If you've suffered a broken arm or other injuries due to an accident that wasn't your fault, you could be entitled to make an arm injury compensation claim.
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Arm Injury Claims
If you’ve suffered an arm injury that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to compensation. A specialist arm injury claims solicitor can assess your case for free and help you secure compensation for your pain, suffering, medical expenses and other related financial losses.
An arm injury, whether it is a broken arm, a wrist sprain or a repetitive strain injury, can significantly affect your life and ability to work, drive or even eat on your own. This could be due to a road traffic accident, a slip, trip and fall, an accident at work or many other incidents.
Call 0800 470 0472 today for a free consultation with a legal adviser or request a call back. You can find out within minutes if you are eligible to make an arm injury compensation claim and can ask any questions you have about the claims process, with no obligation to proceed.
Key points about arm injury claims
- Eligibility: You may be able to claim if your arm injury was caused by an accident at work, in public, or on the road due to another person’s negligence.
- Negligence Examples: Faulty machinery, slipping hazards, or road collisions are common causes of arm injuries.
- Time Limit: You typically have 3 years from the date of the injury or date of knowledge to make your claim, with some exceptions.
- Compensation: Amount depends on the injury type and severity, mobility loss, treatment needs, and financial impact.
- No Win, No Fee: Your solicitor will handle your case on a no win, no fee basis, so you only pay a fee if they win your claim.
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What are arm injury claims?
An arm injury claim is a type of personal injury claim that can be made by anyone who sustained an arm injury due to someone else’s negligence.
This legal process may allow you to seek compensation for both the physical and psychological impact of the injury, as well as any related financial losses and expenses.
To succeed in a claim for an arm injury, you must be able to prove how the injury occurred, who was at fault, the extent of your arm injury and its impact on your life. This guide will explain everything you need to know to make a successful arm injury compensation claim.
Can I claim compensation for an arm injury?
Yes. If you suffered an arm injury due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to make a claim. A personal injury solicitor can assess your case for free during a consultation over the phone, but a claim is usually possible if:
- Another party owed you a duty of care.
- They acted negligently and breached that duty.
- Their negligence caused an accident.
- You suffered an injury as a direct result.
Even if you were partly at fault for your injury, you may still be eligible to claim compensation. However, your settlement could be reduced to reflect your contributory negligence.
Who pays for an arm injury compensation claim?
Typically, it is the defendant’s insurer who pays compensation for a personal injury if your claim is successful. Based on the circumstances of an accident, arm injury claims could be brought against:
- An employer who did not follow the guidelines dictated by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, resulting in an accident at work.
- A driver who caused a road accident leading to your arm injury by breaching the Road Traffic Act 1988.
- The owner of a supermarket, shopping centre, restaurant, shop or other privately owned business where the premises were not properly maintained in accordance with their duties under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957.
- A landlord who failed to carry out necessary maintenance and repairs according to the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
- The local council, if it failed to maintain public places like roads, pavements, parks, schools, playgrounds and swimming pools in good repair and safe for visitors.
- Another individual, if you are the victim of an unprovoked assault or a dog attack, for example.
In some cases, compensation may be paid by a specific organisation. For example, the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) handles criminal injury claims, and the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) deals with claims involving uninsured or unidentified drivers.
How long do I have to claim for an arm injury?
Usually, the time limit for personal injury claims is three years after the date of injury or date of knowledge, in line with the Limitation Act 1980. Exceptions apply in some circumstances:
- A child injury claim can usually be made at any time before the child’s 18th birthday by a litigation friend, and the injured child then typically has three years from their 18th birthday to start a claim.
- There is generally no running limitation period while an injured person lacks mental capacity, and a litigation friend may be able to bring a claim on their behalf during that time.
- If you suffered an injury due to a violent assault, you could make a claim through the CICA within two years.
How much arm injury compensation could I receive?
Compensation for arm injury claims is calculated on a case-by-case basis, based on two types of damages:
- Special damages – awarded for all the past and future financial expenses related to the accident, such as medical treatments, loss of earnings, care costs and adaptations to your home or vehicle.
- General damages – awarded for your pain, suffering and loss of amenity, including scarring, disfigurement and loss of enjoyment of life.
According to the guidelines published by the Judicial College 18th Edition , you could receive the following compensation awards for your arm injury, depending on your specific circumstances:
| Injury Type | Description | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Arm Injuries | A simple forearm fracture | £8,700 - £25,000 |
| A less severe arm injury with an expected near-full recovery | £25,000 - £52,000 | |
| A serious fracture of one or both forearms causing permanent functional or cosmetic disability | £52,000 - £79,000 | |
| A severe arm injury falling just short of amputation | £127,000 - £173,000 | |
| Amputation Of Arms | Amputation of one arm below the elbow | £127,000 - £145,000 |
| Amputation of one arm above the elbow | £145,000 - £173,000 | |
| Amputation of one arm at the shoulder | In excess of £181,000 | |
| Amputation of both arms | £318,000 - £396,000 |
How do I make an arm injury compensation claim?
The arm injury claims process typically follows these steps:
- Seek immediate medical attention to treat and document your injury.
- Report the accident to the liable party and gather supporting evidence.
- Speak to a solicitor for a free case assessment.
- Investigate your case and go to an independent medical assessment.
- Send a letter of claim to the defendant and await their response.
- Begin negotiations or issue court proceedings if liability is denied.
- Settle your claim and receive your compensation.
How much will it cost to make an arm injury claim?
If you are entitled to compensation for a broken arm or another arm injury, the personal injury lawyers we work with may offer you a no win no fee service, which means that:
- You do not have to pay anything up front to start your claim.
- There are no hidden charges or financial risks.
- Your solicitor will handle the entire claims process on your behalf.
- You will be given support and advice at every step.
- You won’t pay your solicitor if your claim is unsuccessful.
You will only have to pay a success fee to your solicitor after receiving compensation. The success fee is subject to a legal cap of 25% of certain parts of your compensation, and you will agree the amount from the start.
What evidence will I need to support my claim?
You will need various types of evidence to start your arm injury compensation claim. This must prove how your injury occurred, who is at fault and the impact on your life. Examples of supporting evidence include:
- Medical records – both records from your GP or hospital, as well as a report from an independent specialist that your solicitor will arrange for you for free.
- Photographic evidence – Pictures of the accident scene taken from different angles, and of your injury and recovery process.
- Accident reports – If you were injured at work or on private premises, make sure your accident gets recorded in the company’s report book and ask for a signed copy.
- Police reports – If you were the victim of a hit-and-run accident or got injured in a violent assault, a copy of a police report can help support your claim.
- Witness statements – Statements from witnesses can help assess liability and help corroborate your version of the events.
- CCTV recordings – If a CCTV or dash cam captured how you got injured, make sure to ask the owner for a copy of the footage before it gets erased.
- Proof of financial losses – This could include wage slips to show lost wages from taking time off work or receipts for medication or physiotherapy needed to aid your recovery.
What type of arm injuries can I claim compensation for?
If you suffered an injury due to another party’s negligence, you could receive arm injury compensation for your damages. The most common types of injuries seen in arm compensation claims include:
Common accidents that lead to arm injury claims
You might be able to make an arm injury claim after suffering an arm injury because of someone else’s negligence. Common accidents leading to compensation claims include:
- Slips, trips and falls – Injuries can occur when you try to break a fall with your hands and can range from minor cuts and bruising to sprains, strains and fractures.
- Accidents at work – Finger injuries account for 48% of arm and hand injuries and are common in manufacturing, construction and retail industries.
- Sports accidents – Claims may be possible if arm injuries result from faulty equipment, poor training, poorly maintained facilities, or other forms of negligence.
- Violent attacks – A criminal assault or dog bite can cause you to suffer cuts, lacerations, penetrating wounds and even severe damage to the muscles and bones in your arms.
- Road traffic accidents – Road traffic collisions can result in road rash, fractures or dislocations, particularly affecting vulnerable road users like pedestrians, cyclists and motorbike riders.
- Holiday accidents – Falls in hotels, swimming pool accidents and incidents during outdoor activities can lead to various arm injuries.
The above list is not exhaustive. As long as your accident was the result of somebody else’s negligence, you might be able to claim compensation.
Call 0800 470 0472 today or request a call back for a free assessment with an arm injury solicitor to assess your eligibility and how much compensation you could receive.
