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£150,000 Compensation For A Broken Jaw

By Cat Way. Last Updated 2nd January 2024. Have you suffered a broken jaw in an accident that was not your fault? If you can prove that the accident was caused by the negligence of another party, then you could make a broken jaw claim for compensation.

We are Legal Expert, we are a trusted Legal Advisor, who work with some of the top personal injury solicitors in the country, some of which have over 30 years experience of helping victims of broken jaw accidents claim compensation. Call us today to speak to one of our friendly advisors about your case. We can determine whether or not you have a legitimate case to claim broken jaw compensation, how much money your broken jaw settlement could be worth and we can match you to the right solicitor to win your case, at no extra cost to you. Call us today on 0800 073 8804 to begin your broken jaw claim.

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Claiming for a jaw injury

In this case study, we are going to look at the case of Miss J, whose name we have abbreviated to protect her privacy. At the time that she was awarded compensation, she was 20 years old and was studying at university. Miss J’s broken jaw accident happened nearly a decade earlier when she was just 11 years old. The accident happened when Miss J was a passenger in the backseat of a car, which collided with another car whilst travelling at speed. Although Miss J was wearing a seat belt, her head, neck, and shoulder were jolted forward, and her jaw was damaged upon impact, causing her severe pain.

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  1. What Injuries Did The Claimant Sustain?
  2. When Can I Make My Own Broken Jaw Claim?
  3. How Long Do I Have To Claim Broken Jaw Compensation?
  4. What Evidence Can Support A Broken Jaw Claim?
  5. How Much Could I Claim For A Broken Jaw
  6. No Win No Fee Solicitors For Broken Jaw Compensation
  7. Useful Links

What Injuries Did The Claimant Sustain?

At the time of impact, Miss J badly dislocated her jaw. These symptoms worsened after the accident, leaving her unable to fully open her mouth, chew solid food, or in time the ability brush her teeth and wash herself. In time the condition deteriorated further, locking and swelling, causing Miss J considerable pain and disrupting everyday activities such as talking, sleeping and eating.

As well as physical injuries Miss J also suffered psychological damage, falling into deep depression when her symptoms worsened, which impacted her quality of life. What’s more, her secondary school education as she constantly missed, or had to leave school when her symptoms caused her too much pain.

What broken jaw treatment did Miss J have to undergo for her injuries? At first Miss J received treatment that would only provide temporary relief, which was regular and intrusive. After multiple scans, her doctors decided the best option Miss J would be joint replacement surgery. This broken jaw treatment, unfortunately, is not a permanent cure for a broken jaw. Consultants advised that Miss J would need a replacement procedure within 20 years of the initial procedure and then another replacement procedure every 25 years after that. Unfortunately, with every operation, her condition would worsen and she still requires the same regular broken jaw treatment that she was currently undergoing.

The Allegation And The Compensation Award

Miss J’s legal team came to a broken jaw settlement with the Defendant out of court. The figure Miss J received in broken jaw compensation was £150,000 in damages. This included £28,000 awarded for general damages and a further £62,000 awarded in special damages to cover future medical expenses.

Broken Jaw Diagnosed

If a broken jaw has been diagnosed, a solicitor can help you recover compensation.

When Can I Make My Own Broken Jaw Claim?

To be eligible to make a broken jaw compensation claim, you will need to meet the personal injury claims eligibility criteria. This is:

  1. Someone owed you a duty of care.
  2. They breached their duty of care.
  3. Due to this breach, you suffered an injury to your jaw.

You are owed a duty of care in various places. Some examples include:

  • Any individual or organisation in control of a public place (the occupier) must ensure that visitors will be reasonably safe while on the premises. This is the duty of care that occupiers owe members of the public. It is set under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957.
  • Everyone using the roads owes a duty of care to other road users to navigate in a way that prevents damage and injury to themselves as well as to other road users. Part of this duty entails adhering to the rules and regulations set in the Highway Code as well as adhering to the Road Traffic Act 1988.
  • Your employer must ensure, as far as reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of their employees. This is the duty of care you are owed while at work as set under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (HASAWA).

In order to seek compensation for a broken jaw, you must have evidence that proves your broken bones occurred as a result of a breach of a duty of care that was owed to you.

If you need any further advice, or if you would like to discuss the incident that caused your facial fractures, reach out to a member of our advisory team.

Vehicle Accidents

Vehicle accidents can cause injuries to the jaw.

How Long Do I Have To Claim Broken Jaw Compensation?

Generally, you will have three years to start a broken jaw compensation claim. This begins on the date of your injury, as set out by the Limitation Act 1980. However, there are some exceptions.

If you are under eighteen when you are injured, the time limit is suspended until your eighteenth birthday. It then begins and runs until you turn twenty-one. A litigation friend can make your claim on your behalf at any time while the limit is suspended.

The time limit is frozen indefinitely for those who lack the mental capacity to make a claim for themselves. It will only reinstate if they regain the correct capacity. Otherwise, a litigation friend can make the claim on their behalf.

To learn more about time limits, personal injury claims, and the average settlement for a broken jaw, contact our team today.

What Evidence Can Support A Broken Jaw Claim?

Collecting evidence is a vital step in the personal injury claims process. Your evidence must prove that your jaw is broken and this occurred as the result of a breach of a duty of care that was owed to you.

Evidence that you could obtain to support a personal injury claim for a broken jawbone includes:

  • A copy of your medical records. If you sought medical attention for your broken jaw symptoms, you could submit these, along with copies of any x-rays that were taken.
  • Witness contact information. If anyone saw the accident that resulted in your fractured jaw, you could note their contact details so they can provide a statement later in the claims process.
  • Accident reports. For example, the police may attend vehicle accidents. You can submit a copy of the police report.
  • Accident book. If your fractured jaw occurred in an accident at work, there may be an accident log book. An accident book is a legal requirement for workplaces that employ 10 or more staff members. It should be filled in with your details, information on the accident and the time and date.
  • Photographs. If you have any pictures of the accident scene, you can submit them.
  • Videos. You can submit footage of the accident that caused your broken jaw, such as from CCTV or a dashcam.
  • Jaw symptoms diary. You may also keep a diary that documents the impact the facial trauma is having on your daily life. For example, if you can only eat soft foods or require a liquid diet, you could note details of this in a journal.

For free advice on what evidence could be submitted to support your compensation claim for a fractured jaw, contact our advisory team.

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How Much Could I Claim For A Broken Jaw

You may like to know more about the average settlement for a broken jaw. However, there are a lot of different factors that determine how much a personal injury claim is worth. These make settlements different from each other. For example, more severe fractures will generally be awarded a higher figure than a minor fracture.  Therefore, knowing the average settlement for a dislocated jaw may not be helpful for you. Instead, we look at how compensation could be awarded in a successful claim.

If your personal injury claim is successful, your award may consist of two parts: general and special damages.

General damages compensate for the physical and mental pain and suffering your broken jaw has caused you. To help decide a figure for this part of your dislocated jaw claim, those responsible for valuing claims may refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). This document lists various guideline compensation brackets next to different injuries. 

Our table below looks at a few figures that could be relevant to a dislocated jaw. They were taken from the 16th edition of the JCG. We’ve also included an extra row at the top that shows how your compensation could be awarded when considering multiple injuries and special damages.

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Injury Severity Details Possible Compensation
Multiple severe fractures and other injuries plus expenses Very Serious Settlements may include compensation for multiple jaw fractures, other injuries such as facial scarring and any incurred expenses, such as lost wages and oral surgery costs. Up to £150,000+
Facial Disfigurement Very Severe Scarring This JCG bracket applies to relatively young parties who suffer a very disfiguring cosmetic effect and a severe psychological reaction. £29,780 to £97,330
Facial Disfigurement Less Severe Scarring In this bracket, the claimant has substantial disfigurement that causes a significant psychological reaction. £17,960 to £48,420
Facial Disfigurement Significant Scarring The claimant has some cosmetic disability but the worst effects have been reduced by plastic surgery. Their psychological reaction has diminished to relatively minor proportions or it was not great at the outset. £9,110 to £30,090
Jaw Fractures Very Serious (i) This bracket covers very serious multiple fractures that result in prolonged treatment and permanent consequences. £30,490 to £45,540
Jaw Fractures Serious (ii) The claimant will suffer permanent consequences from a serious fracture. £17,960 to £30,490
Jaw Fractures Simple (iii) In this bracket, the fracture is simple and required immobilisation, but the claimant made a complete recovery. £6,460 to £8,730
Tooth Damage Significant The injured party suffers significant, chronic pain over a number of years along with significant general tooth deterioration. Up to £38,130
Tooth Damage Serious (i) The claimant has lost several front teeth or suffered serious damage to these. £8,730 to £11,410
Skeletal Injuries Multiple Fractures (b) The claimant has permanent facial deformity due to multiple facial bone fractures. £14,900 to £23,950

As every claim is different, the table above does not represent the value of your settlement.

Special Damages For A Dislocated Jaw

Some settlements may include special damages. This part of your compensation reimburses you for any financial losses that have been caused by your dislocated jaw. This can include compensation for:

  • Your medical care, such as therapy, physical therapy, and prescriptions.
  • Loss of earnings for time spent off work in recovery.
  • Meal replacements. For example, your treatment may require your jaw to be wired shut to return it to the correct position. During this time, you may need a liquid diet.

You should submit any evidence you have of your expenses, such as receipts and payslips.

If you have any questions about how your compensation could be awarded in a claim for a dislocated jaw, contact a member of our advisory team. They can also provide you with an accurate valuation and advise you on what you could claim for under special damages.

No Win No Fee Solicitors For Broken Jaw Compensation

If you wish to sue for broken jaw compensation, or claim damages for an accident where you experienced a dislocated jaw, or other jaw injury, but you don’t want the stress of paying an upfront solicitor’s fee then Legal Expert can help you. We can match you to a solicitor that offers a Conditional Fee Arrangement (CFA), also known as a no win no fee arrangement. No win no fee solicitors allow you to only pay your fees, if your broken jaw claim is successful, taking the financial risk out of your compensation claim process.

Call Legal Expert today, on 0800 073 8804 or email us at info@legalexpert.co.uk to begin your claim. Our friendly advisors are looking forward to receiving your call.

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Useful Links

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