable information about your agency worker rights:

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By Danielle Griffin. Welcome to our guide on occupational asthma compensation claims.

All employers in the UK have a legal responsibility to make sure the workplace is as safe and healthy as possible. If your employer has failed to do this, and you have been diagnosed with occupational asthma or another type of industrial disease, you may be able to make a claim for compensation.

At Legal Expert, we have many years of expertise in claims, and we can help you to get the payout you deserve. You can reach us on 0800 073 8804, but before you do, read on to find out all you should know about making a claim for personal injury compensation.

Can I make occupational asthma compensation claims?

If you can prove that you developed symptoms of asthma as a result of exposure to certain harmful chemicals or allergens in the workplace, you could be able to make an occupational asthma compensation claim for your suffering. This is regardless of the following factors:

• When your asthma symptoms developed (whether right after exposure or some time later)
• What type of damage you suffered (whether physical, psychological or otherwise, such as financial damage from loss of earnings)

To get a free consultation about your case, please speak to one of our specialist advisors today. They can also offer you free legal advice with no obligation to work with our team if you don’t want to. Our lines are open 24/7, so simply get in touch whenever you’re ready.

Your Guide to Occupational Asthma Compensation Claims

Occupational asthma can occur if you work in any sort of environment whereby you have been exposed to hazardous substances.

All employers in the UK must ensure the chances of this happening are reduced as much as possible. If you believe your employer has failed you, you should most definitely be thinking about an occupational asthma lawsuit. However, you may be wondering what this entails and what the occupational asthma diagnosis criteria are.

There is no need to worry, as we have everything covered in this guide. You will find out more about asthma in different work environments, as well as liability, top causes of occupational asthma, the impact of this condition, and much more.

What is Occupational Asthma or Work-Related Asthma?

Asthma is a common condition of the lungs that can result in trouble breathing. Symptoms include the following:

• Coughing
• A tight chest
• Breathlessness
• Wheezing

In the UK, one in every 10 cases of asthma is caused due to work-related factors. Occupational asthma is basically asthma that has been contracted due to the working environment.

Occupational Asthma Statistics UK

The graph below shows some asthma statistics from the HSE. In 2019, there were around 174 new cases of occupational asthma reported by doctors. However, these were only doctors who were participating in the SWORD scheme. This scheme is within The Health and Occupation Reporting (THOR) network.

This figure is largely in line with the gradual increase of cases of occupational asthma. The actual figure could be larger, as there are doctors who were not participating in the SWORD scheme. Therefore, these figures would not have been reported.

Fatal Workplace Accidents

Other chest injuries sustained in the workplace can be so extreme that they can lead to fatalities. Whilst the death statistics in the HSE graph below were caused by traumatic injuries rather than industrial diseases such as occupational asthma, they demonstrate which industries these deaths are the most prominent in.

In 2020/21, there were 142 deaths caused by workplace injuries. The graph below is made from statistics accrued over this same period.

What are the long-term effects of occupational asthma?

Some cases of asthma do involve a quick recovery, but this is not always the case for work-related cases of asthma or allergic occupational asthma, which could be caused by an accident at work or your employer’s negligence.

In such cases, the substance that started off your condition will often cause asthma to be triggered in the future. For example, if you work in a bakery and flour dust has triggered asthma, it would be wise to stop working in such an environment to prevent further respiratory damage. This is because staying away from the trigger is the only way to stop your occupational asthma symptoms from showing themselves.

The best advice, if you can, is to stay away from your trigger at work for a minimum of 12 months. Of course, this can be devastating if it means you need to change your career, and loss of income is something you can claim for when making claims.

Asthma In The Workplace – Possible Causes

Different substances could cause asthma in the workplace. Pre-existing asthma could also be worsened in the workplace. Employers have a responsibility to reduce the risk of asthma in the workplace, such as by supplying masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) where appropriate. They must also ensure that workspaces are well-ventilated, such as using ventilation fans in areas where necessary.

If you have asthma and work in an environment where there are known triggers, you should alert your employer. That way, your employer could take steps to reduce the risk of harm.

Asthma in the workplace could be caused or triggered by:

• Flour, sawdust and other fine particles.
• Paint fumes.
• Cleaning products, including bleach and ammonia.
• Exhaust fumes.
• Heavy metals.
• Moulds
• Hair dyes.

Call our advisors to discuss your asthma workplace rights in the UK.

Who is liable for your occupational asthma?

All employers in the UK have a legal duty to ensure they provide a safe and healthy environment for their workforce. As per section 2 of the Health Safety at Work Act 1974, your employer must take steps to lower the exposure to hazardous substances at work.

If your place of work involves being exposed to any sort of dangerous substance, your employer must explain this to you prior to you starting work. You may be asked to have a health screening, which will incorporate a breathing test, and this may continue on an annual basis to ensure you are not starting to get asthma.

If one of these tests picks up that you have developed occupational asthma, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) must be notified, and it is your duty to do so. In most cases, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will want to visit your place of work to determine whether there are any steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of someone else being diagnosed with occupational asthma.

If you believe that your employer could be doing more to reduce the chances of anyone sustaining this type of illness, there are various options you have available to you. This includes the following:

• Ask your co-workers to stop smoking near you.
• Contact the local HSE office for advice.
• Express your concerns to your employer.
• Contract your professional body or trade union.
• Raise your concerns with the individual that is responsible for workplace health and safety at your business.

Needless to say, if you have been diagnosed with occupational asthma disability, and your employer has not been fulfilling their legal responsibility to reduce the chances of this occurring, you will have the basis for a claim.

Can I get compensation if I get occupational asthma?

If you have been professionally diagnosed by a doctor as having occupational asthma, you may be eligible for a payout. The severity of your condition will determine the level of benefit you will receive. This is something we will discuss in further detail in this guide.

How is your asthma assessed? Well, the doctor will use a scale, which is from one to 100 per cent, with 100 per cent being the worst possible case of asthma. If your disability is deemed over the 14 per cent mark, you could have compensation awarded.

It is vital to claim as soon as possible, as payments do not begin from the moment you were diagnosed, but from the day you started your claims.

Who you will be receiving compensation and benefits from:

Are you self-employed?

If so and you’re suffering from occupational asthma, Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit is not an option for you. You may be able to secure Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) instead.

Do you work for the Armed Forces?

If you develop asthma during your duty for the armed forces, you may be able to secure compensation through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme.

Are you employed?

If you have been informed that the asthma you developed is a consequence of your working environment, you should move quickly to gain actionable advice, both about what types of benefits you could receive or be entitled to, as well as recompense options through the UK courts.

It may be the case that Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefits are something you are eligible for. It is important to therefore take notes of any details you are given on these matters so that you know exactly where you stand.

Can I take any legal action towards my employer/s should I go on to develop occupational/work-related asthma?

Yes, but please note that there is a time limit on making such a claim. As it is impossible to pinpoint when occupational asthma took hold, you will have a period of 3 years after the date of your diagnosis instead.

Don’t leave it until the last minute, though, as you will only make life more difficult for yourself. The sooner you claim, the better. There are two reasons why this is the case. Firstly, court proceedings must be issued in the three-year time frame, so you really don’t want to cut it too fine.

Secondly, you will find it much easier to claim if you do so soon because you will find gathering evidence more straightforward. You will also need a specialist lawyer on your side that has handled many cases like this before and can secure you the compensation you deserve.

That is where we come in here at Legal Expert, so give us a call about your potential claims.

Assessing how severe your asthma is – what’s involved

When determining how much compensation you are entitled to, many different factors are considered. However, the main factor is how severe your asthma is. The medical report provided by your doctor will be used in this regard.

Not only are your symptoms and any pain you are experiencing taken into account, but also your long term prognosis and the impact the asthma is having on your life in a professional and social sense too.

Occupational Asthma Claims – No win no fee agreements

All claims are handled on a No Win No Fee basis here at Legal Expert. This means that you will only pay legal fees if the case is successful, otherwise, you will not need to pay anything. This ensures that you are protected financially while also giving everyone the platform to claim, no matter his or her current financial situation.

With this approach, you can have complete peace of mind that your case is only taken on if there is a genuine chance of it being a winning one, as well as having the reassurance that your solicitor is working hard to make certain of a successful outcome.

How much occupational asthma compensation would I receive?

We often get asked about occupational asthma payouts, and one thing that is important to recognise is that the payout does differ from case to case. This is because no two claims are the same.

There are different levels of severity and symptoms in regards to the injury itself, as well as different circumstances, for example, length of time spent off work because of the injury. Because of this, all cases are assessed individually, so that the right amount can be awarded to the claimant.

Nevertheless, we can help you by showing you the average settlement for occupational asthma, which is displayed in the table below.

If you have suffered injuries that have not been mentioned in the table above, or you would like further information on occupational asthma settlements, please do not hesitate to get in touch and we would be more than happy to advise further.

Legal Expert – How we can help with work-related asthma claims

When it comes to claims, there are a number of UK legal firms that are ready and waiting to take on your case. So, you may be wondering what makes Legal Expert the right choice for you? There are various reasons why we believe we are better than the rest. This includes the following:

• Our level of experience –  We have many years of experience in the industry and we shall provide you with an expert personal injury solicitor for your claim.
• We have an excellent track record –  Not only do we have the years of service to back us up, but also in this time, we have successfully secured compensation for thousands of personal injury victims. This includes those that have been seeking work-related asthma compensation.
• We always put our customers first – We believe this is what truly sets us apart from the crowd. Not only is this represented by our No Win, No Fee approach, but also the fact that we genuinely care about our clients and the bad experience they have been through. We want to secure the maximum occupational asthma payouts with each and every case, ensuring you get the justice you deserve. At the same time, we want you to focus on your recovery, so we aim to be as efficient as possible.

Start an asthma claim or get more information

We can give you the legal advice and guidance you need if you wish to make a claim for occupational asthma workers compensation. Our legal advice is provided at no charge and the number required is 0800 073 8804.

This line is open seven days a week, and you can reach someone from the hours of 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., so you can phone us at a time that is best for you. We also have a number of different ways you can contact us today. You can use the form on our homepage to request a callback, or you can talk to one of our agents via the live chat facility.

If you would prefer, you can also send an email to [email protected] or use the online contact form, and we will get back to you as quickly as possible.

Either way, you can be certain that all advice will be provided free of charge and that there is no obligation to use our service. However, we are sure you will want to pursue your claims. And we can give you the best chance of getting the full amount of compensation that you deserve.

Helpful links

We hope that you have found this guide useful in your quest to find more information about making a claim for occupational asthma. However, if you are seeking further details, the links below may be useful.

Accidents that happen at work

This is our complete guide on how to make a claim for an accident at work. This guide has been updated for 2018 and contains plenty of useful information regarding accidents in the workplace, including recording and reporting such incidents, as well as how long you have to make such a claim.

Asthma Information from the NHS

This link takes you to the NHS page on asthma. You will find plenty of information regarding this condition and whom it affects. This includes information on asthma attacks, as well as symptoms, causes, treatment, living with asthma, diagnosis, and much more.

What can cause asthma

This link takes you to the UK Government’s Health and Safety Executive website. Here you will find information regarding the different substances that can cause occupational asthma. This includes everything from carmine and egg proteins to papain and nickel sulphate.

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Occupational Asthma Compensation Claims FAQs

Can you sue for occupational asthma?

This is only possible if you can clearly prove the work environment as the cause of your asthma.

How do you prove occupational asthma?

This would require a medical examination from a doctor consisting of peak flow and blood tests.

Is occupational asthma a disability?

This isn’t a disability itself, but it could pave the way for you to suffer a disability.

Can I claim for industrial asthma?

Should your asthma be due to exposure to chemicals, you could make a claim.

What is the recommended remedy for occupational asthma?

Using bronchodilators, specific inhaled medicines, help to open the airways for those suffering from asthma.

What is an asthma cough like?

This is a cough that includes wheezing and whistling due to the airway being tightened.

Why have I suddenly developed asthma?

This could be due to infections, allergens or air pollution, with the symptoms starting to become common.

Does asthma worsen with age?

It can get harder to fight infections, as well as changes in moments of inflammation.

Thank you for reading our guide about occupational asthma compensation claims.

Have you suffered an injury or illness as a result of either an accident which was not your fault or through the negligence of someone else whilst on a package holiday? If so, you could be eligible to make a Thomson holiday claim with Legal Expert. Known today as TUI, Thomson is one of the longest operating package holiday companies in the UK.

When anything goes wrong with any of the individual parts of a package holiday you could find that you are eligible for a compensation settlement from the tour operator you booked your trip with. In any holiday accident or injury claim, you will have different rights, depending on how you booked and paid for your holiday, either booking everything together as a package holiday or organising the trip yourself.

At Legal Expert our team has successfully helped people to claim compensation for injuries and illness on a package holiday. Tour operator compensation claims can be relatively easy to conduct as there are several different sets of laws and regulations governing the provision of services, as well as legal precedents in others making similar claims. For instance, if you need to bring a Thomson holiday sickness claim, the 1992 Package Travel and Tour Regulations can help to support your claim. These and other regulations and laws also set out the duty of care which tour operators owe to customers travelling with them. If your TUI complaint involves negligence leading to your injury or illness, you should be able to seek damages for your injury or illness.

You can also make a TUI complaint or seek compensation if any part of the holiday you received did not meet your expectations or what you were sold. If part of your package, such as your flights, accommodation, transfers, or activities & excursions do not match what was advertised, you could be able to claim some compensation for this.

If you are considering making a TUI or Thomson holiday claim for anything which happened on your package holiday, contact Legal Expert today. You can find our contact details at the bottom of this article and in the header bar at the top of the page.

Read the rest of our guide below to find out what you could claim for and what your settlement could be worth.

A Guide To Thomsons Package Holiday Compensation Claims

In our guide below, we will look at how to make a successful Thomsons holiday claim for injuries, accidents and illness suffered whilst on a package holiday. We will show you the steps you need to take to do so and provide you with examples of how much a Thomson package holiday injury claim could be worth.

Package Holiday Accident Statistics

Each year, the UK’s Foreign & Commonwealth Office produces a report on how many British people have to visit a hospital for care whilst abroad. Figures for the year 2013/ 15 showed that 3,157 people had to be hospitalised. However, this does not take into account the much higher number of people who experienced a more minor injury or illness which did not require hospital care. In 2015 the Post Office carried out research which showed that up to 4.4m Britons had experienced some form of accident or injury whilst abroad.

If you have suffered any form of illness or injury as a result of an accident which was not your fault whilst on a package holiday you could be eligible to make a claim from the provider, such as making a Thomson holiday claim.

What Are The Most Common Package Holiday Accidents?

Below we first look at the most common types of accidents which can commonly happen to people whilst on any type of holiday. Any of these causes could lead to you either becoming ill or becoming injured and needing to make a claim for Thomson compensation for a bad holiday.

1. Thomson holiday food poisoning: eating food which has been improperly prepared or stored incorrectly and which causes you to be ill is one of the most common accidents leading to a compensation claim. Common destinations which could lead to a claimant needing to make a Thomson holiday sickness claim include Turkey and Spain in Europe, as well as long-haul destinations, such as Egypt and Mexico.
2. Slips, trips, and falls: these can happen anywhere and are one of the most common types of an accident leading to a personal injury claim, whether here in the UK or abroad on holiday.
3. Accidents in swimming pools and waterborne illnesses: these can happen in your hotel swimming pool. Common accidents are caused by slips and trips, cuts to the feet and other injuries caused by negligence on the part of the hotel/ swimming pool operator. Waterborne diseases can be acquired in swimming pools, as well as by drinking contaminated water (or other beverages with ice cubes in). As hygiene standards can vary, it can be advisable to check whether it is safe to drink the water in your destination. Even if your destination is at a higher risk of having poor quality water, you could still make a Thomson hotel accident claim if you became sick due to the water you drank. If you become ill you should collect as much evidence as possible whilst ill, as there may not be much evidence left after.
4. Road traffic accidents: if you suffer a road traffic accident when in an airport transfer booked as part of the package holiday, or in a hire car which was booked as part of your holiday and it is in any way substandard, you could be eligible to make a Thomson holidays compensation claim.
5. Sporting accident claims: activities such as skiing or water sports can be dangerous and if the provider has been negligent in any way you could suffer an accident or injury as a result.
6. Airline accidents: you could find that you are injured or become ill as a result of your flight. Common reasons for making a compensation claim could be injuries from falling overhead luggage or having hot food or drinks spilled on you by a member of the cabin crew.

If you have been injured as a result of any of these accidents, you could be entitled to make a Thomsons holiday claim. Contact us today to find out how much you could be entitled to.

What Are The Most Common Package Holiday Injuries?

Below are some of the most frequent types of injury that people experience whilst on a package holiday.

1. Soft tissue injuries, such as strains, sprains, and damage to the muscles and ligaments.
2. Sunburn and/ or heat stroke.
3. Electrical injuries caused by damaged electrical appliances.
4. Gastrointestinal illness.
5. Broken or fractured bones.

Any of the injuries listed above could lead you to make a Thomson holiday claim for compensation.

Tour Operators Duty Of Care

Accidents and injuries can happen at any point whilst on your holiday and if they were in any way caused by negligence on the part of your package holiday provider, you could be entitled to make a Thomson complaints compensation claim. Your package holiday provider owes you a duty of care under the 1992 Package Travel Regulations. This sets out the duty of care you and anyone you are travelling with is owed. If the type of holiday you booked falls under the legal definition of being a package holiday, you will be owed a duty of care. And thus can claim compensation.

Time Limits For Thomson Holiday Compensation Claims

Under the law in England and Wales claimants will typically have three years in which to make a personal injury claim. There are several times at which this three year period can begin. If your injury or illness became apparent at the time of the accident this will be the start of the three year period. However, if you do not find out until later, your claims period will begin at this point. This is known as the date of discovery. If the claimant is a child, claims (such as a Thomson package holiday injury claim) can be brought by an adult on their behalf until the child’s eighteenth birthday. They will then have three years in which to bring the claim themselves.it should be noted that compensation claim time limits can vary when abroad and if non-UK providers are involved in the claim. As such, we advise claimants to contact a solicitor or claims management service as soon as possible after the incident.

Hotel Accident Claims

Have you suffered a personal injury in a Thomson hotel? If so, you could be eligible to claim compensation. There are a variety of circumstances which could lead to you needing to make a Thomson hotel accident claim. Some of the most frequent of these are:

Accidents and injuries caused by faulty or broken furniture. A hotel will typically have a lot of furniture in both the room you are staying in, as well as public spaces. If not properly maintained furniture can become damages and dangerous and cause injuries.

Accidents and injuries in the swimming pool. These may be caused by people slipping on wet or damaged floors or if the pool and pool area have not been properly maintained.

Scalds and burns. You can make a claim for a personal injury in Thomson hotel if you were burned by hot foods or drink spilled on you by a member of staff, as well as in any other way where the hotel or hotel staff could be shown to be negligent.

Thomson holiday food poisoning could lead to illnesses ranging from the mild to the serious. Find out if you could make a claim by contacting us today.

Road Traffic Accidents On A Package Holiday

If you were injured in a road traffic accident which was not your fault you could be eligible to make a Thomson holiday personal injury claim. If the accident happened in a transfer or hire vehicle which was booked as part of your package and if you can show that the cause was negligence on the part of the package holiday provider or a member of their staff, you could be eligible to make a Thomsons holiday claim.

If your road traffic accident happened under other circumstances, such as a vehicle hired separately, your holiday provider may not be liable. However, the specialist team at Legal Expert could still help you.

Claim For Restaurant Accidents And Injuries

Thomson holiday sickness claims can be made for food poisoning and they are some of the most common types of injury claim we see. Food poisoning can have a number of causes such as foods and drinks which have not been cooked or stored in the correct way. It can also be caused by bacteria and other contaminants in both drinking water or swimming pools.

If you have developed the symptoms of food poisoning from either beverages or foods provided by your hotel (or another provider who is part of your package holiday) you could be entitled to make a Thomson holiday sickness claim. Package holiday providers always owe their guests a duty of care to ensure that foods and drinks provided are safe to consume. If you have suffered food poisoning, and need to make a Thomson’s holiday claim, talk to our team today.

What Evidence Do I Need To Collect To Make My Thomson Holiday Claim?

If you are ready to start making your Thomson holiday claim or Thomson compensation for a bad holiday there are steps which you should take before calling our specialist team. Before calling us, there are pieces of evidence which when collected could help make your claim run smoother. The first of these steps should be to seek out any medical care and attention necessary. Your health should always be your first concern and if you are not treated, you may become worse later. At the same time, being treated for your injuries or illness creates an official record of what has happened to you. This can be used later as evidence in your claim. If possible at the time of your accident you should photograph the surroundings, the cause of the accident, and your injuries. This creates a dated photographic record which we can also use in your claim. If anyone saw the accident or injury happen, you should try to get their contact details. They may be able to serve as a witness in your claim.

Your next step should be to contact Thomson via the TUI complaints email address to report what has happened to you. If you have travel insurance, you should also contact the provider to see if you can make a claim. Your final step should be to get in contact with the specialist team at Legal Expert to make a Thomson holiday claim.

What Can I Claim TUI Complaints Compensation For?

When you are making a TUI complaints compensation claim for an injury on holiday, you can claim for any of the following things.

• • General damages which are paid for the general pain and suffering which you experience.
  • The costs of any medical treatment and personal care that you need.
  • The cost of travel to any medical appointments or any other travel costs.
  • Loss of enjoyment on your holiday which was caused by you becoming injured or ill.

2022 Compensation Payouts For Thomson Package Holiday Injuries

As we mentioned in the section above, the portion of compensation you may receive in regards to the pain and suffering caused by your injuries is known as general damages.

There are no average payouts or set compensation bands we can provide to give you an idea of how much compensation you could receive in the event of a successful claim. This is because general damages are calculated depending on the unique circumstances of each claim.

However, the table below illustrates figures taken from the 2022 Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). The JCG helps legal professionals calculate what personal injury claims are worth by providing guideline compensation brackets, based on past claims that have gone to court.

However, you should note that these figures are only guidelines, and are by no means a guarantee of what you could receive. If you have evidence and would like to know more about compensation claims against Thomson holidays, why not contact our advisors today? They can answer any questions you may have and can also provide a free estimate of how much you could receive in the event of a successful claim.

How Do I Make A Thomson Holidays Complaint?

Making a tour operator compensation claim is easy to do when you work with Legal Expert. we have years of experience in helping people to get the maximum possible compensation settlement. Once you have collected any of the evidence indicated, you can contact us. We will start by offering you a free consultation in which we will discuss the circumstances of your accident and injury before advising you whether or no you have a viable compensation claim. We can then provide you with a solicitor who is experienced in claims such as Thomson holidays compensation claims.

No Win No Fee Thomson’s Package Holiday Claims

At Legal Expert we are able to offer clients making Thomson complaints compensation claims, what is called a no win, no fee agreement, also known as a CFA or Conditional Fee Agreement. Conditional fee agreements set out the terms and conditions under which the solicitor will provide their services to the claimant. The agreement will set out in detail what work the solicitor will carry out, and it will also set out how the solicitor will be paid if they successfully recover compensation for the claimant. It should also state that in the event of the Thomson holidays compensation claim being unsuccessful, the solicitor will not charge the claimant for any of their services. If you choose to work with Legal Expert to conduct your Thomson holiday sickness claim you will not have to make any upfront payments or any ongoing fees. No matter the outcome of your claim, you will never be left out of pocket.

Why Choose Legal Expert To Make Your Thompson’s Holiday Compensation Claim

We know that there are many different claims management services and solicitors in the UK who can help you with your Thomson holiday personal injury claim. However, you will find it difficult to find one which has the same level of expertise and experience as us and the solicitors we can provide you with. At the same time, we approach each and every case with compassion and can help you with your Thomson complaints compensation case, no matter your circumstances. We will always strive to win you the maximum amount of compensation possible and do the hard work for you so that you can concentrate on recovering.

Contact Us Today

You can contact our specialist team 24 hours a day, seven days a week to discuss any queries or questions which you may have. We can also address any concerns you may have about the personal injury claims process and how one of the personal injury solicitors we can provide you with can help. Calling us today doesn’t oblige you into using our services, but it can be the first step towards getting you the compensation you deserve. Call us today on 0800 073 8804 or send an email with the details of your claim to our team at [email protected].

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Virgin Holidays Compensation For A Package Holiday

If your package holiday was ruined in some way, either by the negligent actions of a member of staff or package holiday provider, a lack of hygiene at your hotel, improperly maintained facilities, or any other circumstances, you could be entitled to seek damages from the package holiday provider you booked with, such as Virgin Holidays. You can make a Virgin holidays compensation claim for any of the following circumstances;

1. Sickness caused by food poisoning or poor hygiene in your hotel or other facilities.
2. Accidents and injuries which lead to you suffering a personal injury.
3. Accidents, injuries, or illness caused by someone else’s negligence.

If your package holiday has been ruined due to any of these circumstances, one of the expert holiday injury solicitors which we can provide you could be able to help you make a compensation claim. Under the UK’s Package Holiday and Travel Regulations, you have the right to claim for any of the following types of compensation:

1. Loss of value, if the holiday you received was of a lower value than that which you paid for.
2. Any additional out-of-pocket costs, such as medical treatment.
3. Disappointment, inconvenience or loss of enjoyment.

When travelling on a package holiday, it is the responsibility of your package holiday provider (in this case Virgin Holidays) to ensure that you are provided with a holiday which matches what you have booked and paid for, and also have a duty of care to ensure your safety. If the holiday you received did not match what was advertised, or if the provider was negligent in their duty of care, you could make a Virgin holidays compensation claim.

To find out more about how to make a successful compensation claim, talk to the specialists at Legal Expert today. You can call or email our friendly team using the contact details listed below.

A Guide To Claiming Virgin Holiday Compensation

In our guide to making Virgin Holidays compensation claims below, we look at the best ways in which to go about making a successful compensation claim, the circumstances which may lead you to do so, and examples of what you may be able to include in your personal injury claim.

What Is A Package Holiday?

Under the relevant legislation, a package holiday is defined as one in which more than two of the different potential components of a holiday (listed below) were packaged together at the point of sale. For legal purposes and to make a Virgin Holidays compensation claim, package holidays need to include at least one overnight stay in accommodation and two (or more) of the different components of a package holiday below:

• The hotel or other accommodation.
• Transportation including (but not limited to) flights, Eurostar train services, or other transport.
• Inclusive meals, activities or entertainment which are determined to account for a significant enough portion of the cost of the package holiday.

There is a common misconception that if you put your holiday together yourself that it can not be considered a package holiday. However, even if you purchased the components via different accounts, if you booked and paid for these components (transport, accommodation, etc) at the same time, it could still be legally considered a package holiday. As such, even in those circumstances, you could take action, such as making a Virgin Holidays compensation claim. This can be the case whether you booked your holiday online or over the phone.

In our guide to using holiday injury lawyers below, we take you through the process of making a successful compensation claim, how the process works and what you could potentially be awarded. We also explain what no win, no fee claims are, and how this service can help you.

Common Accidents Which Happen On Holidays

Below are some of the most common forms of holiday accidents which can cause personal injuries and ultimately lead to action being taken against the holiday provider, such as making a complaint, or seeking Virgin Holidays compensation.

• Virgin Holidays food poisoning if you eat or drink foods or beverages which have been stored or cooked improperly, you could become ill and suffer the effects of food poisoning. Some of the most popular holiday destinations visited by Brits also commonly have cases of food poisoning among tourists. Short haul destinations include Spain and Turkey, whilst visitors to long-haul holidays to Mexico and Egypt can also become ill and need to make a Virgin Holidays food poisoning claim.
• Accidents leading to slips, trips, and falls: these types of accidents are one of the most frequent types of accidents which lead to people seeking holiday compensation for loss of enjoyment.
• Illness caused by waterborne diseases: these can be caught by drinking contaminated water or other drinks. They can also be caught by drinking beverages with ice cubes in. Whilst some destinations are known to have poor water quality, your holiday provider still has a duty of care to prevent you from becoming sick. Contact us to help you make a successful Virgin Holidays sickness claim.
• Accidents in swimming pools: there can be numerous causes of accidents and injuries in swimming pools. These can be caused by negligence on the part of the hotel. Failing to clean the water can lead to a variety of illnesses. The most common accidents around the pool are cuts to the feet as well as slips and falls due to poor or slippery flooring. Any of these can lead you to need to make a Virgin Holidays compensation claim.
• Car and vehicle accidents: you could suffer a vehicle accident whilst in a vehicle transferring you to or from your hotel or the airport. You could also be involved in an accident if a hire car booked as part of your package holiday had not been properly maintained.
• Accidents and injuries from sports and other activities: you may have booked activities such as water sports or skiing as part of your package holiday. These activities can be dangerous and could result in a variety of different injuries.

Any of the circumstances above could lead to you being injured and needing to make a compensation claim. Talk to our holiday injury lawyers today to find out whether you can make a claim.

Common Injuries Which Happen On Holidays

There are certain types of injuries which frequently happen to people whilst on holiday, no matter whether on a package holiday or one booked privately. These are listed below.

• Various soft tissue injuries such as sprains and strains, ligament and connective tissue injuries as well as muscular pain.
• Heatstroke and serious sunburns.
• Sickness and illness caused by food, beverages, or poor hygiene.
• Fractured or broken bones.
• Electric shock injuries.

Any of these injuries could range from the mild through to the very serious and could lead you to make a Virgin Holiday compensation claim, such as a Virgin Holidays sickness claim.

What Duty Of Care Or Liability Does Virgin Holidays Have To Customers?

A Virgin Holiday accident can happen at any point on your package holiday. The holiday provider you booked your package holiday with owes you a duty of care under the Package Travel Regulations act of 1992. This duty of care applies to all members of your party. The act sets out that the tour operator has a duty of care to ensure your health and safety whilst in the hotel, participating in activities, or otherwise engaged with parts of your package holiday. If you are injured or become ill whilst on a package holiday, it is important to find out where liability lies and who owed you a duty of care. Contact us today and find out if you could make a Virgin Holidays personal injury claim.

How Long Do I Have To Make My Compensation Claim?

When you are making any type of personal injury claim there are time limits within which to do so. With Virgin Holiday compensation claims, you have the standard three year claims time limit. Whilst accidents and injuries abroad can often have different compensation claim time limits, if your injuries, accident, or illness happened as a result of negligence on the part of your tour operator (or a service provider working for them), you can make a Virgin Holidays complaints. This is because as a UK based company, Virgin Holidays are subject to UK regulation and laws, even if the accident or injury took place outside the UK.

As compensation claims can sometimes be complex (depending on the nature and extent of your injuries), it is always a good idea to begin your claim as soon as possible after getting medical treatment.

Virgin Holiday Hotel Compensation

Your hotel should be a relaxing and restful environment. However it can also be the scene of your accident, injury or illness. Some of the most common causes of accident and injuries in hotels which you can claim compensation for include:

• Injuries caused by broken or faulty furniture and fittings. If furniture is not properly maintained it can break and cause injury.
• Swimming pool accidents. Swimming pools can be fun, but they can also be dangerous.
• Common accidents and injuries include slips, trips, and falls on the area around a swimming pool if wet or not properly maintained.
• Burns and scalds. Hot foods and drinks could be served in restaurants, bars, or your hotel room. If you were burned because your food or beverage was served too hot, or because a member of staff spilled it on you, you could make a claim.

Car Accidents And Injuries When Abroad

Was your injury caused by a road traffic accident which was not your fault? If so, you could be entitled to make a compensation claim. If your injuries were sustained in an accident occurring in transport booked as part of your package holiday (such as airport transfers, hire cars, or in other vehicles) you could bring the claim against the tour operator.

Virgin Holidays Food Poisoning Claims

You can claim for food poisoning which occurred due to foods or drinks which were provided in your hotel, on the aircraft, or which was provided by another service provider which was booked as part of your package holiday. There are a variety of different ways in which food poisoning can be contracted and can have different effects on you.

What Steps Should You Take After An Accident Or Injury On A Virgin Holiday?

When you are ready to begin your Virgin Holidays compensation claim there are several steps which taking before you contact our team will help to make your claim run much smoother. Before you contact a solicitor or claims management service you should collect some specific pieces of evidence, as well as taking some actions.

Your first step should always be getting any medical treatment you need. This could be visiting a doctor or hospital to treat your injury or illness. Recovering from your injury or illness should always be your first concern. At the same time, getting treatment will create an official record of your illness or injury. This can later be used in your claim as evidence of the nature and extent of your injury.

At the time of the accident, you should try to get photographs of the accident, your injuries and what caused it. Try to take photographs from several angles to get as much detail as possible. If there were any witnesses present you should talk to them as ask for their details. They may later be able to provide a statement supporting your version of events. It can also be a good idea for you to make notes as soon as possible after the accident or injury. At this point it will be freshest in your mind and you can include as much detail as possible.

After getting medical treatment one of your next steps should be to make a Virgin Holidays complaint to your package holiday provider, as well as notifying any travel insurance you have. You could be entitled to make a claim through your travel insurance and they, or the tour operator, may be able to provide you with immediate and in country assistance.

Your final step should then be to get in contact with a specialist personal injury claims service, such as Legal Expert. Our team will be on hand to advise you how best to start a claim.

What Can I Claim Virgin Package Holiday Compensation For?

There are several different things which you can include in any personal injury claim, such as a Virgin Holiday compensation claim. When making a Virgin package holiday injury claim using holiday compensation solicitors, you can claim for any of the following components:

• General damages. This is the part of your claim which is awarded for the injury or illness itself and the overall effect it has had on you, such a causing you pain and/ or suffering of some kind.
• Medical costs. This is a broad category and can include the costs of any medical treatment you have had to pay for (such as hospital or GP costs when abroad), as well as that of prescription medication.
• Care costs. This is awarded to cover the cost of any care you have had to have, or may require in the future, such a help around the home if you are no longer able to do things you could before.
• Travel costs. This can be especially pertinent for this suffering injury or illness abroad. If you have to travel in country to medical appointments, have had to pay to alter your return transport, or have had to pay additional travel costs when in the UK this can be claimed for.
• Loss of enjoyment. This category is much more subjective than the previous categories. You can not claim compensation if your holiday did match what was paid for, but if you simply did not enjoy it.

Virgin Holiday Compensation Claim Calculator

Whilst there are a variety of different injuries and illnesses which you may experience on holiday and need to make a virgin Holidays compensation claim for, some are more prevalent than others. As such, in the compensation table below we have included examples of some of the most frequent injuries and illnesses which people make Virgin Holiday compensation claims for. If the injury or illness you experienced does not appear here please do not worry. Our solicitors have experiences in a very wide range of different claims and can still help you.

How To Begin A Virgin Holidays Compensation Claim

It is easy to start a Virgin holidays compensation claim with Legal Expert. Our first step will be to discuss what injuries or illness you suffered and what the overall effect of your Virgin Holiday accident has been on you. Talking through what has happened to you, and how it happened will enable us to determine whether or not you could successfully claim compensation. If you choose to work with our team we can help to organise things such as an independent medical report and even offer you a no win no fee agreement.

No Win No Fee Virgin Holiday Compensation Claims

The personal injury solicitors who we can provide you with can do so under a no win, no fee basis. Under conditional fee agreements, or CFA’s as they are also known, you will never have to pay a fee for bringing your claim. And will also not have to pay any fees if we can not successfully recover your settlement. Unlike engaging a solicitor on a usual, hourly rate, working with us through a CFA contract means that you only pay if your claim is successful. We do not charge upfront fees or ongoing costs during your claim. All of this means that thanks to our no win, no fee agreements, you will never be left out of pocket.

Why Use Us To Manage Your Claim?

Across the UK there are many different personal injury solicitors and claims management services who you could choose to work with. However whilst there are many different services across the UK, it is difficult to find one who is as experienced in making package holiday accident and injury claims. We have many years of experience and numerous customers who we have successfully helped. At Legal Expert, we are reliable, honest and have a professional team who can help you in successfully making a claim with a personal injury solicitor. We will conduct your claim in as smooth and an effective way as possible. Make your Virgin Holidays compensation claim with us.

Contact Legal Expert Today

At Legal Expert our teams are on hand 24 hours a day, seven days a week to answer your calls queries and questions as well as being there to help you start your Virgin Holidays Compensation claim. You can contact any time of the day or night to start your claim by calling our friendly team on 0800 073 8804. We will be able to provide a brief assessment of whether or not we think you have grounds for a package holiday compensation claim and discuss how we can provide you with a holiday injury solicitor. Working with our teams ensures that you will have the best team behind you.

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If you have suffered an accident, injury, or illness whilst on a package holiday booked through EasyJet, you could be entitled to make a tour operator compensation claim. At Legal Expert we can help people make an EasyJet compensation claim if they have suffered as a result of an accident which was not their fault on a package holiday booked through the company.

When you book a package holiday are you planning to have an exciting, interesting, or relaxing time with family or friends. No one who has booked a package holiday is expecting to suffer an injury, illness, or the results of an accident whilst abroad. However, these circumstances can happen and if your accident or injury was caused by negligence, you could be entitled to make an EasyJet holidays compensation claim.

How Much Could Your EasyJet Compensation Claim Be Worth?

All tour operators in the UK have a duty of care to provide their customers and the people they travel with a safe holiday. If any tour operator has been negligent in some way and you have been injured or made ill because of this, you could be eligible to make an EasyJet compensation claim.

As well as being able to claim for injury or illness on your holiday, you can also make an EasyJet package holiday claim if you did not get the holiday that you had expected or paid for. Aside from being able to claim compensation for accidents or injuries, you could also be able to get a refund according to the Package Travel Regulations, 1992. Under UK laws, you are entitled to get the holiday which you booked and paid for. The holiday you take, such as the flights, accommodation and other parts of the package, should match what was advertised in the brochure.

If you have suffered as a result of negligence whilst on a package holiday, you could be entitled to make a package holiday illness claim. Contact us today on 0800 073 8804 to find out how Legal Expert can help you to get the compensation that you could be owed. Read our guide below to find out how to make a successful claim.

A Guide To Making An EasyJet Compensation Claim

In the guide below we look at package holiday and tour operator compensation claims made against providers such as EasyJet. The first thing we need to establish is, what an EasyJet package holiday is and how you can make an EasyJet compensation claim.

According to UK law, package holidays are defined as ones which include the combination (or packaging) or two or more of the components listed below at the time of sale. It can also include packages which are sold together at a set or inclusive price. The package will need to cover a holiday period over a day (24 hours) and/ or includes accommodation over one or more nights. The overall individual components which you could make an EasyJet package holidays compensation claim for include:

• Your accommodation.
• Flights, Eurostar trains, transfers, or other transport.
• Other services (such as inclusive entertainment or meals) which make up a large enough part of the total package/ costs.

You should note that even if you bought the different parts of your holiday through different accounts, it could still be considered to be a ‘package holiday’. You can also make an EasyJet package holiday compensation claim if you booked the trip online. If you booked and paid for your flights, hotel (or other accommodation) or entertainment and excursions via the internet at the same time, this may still be considered a package. In the rest of the guide below, we will look at where liability lies in tour operator compensation claims, and how to make a successful EasyJet Holidays compensation claim. We will also show how using a no win, no fee solicitor can help relieve any financial pressures you may be experiencing.

What Injuries Commonly Happen On A Package Holiday?

Some of the most common types of injuries that people suffer when on a package holiday leading to making an EasyJet compensation claim include the following:

• Slips, trips, and falls leading to a variety of soft tissue or more serious injuries.
• Sunburns and heatstroke
• Whiplash injuries caused by road traffic accidents.
• Gastrointestinal distress, caused by a variety of different circumstances.
• General broken bones and soft tissue injuries.

What Accidents Commonly Happen On A Package Holiday?

Below are several of the most frequent causes and types of accidents which lead to injuries when on a holiday, leading to claiming EasyJet holidays compensation. These are:

• Injuries from sports and sporting activities, such as watersports or when skiing.
• Road traffic accidents caused by problems with rental cars, or with airport transfers.
• Illness (similar to food poisoning) acquired in swimming pools or in your hotel.
• Accidents or injuries on boating excursions booked as part of your package holiday.
• Injuries on other excursions.
• Food poisoning in your hotel.
• Slips and trips, or falls.

Liability And Duty Of Care In EasyJet Holidays Compensation Claims

When you buy a package holiday from a tour operator, the purchase acts as a contract between the tour operator and the customer(s). This contract obliges the package holiday provider/ tour operator or organising company with a duty of care to the customer(s)/ traveller(s). This agreement means that the tour company has obligations set out under the 1992 Package Holiday And Tour Regulations. What this means for you as a customer is that you could be able to seek compensation from EasyJet if the tour operator has not carried out the agreed contract as set out. You can make a claim for EasyJet package holiday compensation no matter whether the negligence was the fault of the tour operator directly (in this case EasyJet), or any of their suppliers. This negligence can be seen to break the contract entered into by the two sides.

However, there are circumstances in which the tour operator may not be liable. To find out whether you can make a package holiday claim for EasyJet compensation, talk to Legal Expert today.

EasyJet Package Holiday Compensation For Hotel Accidents And Injuries

There are a variety of common accident and injuries which can happen in a hotel whilst on a package holiday. Below are some of the most common accidents and injuries which can happen in a hotel.

1. Furniture accidents and injuries: hotels have lots of furniture in your room and public areas of the hotel. Over time, items of furniture can often become damaged or weakened. This may lead to them breaking. Common injuries include sprains, strains, and even fractures.
2. Swimming pool accidents: swimming pools may not be properly maintained or may not have an attendant or lifeguard. Injuries can also happen if people slip or fall over on wet floors around the swimming pool.
3. Slips, trips, and falls: there are many things which can lead to slips, trips, and falls. These could include damaged flooring, wet floors can also be a common cause of people falling over. Injuries can range from the mild to the severe.
4. Burn injuries: people could be burnt with hot food and drinks, electrical items in your room, such as an iron. Burns can also be caused by showers being far hotter than expected.
5. Physical assaults: it is not a nice thought to have, but tourists can be more vulnerable to assaults and thefts as well as other types of attack. In the worst of cases, people may suffer serious injuries. If you were assaulted by a member of staff, the hotel can be found to be negligent in their duty of care to keep you safe.
6. Foodborne illnesses: if you have suffered food poisoning you could be eligible to make an EasyJet sickness claim. Food poisoning can be extremely serious and the effects of it may last after you return from your trip. To find out if you can make an EasyJet sickness claim, contact our team today.

When making an EasyJet compensation claim for accidents or injuries in a hotel booked as part of your package deal, it should be noted that the hotel in question could be a partner with EasyJet. This should still not affect your ability to make a claim.

What Steps Should I Take To Start My Tour Operator Compensation Claim?

When you are ready to begin your EasyJet holiday illness compensation claim, there are several steps that you should take before you give our team a call. You should try to gather as much evidence of your accident, injury or illness as possible.

The first step which you should after an injury or when ill, whether in the UK or abroad, is to get any medical attention that you need. This will serve several purposes. Whilst it will ensure that you are looking after your health, seeking medical treatment will also mean that you have an official record of your injuries or illness. When visiting a doctor or hospital, you should ask the practitioner for a copy of your medical report. This can be used as evidence in your claim. If you have to pay for any medical expenses, you should obtain and keep receipts for this. This is because you could be entitled to claim for these medical costs as part of your EasyJet holidays complaint and compensation claim.

Next, you should contact both your travel insurance provider and EasyJet customer service to report what has happened to you to both parties. As well as notifying the companies, this also serves as further evidence which can be used to support your claim.

If you can, it is always a good idea to take photos of the site of any accidents, as well as any injuries. Try to take photographs from as many angles as possible to get as much of the scene as you can.

Did anyone witness the accident or injury take place? If so, take down their contact information as they could serve as a witness for your compensation claim.

Finally, after taking these steps you should contact a holiday injury lawyer to start your compensation claim. When you contact our team we will talk through some of the circumstances around your EasyJet compensation claim, such as what happened to you and what the effect has been. If necessary, we will also be able to organise an independent medical exam to build on the medical evidence you have.

What Can I Include In My EasyJet Holiday Compensation Claim?

If you have suffered an injury, accident, or illness whilst on a package holiday operated by a provider such as EasyJet, there are several things which you could claim compensation for. Your personal injury claim can include the following:

General damages: these are awarded for the actual injury (or illness) suffered and the effect this has had on you, and your quality of life.
Medical costs: if you have had to pay for any medical treatment or medication, either abroad or back in the UK, you could be able to claim these expenses. This could also include the cost of future medical care or care at home if needed.
Travel costs: this could include having to return to the UK or travel to medical appointments and treatments.
Loss of earnings: whilst you will have taken time off work for your holiday, if you have had to take additional time off due to your injury, or your earnings have otherwise been affected you could claim compensation for this.
Loss of enjoyment: if your accident, illness, or injury caused you to lose the enjoyment of part or all of your holiday, this can also be factored into your compensation claim.

All of these components can be added together to calculate your final settlement. In the section below, we will look at the how much settlements for different injuries can be. For further information on damages, contact our holiday injury solicitors today.

EasyJet Package Holiday Compensation Claim Calculator

In the table below we have included some of the most common types of accident and injury which are included in package holiday accident and illness claims. The figures provided here are illustrative and are taken from the 2018 Judicial College guidelines

If your injury type is not listed here please do not worry. The table only includes some of the most common tour operator compensation claims which we see. There are many other circumstances under which a claim can be made.

How To Start My EasyJet Compensation Claim

The best way to start any type of personal injury claim is by contacting a specialist claims management service, such as Legal Expert. we can provide our customers with expert holiday injury lawyers who can secure the best settlements in their tour operator legal claim.

No Win No Fee Package Holiday With EasyJet Compensation Claims

Whilst customers choose to work with Legal Expert for a variety of reasons, our ability to offer a no win, no fee agreements. No win no fee contracts mean that you will only have to pay for your personal injury solicitors services in the event of a win. At the start of your claim, and whilst it is being carried out, you will not be charged a penny. And, what’s more, if your claim is not successful you will not have to pay at all. If you are awarded a settlement, your solicitors’ fee can typically be taken from this amount. No matter what happens to your claim, if you are using a no win, no fee personal injury solicitor you will never be left out of pocket. Use our no win, no fee service to make your EasyJet compensation claim today.

Why Choose Legal Expert As Your Claims Management Service

When it comes to making a personal injury claim and using a solicitor we know you have lots of different options on the market. That is why we offer a package which combines our no win, no fee services with solicitors who have years of experience in helping people make similar package holiday injury claims. Our expert team understands that you may be facing a difficult time and our aim is always to make the process of getting compensation as hassle-free as possible for you. By taking the pressure off you, we hope you have the time and space to start making a recovery.

Contact Our Team Today

Are you ready to make an EasyJet compensation claim, or do you need a bit more information? No matter whether you are ready to make a claim, you can contact our team today. Call us on 0800 073 8804, or send us an email with the details of your claim to [email protected] . You can also view our other contact details here.

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Last updated 15th July 2025 by Jade. Welcome to our holiday accident claims guide. Have you been injured whilst on a package holiday? If so, this guide will provide you with vital information. 

We first explain when someone could be eligible to claim compensation after an accident on holiday. We also look at some examples of the types of accidents that could happen and how the tour operator could be at fault. 

Furthermore, we look at the holiday injury claims time limit and what evidence can be collected to best support your case. 

To conclude this guide, we discuss how compensation will be calculated if you are successful with your case, and what the benefits are of No Win No Fee holiday claims. 

To speak with an advisor directly about your situation, you can contact us today for free:

• Phone our team on 0800 073 8804
• Use our claim online form to send a message to our team.
• Or talk to us using the live chat below.

What Are Holiday Accident Claims?

Holiday accident claims could be made for any injuries that have been suffered while on holiday.

Many third parties will owe you a duty of care whilst you are on holiday that relates to your safety, their quality of work and services. If one of these third parties breached their duty of care and this caused you to suffer an injury, you could be eligible to make a compensation claim.

Usually, your personal injury claim will need to be made in the country where your accident occurred. Due to this, your case will be subject to the laws of that particular country and the compensation you could receive may differ to claims being made in England.

However, if you travelled on a package holiday you may be able to make your claim in the UK, as established by The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. Under this legislation, holiday providers are held accountable should one of their customers suffer an injury or illness (such as food poisoning) due to them being negligent. You are owed a duty of care for your reasonable safety when you book a package holiday under components of the package, such as the hotel you are staying at.

In order to have a valid claim under this legislation, you must demonstrate:

• The tour operator owed you a duty of care at the place and time of your accident.
• This duty was breached.
• Your injuries were caused by this breach.

Contact our advisors today to see whether you could make your claim in the UK if you have been injured in an accident abroad.

What Accidents Could Lead To A Holiday Accident Claim?

There are various different accidents that could occur while on a holiday. For example, this could include the following:

• The hotel fails to put out a wet floor sign in the reception area after mopping. This causes you to slip and fall and suffer a leg injury.
• The handrails for the stairs in the hotel are faulty, causing you to fall and suffer a head injury.
• A swimming pool accident could occur if the tiling around the pool at your hotel was loose or broken, causing you to trip and suffer a shoulder injury.

How Long Do I Have To Claim Holiday Accident Compensation?

When making a personal injury claim in the UK,  the limitation period in which you have to begin the claiming process is 3 years from the accident date. This is established in the Limitation Act 1980.

However, if your child was injured while on holiday, they would not be able to start a claim until their 18th birthday. Alternatively, you could apply to be a litigation friend and claim on their behalf prior to this date.

Additionally, you could claim on behalf of someone lacking the mental capacity to make their own claim as a litigation friend. The claimant would only be able to make their own claim and have the time limit reinstated if they regained this mental capacity.

If you are making your claim in the country where you have been injured, how long you have to begin the claiming process will depend on the country’s laws.

Contact our advisors today with any questions regarding the time limit for holiday accident claims.

What Should I Do If I’ve Been Injured Abroad?

If you have been injured in an accident while on holiday you will need evidence that proves what injuries you suffered and who was at fault for them.

Examples of evidence that could prove useful for holiday accident claims include:

• Correspondence between yourself and the holiday provider, e.g. an official complaint letter and their response.
• Medical evidence of your injuries. such as your medical records that also detail what treatments you received upon returning to the UK.
• Photographs of your injuries and the accident site.
• Contact details of anyone who saw your accident happen. They could be contacted for a statement at a later date.

One of our solicitors could help you with gathering this and any additional evidence you may need to support your claim. Contact our advisors today to see if you would be eligible to work with them.

Can I Claim If I’ve Been Injured When On Holiday In The UK?

If you have been injured in a holiday within the UK, such as at a caravan park, you could still be able to make a personal injury claim.

You will still need to prove that someone owed you a duty of care at the time and place of your accident and that your injuries were suffered because they breached this duty.

Our team could help with holiday accident claims for injuries sustained in the UK. Contact us to learn more.

How Much Holiday Accident Compensation Could I Receive?

For eligible holiday accident claims made in the UK, the compensation that is awarded could consist of two heads of loss.

The first is known as general damages. It is awarded for all successful cases and compensates you for your injuries and the suffering they have caused you. This includes both psychological and physical injuries.

When estimating what general damages you could be owed, the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) may be referred to for guidance. The JCG contains guideline amounts of compensation for different types of injury. We have used some of these guidelines in the table below.

Please note that the JCG only applies to claims made in England or Wales. Additionally, the first entry has not been taken from the JCG.

Can I Claim For Loss of Earnings In A Holiday Accident Compensation Claim?

The secondary head of loss you could receive is special damages. This compensates you for the associated costs caused by your injuries. Some examples could include:

• Loss of earnings if you have to take time off work to recover from your injury.
• The costs of transport and travel. This may include getting to and from medical appointments and even the cost of getting back to the UK if you have to return early.
• Care costs.
• Medical expenses if you had to pay for any treatment while abroad on holiday.

You will need evidence to claim for loss of earnings or any other types of special damages. This may include providing copies of your bank statement, wage slips or invoices for care.

Contact an advisor today to learn more about how compensation for holiday accident claims are valued.

How Long Will My Holiday Accident Claim Take?

The time that holiday injury claims can take to conclude depends on multiple factors, such as:

• How long it takes for all of the evidence to be gathered.
• How quickly third parties respond to correspondence.
• Whether court proceedings are needed or not.
• How severe your injuries are.
• How long your estimated recovery period is.
• The complexity of the case.
• How long negotiations take.

Therefore, there is no set time frame to how long your claim could take, as all holiday accident claims are unique.

Holiday injury claims may take a little longer than a standard personal injury claim to conclude, as there are different regulations to consider. However, our holiday accident claims solicitors will use their years of experience and work tirelessly to ensure that you get the compensation you’re entitled to as soon as possible. They’ll ensure that the claims process is as quick as can be and keep you updated throughout every stage of the claims process.

So, to see if you can receive help from our specialist solicitors and begin your holiday accident claim today, please contact us. We can give you a free case assessment.

What Are No Win No Fee Holiday Accident Claims?

If you have been injured whilst on holiday you could make a personal injury claim with one of our No Win No Fee solicitors.

By offering you a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), your solicitor will not charge you for their services prior to the claim starting, while it is ongoing or if it ends unsuccessful.

Should the claim succeed they will take a success fee from you. This success fee is a percentage limited by the law that is taken out of your compensation.

If you have any questions regarding the holiday accident claims process, or to see if one of our solicitors could help you, contact our advisors:

• Call one of our advisors on 0800 073 8804
• Send us a message using our claim online form.
• Speak to us using the live chat below.

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You can learn more about personal injury claims in our related guides below:

• If you have been injured in a skiing accident, find out how to claim compensation in this guide.
• Learn more about holiday excursion injury claims in this guide.
• Find out how to make a cruise ship accident claim in this guide.
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• Airtours holiday accident compensation guide
• Alitalia flight personal injury claims
• American Airlines flight personal injury claims
• Holiday accident claims in Australia
• Barbados holiday accident claims
• Barcelona holiday accident claims
• Benidorm holiday accident claims
• Blue Air flight personal injury claims
• Booking.com personal injury claims

These resources may help if you have suffered an injury abroad:

• Find out how to apply for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) in this NHS guide.
• You can find up to date foreign travel advice from the government at this resource.
• Learn when you should provide first aid with this NHS resource.

Thank you for reading our guide to holiday accident claims. For further information on the claims process or to start your claim, contact our team.

Have you experienced an accident that was not your fault on a Jet2 Holiday? If the accident resulted in you becoming ill or injured you could be entitled to claim Jet2 holiday compensation from your tour provider. Trust Legal Expert to help you make a Jet2 compensation for bad holiday claim, Jet2 holiday sickness claim or claim Jet2 Holiday compensation for a personal injury. We are an experienced personal injury law firm, whose solicitors have an excellent track record of winning compensation for our clients, for injuries they experienced on package holidays. We offer a free legal consultation for potential claimants of package holiday compensation claimants.

Call us today on 0800 073 8804 to speak to one of our friendly and knowledgeable advisors. We will advise you on whether or not you have legitimate grounds to make a Jet2 Holidays compensation claim, estimate how much compensation you can claim and if you wish to proceed, we will find an expert personal injury solicitor to handle your claim. You will also have the option of making a no win no fee claim for compensation too.

If you have had a Jet2 Holidays accident you could make a Jet2 holiday sickness claim, Jet2 holiday food poisoning or a Jet2 package holiday injury claim. Don’t delay, call Legal Expert today to see how much compensation you could be owed.

A Guide To Claiming Compensation For A Jet2 Package Holiday

If you have experienced an injury whilst on an overseas package holiday you have the right to make a compensation claim, if the accident was not your fault. The Package Travel, Package Holiday, and Package Tour Regulations of 1992 state that if you are injured on a package holiday abroad and the tour operator has liability, you are entitled to claim compensation for your injuries from the tour operator.

By liability we mean that the tour operator acted negligently (for example ignoring a health and safety hazard), which caused you to experience an accident, leading to an injury or illness. For a holiday to count as a package holiday you have to have booked at least two of these services via the same tour operator: accommodation, transport, or another service not related to accommodation or transport.

Jet2 Holidays is a popular package holiday provider in Britain and also specialises in all inclusive holiday deals and last minute package holiday deals. If you have experienced an accident that was not your fault while on a Jet2 Holidays package holiday overseas, you could be entitled to claim thousands of pounds in Jet2 holidays compensation. Call Legal Expert’s team today to talk about your Jet2 holiday complaint and see if you could make a claim for Jet2 compensation.

Which Accidents Most Frequently Happen On A Package Holiday?

Holidays take place in an unfamiliar environment where we often take part in activities we wouldn’t choose to take part in at home. As holidaymakers we rely on tour providers to keep us safe when we are boarding their flights, eating at their restaurants or taking part in activities that they have organised.

Hotel related accidents that occur on a package holiday include wet flooring causing slip, trip and fall accidents, swimming pool accidents and food poisoning from a hotel buffet or restaurant. Holidaymakers can also be injured on hotel organised activities such as during excursions, watersports such as jet skiing, swimming or rock climbing accidents. Some holidaymakers also hire a rental car through their tour operator and road traffic accidents can be caused by a defective or substandard rental car. If you have been injured in any of these common package holiday accidents, or any other type of accident during a Jet2 Holiday you could claim compensation for your injuries. Contact the team at Legal Expert to see if you are owed Jet2 compensation.

What Duty Of Care Do Tour Operators Owe Holidaymakers?

If you book a package holiday through a tour operator, the Package Travel, Package Holiday, and Package Tour Regulations of 1992 state that they owe you a duty of care as a customer. When you book your package holiday through Jet2holidays or elsewhere, you will have to sign a contract which states what responsibility they owe you as a tour operator.

The tour operator accepts liability for your health and safety on the trip, if any of the tour operator’s suppliers break the contract they have with the tour operator, the tour operator will accept liability. How is liability established? For a tour operator to be liable for a customer’s injuries, they have to have committed an act of negligence or failed to provide a holidaymaker with a safe environment.

For example, if a holidaymaker experiences a slip, trip, and fall accident because a broken railing collapsed beneath their weight, the tour operator is liable. If a holidaymaker falls on the stairs, but the stairs and railings of the hotel are found to meet proper health and safety regulations and it was an unfortunate but unavoidable accident, the tour operator will not be liable for the holidaymakers’ injuries.

Is There A Time Limit For Making My Jet2 Compensation Claim?

If you experience a Jet2 Holidays accident, which causes you to become injured or ill, you will have 3 years from the date of the accident or you realised that you had been harmed to make your claim for Jet2 compensation.

If your accident happened when you were on a flight purchased through Jet2 Holidays, to or from your holiday destination and the United Kingdom you will have 2 years from the incident taking place, or becoming injured, in which to make your Jet2 package holiday injury claim. To talk about the possibility of making a Jet2 package holiday injury claim call Legal Expert for your free legal consultation.

Can I Claim Compensation For An Accident In A Hotel?

Legal Expert has plenty of experience helping clients make tour operator compensation claims for injuries they experienced whilst staying in a hotel. If you have been injured in a hotel that you booked through Jet2 Holidays, you could be entitled to make a Jet2 holidays compensation claim.

Most hotels are run to a high standard. However, hotels are busy places, providing multiple services to their guests. If safety hazards are ignored, or any processes within the hotel are run negligently, this can cause guests or staff to experience accidents, making them injured or ill as a result. For example, if a swimming pool is not attended by a lifeguard and proper pool safety regulations are not followed, accidents and injuries can take place. If the swimming pool is not treated with chlorine, this can also lead to guests catching water-borne illnesses.

Inside the hotel, there are also potential hazards. Guests can be hurt by faulty gym equipment. If spills are not immediately cleaned up in restaurant or lobby areas, slip, trip, and fall accidents can happen. If food and drink are not prepared according to proper standards of food hygiene, guests can experience Jet2 Holiday food poisoning incidents at hotel bars, restaurants, and buffets. If you have experienced an injury or illness at a hotel in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you could be entitled to claim Jet2 holiday compensation.

Package Holiday Road Traffic Accident Claim

If you have been involved in a road traffic accident on holiday, while travelling on public transport, using a bicycle, or as a pedestrian, you could be entitled to claim compensation. Motorists have a duty of care over other road users, so if you are involved in a road traffic accident on holiday that was not your fault, you could be entitled to claim compensation. The 4th EU Motor Directive of 2003 states that all cars have to be registered on a centralised database, meaning that if you are injured in a road traffic accident in an EU country, the car and its owner should be easy to trace. If the car in untraceable, you will be able to claim compensation for road traffic accidents from the Motor Insurance Bureau.

Restaurant Accidents And Injury Compensation Claims

If food is not prepared properly according to food hygiene regulations, or out of date food is served this can cause guests to become ill with food poisoning. In addition to this, in some popular tourist destinations such as the Balearic Islands, the tap water is not safe to drink untreated, so washing salad in tap water or serving drinks with ice made from tap water can lead to guests becoming ill. If you have suffered Jet2 holiday food poisoning while eating at a hotel restaurant, buffet or drinking at a hotel bar, you could be entitled to claim for Jet2 holiday food poisoning compensation. Call Legal Expert today to talk about your experience and discuss the possibility of claim Jet2 compensation for food poisoning today.

What Evidence Will Support My Jet2 Holiday Claim?

The recommendations below is advice on how to collect evidence to support your Jet2 Claims for compensation, if you are involved in an accident that was not your fault while you were on a jet2 Holidays package holiday. It goes without saying that if you are seriously injured or ill, you should seek immediate medical assistance.

If you experience an accident that was not your fault when you are on a Jet2 holiday, which results in you becoming injured or ill, there are some steps you can take to gather evidence which will help to support your Jet2 holiday compensation claim. We have listed these steps below:

• Take photos: If you are able to take photographs of the hazard that caused your injury, or photographs of the injury itself, this can serve as visual evidence to support your Jet2 package holiday injury claim. Include a date stamp if possible.
• Jet2 holiday complaints: If you are injured or made ill due to an accident that happened on a Jet2 Holidays package holiday that was not your fault, make sure you make a Jet2 holiday complaint and report your injury to the tour operator. Be sure that they record your injury accurately.
• See a doctor: As we have said, it is important to see a doctor, or for more serious complaints go to an Accident and Emergency department of the nearest hospital, if you are seriously injured or ill. When you are being treated the doctor will write a medical report which will be an account of your injuries, how long it may take you to recover and what medical treatment you will need. The medical report will help your personal injury solicitor determine how much much compensation you should be entitled to claim and will also serve as evidence of the pain and suffering you experienced due to your injuries.
• Keep all of your receipts: You should keep the receipts or records of all your expenses associated with your injury, including medical costs, the cost of medication, transport costs and the record of any loss of income you experienced, if your injuries caused you to take time off work.

Compensation Claims Against Jet2 For Injuries

Compensation payouts for personal injury claims can vary depending on a number of factors, and it can be split into two heads of claim: general damages, and special damages.

General damages is the portion of your compensation award that covers your injuries, and how they affect you in your day-to-day life. For example, if you suffer a permanent leg injury that affects your mobility, employability, and quality of life, this may draw a higher general damages award than that of a simple leg fracture with a quick recovery.

However, due to the differences between claims, there is no average Jet2 compensation and as such, it can be hard to get an idea of what your award could potentially look like. However, by using the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), we have created a compensation calculator table to help you get a view of what you could receive in the event of a successful personal injury claim.

The second head of your claim is known as special damages. Not everyone is eligible to claim under this, as special damages aims to provide compensation for any financial losses you may have incurred as a direct result of your injuries. For example:

• Lost earnings
• Domestic help
• Childcare expenses
• Travel costs to and from hospital appointments
• Home adjustments, such as a stairlift or a wheelchair ramp

In the event of any potential Jet2 accidents, we recommend you contact our team of expert advisors. They can give you more information on compensation, the claims process, and what to do next.

How To Start Your Tour Operator Compensation Claim

Legal Expert today offers a free legal consultation to all potential clients interested in making a tour operator compensation claim. Call us today and we will let you know if your Jet2 package holiday injury claim is legitimate, estimate how much compensation you could claim and refer you to a personal injury solicitor who will get started with your tour operator compensation claim right away.

No Win No Fee Package Holiday Compensation Claims

Legal Expert offers all of our clients the option to make a no win no fee Jet2 compensation claim. What is a no win no fee claim? A no win no fee personal injury claim means that you will only have to pay your solicitors fees if you win your personal injury claim. There is no upfront fee or ongoing fee, so for many of our clients, it is the more affordable way to claim For many claimants this is the more affordable option for claiming Jet2 Holidays compensation. What’s more, because you pay the solicitor’s fee if you win, there is no financial risk to you. Call Legal Expert to inquire about making a no win no fee compensation claim. We’re looking forward to hearing from you today.

Why Choose Legal Expert To Make Your Jet2 Holiday Compensation Claim

If you have been injured or made ill because of an accident that was not your fault, when travelling on a Jet2 Holidays package holiday, we would love to help you claim for compensation. We are Legal Expert, a well respected personal injury solicitor’s firm with years of experience helping claimants such as yourself claim compensation for accidents on package holidays.

Whether you have experienced a road traffic accident, excursion accident, an incident of food poisoning, a slip, trip and fall accident, an accident in a restaurant or hotel, or an adventure sports accident – if Jet2 Holidays or another tour operator is liable, we would love to help you make a claim for Jet2 compensation, or compensation from the other tour operator.

Some of our clients make successful compensation claims worth tens of thousands of pounds. Call Legal Expert today for your free consultation. If you have a legitimate Jet2 holidays compensation claim to make, we will estimate how much compensation you could be entitled to and will provide you with a solicitor right away. Don’t delay, call us today to see how much compensation you could be owed.

Useful Links:

A Guide To How Much Compensation You Could Claim For A Slip, Trip, And Fall Injury
Find out how much compensation you could get for a slip, trip injury in our comprehensive guide.

How Much Compensation Can I Claim For A Car Accident?
Find out more about making a car accident compensation claim.

If you have suffered an injury, illness or problem that has spoilt the enjoyment of your holiday then you may be able to claim damages. If your package holiday was booked with the tour operator Kuoni then you could make a Kuoni compensation claim. Unfortunately, although millions of people enjoy trouble free holidays every year, the unlucky few may become involved in accidents or experience food poisoning or a fall whilst they are enjoying themselves. If you are one of the unfortunate ones and have been injured through no fault of your own then you deserve to be compensated for the suffering you have experienced.

Legal Expert is here to help. We want to make life easier for you, so our friendly and compassionate team will do our best to make your claiming experience as hassle free as possible. We are available throughout the process to answer your questions and queries. Read our guide to learn more about claiming Kuoni holiday compensation and if you would like to proceed or have any further questions then call us today for your free, no obligation consultation on 0800 073 8804.

A Guide To Claiming Kuoni Compensation For Holiday Complaints

If you have suffered an injury, problem or illness whilst on holiday abroad you may be wondering whether you are eligible to seek a Kuoni Holidays compensation claim. The answer to this depends on whether you bought a package holiday through a UK tour operator. The way to establish whether or not your trip could be classed as a package holiday is if two of the following parts of your holiday were bought at an inclusive price, and the trip lasted at least overnight.

• Travel and transfers
• Accommodation
• Other services such as excursions.

If this is the case and you were travelling as part of a package holiday then you could be able to claim as such. If you chose your own transport and accommodation or services, as long as they were paid for together this could also be classed as a pre-booked package holiday and may still be eligible. In order to make more sense of these complicated definitions, call Legal Expert today where a member of our friendly team will be able to explain to you in more detail what the definition of a package holiday is and if your trip would be classified as a package holiday or otherwise. The first conversation you have with us is free and there is no obligation. Our number is 0800 073 8804.

The Most Common Accidents To Claim Compensation From Kuoni

There are an infinite number of accidents that could occur whilst you’re on holiday. It could be something that happens on the flight, the transfer, whilst in your hotel, around the hotel swimming pool or even whilst out on excursions arranged by the tour operator. However the most common accidents leading to Kuoni holiday compensation include:

• Injuries caused whilst doing sporting activities such as skiing or water sports.
• Accidents that happen whilst in a rental car due to road conditions, unfamiliarity with the car or driving on the other side of the road, or caused by a fault with the car you have hired.
• If the hygiene levels in the hotel are poor this could lead to illness. Areas such as swimming pools, gyms and restaurants can be breeding grounds for pathogenic germs if they are not cleaned and monitored carefully.
• Many accidents occur on boats. Tourists usually travel on boats as part of an excursion. If this excursion was arranged by Kuoni then you might be able to go ahead with a personal injury claim against them.
• Any other type of accidents or injuries which occur whilst on an excursion arranged by Kuoni may also be claimable for.
• If food is not stored correctly, used after the expiry date or not cooked to the correct temperature then food poisoning can occur. Hotel buffets are particularly hazardous as food can be left there uneaten for a long time, allowing bacteria to multiply. Whilst it is the responsibility of the hotel to ensure food safety, this is not always done properly.
• If you are injured while you are travelling on coaches abroad, perhaps during the transfer to the hotel or whilst out on an excursion then you may be able to make a claim.
• Accidents around swimming pools are rife due to slippery surfaces, build up of bacteria in the swimming pool water or sharp items underneath the surface of the water leading to lacerations of the skin.
• Slips trips and falls can occur anywhere that the floor is wet or slippery or there are objects left lying around in the way of people’s movement. Bathrooms, hotel lobbies and swimming pool areas can be particularly hazardous if warning signs are not put up, spillages are not cleaned up or floors are not dried following cleaning.

The Most Common Injuries To Claim Compensation From Kuoni

The most common incidents leading to Kuoni holiday illness compensation claims include fractured bones, cuts and bruises, food poisoning and upset stomachs.

• Taking part in water sports and skiing is particularly dangerous and can lead to broken bones, torn ligaments and damaged cartilage.
• Road traffic accidents sufferers often have similar types of injuries but can also suffer from whiplash as well as head and back injuries.
• Gastrointestinal illnesses frequently occur due to substandard hygiene levels in hotels and restaurants. This can result from food poisoning from food which has not been prepared or stored correctly or from drinking water or swimming pool water that is harbouring dangerous bacteria.
• Slips trips and falls can result in minor cuts and bruises or more serious injuries such as fractured bones and back injuries.

It is also sadly possible that these incidents can even lead to death. In this situation, bereaved families seek compensation for the distress they have experienced and will continue to experience, loss of income from the person who was died and funeral costs. In this scenario, families are experiencing extreme sadness and trauma. Although they wish to make a claim it can just add to the stress. This is why choosing Legal Expert is a great idea as our helpful and compassionate team will do everything they can to make your claim as straightforward and stress-free as possible during a difficult time.

Does Kuoni Owe Travellers And Customers A Duty Of Care?

As a package tour operator, Kuoni does owe it’s travellers and customers a duty of care according to the Package travel, Package holidays and Package tour Regulations 1992. Under this legislation, Kuoni is legally obliged to ensure that its customers are safe abroad. Its responsibilities extend to the hotels, flight operators and transfer operators that it works with. Therefore if you become ill or injured as a result of hotel or transport provider negligence then you can claim compensation from Kuonias the tour operator. Legal claims can only be made if fault can be proven so as a claimant you need to be meticulous in your evidence gathering and contact a solicitor as soon as possible after the incident has happened.

Personal Injury Claim Time Limits Explained

There is a standard time limit of three years from the date of the incident for claimants. However we strongly advise that you contact a holiday injury solicitor as soon as possible after the incident has happened. This is to enable you to gather evidence to strengthen your claim. Whilst you still have evidence of your injuries you will be advised to have a medical examination so that these injuries can be clearly documented by a healthcare professional. Taking action early also means that you will have a better chance of gathering witness statements from anybody who saw the incident happened. We understand that when accidents happen abroad it can be very stressful and you wish to spend your time recovering, however, in order to make the Kuoni compensation claim that you deserve and are entitled to, we strongly suggest taking action quickly.

Kuoni Hotel Accident Holiday Compensation Claims

There is a lot of potential for accidents to happen in a hotel whilst on holiday. If you were involved in an incident that was not your fault and the hotel can be shown to be negligent then you can make a Kuoni compensation claim. Slips trips and falls are common in hotels where floors may be slippery because they have not been dried properly after cleaning or because something has been spilt and not cleaned up properly. Swimming pool areas and bathrooms also pose slipping risks.

Hotel restaurants can cause illness if food is not properly stored or prepared. Build up of bacteria, particularly on hotel buffets can lead to food poisoning which in some cases will be mild but in others can be much more serious. If you experience illness as a result of a hotel restaurant then you could make a Kuoni sickness claim.

Other hazards which could occur in a hotel can include defective furniture, loose handrails and uneven floors which can lead to falls or injury. Hotel gyms and swimming pools can also prove hazardous if equipment is faulty or poorly maintained or if bacteria is not kept to a minimum. If you are harmed in a hotel whilst on a package holiday then we strongly advise that you speak to Kuoni customer service and then find a holiday injury lawyer.

Road Traffic Accidents And Injuries When Abroad

If you have been injured in a road traffic accident whilst on holiday then you may be able to make a Kuoni compensation claim. You can make a claim in instances where you were the driver or passenger of a car or a passenger on public transport, a pedestrian or even if you were riding a bicycle or motorcycle. As long as you can prove that it was the negligence of another person that caused the accident you may be able to make a Kuoni compensation claim.

The 4th EU motor directive 2003 has made it much easier to claim now that all European cars are listed in one place. There is a database that makes it easy to identify a car after an accident. If a driver does not have valid insurance then you can still make a claim because the Motor Insurers Bureau was set up to pay compensation to victims.

Kuoni Holiday Illness Compensation Claims

Food poisoning is a common reason for Kuoni holiday compensation.Food poisoning can be very painful and upsetting and whilst most cases are mild and resolve on their own, others may require hospital treatment if there are complications. You may also contract stomach upsets from waterborne bacteria in swimming pools, ice cubes or drinks. These can also have unpleasant side effects. If you have suffered illness as a result of food poisoning or other types of bacteria on holiday then speak to a personal injury solicitor at Legal Expert to begin your claim today.

What Steps Should You Take If You Are Involved In An Accident On A Package Holiday?

If you experience an injury or illness on your holiday then you will need to make a Kuoni holiday complaint to your tour operator. Access Kuoni complaints advice from the rep at the resort or from the head office. You should also let your travel insurer know. It is really important that you have a medical assessment as soon as possible in order to ensure that a healthcare professional has made a full record of your injuries. You also need to make detailed notes about the circumstances of what has happened, take pictures if possible and gather witness statements and details from anybody who may have seen the accident happened. The more information you gather at this stage, the more it will strengthen your case when you come to making your Kuoni compensation claim.

What Can Be Claimed For After An Accident Or Injury On A Package Holiday?

If you have suffered an injury then you may be able to claim Kuoni compensation for pain and suffering. The amount you receive will depend on the severity of your injury and whether or not the after effect will be long term. In addition to pain and suffering you can also claim for any out of pocket expenses you have incurred since the incident. This can include medical expenses and travel expenses for which you will need receipts. If your injury means you are unable to work for any period of time then you can claim for loss of earnings as well as any future loss of earnings if your injury means that you can no longer do your job or your chances of promotion will have been compromised. If you are injured whilst on holiday you can also claim for loss of enjoyment due to a spoiled holiday. If when you return home you require help around the house then the person who has been caring for you may be entitled to claim care costs as well.

Kuoni Holiday Accident And Injury Compensation Calculator

Every incident is different and although we cannot give you an accurate estimate without knowing the full details of your case, this table gives a breakdown of the average payout received depending on the severity of injury and duration of pain and suffering. If you would like more details about what Kuoni compensation for holiday injuries you could claim then please speak to Legal Expert today. Our knowledgeable team will be able to offer you more information and answer your queries.

How To Begin A Package Holiday Accident Or Injury Claim

If after reading our guide you have decided that you would like to pursue a claim against Kuoni then you simply need to give us a call and we will do the rest of the work for you. You will have a free initial consultation to discuss the process and then we will allocate a specialist holiday injury solicitor to you. We will ask you questions about your incident and your solicitor may arrange for you to have a medical examination in order to gather all the evidence they need to strengthen your case. Your claim is safe in our hands.

No Win No Fee Kuoni Holiday Compensation Claims

No win no fee removes all the financial worries that would otherwise be involved in claiming damages. Also known as a conditional fee agreement, no win no fee means that you won’t pay us a penny up front. If you are successful in your claim then our fee will be taken out of your final payout. If for any reason you are unsuccessful then you don’t owe us a penny. Legal Expert have no hidden costs or charges for you to worry about so you can make your claim confident in the knowledge that you will bear no financial burden.

Why Choose Us As Your Claims Management Service?

Once you begin to search for a personal injury lawyer you will realise that there are many companies out there. We believe that Legal Expert stand out as the best option. As well as having many years experience in the field of holiday accident claims we go the extra mile. We really care about our clients and offer a compassionate approach. We understand that this is a difficult time for you and we do everything we can to make the process less stressful. We seek the maximum compensation in the minimum amount of time. If you’re still unsure then why not give us a call today and we’ll explain why we are the best firm you will find.

Talk To Us Today

As soon as you are ready to begin your Kuoni compensation claim then you just need to give us a call. Phone us on 0800 073 8804 and speak to one of our friendly and helpful advisors who will explain the process to you. They will also be happy to answer any queries you have. You can also get in touch via our website where you will find a contact form or an online chat feature.

Useful Links

Slip and Fall Guide to Claiming

Specific advice concerning slips etc abroad can be found in the guide above.

NHS – Poisoning (Food) advice

Read above for advice should you be suffering or have suffered food poisoning.

Other Guides That May Help

• • Holiday Accident Claims
  • Torremolinos Holiday Accident Claims Guide
  • Italian Hotel Injury Claims Guide
  • Romania Car Accident Claims Guide
  • Greece Car Accident Claims Guide

If you have been injured on holiday in Formentera, this is a guide to making a holiday accident claim for accidents, illness and injuries.

It gives advice on what to do to deal with your emergency while you are on holiday in Formentera, as well as information on what to do to make sure you have the best chance of claiming holiday compensation when you return to the UK.

A Guide to Accident Claims in Formentera

This guide to making holiday accident claims in Formentera is aimed at people who have become the victim of an accident, suffered an injury, or became ill while they are on holiday.

Almost 28% of all the tourists who visit Formentera each year, are from the UK. Making it one of the most popular parts of Spain for UK visitors. For the vast majority of these holidaymakers, Formentera is a safe place to enjoy some summer sun, and they return home to the UK safely at the end of a lovely holiday. Unfortunately, there is a minority that have the opposite experience. They become the victim of an accident, sustain an injury or become ill while they are on holiday in Formentera, ruing the whole experience. This guide will help these people to firstly, deal with the emergency as it happens and secondly, to do everything possible to make sure they have the best chance of winning any holiday compensation claim they wish to make when they return home to the UK. This guide contains information such as:

• All of the things you can do, both while you are still on holiday in Formentera, and when you get home to the UK, to make sure that if you decide to claim holiday compensation for an accident, injury or illness that happened in Formentera, you will have the best chance of winning your claim.
• Information on how you can contact all of the emergency services in Formentera to deal with your emerging emergency. You will find phone numbers for each service, as well as a contact number for the British Embassy that covers the Formentera area.
• Details of what you have to do to gain access to healthcare services in Formentera so that you can receive medical attention for your injury or illness.
• An overview of the time-limits that are in place with regards to how long UK holidaymakers have to make a compensation claim for an accident, illness or injury, once they return home to the UK.
• An explanation of how UK package holiday companies are governed by specific legislation that is in place to protect UK consumers.
• Details about the kinds of holiday accident, injury and illness claims that Legal Expert can help UK holidaymakers with. We also give an overview of how our No Win No Fee holiday compensation claims service works.

Legal Expert has over 30-years of experience in dealing with complex holiday compensation claims on behalf of our clients. We believe our No Win No Fee claims service provides the simplest, most effective and risk-free solution for claiming compensation for accidents, injuries and illnesses that happen while people are on holiday in Formentera.

What you should do following an Accident or Injury in Formentera

For people who become the victims of accidents abroad international personal injury claims go much smoother if they have taken steps to make sure they have prepared to make a compensation claim. If you suffer an injury abroad what to do may not be entirely apparent. The steps below will help you make sure you have done everything possible to prepare for a holiday compensation claim for an accident, injury or illness that occurred while you were on vacation in Formentera. There are steps you can take while you are still on holiday, and steps you can take when you return home to the UK.

Steps to take in Formentera while you are still on holiday:

If you booked your holiday in Formentera through a UK based travel company, then you need to inform them that you have been involved in an accident, suffered an injury, or become ill while in Formentera. Make sure that you write down the name of the person you speak to, either the local travel rep or the customer service person you speak to on the telephone. Ask if there is a unique reference number for the report and write this down too.

If you intend to claim for any medical or travel costs against your insurance, then contact your insurance firm and let them know in advance.

If you were involved in an accident such as a car or motorcycle crash while you are on holiday in Formentera, then make sure the police know about the incident, even if they do not attend the scene of the accident. Be sure to write down the names of any police officers who deal with your case, and also ask them for the case number and write it down.

Be sure to receive adequate professional medical treatment for your injury or illness while you are still on holiday in Formentera. Make sure that you write down the names of the doctors who administer the treatment. You can also ask for a copy of your medical file when you leave the hospital.

Steps to take in the UK when you return home from your holiday in Formentera:

• Visit your GP or local hospital to have your illness or injury checked over. This will perform to functions; firstly, to make sure the medical treatment you received while you were on holiday in Formentera was sufficient, and secondly, to make sure that the injury or illness is now recorded within the National Health Service (NHS).
• If you had previously reported the accident, illness or injury to the travel company while you were on holiday in Formentera, then make a call to follow up on the incident, and check they have all the facts straight.
• If you have been claiming for private medical care from your insurance company, contact them to let them know you are now back home, and there will be no further overseas medical bills to pay.
• Contact Legal Expert on the number at the bottom of this page, to find out how our No Win No Fee claims service can help you to claim compensation for an illness, injury or accident that occurred while you were on holiday in Formentera.

The two links below have far more detailed information on a) how to claim compensation for accidents that happened overseas and b) specific information on claiming against a UK based travel company:

How to claim for an accident that happened abroad

Emergency Contacts in Formentera Following an Accident

Although you can’t begin making your personal injury claim abroad, you will need to return to the UK first. But you will need to be able to deal with the emergency while you are still in Formentera. Below you will find all of the contact numbers for the emergency services in Formentera, as well as for the closest British Consulate in case you need assistance from the UK Government while you are on holiday.

• Emergency Services – 112 – you will be asked which service you wish to contact.
• Medical Centre in la Savina: 971 32 16 80.
• Medical Centre in Sant Francesc Xavier.
• Medical Centre in Sant Ferran.
• Local Police: 092/ +34 971 32 20 87.
• Civil Guard: +34 971 32 20 22.
• Fire service: 092/112.
• Formentera Hospital: +34 971 32 12 12.
• British Consulate Ibiza – +34 93 366 6200.

These numbers above will help you carry out some of the key steps in ensuring you have done everything possible to give you the best chance of claiming holiday compensation. Such as:

• Informing the police of an accident.
• Notifying your insurance firm.
• Receiving proper medical treatment.
• Informing your package holiday company.

Healthcare and Medical Treatment Following an Accident in Formentera

If you have been unlucky enough to contract a Balearic Islands holiday illness, you will need to know how to gain access to healthcare services so that you can get medical treatment while you are on holiday in Formentera.

The good news is, that the UK has a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Spain under the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) scheme. As long as you have on you, a valid EHIC, then you can get medical treatment in Formentera for free, exactly the same as if you were a Spanish citizen. However, EHIC doesn’t cover every single medical cost you could encounter in Formentera. For example, it won’t cover the cost of medical repatriation, and it won’t cover the cost of ongoing outpatient treatment.

If you didn’t take your EHIC with you to Formentera, or you have lost it, then you can call +44 191 218 1999 and speak to the Department of Health Overseas Healthcare, to get a temporary card. Anybody can apply for an EHIC, and at the links below you will find instruction on how to do that and also how to download the EHIC app:

Apply for the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)

Time Limits for Compensation Claims in The Balearic Islands

There are time-limits set on how long you have to make holiday compensation claims once you return back to the UK. You will find the details of these time-limits in the table below:

Package Holiday Accident Claims in Formentera

If you have become the victim of a package holiday accident while on holiday in Formentera, then the good news is, there is a much better chance of winning a holiday compensation payment. This is because all UK package holiday and tour companies, that sell holidays to UK consumers, are governed by the Package Holidays, Package Travel and Package Tours Regulations 1992. If you booked your package holiday with one of the travel firms on the list below, then you are likely protected by this legal framework:

• MyTravel
• Olympic Holidays
• Royal Caribbean
• Saga Holidays
• Thomas Cook Holidays
• Thomson Holidays
• Virgin Holidays
• Airtours Holidays
• Balkan Holidays
• Crystal Holidays
• Direct Holidays
• First Choice Holidays
• Kuoni
• Libra Holidays
• Monarch Holidays

Call Legal Expert on the number at the bottom of this page, to find out how we can help you claim holiday compensation for an accident, illness or injury that occurred while you were on holiday in Formentera.

Formentera Personal Injury Holiday Claims Legal Expert Can Help With

Legal Expert can help with a very wide range of holiday compensation cases, from a Spain swim tour injury Formentera to lethal road traffic accidents. We have a proven track record in winning the maximum amount of compensation possible for our clients, in holiday claim cases such as:

• Food-related illness due to bad hotel hygiene.
• Falls from a hotel balcony.
• Boating accidents.
• Carbon monoxide poisoning due to bad hotel room ventilation.
• Injuries caused by collapsing furniture.
• Accidents that happen on day trips and excursions.
• Injuries caused by faulty room fittings.
• Sporting and activity accidents.
• Slips, trips and falls.
• Accidents that happen in the swimming pool or pool area.
• Accidents caused by faulty exercise equipment in the hotel gym.

This is not a full list of the types of hotel compensation claims we make for our clients. If your specific situation doesn’t fit on this list, then call us on the number at the bottom of this page to discuss your case further.

Hotel Holiday Compensation Claims

The most common reason we see UK holidaymakers pursue personal injury holiday claims is due to accidents that happen at their hotel in Formentera. There are numerous ways that accidents can happen in a hotel, including:

Accidents in the hotel swimming pool due to poor maintenance of insufficient qualified supervision.

Accidents in the gym due to poorly maintained exercise equipment or of insufficient qualified supervision.

Slips, trips are falls on wet, dirty or faulty flooring.

Injuries caused by faulty room fittings such as an electric shock from a damaged light switch.

Falls for a hotel balcony, due to the balcony being too low, or broken.

These are just some of the ways that accidents can happen in a hotel, there are more. Call Legal Expert on the number at the bottom of this page to find out how we can help you claim holiday compensation for an injury caused by an accident in your hotel while on holiday in Formentera.

Accidents, Injury and Illness at Unprepared Hotels

If we examine Formentera holiday accidents statistics, we find that most of the accidents in hotels occur in the high season. At this time of the year, hotel staff are often overworked, and health and safety issues can be overlooked.

For example, there may be an insufficient number of pool attendants or gym instructors to cover the high number of residents, and this can lead to accidents. No hotel is perfect in this respect, as every hotel in Formentera attempts to employ the least number of staff possible. At busy times, this policy can lead to residents coming to harm.

Restaurant Illness, Accident or Food Poisoning Claims

Food-related illness is common in UK holidaymakers visiting Formentera. UK citizens just don’t have the natural immunity to local bacteria the same way the residents do. Even the tap water can be dangerous in Formentera. Some of the more common ways food-related illnesses are caused are:

• Undercooked food, especially meat.
• Food prepared in an unhygienic kitchen.
• Food that has been reheated and served.
• Food this been left sitting on the buffet table for too long.
• Food that has been stored at the wrong temperature.

If you begin to feel nauseous, have stomach cramps or a fever while you are on holiday in Formentera, see medical attention, you may have food poisoning or another food-related illness.

Slips, Trips and Falls

When we look at the most common types of accident abroad solicitors agree that slips, trips and falls are the single type of holiday accidents in Formentera that they see much more often than any other. There are so many ways a slip, trip or fall can happen while on holiday, such as:

• Slipping in the pool area due to wet tiles.
• Tripping on a torn carpet.
• Falling down a badly lit staircase.
• Tripping while getting on or off hotel provided transport such as shuttle buses and taxis.
• Tripping over obstructions left on public walkways.

If you have suffered a slip, trip or fall while on holiday in Formentera, contact Legal Expert on the number at the bottom of this page, so we can help you claim holiday compensation.

Water Sports and Activity Claims

One of the main attractions for people going on holiday from the UK to Formentera each year is the number of excellent water sports and other activities they can enjoy. Unfortunately, not every operator of these types of activities operates to UK health and safety standards, and this can lead to injuries. Sporting activities such as those listed below are especially risky:

• Riding a jet ski.
• Riding on a banana surf boat.
• Doing a bungee jump.
• Riding a zip line.
• Surfing and bodyboarding.

If you were injured while undertaking any sporting activity while on holiday in Formentera, then contact Legal Expert so we can help you claim the compensation you are entitled to.

Formentera Hire Car Accident Compensation

If you have been in a road traffic accident while on holiday in Formentera, you should be able to claim car accident compensation. If the accident was caused by a fault with a hire car, you can also claim against the car hire company. If you have been involved in a car or motorcycle accident on holiday, there are two things you must do to have the best chance of claiming compensation when you get back to the UK. Firstly, you need to make sure the police are aware of the accident and have recorded the incident. Secondly, you need to inform your hire care company that the accident took place.

Driving in Spain is less safe than the UK, especially in areas such as the island of Formentera, where many of the smaller roads are in bad repair or are only dirt or shingle roads.

Do I Need to Use a Spanish Lawyer for My Claim?

There is no benefit at all in using a local Spanish solicitor to make a claim if you have been the victim of an accident, suffered an injury, or become ill while you are on holiday in Formentera.

The No Win No Fee holiday claims service operated by Legal Expert in the UK is the simplest, most effective and financially risk-free way to make a holiday compensation claim against overseas holiday companies.

No Win No Fee Accident Abroad Solicitors

If you have become ill, suffered an injury, or been the victim of an accident while you were on holiday in Formentera, Legal Expert can help you make a compensation claim under a No Win No Fee agreement.

Under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA) like this, you don’t pay anything to begin your case, and you don’t pay ongoing legal fees. You only pay us if we claim holiday compensation on your behalf. And if we don’t you don’t pay us anything. So this is a financially risk-free way to claim Formentera holiday compensation.

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Start Your Claim

If you are ready to begin your claim for an accident, injury or illness that occurred while you were on holiday in Formentera, then call Legal Expert on 0800 073 8804. We will take the details of your case, then offer you some free legal advice on what to do next.

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When you go on a Thomas Cook holiday it is an exciting time and is supposed to be enjoyable. However, if something goes wrong whilst you’re away such as being involved in an accident and getting injured, or becoming ill, it can totally ruin the whole holiday and possibly cause continued health problems long after you return home.

If your injury or illness was result of your tour operator’s negligence, then you may be entitled to make a Thomas Cook package holiday injury claim. In order to have the best chance for a successful claim, it may be a good idea to get advice from a personal injury claims firm like ours. Legal Expert has been dealing with Thomas Cook holidays compensation claims for many years and could help you to get the compensation you deserve, just call us on Freephone 0800 073 8804. Please read on for more information about tour operator compensation claims.

A guide to Thomas Cook package holiday compensation claims

A package holiday means that there is a combination of at least two services provided by a tour operator and they sold at an inclusive price it needs to cover a longer period than 24 hours and include an overnight stay in arranged accommodation. At least two of the following three services must be included:

1. Transportation i.e. flights and flight transfers, ferry crossings etc.
2. Arranged accommodation
3. Other services offered by the tour operator that takes up a significant amount of the package such as car hire, food and drink etc.

However, if you have paid with separate accounts for the different parts of the holiday, it can still be called a package, and it is also still classed as a package if you have chosen the accommodation and flights, as long as they are all paid at the same time. The ‘fine print’ regarding package holidays can be a bit confusing, so please ring us for more information if you need to.

So, basically, package holidays contain just the one contract, covering all of the required travel arrangements and this is made clear on the confirmation document. Under the Package Travel Regulations, package holidays by law are required to be financially protected.

If you have been on a package holiday with Thomas Cook, and you have been injured or became ill and it wasn’t your fault, not only will your holiday be ruined, but potentially it could have a lasting effect on your life. Regardless of whether your injury or illness was minor or very severe, you have the right to seek compensation for your pain and suffering and also for any financial losses. Legal Expert can help you to do this and this guide has been put together to answer some of the initial questions you may have about Thomas Cook holidays compensation claims.

What are the leading types of accidents on a package holiday?

There are lots of different potential accidents that occur when on a package holiday, but some of the most common are:

• Accidents in the swimming pool
• Boating accidents
• Sporting activity injuries such as skiing or any watersports.
• Road accidents abroad including the use of faulty hire vehicles.
• Food poisoning due to poor hygiene or improperly prepared and cooked food.
• Illness due to substandard hotel hygiene.
• Injuries sustained while on excursions whilst abroad.
• Coach or foreign transport accidents causing injury.
• Injuries due to slip, trip and fall hazards within the hotel that have not been appropriately dealt with.

If you have had a different accident to what is listed above that was not your fault, you are still able to make a compensation claim.

What are the leading types of injuries on a package holiday?

In relation to the most common types of accidents above, the most common types of injuries on a package holiday are:

• Food poisoning
• Sickness and diarrhoea
• Bruising, minor to severe
• Cuts and grazes
• Fractured or broken bones, minor to severe
• Concussion
• Back, neck and spinal cord injuries
• Water borne illness
• Drowning
• In extreme severe cases, death

If you or a loved one have suffered any of the injuries mentioned or any other injury that wasn’t your fault whilst on you package holiday, contact us today so that we can help you make your Thomas Cook holiday claims to get you the compensation you deserve.

What duty of care does Thomas Cook owe me as a holidaymaker?

When you pay for a package holiday with Thomas Cook, you are in effect entering a contract with them. The agreement will outline the duties and obligations of Thomas Cook as your tour operator and will also show, in accordance with the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tour Regulations 1992, further duties and requirements that they need to fulfil as their duty of care to you.

Generally speaking, Thomas Cook is required to fulfil their duty as set out in the agreement, and if any of their suppliers of service such as the hotels or travel companies, break their contract, then Thomas Cook would be liable to pay their customer Compensation.

However, there are exceptions to the rule and liability is not always certain. Before they can be found liable, it has to be proven that they were at fault .

If you are unsure if Thomas Cook is liable for your accident, illness or injury, feel free to contact us for help and advice on this matter.

How long does Thomas Cook compensation take to be settled?

If you or a loved one has been injured or become ill due to the negligence of Thomas Cook, then you may be looking to begin a Thomas Cook holiday personal injury claim for compensation against them. In order to do this, the claim needs to be launched within three years of your injury or illness occurring.

Each and every compensation claim will be different due to differing circumstances, severity of the injuries or illness and the impact on the claimant’s life, both in their physical and mental health and also their finances. Some cases may also be more complex due to the nature of what happened and how easy or hard it is to prove liability, and so depending on your individual circumstances and the complexity of your case, your claim could be settled in a reasonable length of time, or may it may take longer until it reaches a conclusion.

Thomas Cook hotel compensation claims

As your package holiday tour operators, Thomas Cook have a duty of care to ensure the hotels that they use are of a good standard in health and safety and that will provide a safe environment for the holiday makers. However, accidents can and do still happen unfortunately and sometimes they can be due to negligence. Such accidents may include:

• Slip, trip and fall accidents – If floor areas in the hotel are left wet, they will be slippery and without any appropriate warnings signs could cause someone to slip and fall, sustaining an injury. Areas should be kept clear of clutter and flooring coverings installed and maintained correctly to prevent a trip hazard.
• Swimming pool accidents – Safety signs such as water depth, or diving restriction signs if shallow etc should be present. The water should be clean and have the correct level of cleaning chemicals, not too little or too much. The swimming pool itself and the surrounding area should be well maintained to prevent any sharp or rough areas that could cause cuts or grazes.
• Food poisoning due to improper storage of food, poorly prepared and cooked food and poor hygiene.
• Water-borne illnesses.

Thomas Cook hotel accident claims may be made if someone is injured or becomes ill whilst at the hotel if it can be proven that Thomas Cook were at fault.

If you have sustained a personal injury in a Thomas Cook hotel, contact us at Legal Expert and we will endeavour to help you.

Road traffic and car accidents which happen on a package holiday

It may be possible that you will be eligible to make a Thomas Cook holiday accident claim if you were involved in a road traffic accident that was not your fault. The term ‘road traffic accident’ includes cars, motorbikes, buses and public transport, pedestrians and cyclists. As long as you can prove you are not to blame, then you should be able to make Thomas Cook holiday claims.
Thanks to the 4th EU Motor Directive 2003, in Europe, is now much easier as it dictates that all European cars have to be listed on a database so that it makes it easier to find cars after an accident.

However, you can still make a claim, if the car cannot be traced. Similarly, this would be the case if the other person did not have insurance. Under these types of circumstances, the compensation will be paid for by ‘The Motor Insurers’ Bureau .

If you’re uncertain of your eligibility, give us a call and one of our specialist Thomas Cook holiday personal injury solicitors will do their best to help you.

Thomas Cook food poisoning in a restaurant

One of the most common injuries or illnesses to be sustained whilst in a hotel on holiday, is food poisoning.

Due to poor hygiene conditions, improperly stored, prepared and cooked food, food poisoning can be a big problem when on holiday.

If you became ill whilst on holiday and it wasn’t your fault, then give us a call at Legal Expert and we can help you to launch your claim.

What can I do to support my Thomas Cook personal injury claim?

There are a number of things that you can do to gather evidence that will be supportive of your claim. These are:

• Medical report – Firstly, make sure to see a medical professional to assess the severity of your injury and prescribe the appropriate treatment. Not only is this important to do for your health’s sake, but also to give you documented evidence of your injury.
• Photos – If possible, take photos of where your accident occurred, and of your injury to give visual proof of your pain and suffering.
• Accident book – If Thomas Cook or the hotel have an accident book, make sure it is recorded and also ask for a copy.
• Witnesses – Make sure to get the contact details for anyone who may have witnessed your accident. Witness statements are really powerful in strengthening your case.
• Write everything down – Write down everything that you can remember that may have to do with your injury or illness. For example, if you have suffered food poisoning, write down everything you had eaten in the 24 hours prior to becoming ill.

What can I claim compensation for from Thomas Cook?

There are number of things that you should include when making Thomas Cook holiday claims. These include:

• General Damages – These refer to the physical and psychological pain and suffering you have endured after being injured whilst on holiday.
• Medical Expenses – Any extra medical expenses that you have had to pay out as a direct result of your injury, can be included in your claim.
• Travel Expenses – Travel expenses that are because of your injury need to be included.
• Loss of earnings / benefits – Any financial losses incurred as a direct result of your injury can be claimed for.
• Care Claim – If someone has had to take time off of work, or time away from their own life to look after you because of your injury, they can file a claim alongside yours.
• Holidays claims – Compensation for lack of enjoyment because of your injury should be included also.

Thomas Cook compensation claims calculator

Due to there being so many variables in Thomas Cook compensation for bad holiday claims, we are unable to give you a definitive answer to the question ‘How much compensation will I receive?’. However, we have produced a table that shows the compensation payout amounts on average for some of the injuries common to happening whilst on holiday.

Don’t forget, your compensation claim won’t just be for your injury alone, but also for the way it has impacted your life, and so the amounts in the table won’t be a true reflection of what you personally may be awarded.

How do I start my Thomas Cook personal injury claim?

If you believe that you are entitled to claim compensation from Thomas Cook because of sustaining as injury whilst on holiday, then all you need to do is call us at Legal Expert. When we answer your call, we will offer you a free, no obligation, consultancy session. During this session, you are free to ask lots of questions regarding the whole claiming process, and we will also use this time to establish whether you have a legitimate case. We may also offer a free local medical if we believe it could strengthen your case.

Once we are satisfied that you are eligible to make a claims, and you are happy for us to represent you on a No Win No Fee basis, then we can start to put your claim in motion to get you the compensation you deserve.

No Win No Fee package holiday compensation

At Legal Expert, our personal injury claims solicitors work on a No Win No Fee basis. Simply put, this means that if we do not win your case for you, you are not required to pay us anything.

In the majority of cases where we do win, you will be expected to pay our legal expenses, but this will be as a small percentage out of your claim award. Therefore, you do not need to pay any fees upfront or during the claiming process. We work this way to give everyone, including those whose finances aren’t great, a chance to claim for the compensation that they are rightfully entitled to.

With our No Win No Fee policy, there is no financial risk for our clients, but if they were to go with a pay by the hour solicitor, they would be expected to cover the legal costs regardless of the outcome, and so could potentially be left in financial trouble if their case did not win.
And so, with No Win No Fee, there is no gamble for our clients, only the chance to gain.

Why choose Legal Expert to make your Thomas Cook holiday compensation claim?

Our team of solicitors have specialised in the personal injury claims industry for many years and so have a wealth of experience and expertise in compensation claims. We have a brilliant track record, often securing the maximum award amounts for our clients.

We are friendly, honest and reliable. We take great care in building up a strong case on your behalf in order to get you the best compensation amount that we can for you.

We will work as efficiently and as quickly as we can so that you get justice for the pain and suffering you have endured.

Contact us today

If you would like help and advice about how to start your compensation claim, or you’d like us to represent you, just call us on Freephone 0800 073 8804.

Your call will be answered by a member of our team, and they will try their hardest to help you as best as they can.

Useful Links

Citizens Advice

This takes you to the Citizens Advice site where there is some information regarding personal injury claims.

NHS

This is the NHS link where EHIC cards are explained. It is vital to carry one of there when travelling abroud

If you have suffered some sort of accident, injury, illness or problem that was not your fault whilst on a package holiday booked through or operated by tour operator First Choice holidays (or a partner provider) then you may be able to claim compensation for your holiday. People save up for a long time to go on holiday and often spend many months anticipating the lovely time they expect to enjoy. When something goes wrong on holiday that is not your fault and results in injury or a ruined holiday then you are well within your rights to seek holiday compensation for loss of enjoyment as well as for the pain and suffering you have experienced and any out of pocket expenses you have incurred. This guide will explain what to do if you have suffered an accident, injury, illness or problem that has spoilt the enjoyment of your holiday. At Legal Expert we are fully committed to fighting for the First Choice compensation that people deserve if they have experienced trauma whilst abroad.

If you think you may be eligible to claim First Choice holiday compensation then speak to Legal Expert on 0800 073 8804 for a free, no obligation chat to establish your rights. Read on to find out more about how to make a First Choice holiday compensation claim.

A Guide To First Choice Holiday Accident And Injury Compensation Claims

Before you decide whether or not you can claim package holiday compensation you need to know what the definition of a package holiday is. A package holiday means that you have arranged at least two of either transport, accommodation or another organised trip at an inclusive price. The duration of the trip must be more than 24 hours or at least include an overnight stay. However, even if you have paid for these services separately then you may still be able to make a package holiday claim. If you have chosen your accommodation and flight online but have paid for it at the same time this can still be classed as a package holiday. It is not a straightforward definition but the holiday compensation solicitors provided by Legal Expert will be able to advise you on your specific holiday details. We offer a free no obligation chat as well as a no win, no fee service if you decide to pursue your personal injury claim.

Accidents Which Commonly Happen On Package Holidays

Although there is no limit to the type of accident you can make a package holiday injury claim for, the most common holiday accidents abroad include:

• Water sports accidents, skiing accidents or other sporting injuries.
• Road traffic accidents abroad or injury resulting from a rental car which is defective or not up to standard
• Substandard hotel hygiene leading to gastrointestinal illness.
• Injuries sustained whilst aboard a boat
• Accidents whilst on excursions abroad
• Bacteria in hotel buffets or restaurants leading to food poisoning
• Transport incidents leading to injury including train and coach accidents.
• Injuries sustained whilst in or around swimming pools
• Slips, trips or falls caused by slippery flooring or obstacles in a public right of way.

Injuries Which Commonly Happen On Package Holidays

There are a great many injuries that can occur on holiday. Some examples include slips, trips and falls that may result in minor bruising or cuts, right through to serious accidents which sadly result in the death of a traveller. There are also all the potential injuries in between such as back injuries which can cause damage to nerves and discs causing long term disability, fractured limbs, ligament damage, dislocation and even injuries which lead to amputation. If holidaymakers come into contact with pathogenic bacteria in food they become susceptible to food poisoning which could either be slightly uncomfortable for a few days or much more serious, resulting in hospitalisation and long recovery times.

Does First Choice Owe Travellers A Duty Of Care?

The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 confer a certain number of duties and obligations onto tour operators. If you have bought a holiday with First Choice and wish to make a tour operator compensation claim then you will need to prove that First Choice did not fulfil the duty of care outlined in the package travel regulations. The duty of care has a wide remit and protects you whilst in the hotel, on the flight or transfer and on any excursions arranged by the tour operator. If the contract is broken during any of these parts of your holiday then First Choice become liable and may owe you compensation.

Package Holiday Compensation Claim Time Limits

If you wish to seek First Choice compensation for a holiday injury which occurred whilst abroad then you will usually have 3 years to claim from the date that the accident occurred. However, we strongly advise that you begin your claim as soon as possible while the events are clear in your mind and you are still able to gather evidence should you need to.

Can I Claim For Accidents And Injuries In A Hotel?

You can claim First Choice compensation for accidents and injuries which occurred within the hotel if you booked a package holiday. The kind of accidents that are likely to happen within a hotel usually involve food poisoning or substandard hygiene in the restaurant, slips trips and falls caused by spillages which have not been properly cleared up or ill fitting carpets. Accidents may also be attributable to obstacles left in public rights of way or trip hazards such as stairs or poorly fitted tiles which holiday makers are unable to see due to poor lighting or a lack of hazard warning signs. Slips trips and falls are also common in hotel bathrooms and around the swimming pool area. Accidents in swimming pools are common in hotels and often lead to lacerations due to sharp objects sticking out under the level of the water. Hotel gym accidents can also be caused hazards including build up of bacteria and defective machines.

Claim Compensation For A Road Traffic Accident Abroad

Road traffic accidents abroad are common due to people driving unfamiliar cars and driving on the other side of the road. If you have suffered an injury as a result of a road traffic accident and it was not your fault then you may be able to make a claim. Road traffic accident claims are not limited to cars, they can also involve taxis, pedestrians, those riding bikes and motorbikes as well as those using public transport. Even if you are unable to identify the car that caused the road traffic accident then you are still allowed to make a claim. This is also the case if the other party is uninsured.

Compensation Claims Against Hotel Restaurants

Food poisoning is very common whilst on holiday abroad. Incorrectly stored food or food which is not heated to the correct temperature can lead to the growth of pathogenic bacteria which in turn can cause food poisoning. If you have suffered from food poisoning on holiday then you are eligible to make a First Choice holiday sickness claim against your tour operator.

What Steps Should I Take To Make A First Choice Compensation Claim?

It’s very easy to begin a First Choice compensation claim. All you need to do is call Legal Expert and we will advise and inform you every step of the way. We begin with a free no obligation chat to talk through the claiming process. If you decide that you would like to proceed with the claim then we will allocate a specialist holiday claims solicitor who can explain what information we will need and arrange a medical should it be required. You will have our support in claiming the compensation you deserve.

We would advise that you contact us as soon as possible in order to enable you to collect the evidence that we need to strengthen your case for First Choice complaints compensation. This can include having a medical whilst your injuries are still new and visible and collecting witness statements from people who saw the incident happen. We can also advise you about the kind of documentation you need to hold onto such as receipts and prescriptions which you may be able to claim back. It is important that you let your tour operator know as soon as an incident has happened if you wish to make First Choice holiday complaint. You could use the First Choice live chat to find out the holiday complaints procedure. You should also speak to your travel insurer as soon as possible. If possible take photographs of the area where the incident happened and of your injury. If there any witnesses to the incident then take as many details as you can as this may prove helpful when your solicitor is putting together your First Choice compensation case for a bad holiday at a later date.

What Can I Include In A Tour Operator Compensation Claim?

As well as a lump sum for your pain and suffering, which is calculated based on the seriousness of your injury, likely recovery time and any long-term impact, there are other things you can claim for as well.

If you have been injured whilst on a package holiday with First Choice then it is likely that you have had a pretty miserable time owing to the injury you have suffered. Therefore you can claim compensation for loss of holiday enjoyment. If you have been liable to pay any medical costs relating to your injury you can also claim those back as part of your compensation package. Remember to keep hold of any receipts so that you know exactly how much to claim for. If you have had to pay any transport expenses following the accident, for example, travel to and from medical appointments then these can be claimed back. You can also claim for loss of earnings if you are unable to work as a result of your injury. In addition to the loss of earnings for the time you are taking off work currently, you may also be able to claim for future loss of earnings if you are unable to return to work as a result of your injury.

Other scenarios in which you can claim extra money include costs of rehabilitation, for example physiotherapy, to help you return to full health and also carers costs if somebody has had to help you with your day-to-day tasks around the house. If you have small children and have had to pay childcare costs because you have been unable to take care of them, then you can claim for this too.

First Choice Holidays Compensation Claims Calculator

If you have suffered an injury and it was not your fault then no doubt you will feel entitled to claim some compensation. It is not possible to tell you exactly how much you will be entitled to claim until you begin your case and the full details come to light. However this table indicates the typical amounts that people have received in the past for injuries similar to yours. Have a look to see if you can find an injury similar to yours, but if you can’t, don’t worry. Call Legal Expert and we can give you some more information on how much compensation you may be able to expect.

How Do I Start A Compensation Claim?

If you have been injured on holiday and it is not your fault you may wish to pursue a First Choice compensation claim. As soon as you feel ready to do this call Legal Expert for a free, no obligation chat. During this chat, a helpful member of our team will explain the process to you and will be able to answer any questions you may have. After this, we will allocate a specialist holiday claims solicitor to your case and they will begin pursuing your compensation. Our team will then be there to help and advise you every step of the way until you receive your payout.

No Win No Fee Package Holiday Compensation Claims

No win no fee compensation claims are also called conditional fee agreements. This means that a fee is only payable if you are successful in your claim. If you decide to use Legal Expert, and we strongly suggest that you do, you will find that there are no hidden fees or additional costs. You will not be asked to pay a penny upfront and if for any reason your claim is unsuccessful there will be no charge. However, if you are successful and receive a compensation payout, a legal fee will then be taken from this final payout. By law solicitors cannot take any more than 25% of your final damages but all the details will be there for you to peruse in your contract. No win no fee is a great way of making a claim without any financial outlay. If you have suffered from an injury on holiday you are likely to be feeling unwell and perhaps traumatised. Therefore it is comforting to know that you don’t have financial worries about how to pay your solicitor on top of that.

Why Use Legal Expert To Make Your First Choice Compensation Claim

If you go online to search for a personal injury solicitor it will soon become obvious that there are many firms out there. Legal Expert is different. We have many years experience in the field of holiday compensation claims but we also care about our clients and put your interests first. Making a compensation claim can be very stressful and we want to make it as easy as possible for you. We want to keep the process as short as possible whilst claiming the maximum compensation on your behalf. We offer no win no fee claims to minimise any financial stress on you and we are always on the end of a phone and happy to ask answer your questions throughout the process. Your compensation claim is safe in our hands.

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We are here to help you as soon as you are ready to pursue your claim. Call us today on 0800 073 8804 or use our contact form online. You will also find a live chat facility on our website where a member of staff will be available at all times to answer your queries. Our advisors are approachable and experienced and will help you in any way that they can.

Useful Links

Falls, slips and trips

Common accidents may include a trip or a fall so if you’ve suffered this you may want to read the guide above.

Fatal accident claims guide

Sadly, sometimes accidents lead to fatalities, and if this is something you’re dealing with then you might want to read the guide we have produced.

Falls – NHS Guide

This page of the NHS’ website deals with falls, their causes and possible injuries

Food poisoned you?

The NHS guide to food poisoning may hold some actionable advice.

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By Danielle Jordan. Last Updated 17th June 2024. In this guide we focus on making claims against social services when they have caused you harm through negligent behaviour. Please read on to find out about the process of suing social services. We’ll also look at potential compensation amounts for cases won against social services.

In the United Kingdom, Social Services for children work with a number of different agencies in order to provide support for children who are placed up for adoption within families, children who may need looking after for any reason, those who might be suffering abuse, neglect or be in need of protection, as well as families where children are assessed as being in need.

When a referral is made to Social Services, they are obligated to investigate the situation to ensure that the children involved are safe and not in harm’s way. Harm is described as the ill-treatment or the impairment of development or health including, for instance, impairment suffered from hearing or seeing another person being ill-treated. Ill-treatment includes sexual abuse as well as other forms of ill-treatment, which are not always physical. Health means both mental and physical health. And, development means behavioural, social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

There have unfortunately been some examples of social services failures over the years and some of these have led to compensation cases won against social services. Some examples of their negligence have received extensive coverage from mainstream news sources. One of the most famous cases in the UK was the death of “Baby P” in 2007. Baby P, whose real name was Peter Connelly, died of homicide at the age of 17 months old in the property he shared with his mother and her boyfriend.

The baby experienced 50 different injuries, including a broken back, which was allegedly missed by his doctor. This resulted in five people being sacked at Haringey Council Children’s Services, including the head of the department. A number of damning enquiries revealed that 60 opportunities were missed to save baby P.

Other famous cases that resulted in children dying due to Social Services being inadequate in their investigations include the death of two-year-old Demi Leigh Mahon in Manchester, nine-year old David Stocker from Romford who died of a salt overdose fed by his mother, and eight-year-old Victoria Climbie who was starved to death after prolonged abuse at the hands of her guardians in London.

While there are lots of amazing social work that is being carried out across the country, there is no denying that there has also been a number of significant failings. However, the problem is that a lot of people think that Social Services are above the law and there is nothing they can do if they’ve been the victim of negligent conduct.

This could not be further from the truth. If you have been the victim of negligent social services, then you have an extremely high chance of being eligible for child abuse compensation and it is important that you get the payout you deserve. Read on to discover everything you need to know about suing social services.

In the meantime, you can get in touch with us with any issues you may have regarding your claim.

• You can call us on 0800 073 8804
• See if you have a claim online by filling out the form on our website
• Our advisors are also available to chat to in real time using the pop-up window in the bottom right corner

You can check out this quick video below which summarises our guide:

Select a section

• Who Are Social Services?
• What Can Social Services Do?
• What Can’t Social Services Do?
• What To Do If Social Services Are Wrong?
• What Types Of Claims Can You Make Against Social Services?
• Can I Claim Against Social Services For Sexual Or Historic Abuse?
• What Evidence Is Needed For Claims Against Social Services?
• How Is Compensation Calculated When You Sue Social Services?
• Find Social Services Solicitors – Contact Legal Expert Specialist Solicitors
• Why Choose Legal Expert For Claims Against Social Services?

Who Are Social Services?

Before we look at how to make claims against social services, let’s first learn a little more about this organisation.

In the UK, social services have a statutory obligation to promote the welfare and safeguard the wellbeing of children that are vulnerable. Social services can also provide a broad selection of services to children and their parents. A lot of families feel worried and anxious when social services get involved because of experiences they may have heard from other people because they are frightened that they will lose their children. There are a number of reasons social services would take a child, but this is certainly not always the outcome, as more often Social Services are there to help you.

There are a number of different reasons for social services to get involved with children/parent/ guardian relationships. This includes the following:

• Help families determine any issues that are impacting the children and to guide them to the correct support and services that are available in the community
• If there is concerns that a child has suffered an injury that was not an accident
• When a child has been taken into care after the police have intervened on an emergency basis or there has been a court order
• The parent has requested that the child is placed in residential care or foster care on a temporary basis as an emergency to assist them with challenging behaviour or to give them a planned break or a number of short breaks due to stress
• When there are concerns relating to alcohol and drugs
• If there has been child protection issued for the child, for example, including cases where adults have been engaged in violence and this could result in the child being harmed
• A GP or teacher has made a referral or request
• A family has requested that the Social Services provide family support services at times of stress

If your child is deemed in need of help or at risk, your local government Social Services department have a duty to explore the situation to determine what action should be taken to ensure the child is safe and well. You should work alongside the Social Services as best as you can. While you may feel anxious and worried if you are contacted by Social Services, the best thing to do is not panic. Unless there are reasons otherwise, the Social Services will always write to you and let you know that an initial assessment is being conducted. This will take place within a specific number of days and in most cases, this will result in them giving you support and any other services that you require.

Please read on for more information about suing social services.

What Can Social Services Do?

We often get asked what social services can and can’t do. For example, you may have questions such as can social services stop contact without a court order?

In short, Social Services can provide support for families. There are different departments to support varying needs. For example, there are social care services for addiction, mental illness, abuse and much more.

Social Services are also well within their right to carry out a child protection investigation if they feel that this is necessary. This is known as a Section 47 enquiry. This means that they will conduct a complete investigation to make sure that the child is receiving the correct level of care and that he or she is not being abused or neglected. In order to carry out this investigation, they will conduct a number of interviews with you, and they are allowed to contact other professionals, including your child’s GP and school.

What Can’t Social Services Do?

Can Social Services take my child away? What are my rights against social services? These are two questions we’ll aim to answer in this section.

A lot of people worry that social services are going to take away their children. While they are allowed to do this, they can technically only legally do so if they have reason to believe the child is at harm. If your child has been taken away, you can receive legal advice on how to win your child back from Social Services.

What To Do If Social Services Are Wrong?

If you feel like social services have it wrong, you can file an official complaint. Should you wish to claim against social services for the harm they’ve caused you or were vicariously liable for, copies of an official complaint could be submitted with your evidence.

A complaint sent in via email or letter can help show that social services were aware of the issue. Additionally, if they respond, you can also submit a copy of their response if you are seeking compensation.

If you would like to discuss what evidence could be helpful in a claim against social services, speak to a member of the advisory team.

What Types Of Claims Can You Make Against Social Services?

Some of the most common reasons for making claims against social services social workers are as follows:

• Abuse by foster carers
• Removal of children without legal permission
• Negligence of social services
• Abuse while in care
• Abuse claims against a social worker

If you have experienced any of these situations or you want to make a claim against social services for any other reason, please get in touch.

Can I Claim Against Social Services For Sexual Or Historic Abuse?

Yes, it’s possible to claim against social services for sexual abuse, which could be historic in nature. Below, we explain how these claims work.

Care Home Abuse

The simple answer to this question is; yes. There have been a number of cases of child abuse in care homes, and we will discuss one of the high-profile cases later in this guide so you can better understand the process of suing social services for care home negligence.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of abuse in a care home, this can be exceptionally traumatic to come to terms with. Our panel of expert solicitors who take on Social Services have worked on many cases like this before. If you have a valid claim, they will work as hard as they can to get you the compensation that you deserve.

For more information on how to make claims against social services call our team.

Foster Care Abuse

Yes, if you have been abused at the hands of your foster parents, you could be entitled to compensation. You may also be entitled to a payout if Social Services failed to recognise the signs of abuse. The Human Rights Act 1998 was put in place to ensure that everyone was treated equally. This includes children in care. So, even social services must abide by these rules. Suing social services could be the very step you need to take if you feel a child’s human rights have been violated or ignored.

Foster parents are in the ultimate position of trust, and when they abuse this, it is vital that they are brought to justice. We have helped many children who have been abused to launch claims against their foster parents, so they can try to move on with their lives. Call us today for more information on child abuse social services claims and how to fight social services and win.

Historic Abuse

In standard compensation claims, you do not only have three years to make a negligence claim against Social Services. You can make a claim for historical sexual abuse that happened many years ago, so please do not fear that you have left it too late to claim.

Case Study: Shirley Oaks

At this point in our guide to making claims against social services, we’re going to look at a horrific high-profile case study that could help illustrate why these types of claims may be made.

There have been a number of high-profile child abuse claims in the news, many of which involve instances where Social Services have failed. Shirley Oaks is undoubtedly one of the most prolific cases and ex-residents were granted compensation amounts of around £10,000 each as a small gesture for the suffering that they were so heinously subjected to.

Shirley Oaks is an ex-network of children’s homes in South London. A report was conducted covering a period from the 1950s until 1983 when the homes were closed. It concluded that there were at least 60 active abusers working within the network, carrying out what has been described as ‘industrial scale’ abuse.

Not only did this cause irreparable damage to the countless victims within the care system but there were also numerous deaths that have now been linked to Shirley Oaks. These were apparent ‘suicides’ that are now known to have been conducted by the perpetrators in attempts to cover up their sickening abuse from getting out.

It remains one of the most horrific and shocking abuse cases in history. Since then, Lambeth Council has paid around £100 million to former residents, irrespective of whether or not they were abused, with those who suffered the abuse first-hand receiving bigger payouts for obvious reasons.

What Evidence Is Needed For Claims Against Social Services?

This guide has answered questions such as “what are my rights against social services?” by highlighting what social workers can and can’t do. If you do want to claim against the social services, it’s important that you have evidence showing how their negligent actions have caused you or your children harm.

Given the type of damages you want to claim for, potential evidence could include:

• Photographic evidence of any injuries.
• Video evidence of abuse. This could include, for instance, CCTV footage if any is available.
• Correspondence with the Social Services.
• Notes from you detailing the series of events.
• Witness statements. If, for instance, you or your child has suffered some form of abuse, statements from witnesses can clarify what occurred.
• Police reports. If some of this abuse has been reported to the police, these reports can help clarify what was reported and when. They could also show what, if anything, has been done since.

To learn more about the claims process or to see if you can claim, please contact us at a time that suits you. Our solicitors know how a claim against social services in court could progress and can help you build a case.

If your sexual abuse claim against social services is successful you could receive up to two heads of loss: general damages and special damages.

How Is Compensation Calculated When You Sue Social Services?

If you successfully sue social services, your settlement could consist of two heads of claim: general and special damages.

General damages compensate for the physical pain and mental suffering caused by the sexual abuse. When assigning value to personal injury claims, legal professionals may refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). This document lists guideline compensation brackets for different types of injuries and harm.

In our table below, we look at a few figures found in the 17th edition of the JCG. As every claim is different, it is only provided as guidance. Additionally, the top row was not taken from the JCG but provided to show you how you could be compensated for the harm suffered plus related expenses.

Furthermore, when suing social services, you could receive compensation for the financial losses caused by the abuse you suffered. This can be awarded as part of your settlement under special damages. Some of the losses you might be able to recover as part of your claim include:

• Therapy expenses.
• Prescription costs.
• A loss of earnings.

You should submit proof of your costs, such as invoices and payslips.

Our advisors can help answer your question, ‘Can you sue social services for sexual abuse?’. In addition to a free case assessment, they can value your claim.

Criminal Injury Claims

You may make your claim through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) instead. The CICA award compensation in certain criminal injury claims. This is different to a traditional personal injury claim. Compensation tariffs for a claim through the CICA can be found in the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012. The tariffs are different than the figures found in the JCG. Additionally, the CICA have specific claiming criteria that needs to be met.

When compensation is being calculated, there are often a few different figures to consider. The one universal to most claims is known as general damages. This is the sum that is awarded to you due to both the physical pain and the mental suffering caused by the injuries associated with the accident or incident.

Why Choose Legal Expert For Claims Against Social Services?

If you suffered abuse due to social services negligence and would like to make a claim, No Win No Fee solicitors that deal with social services could support you through the legal process. Their services could be provided under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).

When suing social services, solicitors that offer a No Win No Fee arrangement typically won’t ask you to pay an upfront solicitor’s fee. If your claim is successful, a success fee will be taken from your award. The law limits this amount. Should your solicitor for your social services claim fail to secure compensation, you usually won’t be asked to pay for their legal services.

Our advisors can answer your questions about claiming against social services. Should your claim seem eligible you could be put in touch with our solicitors that deal with social services claims. To get in touch:

• Start your claim online.
• Call 0800 073 8804.
• Use our chat at the bottom of the screen.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I take legal action against social services?

Providing social services failed to uphold their legal duty of care, leading you or a loved one to suffer as a result. Please get in touch today to learn more about your rights.

What is classed as neglect by social services?

According to the NSPCC, neglect is an ongoing failure to meet a child’s most basic needs. Neglect is considered the most common form of child abuse, by which they may be left hungry, dirty or without necessary clothing, housing or supervision.

Useful Links

Litigation Friends

Find out about the process of appointing another adult to pursue a claim on the behalf of someone else.

Government Statistics

This link takes you to the UK Government website where you will find statistics regarding the number of children in the UK that are under local authority care.

You may also be interested in some of our other guides on criminal injury compensation claims:

• • How to claim sexual abuse compensation
  • FAQs on sexual abuse claims
  • Sexual abuse during lockdown – can you claim?
  • Sexual abuse compensation calculator
  • A guide to sexual abuse claims
  • How to claim if abused in foster care
  • Historical sexual abuse claims

We also have some other guides on sexual abuse compensation claims that you may find useful:

• I was sexually abused by my father, can I claim?
• Sexual abuse by husband – can you claim?
• Sexual abuse by a grandfather – how to make a claim
• Sexual abuse by an ex-partner – how to make a claim
• How to claim if sexually abused by a family member
• How to claim if abused by a stepfather
• How to claim for sexual abuse in a school

References

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2009/aug/16/baby-p-family

https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2009/jun/26/teenage-babysitter-toddler-murder-guilty

https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2005/feb/25/ukcrime.childprotection

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2001/sep/24/childrensservices

We hope our guide on how to make claims against social services has been useful to you. If you have any enquiries about matters related to this subject, such as hiring solicitors that can sue social services, then you can contact our team of advisors on the phone or online using the contact details found in this guide.

On this page, you will find a guide to making holiday accident claims in Cyprus following an accident, injury or illness that occurred while you were on holiday.

Holiday Accident Claims in Cyprus

You will find information on how to deal with your emergency while you are still on holiday in Cyprus, and also what to do to make sure you have the best chance of claiming holiday compensation when you return to the UK.

A Guide to Illness and Injury Claims in Cyprus

This page is intended as a full and detailed guide to making holiday accident claims in Cyprus for injuries and illnesses sustained while you were on holiday.

Each year, approximately 1 million UK holidaymakers visit Cyprus. This makes it one of the most popular summer sun destinations in Europe for UK tourists. The vast majority of these holidaymakers have a great time and return how to the UK refreshed and relaxed. Unfortunately, a small percentage of UK tourists visiting Cyprus are not so lucky. They become the victim of an accident, sustain an injury or contract an illness while on holiday. This guide is aimed at these people. It aims to do two things; 1) provide them with the information they need to deal with the emergency while they are still on vacation in Cyprus, and 2) explain what they can do to maximise their chance of successfully winning a holiday compensation claim once they get back to the UK. This guide includes:

• What to do if you are the victim of an accident, sustain an injury, or become ill while you are on holiday in Cyprus. This information is from a viewpoint of doing everything you can to maximise your chance of claiming holiday compensation. It covers things you should do while you are still in Cyprus, and things you need to do when you return home to the UK.
• How to contact the emergency services in Cyprus, including all contact numbers as well as the phone number of the closest British Embassy or Consulate.
• How to gain access to healthcare services and medical treatment in Cyprus to have your injury or illness treated.
• Details of the time-limits that are in place that people who wish to claim holiday compensation must make a claim within.
• Details of specific UK legislation that protects UK consumers who booked their trip to Cyprus at home in the UK, though a UK based package holiday or tour company.
• An overview of the most common types of holiday compensation claims that Legal Expert makes on behalf of our clients.
• An introduction to the No Win No Fee holiday compensation claims service offered by Legal Expert as the simplest, most effective and risk-free way to make a claim for an accident, injury or illness that occurred while you were on holiday in Cyprus.

Legal Expert has over 30-years of experience in successfully claiming holiday compensation across a wide range of cases. If you have any questions, call us at the number at the bottom of this page, and we will be happy to answer them for you.

What to Do If You Have an Injury or Accident in Cyprus

There are certain steps you can take, both while you are still on holiday in Cyprus, and also when you return to the UK, to maximise your chance of winning the most holiday compensation possible. These steps are:

Steps to take while you are still on holiday in Cyprus:

• If you have been involved in an accident such as a car crash, make sure that you have notified the police. Most of the time they will turn up at the scene, but if they don’t then you will need to call them (the contact number can be found further down this page). When you do speak to them, write down the names of any officers you deal with, and also ask them for the unique case ID and note this down as well.
• If you booked your trip to Cyprus in the UK through a UK based package holiday firm, then you must notify them of your accident, injury or illness. Once again, not down the name of the person you reported to the event too.
• Make sure that you receive proper medical treatment for your illness or injury (details on how to gain access to healthcare in Cyprus are further down the page). Write down the names of the doctors who treat you, and when you are discharged, ask for a copy of your medical file.
• If you intend to claim against your medical or travel insurance, let your insurance provider know this.

Steps to take when you get back to the UK after your holiday in Cyprus:

• If you had reported the incident to your travel vendor, then follow up with them to make sure they have all the facts straight.
• Visit the hospital or your GP to have your injury or illness checked out. This will mean that the injury or illness is now recorded within the UK health service, which could be useful later in the claims process.
• Let your insurance firm know that you have returned safely to the UK and that there will be no further claims.
• Contact Legal Expert and find out how our No Win No Fee holiday compensation claim service can help you get the most compensation possible for your accident, injury or illness that occurred while you were on holiday in Cyprus.

You will find detailed information at the links below covering how to claim for accidents abroad, and how to claim against a package holiday firm:

Claiming for accidents that happen abroad

Emergency Contacts Numbers in Cyprus

Before you return home and claim accident or illness compensation for something that happened on holiday on Cyprus, you need to deal with the emergency itself. Below you will find the phone number of all emergency services in Cyprus, as well as contact details for the British Embassy.

• Ambulance – 199/112
• Police – 199/112
• Fire Service – 199/112
• General emergency – 112
• Air-sea rescue – 1441
• Toxic emergency (drugs/poison) – 1401
• British Embassy Nicosia – +357 22 861100

These numbers above should help you follow through with many of the steps we outlined previously in this guide, such as:

• Informing the police
• Contacting your travel company
• Contacting your insurer
• Receiving professional medical attention

Accessing Healthcare in Cyprus

If you are injured or become sick during your holiday in Cyprus, you are going to need to get professional medical treatment. The good news is, for UK citizens who have a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) it is possible to get free healthcare in Cyprus. However, it is important to note that EHIC doesn’t cover everything. For example, if you need outpatient treatment, EHIC won’t cover it. Or if you need emergency repatriation to the UK for medical reasons, EHIC won’t cover that either. If you have lost your EHIC or you forgot to take it to Cyprus with you, it is possible to get a temporary card by speaking to the Department of Health Overseas Healthcare on +44 191 218 1999. If you don’t currently have an EHIC, follow the link below to apply for one:

European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)

For additional information on gaining access to healthcare services in Cyprus as a UK holidaymaker, the following link will be useful:

Cyprus healthcare details

Another option is to use private healthcare facilities to treat any injury or illness while you are on holiday in Cyprus. You will, of course, need to pay the medical bills yourself, unless you are covered by travel or medical insurance. If you are covered, you will need to contact your insurance firm and have them approve any treatment before it is administered. Most insurance firms will deal with the private healthcare service in Cyprus and pay the medical bill directly to them. In certain situations, you might need to cover your own medical bill in cash while you are in Cyprus, and then claim it back from your insurance firm when you get back home to the UK.

Compensation Claim Time Limits in Cyprus

The answer to the question, I have had an accident abroad can I claim compensation at any time? Is no. There are certain time-limits in place, and these are detailed in the table below:

Cyprus Package Holiday Compensation Claims

If you booked your holiday in Cyprus through a UK tour or package holiday company, then you are in a slightly better position to claim holiday compensation that if you had booked it direct yourself. Every UK package tour vendor is governed by the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992. You should be able to leverage this legal framework to make Cyprus holiday claims against travel firms such as:

• MyTravel
• Olympic Holidays
• Royal Caribbean
• Saga Holidays
• Thomas Cook Holidays
• Thomson Holidays
• Virgin Holidays
• Airtours Holidays
• Balkan Holidays
• Crystal Holidays
• Direct Holidays
• First Choice Holidays
• Kuoni
• Libra Holidays
• Monarch Holidays

Legal Expert is a holiday claims specialists that understands this legislation that was put in place to protect UK consumer from the actions of unscrupulous travel vendors. We can help you claim holiday compensation against them.

Cases Our Holiday Claims Specialists Can Help With

If you have been injured or have become ill while on holiday in Cyprus compensation may be available to help make up for your ruined holiday. There are many reasons you might claim compensation. For example, if your flight was delayed or cancelled while travelling with Cyprus Airways compensation could be available. Or you could have had an accident in your hotel, which was clearly the fault of the hotel operator, then compensation could be available for this.

Legal Expert has a track record going back more than 30-years of claiming compensation for our clients in a wide range of holiday claims, the most common being:

• Hotel accidents – caused by dangerous or badly maintained hotel facilities or inadequate care.
• Food-related illness – contracted in restaurants or a hotel dining room though badly cooked food.
• Slips, trips and falls – on floors, stairs, uneven pavements, etc.
• Sporting activities – including beach sports and water sports.
• Road traffic accidents – as either the driver of your own vehicle or as a passenger.

If you have suffered an injury or become ill while on holiday in Cyprus, and your situation doesn’t fit anywhere on this list, then call us on the number at the bottom of this page to discuss your specific case.

Hotel Accident Claims

If you are injured at a hotel while on holiday in Cyprus compensation may be available. Some of the most common ways accidents happen in a hotel are:

• Accidents in the pool area – either in the pool itself or on the tiles surrounding it, due to faulty facilities, or inadequate supervision.
• Accidents in the hotel gym – caused by faulty exercise equipment or inadequate supervision.
• Food-related illness – caused by badly prepared food or unhygienic serving conditions.
• Slips, trips or falls – on wet floors, badly lit stairs, etc.
• Electric shocks – caused by faulty electrical fitting in a hotel room.

This is not a full list of the ways that accidents can happen in a hotel, so call us on the number at the bottom of this page to discuss your own situation.

Food Poisoning and Water-Borne Illnesses Claims in Cyprus

There are many ways that a person can contract a food-related illness while eating in a restaurant in Cyprus, or even in their own hotel dining room. If you begin to exhibit symptoms such as nausea, stomach cramps, diarrhoea and fever, you may be going down with food poisoning, this can be caused by things such as:

• Undercooked food.
• Food stored at the wrong temperature.
• Salads that have been washed in tap water.
• Food that has been re-heated and served.
• Buffet food left standing too long.

If you do come down with food poisoning while on holiday in Cyprus, be sure to get proper medical attention. Legal Expert can help you claim holiday compensation when you get back to the UK.

Slips, Trips, and Falls

Slips, trips and falls are the most common type of accidents we see UK holidaymakers claim compensation for after an accident on holiday in Cyprus. They can happen in many ways, such as:

• Slipping on a dirty or wet floor.
• Falling down stairs due to insufficient lighting.
• Slipping on tiles in the pool area.
• Tripping on a torn carpet.
• Missing a step as you get on or off some form of transport.

Call Legal Expert on the number at the bottom of this page to claim for your slip, trip or fall accident while on holiday in Cyprus.

Sport and Beach Activity Claims in Cyprus

As a summer sun, sea and sand destination, there are plenty of sporting activities available for holidaymakers on Cyprus to enjoy. Especially beach and water sports activities such as:

• Jet ski hire
• Beach volleyball
• Horse riding
• Bungee jumps
• Zip lines
• Surfing
• Scuba diving
• Snorkelling

Any one of these activities and more can be dangerous if a) the facilities and equipment are badly maintained and b) the operator is not fully trained or does not provide enough supervision.

If you have been injured in a beach or water sports accident while on holiday in Cyprus, then Legal Expert can help you to claim holiday compensation.

Road Traffic Accidents in Cyprus

Cyprus is a surprisingly safe place to drive a car, with the average fatality rate being 1 in 67 million people, very low indeed. Between 2008 and 2015, only 481 people died on the roads in Cyprus. This doesn’t mean you can’t have a car accident in Cyprus, road traffic accidents in Cyprus do happen, just not frequently.

If you are involved in a road traffic accident while you are on holiday in Cyprus, either as the driver of a vehicle or as a passenger. Then make sure you take the following steps:

• Make sure the police are informed of the accident, even if they don’t visit the scene. You can either call them or pop into a police station and tell them about it.
• Make sure that you receive proper professional medical treatment for any injuries you have sustained.
• If you booked your trip to Cyprus through a UK based travel company in the UK, then make sure they know about the accident.
• If you are driving a hire vehicle, you will need to inform the hire firm that their vehicle has been damaged.

When you return to the UK after your holiday in Cyprus, we can help you claim compensation for any injury you sustained in a road traffic accident.

Do I Have to Use A Solicitor in Cyprus For My Claim?

There is absolutely no advantage in using a solicitor in Cyprus to make your holiday compensation claim. The national claims service that Legal Expert operates is the simplest, most efficient and risk-free way for UK holidaymakers to claim compensation for an accident, injury or illness that occurred while they were on holiday in Cyprus.

No Win No Fee Accident or Illness Compensation Claims

Legal Expert can help UK holidaymakers who have fallen victim to an accident, suffered an injury, or became ill on holiday in Cyprus to claim holiday compensation under a No Win No Fee agreement.

Our No Win No Fee scheme means you don’t pay us a fee to begin your claim, and you don’t pay us any fees while we are pursuing your claim. If we lose your case, then you don’t have to pay us anything at all. The only time you have to pay our fee is when you actually receive a compensation payment.

Largest Cities and Towns in Cyprus

• Nicosia
• Limassol
• Larnaca
• Famagusta
• Paphos
• Kyrenia
• Protaras
• Pergamos
• Morfou
• Aradippou
• Paralimni
• Lefka
• Geri
• Ypsonas
• Dali
• Tseri

Taking the Next Steps

Were you the victim of an accident while you were on holiday in Cyprus? Did it result in you being injured? Perhaps you became ill after eating some badly prepared food? If you surfed any injury or illness on holiday, then Legal Expert can help you claim holiday compensation. Call us on 0800 073 8804 so we can take the details of your case and give you some free legal advice on what your next step should be. For most people, this will be to use our national claims service to claim you the holiday compensation you are entitled to.

Useful Links

British High Commission Nicosia

Alexander Pallis Street

PO Box 21978

Nicosia

1587

Cyprus

Tel: +357 22 861100

Web: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-nicosia

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 am to 14:30 pm.

By Mark Ainsdale. Last Updated 22nd July 2025. This is our updated guide to whiplash compensation claims in Scotland. It looks at how to claim for whiplash after a road traffic accident.

Legal Expert can provide personal injury lawyers across the UK to help claimants with road traffic accident claims. Whiplash is an injury that is both quite common, often misunderstood and all too often dismissed a minor injury. It is also an injury that has become associated with negative connotations. To some extent, this is because a whiplash injury and the ways that the injury has affected you may not be visible to other people. Whiplash is an injury to the neck muscles which happens when the head is jerked is a sudden and violent motion.

Commonly it happens in car and as well as other vehicle accidents as the force of the crash throw the person forward or to the side, however, it can also happen in other circumstances. A sudden blow to the body or any force which causes you to jerk or snap your neck in some way can lead to whiplash. Read on for further information about filing whiplash compensation claims in Scotland.

Whiplash injuries

Whilst a whiplash injury will generally get better with a few weeks or months, the effects of whiplash can last for a lot longer in some cases and can result in severely limited movement or reduced levels of activity. The most common symptoms of whiplash may include pain of varying levels of severity, some dizziness and difficulty with everyday activities.

Because the effects of a whiplash injury may not present immediately after the accident and as they can sometimes be confused with other injuries or medical issues, many people often do not even realise that they are suffering the effects of whiplash. The effects of whiplash can be extremely varied and range from being relatively minor, through to people having to take time off work, losing income and being unable to carry out day-to-day activities.

However minor or serious the effects of whiplash have been on you if you have suffered whiplash as a result of an accident that was not your fault you could be entitled to make a whiplash claim in Scotland. The solicitors we can provide claimants specialise in personal injury claims, such as for whiplash injuries.

Find out more information about whiplash injuries, their effects, and how to make a successful claim in our guide below. When you’re ready to claim for either a minor whiplash injury or a major whiplash injury, call 0800 073 8804.

Select a Section

1. What Is Whiplash?
2.  What Circumstances Can Lead To A Whiplash Claim In Scotland?
3. What Can You Claim For?
4. How Long Does It Take To Recover From Whiplash?
5. The Difference Between Whiplash Injury Claims In Scotland And In England & Wales
6. Can I Make A Whiplash Claim?
7. Claiming For A Whiplash Injury, Scotland As A passenger
8. The Average Whiplash Claim In Scotland
9. No Win No Fee Whiplash Claims In Scotland
10. Contact us today
11. Useful links

What Is Whiplash?

Before looking further into whiplash compensation claims in Scotland, we shall look at whiplash injuries. The main damage caused by the violent acceleration and movement in a whiplash accident is to the tendons and connective tissues. Tendons are tough fibrous tissue that connects muscle and bone together. The ligaments are the tissues that connect bones together at a joint. Whiplash typically damages one or both of these tissue types resulting in tenderness, reduced movement and stiffness across the affected area.

These symptoms can take around 12 hours to develop after an accident, though in some cases they can take much longer. The pain and injury may become progressively worse over several days after the injury. This is why a person may seem fine immediately after an accident. Whilst most people suffer whiplash as a result of a road traffic accident, it can also be caused by contact sports such as rugby or boxing. If you have had a whiplash injury in Scotland, our expert team can help.

Getting a diagnosis:

Diagnosing whiplash injuries do not usually require any special testing or scans and can be detected from your symptoms. If you have been involved in an accident you should visit your GP or hospital straight away as well as a few days later. This is so that you can get both any immediate treatment you may need, as well as following up to find out if whiplash has developed. Straight after the accident, your doctor will examine the neck and shoulder areas looking for signs of damage to the muscle or tendons such as spasms, tenderness or a reduced range of motion.

Seeking medical attention as soon as possible after an accident can increase the strength of whiplash compensation claims in Scotland. This is because a record of your injuries will be made by the doctor you see.

Whiplash treatment options:

According to the NHS in many cases, whiplash will get better on its own or with very basic treatment. Contrary to the image people often have of someone with whiplash wearing a brace or collar, the NHS in Scotland recommends moving your neck rather than keeping it fixed in place. Retaining mobility will aid in recovery and speed up the recovery time. Pain and inflammatory symptoms can be managed with common painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs, though your treatment regime will be tailored by your doctor to your specific symptoms.

Generally, whiplash will get better within a few weeks or months. If it lasts for longer than six months it is called chronic whiplash. In any event, you may have the opportunity to file whiplash compensation claims in Scotland as a result.

What Circumstances Can Lead To A Whiplash Claim In Scotland?

People typically making a whiplash injury compensation claim in Scotland will typically have been involved in some form of a car accident. There are several types of car accidents that can lead to a person suffering whiplash. Below, we look at the most common forms.

Rear-end shunts: These are the most common form of accidents leading to whiplash. The occupant will have been in either a slow-moving or stationary vehicle. The driver or passenger in the car being hit will suffer unexpected forces, straining their body, with the chin often striking the chest before the head is snapped back.

Head-on collisions: accidents like these typically happen at higher speeds and can occur in a variety of ways. They will often also result in more serious injuries. A head-on accident may cause the neck to be hyperflexed (thrown forward) before being hyperextended (pushed par back). This action could cause the spinal discs to be pushed backwards and bulge out. This can even lead to a hernia or the spinal disc leading to a high degree of pain and reduced mobility in the shoulders and arms.

Side impacts: even a side impact can cause the body and neck to move in an abrupt and unexpected way, leading to a whiplash injury.

Any of these types of vehicle accidents can occur in a car, bus, coach, taxi or on a motorbike or other vehicle. If you have experienced a road traffic accident, contact our team to find out if you could make a whiplash or car accident claim in Scotland.

What Can You Claim For?

One of the most commonly asked questions is “what do whiplash compensation claims in Scotland include?”, in terms of what can be claimed for, and how much the claimant might expect to be awarded. Whiplash compensation amounts do vary depending on the circumstances and severity of the accident and injury and whether or not any other financial costs need to be taken into account as part of the claim.

Whether you are seeking whiplash injury compensation in Scotland, or in England & Wales, there are several different components that can make up your claim.

General damages

The most common part of a settlement is for general damages. These cover the injury itself and follows guidelines for the Judicial Standards Board. This part of the award is solely for the injury suffered and any pain it caused.

Special damages

This covers all other types of compensation and is broken down into several different types.

Loss of earnings: if you had to take unpaid leave from work, had to change to a lower-paid role, reduce your workload or otherwise found your income lowered as a direct result of the injury you can also claim for this loss.

Travel expenses: if you had to travel as a result of the accident, such as travel to a medical appointment or visiting a solicitor, you can claim for these expenses.

Medical expenses: whilst most of your care will be covered by NHS Scotland, you may find that you have had to pay for some emergency treatment or that you will have to have prescription medication to deal with the pain and inflammation. You can claim these costs back from the defendant as part of your claim.

Emotional and psychological effects: an accident may not just result in physical injuries. In many cases, people can also suffer psychological trauma as a result of an accident. Even the stress of having to pursue a compensation claim (which many people need to do so they are not left out of pocket) can cause psychological trauma.

Further details

The types of compensation listed above are the main types of compensation that someone can claim for after suffering a whiplash accident. However, there may be other forms of damages that people can make whiplash compensation claims in Scotland for.

It should also be noted that you are able to make any form of personal injury claim on behalf of someone else if they are unable to do so. This could involve a parent or guardian making a claim on behalf of a child or claiming on behalf of someone who is not able to make the claim due to diminished mental capacity. Find out about how to claim for whiplash by contacting our team.

How Long Does It Take To Recover From Whiplash?

How long it will take to get over your whiplash injury will depend on multiple factors such as the severity of your initial injury, the location of the injury and its extent. Many people will recover from whiplash within a few days to a few weeks, with most patients making a full recovery after three months. The bulk of people who experience whiplash will not suffer any longer-term complications or symptoms.

Some people will experience long-term symptoms. People who still experience pain and headaches for months or years after the incident are diagnosed as suffering from chronic whiplash. The pain may be experienced in areas such as your neck, vertebral discs, or tendons and ligaments. But note that chronic pain following whiplash is difficult to treat.

For more information on the difference between whiplash compensation claims in Scotland and in England and Wales, please read on, or contact our team today for free legal advice.

The Difference Between Whiplash Injury Claims In Scotland And In England & Wales

The main difference between whiplash claims in Scotland and those in England & Wales is the legal process. Generally, claims of this nature that are valued under £5,000 made in England and Wales will be handled in line with the Whiplash Reform Programme. This means that the compensation tariffs established by the Whiplash Injury Regulations 2021 will be used to value whiplash injuries.The government introduced this is order to give certainty and clarity to claimants. The whiplash tariffs are set amounts based on how long the injury lasts and whether there are additional psychological injuries to consider. 

In contrast, there is a different legal system when it comes to whiplash compensation claims in Scotland. This system involves the use of the Judicial Studies Board Guidelines. The case may need to go through the Court of Session or the Sheriff Court if required. There are 6 Sheriff courts in Scotland that cover different areas. 

You can speak with our team of advisors today for further advice on whiplash claims and the different processes in place to handle them. They may connect you to one of our solicitors, who can help you start a whiplash injury compensation claim in Scotland. However, you are welcome to raise any general queries, as you may have decided whether to start a claim at this time. 

Can I Make A Whiplash Claim?

You can make whiplash compensation claims in Scotland if your injuries were the result of an accident that was not your fault or an accident that was partially the fault of another party. In order to make a successful claim, you will need to work with an experienced personal injury claims solicitor. They will gather evidence of the accident in order to satisfy the following criteria:

1. That you were owed a duty of care by the other party. This could be the duty of care by a driver to their passenger, or by another road user to you.
2. Next, you must show that the other party breaches this duty of care in some way. This could be through impairment (such as driving under the influence of alcohol), negligence or otherwise poor driving.
3. It then needs to be shown that this breach was either the cause of (or contributing factor in) the accident you suffered and your resulting injuries.

Depending on the circumstances of your accident and injuries this can sometimes be a complicated process. This is why it is important to have the right legal team behind you in making your claim.

Claiming For A Whiplash Injury In Scotland As A Passenger

Whether you were the driver of a vehicle or the passenger, if you have sustained an injury such as whiplash as a result of an accident that was not your fault, you have the same rights to make a compensation claim. Passenger whiplash claims can often be simpler to conduct as the passenger in a vehicle accident is often considered to be a bystander to the incident. As the passenger, you can make a compensation claim against the driver of a vehicle that caused the accident, even if you were in the same vehicle as the driver responsible for the accident.

In some cases, you could claim against the driver of your vehicle, even if they’re not responsible. You can do so if the driver doesn’t have a full driving license or adequate insurance.

Our next section will look at the average amounts of whiplash compensation claims in Scotland, please read on.

The Average Whiplash Claim In Scotland

Knowing the average value of a whiplash claim in Scotland would not be of much use to you. The amount of compensation depends on how serious the injuries are and the impact on your life. As everyone’s injuries and financial losses are different, the settlements will vary significantly.

In the table below we have examples of different injury types. Some of these injuries may exist alongside whiplash. The values were taken from the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), which applies guideline amounts to different injuries based on previous personal injury claims settled in England and Wales. However, the first row was not taken from this document.

All figures are for illustrative purposes and your settlement may differ. For a more accurate estimate of the value of your claim, please contact an advisor.

No Win No Fee Whiplash Claims In Scotland

If you wish to make whiplash injury compensation claims in Scotland, one of the biggest worries may be the cost. In the past, getting compensation would often be a costly process. However, this is no longer the case.

Legal Expert is proud to help our clients through No Win No Fee agreements. This means that at the start of your claim, and during the claims process, there are no fees to pay. In the unlikely case that your claim is not successful, you won’t have any legal fees or costs to pay. If we do secure a compensation settlement for you, the fee structure matches that within the agreement. Before you sign, your solicitor will ensure that you fully understand both the agreement and your solicitors’ fee structure.

Contact us today

If you need advice on making whiplash compensation claims in Scotland, talk to the team at Legal Expert. Our advisors are on hand to assess your individual circumstances and to start your claims process. We work with claimants suffering a variety of whiplash injuries and can help you claim against the responsible party. And that’s no matter whether you’re a passenger in a car or the driver.

Our team will discuss your claim as well as what compensation you could receive. You can start the claims process by filling in our online claims form. Alternatively, you can send an email to [email protected], or simply call our friendly team on 0800 073 8804.

Useful links

Personal injury claims in Scotland
Find out further information about the differences in making a personal injury claim in Scotland. There’s also our personal injury claims in Scotland calculator in our Scottish compensation claims guide.

Permanent Injury Claims
In this updated guide we look at compensation claims for permanent injuries.

How long do the effects of whiplash last?
Find out how long the effects and symptoms of whiplash can last on average in our guide.

To make whiplash compensation claims in Scotland when you were partially at fault, talk to an expert.

What Could I Claim For An Accident In NEXT?

Next are a UK based retailer specialising in clothing for men, women, and children, as well as footwear and home products. The retailer has 538 stores in the UK and is the largest clothing retailer by sales in the UK. With tens of thousands of employees across the UK and millions of customers visiting the retailer stores, some will suffer an accident and need to make a NEXT accident claim. In this guide, we will be looking at people who have had an accident and been injured by the retailer and who need to make NEXT accident claim. We will also look at the duty of care retailers, in general, have to their staff and customers in their stores.

In the UK all retailers, such as NEXT, have to follow stringent health and safety legislation. They must also have a wide range of health and safety measures, as well as comprehensive staff training in place to protect the general public as well as employees. The processes should aim to minimise risks and prevent accidents or injuries from happening. Retailers must ensure that all staff is fully trained to identify and rectify any potential hazards which can occur in their workplace. If the retailer fails in their duty of care and someone is injured as a result, they may be able to make an accident in a shop compensation claim. NEXT’s stores are sometimes located in shopping centres. This can split their liability for the maintenance of premises. Read out guide to find out the best way to make a NEXT
accident claim.

A Guide To Next Accident Claims

As a major retailer in the UK, NEXT take the health and safety of the staff and customers very seriously. You can find their corporate health and safety statement here. If you have had an accident which was not your fault in a NEXT store, you may be able to claim compensation for your accident in a shop. There are numerous types of accident which can occur in fashion and homeware stores such as NEXT. Larger NEXT outlets may have several floors, with escalators between stories. Claims can be brought against a retailer for accidents which happen on the shop floor, in storage or employee areas and in car parks or outdoor areas. Accidents in a shop can be caused in numerous ways. They can be down to lack of or improper maintenance, improper procedures, poor staff training or negligence on the part of a retailer, management or staff. At Legal Expert, our panel of specialist legal solicitors have many years of dealing with retail compensation claims cases and are fully equipped to help you get the compensation you are entitled to.

In this guide to NEXT accident claims, we will take you through some of the most common types of accidents and injuries that people can sustain in a retail environment, how to go about reporting an accident in a shop and the best way to make a successful NEXT accident claim. We also have examples of the amounts of compensation people could be entitled to.

Common NEXT Accident Compensation Claims

Common NEXT accident claims include accidents and injuries which happen to staff and customers alike. In NEXT stores these can include accidents around the store, in employee-only areas and on stairs or escalators. Escalators in shops have previously been responsible for several accidents, injuries and even fatalities in the UK. There are a large number of potential causes for retail injuries. Some of the most common workplace accidents in the UK, which could occur in NEXT, include (in order of prevalence) the following;

• Slips, trips, and falls, including falls on stairs and escalators.
• Muscle strains (employees can develop strains when manually handling stock).
• Being hit by falling objects, due to improper storage.
• Repetitive Strain Injuries or RSI caused by repetitive tasks.
• Collisions and crashes, or walking into things.
• Minor cuts through to more serious lacerations.
• Exposure to toxic substances, such as cleaning products.
• Exposure to loud noises causing hearing loss.
• Fights in the workplace or assaults.

All of these injuries can range from minor incidents through to more serious cases. The more serious an injury, the more a claimant may suffer or be in pain. As such, compensation awards for different injuries are made in different bands, with lower and higher potential awards. Employees and customers can suffer other injuries in NEXT stores. If you have been injured as a result of an accident which was not your fault, speak to the specialists at Legal expert. Our specialist solicitors will work with you to recover the maximum combination of special and general damages possible.

Next Slips, Trips, And Falls Compensation Claims

Whether you are a customer or an employee of NEXT, if you have been injured as a result of an accident which was not your fault, you may be able to make a NEXT slip, trip, and fall claim. According to the HSE, slips, trips, and falls are one of the most common types of personal injury accidents. Most Next slip, trip, and fall claims are caused by the following;

• Spills which are not cleaned up fast enough, or in the right way.
• Smooth floors which have been left wet from cleaning processes.
• When the floor has been contaminated.
• Trip hazards caused by poorly maintained floors and general trip hazards.

Whilst some of these accidents can be caused by staff at NEXT, others can be caused by both customers and staff, such as spillages. If the stores’ staff have been notified of a spillage which could cause an accident, and not cleaned it up quickly enough, they could be liable for a personal injury claim. If you have had a slip, trip, or fall in a NEXT store, make sure to follow their procedure for reporting an accident in a shop. Contact Legal Expert on 0800 073 8804 to find out how much compensation for slipping on a wet floor you could be entitled to.

What To Do If You Are Injured In A Store In The UK?

If you have been injured as a result of an accident which was not your fault, you may be able to make a claim as an employee or customer. NEXT accident claims will commonly be made when there has been a breach of the retailers’ duty of care. It is the responsibility of any retailer or employer to put in place the processes necessary to correctly train staff in health and safety processes. Employers must ensure that their staff has the training to carry out all their tasks in the safest way possible. This could be training in lifting, carrying and manual handling, as well as how to safely store items or use equipment. Retailers (as well as any other workplace where the public will come and go) also have a duty of care to their staff. The retailer must ensure that all the correct risk assessments have been carried out to allow everyone to work in the best and safest way. At the same time, employees also have a responsibility to avoid unnecessary accidents or incidents and follow all the correct procedures they are expected to. Retailers also have a duty of care to pay their staff sick pay when they have been injured in the workplace. In most injury claims cases, you will have the right to claim sick pay.

Next Accident At Work Compensation Claims

In the UK, around 2.77 million people work in the retail sector. Of these, there are 2,250 accidents and injuries per 100,000 workers. This is according, Health and Safety Executive statistics. To help reduce the number of retail accidents and injuries, the HSE has produced a variety of shop risk assessments tools, as well as guidelines which should be followed. These tools help retailers to carry out their risk assessments in a quick and easy way. They also help to identify the kinds of hazards which may be common to their industry or retail space. Claimants should be aware that there is a three-year time limit within which to make a personal injury claim. The three year time period begins either at the date of the initial accident, or the date the injury was discovered. At Legal Expert, we can work with you to get the compensation you deserve through a no win no fee service.

Next Accident In A Shop Compensation Claims

All employees of NEXT should have undergone the correct training in their jobs, any equipment they may have to use, as well as the correct health and safety procedures. If an employee has not had the correct training, this lack of training could be considered a breach of their duty of care. Both and employees and employers are responsible for preventing accidents in the workplace from occurring. Any retailer should keep their health and safety procedures up to date.

Storage Accidents In NEXT

Racking and storage accidents in NEXT are generally split into two major types of workplace accidents. These are accidents where the injury was caused by a shelving or racking system collapsing onto the claimant. In retail environments, these accidents can happen in stock or display areas and to both customers and staff. The second accident type is manual handling accidents caused by lifting and carrying objects incorrectly. Manual handling accidents can also occur when employees are loading or unloading stock from racking and shelving in storage or display areas.

In general, shelving and racking systems accidents can be caused by a very wide range of different factors. Racking and shelving systems form the basis of how retail goods are commonly stored. You can find out more about storage and racking accidents, as well as how to make these claims by reading our guide to storage and racking accidents.

NEXT Compensation Claims

In order to make a successful NEXT accident compensation claim, there are steps that you should go through. If you intend to make a compensation claim, carrying out these steps can help your case proceed faster.

• One of the first steps is to report the accident to the retailer, such as NEXT. make sure it is correctly logged in their accident log book. Make sure you also keep a copy of this report to pass on to your solicitors.
• If you do not need to immediately, do visit either a GP, hospital or medical specialist as soon as you can after your accident. It is important to get any medical treatment you may need. It also helps to establish how severe your injuries are. Keep copies of your medical report(s) to pass on to your solicitors at a later stage. Your medical reports can help form a key component of your claim.
• Write down the contact details of any witnesses, as well as whether or not they saw what happened. Your lawyer may want to get a detailed statement from them at a later date. At the same point, try to take pictures of the accident scene and your injuries. Try to photograph the whole site. This also acts as a supporting record of the accident.
• Record any expenses you have had as a direct result of your accident. Expenses can include things like medications, travel to medical appointments, losses of earnings and in more serious cases, the cost of adapting your home for disabled use.

As soon as you are able to after the accident you should make a note of what happened. The longer you are from the accident, the more memories can become a little less reliable. Note down everything you remember about how the accident happened.

NEXT Accident Compensation Claim Amounts

One of the most common questions personal injury solicitors are asked is how much compensation a claimant may be expected to be awarded for a particular claim. Before having a full consultation and investigating your claim, it can be difficult for a solicitor to estimate how much compensation you could be entitled to. In the table below, we have included information on some of the most common types of injuries people suffer, as well as their differing severities and what a claimant could be expected to receive

The compensation amounts are detailed in different bands. These are produced by the Judicial College and the guidelines are generally followed by the courts and solicitors. The table above contains a sample list of injury types and is not exhaustive. Even if your injury type is not listed above, you can still contact the specialist legal solicitors at Legal Expert to make a personal injury claim for a NEXT accident. Please note, the figures above are representative and are based on the 2017 edition of the Judicial College guidelines.

No Win No Fee ZARA Accident Claims

At Legal Expert, we understand that claimants may already be facing a number of financial pressures when they come to us to make a personal injury claim. The last thing they need is for their claim to add more costs to an already stretched budget. Our no win no fee or ‘Conditional Fee Agreements’ are contracts whereby the solicitors we work with will provide services to you without asking for any upfront or ongoing fees. The agreement will set out in detail what the solicitor will do for the client, as well as when and how they will be paid if the claim is successful. It will also stipulate that no fee is due if the case is not successful. In the event of a win, the legal fees will be deducted from the total claim award. By law, these fees cannot be greater than 25% of the total award. To begin making your personal injury NEXT accident claims case, talk to the panel of specialist solicitors at Legal Expert today. Call 0800 073 8804.

Why Choose Legal Expert To Make Accident In A shop Claims?

As with any legal process, personal injury cases such as NEXT accident claims, can be difficult and lengthy processes. To navigate the terminology and processes, you need the best specialists you can find. The professional team at Legal Expert are there to help and advise you on the claims process. Our team is here to help you through your recovery process, get you back on your feet and get you the compensation you are entitled to. Our panel of solicitors have decades of experience in how to make a personal injury claim. They will work with you to make the legal process as friendly as possible. At Legal Expert, we can work with you on a no win no fee basis and start by offering you a no obligation consultation service. During this, we will explain how making a personal injury claim works, and the best way to do so. At the same time, you are free to ask our experts any questions you have about the process, costs and legal phrases or terminology.

Claimants have chosen to work with our no win no fee solicitors for a variety of reasons, from our specialist no win no fee services to the experience of our solicitors. If you choose to work with us you will have access to a wide range of experience and expertise. The solicitors we work with across the UK will work to get you the maximum level of compensation for your injury type.

You can contact our team by calling 0800 073 8804 today. You also use our contact form or send us an email with details of your case. Talk to the experts now.

Useful Links

Information And Advice From The Health and Safety Executive For The Retail Sector
This link provides information on Health and Safety procedures and statistics in the UK’s retail industry.

Advice On How To Claim Compensation For Slips Trip Or Fall
If you have been injured as a result of a slip, trip, or a fall, use our guide to to make a claim and how much compensation you could be entitled to.

Holiday Accident Claims in Sweden

On this page, you will find advice and information on how to make holiday accident claims in Sweden if you have suffered an injury or illness while on holiday.

It contains information that will help you deal with the emergency while you are on holiday in Sweden, and also details on what you should do to have the best chance of claiming holiday compensation when you return home to the UK.

A Guide to Accident Claims in Sweden

This is a full and detailed guide to making holiday accident claims in Sweden. It covers two key areas; 1) how to deal with the emerging situation while you are on holiday in Sweden, and 2) what to do to maximise your chances of successfully making a claim for holiday compensation when you return to the UK.

Almost a million UK tourists visit Sweden each year, either on short breaks or for longer holidays. Sweden is one of the most popular winter sports destinations in Europe. Most UK holidaymakers return home safely after visiting Sweden. However, a small percentage become the victim of an accident, contract and illness or sustain an injury while they are on holiday in Sweden. This guide to claiming holiday compensation is aimed at helping this minority.

Within this guide to making holiday compensation claims for injuries and illness that happened while on holiday in Sweden, you will find:

• Information on the steps you need to take to make sure you have the best chance possible of claiming holiday compensation for an accident, illness or injury that occurred while you were on holiday in Sweden. We cover all of the things you should do while you are still in Sweden and all of the things you should do when you return home to the UK.
• Contact telephone numbers for all of the emergency services in Sweden, so that you can deal with the emergency as it happens while you are on holiday in Sweden. We have also included the contact number for the British Embassy.
• Instructions on how to get medical treatment and gain access to healthcare services as a UK citizen on holiday in Sweden.
• A table that details all of the time-limits that are in place with regard to how long you have to claim holiday compensation for something that happened while you were on vacation in Sweden.
• An overview of the UK legislation that protects consumers from the actions of an unscrupulous package holiday and tour vendor operating in the UK.
• An explanation of the most common types of accidents, injuries and illnesses we see people who have been on holiday claim compensation for on their return to the UK.
• An introduction the national claims service we operate here at Legal Expert that is the simplest, most risk-free way for you to claim holiday compensation for an accident, illness or injury that occurred while you were visiting Sweden. We also explain how our No Win No Fee holiday compensation claims service works.

Legal Expert has a track record going back more than three decades, of claiming significant holiday compensation payments for our clients, across a wide range of different types of claims. If you would like to find out how our No Win No Fee holiday claims service works, then give us a call on the number at the bottom of this page.

What to Do If You Have an Accident or Are Injured in Sweden

If you have an accident, are injured, or become sick while you are on holiday in Sweden, then your Sweden holiday insurance may cover some or all of the costs of receiving treatment. It won’t compensate you for a ruined holiday and other longer-term damages such as loss of earning if you have to take time off work. For these kinds of damages, you will need to claim holiday compensation. The steps below, covering both those you can do while still on holiday in Sweden, and those you can do when you get home the UK, will make sure you have the best chance of winning a holiday compensation claim.

Steps to take while you are still in Sweden:

• Make sure that you receive proper medical treatment for any injury or illness, there are details on how to access the healthcare system in Sweden as a UK citizen farther down this page. Make sure you write down the names of any doctors who treat you, and you can also ask for a copy of your medical file when you are discharged from the hospital.
• If you intend to claim for any private healthcare on your medical or travel insurance, then contact your insurance firm and let them know.
• If you booked our holiday while you were in the UK from a UK based tour or package holiday company, then you must let them know that you have been incurred or become sick. You can either speak to the local travel rep or call the company. Be sure to write down the names of anyone you speak to.
• If you are involved in an accident such as a car crash while you are on holiday in Sweden, then you need to make sure that the police are informed of it. If they don’t turn up at the scene of the accident, you should either call them or report the accident at the local police station. Write down the names of any police officers you speak to.

Steps to take when you return to the UK:

• Call your insurance firm and let them know you are back in the UK, and that there should be no more overseas medical bills.
• Go and visit your GP or the local hospital to have your illness or injury checked over. This will also make sure that the injury or illness is recorded within the UK health system.
• If you previously notified your UK holiday company of the accident, injury or illness, then call them once you are home to make sure that have all the details and facts of the incident.
• Call Legal Expert on the number at the bottom of this page to learn how our No Win No Fee claims service can help you to get the compensation you are eligible for.

The two links below give more detailed information on claiming for overseas accidents, and claiming from a package holiday company:

Claiming holiday compensation for accidents that happened overseas

Claiming for holiday compensation against UK based travel vendors

How to Contact the Emergency Services in Sweden

If you suffer from are possible to make. However, the first concern is to deal with the emergency while you are still on holiday in Sweden. Below you will find the phone numbers of the emergency services in Sweden and also the British Embassy if you need help from the UK Government while on holiday.

• General emergency line – 112 – you will be asked which emergency service you need.
• SOS alarm – 113 13 – this is for non-emergency use, such as reporting a road traffic accident.
• Medical advice hotline – 1177.
• Local police – 11 414 – for non-emergency use only.
• British Embassy Stockholm – +46 (0)8 671 30 00.

The numbers above will help you carry out the steps we previously outlined, to give you the best chance of winning a holiday compensation claim, such as:

• Receiving proper medical care.
• Informing your package holiday company.
• Informing your insurance firm.
• Contacting the police to report an accident.

Medical Treatment After an Accident in Sweden

If you have suffered an injury abroad what to do is not always initially apparent. You don’t know how the local health services operate, and you don’t know where the local healthcare facilities are.

Sweden participates in the reciprocal healthcare scheme with many other European countries, using the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). If you are a UK citizen who is injured or becomes sick while on holiday in Sweden, as long as you have a valid EHIC you can gain access to free healthcare in Sweden and expect to receive the same medical treatment as Swedish nationals. However, EHIC doesn’t cover ever cost of medical care, some things are explicitly excluded such as:

• Medical repatriation back to the UK.
• Ongoing treatment as an outpatient.
• Non-emergency dental care and surgery.

If you try to use your EHIC for any of the reasons above, you will be denied and asked to pay the medical costs yourself. If you don’t have your EHIC with you on holiday in Sweden, or you have lost it, then you can call +44 191 218 1999 and speak to the Department of Health Overseas Healthcare who will issue you a Provisional Replacement Certificate. Applying for an EHIC is simple, you just following the link below to begin the process.

Apply for a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)

Another option for receiving medical treatment while you are on holiday in Sweden is to use the services of a private healthcare provider. You will need to pay the medical bills yourself unless you have a health or travel insurance policy that will cover the costs. Be warned, you must contact your insurance firm to pre-approve any medical treatment that you need to be administered. Failure to do so could leave you having to foot the bill yourself. These days, your insurance firm will probably liaise with the private healthcare provider in Sweden and pay the medical bills. In very rare cases, you might need to pay the medical bills in cash, and then claim the cost back from your insurance firm when you get home to the UK.

Compensation Claim Time Limits in Sweden

There are certain time restraints on making holiday compensation claims for accidents, injuries and illnesses that happened in Sweden. You will find details of these time-limits in the table below:

Package Holiday Injury Claims in Sweden

If we look at holiday accidents statistics, relating to UK holidaymakers, we find that the majority of those who have some kind of trouble such as an accident, injury or illness while on holiday in Sweden, have booked through a UK passed package holiday firm. This is a major consideration when claiming holiday compensation. This is because all UK tour and package holiday companies are governed by the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992. Although it is important to note that this legislation only applies to holidays that were booked in the UK. Check the list below, if you booked a holiday in the UK through one of these travel firms, you should be protected by this legislation:

• MyTravel
• Olympic Holidays
• Royal Caribbean
• Saga Holidays
• Thomas Cook Holidays
• Thomson Holidays
• Virgin Holidays
• Airtours Holidays
• Balkan Holidays
• Crystal Holidays
• Direct Holidays
• First Choice Holidays
• Kuoni
• Libra Holidays
• Monarch Holidays

Legal Expert has plenty of experience in claiming holiday compensation for clients who booked their holiday in the UK through a UK based travel vendor. Call us at the number at the bottom of this page to find out how we can help you.

Injury Claims We Can Help with In Sweden

In general, the level of safety in Sweden for holidaymakers from the UK is fairly high. That being said, accidents can and do happen, and illnesses can be picked up anyway. Here at Legal Expert, we deal with many types of holiday compensation claims relating to holidays in Sweden, with the most common being:

• Hotel accidents – caused in many ways such as electrocution from faulty room fittings, falling from a balcony, or accidents caused by faulty pool or gym equipment.
• Food-related illnesses – caused by eating improperly cooked or stored food in a restaurant or hotel dining room.
• Slips, trips and falls – caused by wet, dirty or damaged walkways.
• Road traffic accidents – either as the driver or the passenger of a car or motorcycle.
• Skiing accidents – caused by faulty equipment or inadequate professional supervision.

These are some of the most common causes to claim holiday compensation after a trip to Sweden. There more, so if nothing on the list above fits your case, give us a call to find out how we can help you.

Hotel Accident Claims

There are many ways that a hotel resident can contract an illness or be injured in while staying in a hotel in Sweden. The most usual ways that we see UK holidaymakers come to some type of harm are:

• Food-related illnesses due to bad food being served in the hotel dining room.
• Accidents that happen in the gym area, through badly maintained exercise equipment, or lack of proper supervision.
• Slips, trips and falls on a floor that has not been cleaned, or has been left wet.
• Injuries such as an electric shock, caused by faulty electrical fittings in a hotel room. Accidents that happen in the pool area, due to bad maintenance, or lack of professional supervision.
• Accidents in the swimming pool and pool area due to bad maintenance or lack of proper supervision.

Restaurant Illness, Accident or Food Poisoning Claims

Food-related illness are quite common amongst UK holidaymakers visiting a foreign country, simply because they do not have the natural immunity to the local bacteria. The main ways that food-related illness is contracted are:

• Food that has been undercooked.
• Food that has been reheated and served.
• Food that has been stored at the wrong temperature.
• Food that has been left out as part of a buffet for too long.

Slips, Trips, and Falls

Slips, trips and falls are one of the most common types of holiday accidents we deal with here at Legal Expert. They can happen in many different ways, including:

• Slipping on a wet or dirty floor while you are on holiday in Sweden.
• Falling down stairs due to insufficient lighting while you are on holiday in Sweden.
• Slipping on tiles in the pool area while you are on holiday in Sweden.
• Tripping on a torn carpet while you are on holiday in Sweden.
• Missing a step as you get on or off some form of transport while you are on holiday in Sweden.

Sweden Skiing Compensation Claims

In Sweden, skiing accident statistics show that UK holidaymakers are at risk when enjoying this winter sport. This is especially true of beginner skiers, who often do not understand the many dangers associated with this sport. Sweden is one of the most popular skiing destinations for UK holidaymakers, and there are many ways that accidents and injuries can happen, such as:

• Accidents caused by faulty or badly maintained ski equipment.
• Accidents caused by skiers overestimating their skill level.
• Accidents caused by beginner skiers not receiving the correct supervision and training.
• Accidents caused by skiers straying on to unsafe areas of snow.

If you are the victim of a skiing accident while on holiday in Sweden, then Legal Expert can help you claim the compensation you are entitled to.

Car and Road Traffic Accidents in Sweden

When we look at different countries and count the road accidents abroad Sweden is quite a safe place to drive. Every year, there are less than 400 fatal road traffic accidents in the whole country. This does not mean you can get involved in a car crash in Sweden, but the chances are fairly low. If you are in a road traffic accident while on holiday in Sweden, be sure to do the following:

• Make sure you receive proper medical attention for your injuries.
• If you are driving a hire care, notify the hire company.
• Make sure that the police are informed of the incident.
• Be sure to let your travel company that you have been involved in an accident while on holiday.

Legal Expert has plenty of experience in claiming compensation for road traffic accidents that happened abroad, so call us in the number at the bottom of the page to begin your claim.

Do I Need to Use a Swedish Solicitor for My Claim?

There is no clear advantage to be had in using a local lawyer in Sweden to make a holiday compensation claim. The national claims service operated by us at Legal Expert is efficient, risk-free and effective. Give us a call on the number at the bottom of this page so we can help you start your claim.

No Win No Fee Holiday Compensation Claims

Legal Expert offers a holiday compensation claims service under a No Win No Fee agreement for most of our clients. Under this kind of Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), we don’t charge anything to begin your claim or any ongoing legal fees. If we should lose your claim, you won’t owe us anything at all. The only time we will levy a fee, is if you receive a compensation payment. Therefore, this is a financially risk-free way to make a holiday compensation claim for an accident, injury or illness that occurred while you were on a trip to Sweden.

Top 16 biggest cities in Sweden

• Stockholm
• Göteborg
• Malmö
• Uppsala
• Västerås
• Örebro
• Linköping
• Helsingborg
• Huddinge
• Jönköping
• Norrköping
• Lund, Sweden
• Haninge
• Umeå
• Gävle
• Solna

Start Your Claim

If you believe that you have a valid reason to make a holiday compensation claim for an injury, accident or illness that occurred while you were on holiday in Sweden, then call Legal Expert today on 0800 073 8804. We will spend some time asking you questions and making sure we have all the details of your case, before offering you some free legal advice on what you should do next. In most cases, this will be to use the national No Win No Fee holiday claims service that we operate, to get you the maximum amount of compensation that you are entitled to.

Useful Links

British Embassy Stockholm

Skarpögatan 6-8

Box 27819

115 93 Stockholm

Sweden

Tel: +46 (0)8 671 30 00

Web: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-stockholm

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

British Embassy Stockholm Consular Section

Address: Skarpögatan 6-8

Box 27819

115 27 Stockholm

Sweden

Tel: +46 (0) 8 671 30 00

Web: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-stockholm

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

At the link below, you will find detailed information which has been published by the NHS for UK citizens who need to gain access to healthcare services and medical treatment while they are on holiday in Sweden.

Sweden healthcare for UK holidaymakers

By Stephen Hudson. Last Updated 4th September 2025. At Legal Expert, we understand that not all injuries are visible. Psychological harm—such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—can be just as devastating as a physical injury. If someone else’s negligence has caused you mental suffering, you may be entitled to make a psychological injury claim.

Whether your trauma followed a car accident, workplace incident, medical negligence, or another type of accident, the law recognises the right to seek compensation for both physical and psychological damage. Evidence such as medical records, a formal diagnosis, or even a diary of your day-to-day struggles can all strengthen your case.

Our specialist solicitors are experienced in securing compensation for psychological injuries of all severities, from short-term anxiety to life-changing PTSD. We work on a No Win No Fee basis, so you can pursue justice and the support you deserve with no upfront cost. Contact Legal Expert today for free, confidential advice about starting your claim.

What Is A Psychological Injury Claim?

Psychological injuries can be just as devastating as physical ones—and they’re equally valid grounds for compensation when caused by someone else’s negligence or criminal actions.

Whether you’re suffering from PTSD after a traumatic accident, anxiety triggered by workplace bullying, or depression linked to medical negligence, you may be entitled to claim damages.

These can include general damages for pain and suffering, as well as special damages for financial losses like lost income or therapy costs. Crucially, recognised psychological conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and emotional distress must be supported by medical evidence to build a strong case.

The amount of compensation you could receive depends on several key factors, including the severity of your condition, how it impacts your daily life, your long-term prognosis, and whether a duty of care was breached.

Claims for psychological injury can arise from a range of situations—road traffic accidents, workplace incidents, medical negligence, or violent crimes.

If you think you may have a claim, speaking with our experienced personal injury solicitors can help you understand your options, gather the necessary evidence, and guide you through the legal process with confidence.

If you’d like to learn about the key points on psychological injury compensation claims, why not check out our video below:

What Is The Eligibility Criteria For A Psychological Injury Claim

In order to have a valid mental health claim, you must be able to prove that you suffered your psychological injury due to someone breaching their duty of care towards you.

There are various instances where you are owed a duty of care, these include:

• In the workplace – Your employer owed you a duty of care under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. Per this duty, they must take reasonably practicable steps to ensure your safety whilst working and in the workplace. As part of adhering to this duty, your employer has a responsibility to comply with other relevant health and safety laws. 
• In public places – Anyone in control of a public space (an occupier) owes a duty of care under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957. All occupiers must take all the necessary steps to ensure your reasonable safety while you are using that public space for its intended purpose.
• On the road – Road users owe a duty of care under the Road Traffic Act 1988. They must navigate the roads in a way to avoid causing harm to themselves and others. Additionally, they need to follow the Highway Code.

To see if you could be eligible to make a psychological injury claim, you can contact one of our friendly advisors. They can help answer your questions and offer you free advice.

Examples Of When You Could Make A Psychological Injury Claim

As we discussed above, you could suffer a psychological injury in various types of incidents, including a workplace accident, a car crash or a public place accident. However, to have a valid mental health claim for the psychological injury you have suffered, you must prove that you were owed a duty of care, and when this was breached, you suffered mental harm.

Some examples of harm that could be included in a claim for a psychological injury include:

• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after a workplace accident. For example, if you were to fall from a height whilst working at a construction site, you could suffer from PTSD as well as a broken arm. Depending on the severity of your psychological injury, this could also prevent you from being able to return to a normal working life.
• Generalised anxiety disorder may develop after suffering injuries in a road traffic accident. You can claim for anxiety in addition to your physical injuries under general damages, which we look at later in this guide.
• You may experience depression due to your injuries. For example, you could break your leg in a pavement accident. This could result in no longer being able to carry out activities that you used to enjoy. You may also require a long amount of time in a plaster cast to recover. Either of these could cause depression.

Remember that you can claim for a psychological injury without suffering a physical injury. As you psychological injury could have been caused by the accident alone.

Call our advisors to discuss when you could make a claim for a psychological injury.

How Do I Prove My Psychological Injury Claim?

One of the most important steps in the psychological injury claims process is collecting evidence. The right evidence can help you prove who is responsible for the psychological harm you suffered, as well as how it occurred and how it will affect the rest of your life.

For example, you may be able to support your claim with evidence such as:

• Medical records: Your medical records may detail how the psychological harm you suffered has affected you, along with the treatment you need to recover.
• Witness statements: Taking the statements of those who have witnessed how your PTSD has affected you, as well as the incident that caused it means that their statements can be taken later.
• CCTV footage: If the incident that caused your PTSD was captured on CCTV, you may be able to request the footage to help prove your claim.
• Symptoms diary: Keeping a diary of how your PTSD has affected you can offer insight into how your life has changed.

These are just a few examples of how evidence can help you support your psychological injury claim. To find out how one of our expert solicitors could help you claim compensation, contact our team today. Or, read on to learn more about claiming for psychological harm.

How Much Compensation Can I Get For Psychological Damage?

Let’s take a look at potential compensation amounts for psychological damage.

Between £66,920 and £141,240 could be awarded for severe psychiatric damage where the injured party has marked problems coping with all areas of life and a very poor prognosis. This is according to the Judicial College Guidelines.

If you are successful in gaining psychological damage compensation, you will receive general damages. These cover the pain and suffering that you have experienced due to your psychological injury.

When assessing general damages, legal professionals may refer to the JCG. This document provides compensation guidelines for different severities of physical and psychological injuries.

We have used the JCG’s brackets for psychological harm in the table below. The first figure in this table does not come from the JCG, and the brackets are not a guarantee of compensation.

Special Damages

Mental health compensation can also take into account how your life is affected financially. A second head of a mental health compensation payout, known as special damages, considers this aspect. Among the expenses you could seek a payment for are:

• A loss of earnings if you can’t work or take on new jobs because of your suffering.
• Prescription fees.
• The cost of therapy or other medical care.
• Payments for travelling to and from appointments.

Collect any documentation you can, including payslips and receipts. Considering the easily identifiable and potentially long-term financial impact your mental harm can have, it is entirely possible that the special damages of psychological injury compensation outweigh the part falling under general damages.

You can call us for a more in-depth look at psychological damage compensation. As well as offering guidance on how payouts for psychological injury claims are calculated, an advisor can give you a better insight into how much compensation you could potentially receive.

Make A Psychological Injury Claim With Our No Win No Fee Solicitors

Now that you know more about the psychological injury claims process, you might be wondering why we always suggest working with a No Win No Fee solicitor. While there is no obligation to claim mental health compensation with the help of a legal professional, it can make the process seem less stressful.

When you make a claim with a psychological damage compensation solicitor, they can help you:

• Gather evidence to support and strengthen your personal injury claim.
• Explain each step of the process, and decode any complex legal jargon that comes up.
• Prepare your claim for trial if it needs to go to court.
• Negotiate the mental health compensation payout that you deserve.

Plus, our psychological injury compensation solicitors work on a No Win No Fee basis by providing their services through a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). Under this kind of agreement, you can get all of these services and more without having to pay a solicitor’s fee:

• Upfront.
• As the claim goes on.
• If the claim fails.

Those who make successful psychological injury claims will pay a success fee to their solicitor. This fee is taken from your compensation as a small, legally-capped percentage, which your solicitor will agree with you as payment for their work before the case begins.

Contact Our Team

For more advice on claiming mental health compensation with a No Win No Fee solicitor, speak to our advisors for free today. You can reach them by:

• Calling 0800 073 8804
• Writing to us using our contact form.
• Messaging us using our 24/7 live chat.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Below, you can find answers to some frequently asked questions on psychological injury claims.

What Is the Time Limit for a Psychological Injury Claim?

Most psychological injury claims must start within 3 years of the incident under the Limitation Act 1980. Exceptions apply if the claimant is under 18 or lacks mental capacity. In these cases, a litigation friend can claim on their behalf, and the 3-year limit is paused until they can act for themselves.

What Is the Difference Between a Primary and Secondary Victim?

A primary victim is directly involved in the accident, such as someone who develops PTSD after being hit by a car. A secondary victim suffers psychological harm from witnessing a traumatic event, like seeing a colleague fatally injured. Neither group needs to have physical injuries to make a claim.

What Are the Legal “Control Tests” for Secondary Victims?

Secondary victim claims must satisfy strict tests set by the courts. You need to show:

• A close tie of love or affection with the person harmed
• That you were present at the accident or its immediate aftermath
• That you had direct perception of the event (e.g. seeing or hearing it unfold)
  Meeting all three is essential for a successful secondary victim claim.

Can I Claim If I Had a Pre-Existing Mental Health Condition?

Yes. You can claim if the accident made your condition worse, even if you already lived with issues such as anxiety or depression. The law looks at the extent of the worsening caused by the incident, and compensation is awarded for that additional harm. Medical records and expert reports will help show the difference between your pre-accident health and your current state.

When Does the Time Limit Begin for Psychological Injury Claims?

The usual limit is 3 years from the date of the accident. However, with psychological injuries, symptoms may appear or be diagnosed later. In these cases, the 3-year period can run from the date of knowledge, which is when you first realised your condition was linked to the accident.

How Do Interim Payments Work in Psychological Injury Claims?

If liability is accepted but your case is still ongoing, you may be able to request an interim payment. This is an advance on your final settlement, often used to cover therapy, treatment costs, or essential living expenses while your claim continues.

Can My Compensation Be Reduced if I’m Partly to Blame?

Yes. If you were partly responsible for the accident, your compensation may be reduced under contributory negligence. For example, if you were 25% at fault, your final settlement would be reduced by 25%.

How Are Long-Term or Chronic Psychological Injuries Treated?

Claims for ongoing conditions such as PTSD, depression, or anxiety disorders consider the future impact on your life. This may include the cost of long-term therapy, medication, and reduced earning capacity. Medical experts will usually provide a prognosis to guide settlement.

How Do Work-Related Psychological Injury Claims Differ?

Employers have a legal duty to protect staff from harm, including psychological harm. Claims can arise from issues like bullying, harassment, or workplace assaults. To succeed, you’ll need to show your employer failed in their duty of care and that this directly caused your condition.

How Do Insurers Challenge Causation in Psychological Claims?

Insurers often argue that psychological harm was caused by other life factors, or that you would have developed the condition anyway. Strong medical evidence and witness statements can counter these arguments and show the accident was the true cause.

What Fees and Costs Will I Actually Pay in a Psychological Injury Claim?

Most psychological injury claims are handled under a No Win No Fee agreement. If your case succeeds, a success fee is deducted from your compensation, capped by law at 25%. Any other agreed costs will be explained upfront, so you know exactly what you’ll take home.

Helpful Links

Some helpful links:

• Get information on car accident claims
• See if you can claim for anxiety after a car accident
• Find out whether you could claim for emotional distress

Thank you for reading our guide, which addresses the question of “how much compensation can be claimed in psychological injury claims?”

By Jo Greenwood. Last Updated 13 August 2025. If you’ve suffered an injury in a boat accident, you naturally may be looking for a lawyer to help you make a personal injury compensation claim. If so, you’ve come to the right place.

Regardless of whether you’ve had an accident on a cruise boat, a yacht or a sailing boat, we can help. Our No Win No Fee solicitors are well-versed in the personal injury claims process and have successfully helped thousands of clients.

To get a free case check today, you can speak with us now by:

• Calling 0800 073 8804
• Writing to us via our contact us form
• Or speak with us now via our live chat box

Can I Claim Compensation For A Boat Accident?

As a boat passenger, you are owed a duty of care by the boat’s operator. They must take all steps to reasonably prevent a boat accident from occurring in order to keep you and their other passengers safe from harm.

Accidents on a boat can happen, but your right to claim compensation stems from whether the operator met this duty at all times.

A boat accident lawyer could help you enter a claim if you’re able to show that:

• The operator owed you a duty of care.
• They failed to uphold this duty.
• This failure led to an accident where you suffered harm.

You are able to claim for physical injuries, psychological damage, or both.

What Is The Time Limit For Starting A Boating Accident Claim?

A boating accident lawyer can help you submit your claim as long as you are still within the legal time limit. Due to the limitation period set out in The Limitation Act 1980, you have three years from when the accident happened to start a personal injury claim.

In certain qualifying cases, the courts might allow an exception, though three years is the general cut-off. To learn more about how long you have to claim and how our expert boating accident solicitors can help your potential case, simply call our free helpline.

Common Accidents On Yachts And Small Boats

There are many potential accidents that can occur whilst on a yacht or small boat including canal boats which can lead to injury and unfortunately even death. Accidents that tend to be the most common on boats are:

• Capsizing – This is when a boat turns on its side or upside down and can be caused by a variety of reasons. Capsizing often results in people falling overboard and also being trapped and possibly drowning.
• Falling overboard – Again, this could happen due to a variety of different reasons but can gave severe consequences.
• Collisions due to poor attention or inexperience.

Accidents on small boats can happen within a split second and can have terrible consequences. Everyone on board should wear a life jacket at all times and be aware of current surroundings and other waterways users.

How Common Are Boat Accidents? 

There were 1,263 reports of incidents and casualties to UK vessels in 2022. This is according to a report by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB). The MAIB is the government unit that is responsible for investigating accidents involving UK sea vessels and UK territorial waters.

When you experience a boat accident, it can cause you to feel isolated and question whether other people have had similar experiences. Although travel by sea is typically safe, this statistic shows that incidents do unfortunately occur. 

Of course, not all injuries relating to boat accidents provide valid grounds for a claim. However, as stated, accidents caused by the negligent actions of another party may make you eligible to start a boat accident claim. 

You can reach out to our team of advisors at any point if you would like to discuss the cause of your accident and determine whether you have a valid claim. We understand that deciding whether to claim for a boat accident can be a difficult decision, especially when there is an overwhelming amount of information available. 

If you speak with an advisor from our team, they will provide you with straightforward answers to your questions and can even perform a free case assessment. This allows them to evaluate the different aspects of your claim and provide you with an estimate for the compensation you could be entitled to.

Examples Of An Accident On A Cruise Boat

There are many scenarios in which you could claim for a boat accident or injury while on a cruise ship. These vessels are very large and not only carry thousands of passengers but also provide an enormous variety of leisure activities. 

Examples of incidents that can occur on cruise ships can include:

• Improperly stacked boxes containing supplies for an onboard restaurant piled dangerously high. One of these boxes fell off the balcony and hit you on the head, causing a severe concussion.
• A loose carpet on a staircase had been reported, but no measures had been taken to repair the hazard. You tripped on the carpet while returning to your cabin and fell down the stairs. Your arm was badly broken in the fall.
• Lack of food safety training resulted in raw meat being stored next to vegetables. You and several other passengers suffered from severe food poisoning.

To get a free assessment of your eligibility to claim boat accident compensation, contact our advisors today.

What To Do If Involved In A Boat Accident

The first thing to do after a boating accident is to report the accident to the MAIB (which we discussed in the previous section). While it is not a legal requirement to report accidents involving pleasure vessels, it is encouraged.

We have also compiled this list of evidence you could collect to support your claim:

• Records of your treatment. For example, if you suffer a serious spine injury, a copy of your X-ray results will be very useful in showing the extent of your harm.
• Take photographs of your injuries, the boats involved in the accident or the cause of the accident if you are able.
• Following a ferry accident, or an accident with another type of commercial watercraft, it is likely there were CCTV cameras on board. If such footage is available to you, you can request a copy of this.
• Anyone who saw the accident take place, either as another passenger or someone ashore, could provide a witness statement. Be sure to take down their contact information.

Gathering evidence is something one of our highly experienced boat accident lawyers could help you with. In addition to helping you compile a thorough body of supporting evidence, a boating accident lawyer will ensure your claim is brought within the relevant time limit.

To find out if you are eligible to work with one of our highly experienced personal injury solicitors, call our advisory team for a free assessment today.

I Had An Accident Working On A Boat – Can I Claim?

Every employer owes a duty of care to their employees, as stated under the Health and Safety at Work etc.Act 1974. Per their duty of care, they must take reasonable and practicable steps to ensure the safety of their employees whilst they are in the workplace and performing work-related duties. Some examples of ways your employer could enforce their duty of care include:

•       Providing adequate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where appropriate.
•       Ensuring their staff have received efficient training.
•       Performing regular risk assessments and maintenance checks.

If you suffer injuries in a boat accident whilst working on said boat due to your employer breaching their duty of care, you may be eligible to make an accident at work claim.

You can contact our advisors today if you have been involved in an accident on a boat to see if you could be eligible to make a personal injury claim. They can also offer you free advice and answer your questions.

Compensation Payouts In Boat Accident Claims

You could receive between £344,150 and £493,00 for a very severe brain injury. Although we have provided some more guideline compensation figures below, we cannot guarantee the amount of compensation you could be entitled to. This is due to the fact that one person’s claim can be hugely different to another’s, even if the circumstances are similar.

If you make a successful boat accident compensation claim in the UK, you could be awarded compensation that covers both your suffering and your financial losses. Compensation awarded under the general damages head of claim is to cover the pain and suffering caused by the boat accident. For any financial losses linked to your suffering, you could be awarded special damages.

When working out a value for the general damages head of claim those responsible for doing so would revert to any medical evidence you have along with possibly a publication from the Judicial College known as the JCG. This publication lists many injuries and illnesses that are aligned with compensation guideline brackets. Some of which we have included in the table you can see below. Please note that the very top entry has not been taken from the JCG, and although the other brackets have they are merely guidelines.

Special Damages

There are a number of items that you should be sure to include when making boat accident compensation claims, such as:

• Medical Expenses – Any extra costs incurred as a direct result of your accident and injury should be included. This may include prescription fees or counselling costs etc.
• Care Claim – Anyone who has had to take time out of their own life to help take care of you due to the extent of your injuries, can also make a claim alongside yours to claim back any lost income and also to claim for any emotional distress they have suffered due to your accident.
• Travel Expenses – As well as covering any extra travel costs that are of direct consequence of your accident such as travelling to hospital appointments for example will be covered. But also, if your vehicle has had to undergo any adaptions to cater for your injuries, these will also be covered.
• Loss of earnings – Any income lost or expected future income loss can be included in your claim.
• Funeral Costs – If it is a loved one that had a boating accident and lost their life, you can claim for their funeral costs.
• Bereavement Award – Again, if a loved one has lost their life due to a boating accident, you can receive compensation via boat accident claims for the emotional pain and suffering of loved ones they leave behind.

Give us a call at Legal Expert for more help and advice about claiming compensation for a boat accident.

Can I Claim On A No Win No Fee Basis?

If you were injured in a boating accident caused by someone else breaching their duty of care, you might be wondering how a solicitor could help you if you have an eligible claim. Our specialist personal injury solicitors could help you through a number of areas of your claim, including gathering evidence and explaining legal jargon. They can help you get as much money from your claim as possible.

Our team also work on a No Win No Fee basis by offering their clients a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). Under a CFA, you generally aren’t required to pay any upfront or ongoing fees to your solicitor for their work on your boat accident claim. Plus, if your compensation claim fails, your solicitor won’t take a fee for their services.

Your solicitor only collects what is known as a success fee if your case leads to a settlement in your favour. The fee is a small percentage of your compensation, with a legal cap in place due to the Conditional Fee Agreements Order 2013 to make sure that you get to keep a majority share of what you receive.

How Can Our Solicitors Help With Your Boat Accident Claim?

If you’ve been injured in a boat accident, our team of solicitors can help with the following services:

• Analysing the chances of your claim succeeding.
• Helping to draft witness statements.
• Arranging a medical examination at a time and place of your choosing.
• Collecting strong evidence.
• Calculating your boat injury compensation amount.
• Negotiating and communicating with the other party.
• Preparing legal documents in case your boat accident compensation claim goes to court.
• Explaining all the legal terms related to your claim.
• Informing you about the time limit relevant to your claim.
• Updating you regularly about the progress of your case.
• Providing research and statistics relevant to your accident.
• Referring you to mental health organisations and charities, if required.
• Guiding you through communicating with official bodies.
• Answering all your questions patiently.