Arm Injury Accident Claims Guide – How Much Compensation Can I Claim?

By Jo Jeffries. Last Updated 27th January 2023. Welcome to this guide to arm injury claims. On this broken arm claim page, there’s a full guide to making an arm injury compensation claim for accidents causing an injured arm in a public place or at work. It also answers questions such as ‘What is the average payout for a broken arm in the UK?’, ‘How much is an arm worth in compensation in 2022?’ and ‘How much compensation do you get for an elbow injury?’ We look at what compensation payouts for an arm injury claim include and explain how our solicitors could help you claim compensation for an arm injury that was someone else’s fault.

We discuss the use of a broken arm compensation calculator when getting guidance on arm injury claim payouts. We’ll provide guidance on a payout for arm injuries from car accidents too. Furthermore, we cover the average settlement for a broken arm at work in the UK.

If you have recently suffered any form of an arm injury caused by an accident that was not your fault, you may be able to claim compensation. Below, we help you learn how to calculate arm injury claim payouts, whether you’ve looking for broken arm compensation or have suffered another type of arm injury.

Claim Compensation for An Arm Injury with Our Specialist Solicitors

You may decide that you do not have enough spare time to read all of this guide. If this is the case, you can call Accident Claims UK on 0800 073 8801, and we will happily talk you through the process of starting a compensation claim for an arm injury. More importantly, we will offer free legal advice and help you with your case.

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A Guide To Making Arm Injury Claims

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This guide to making compensation claims for arm injury caused by an accident that was the fault of a third party is intended to educate you on the legal process that your personal injury lawyer will follow when claiming an arm injury on your behalf. In this guide, you will find information such as:

 

Making An Arm Injury Claim? Your Questions Answered

Throughout the duration of this guide, we aim to provide you with information, statistics, and address the following questions:

  • How are arm injuries caused?
  • Could a third party’s negligence cause an accident?
  • If I suffer an arm injury, could I make a claim?
  • Are there funding options to assist me when making a claim?
  • Am I required to begin my claim with a certified timeframe?
  • What is the average payout for a broken arm in the UK?
  • How much compensation do you get for an elbow injury?

By the time you read this guide, you will have the answers to the questions listed above, plus many others. However, it is worth noting that the characteristics of personal injury claims can differ from case to case. Therefore, if we fail to address the factors that contribute to your case, do not worry. All you need to do is reach out and speak to our team.

When you reach the end of this guide, if you need more information on arm injury claims, or need some questions answered, then please call Accident Claims UK on the number at the end of this guide, and we will do our best to help you.

Time Limation Period To Claim Arm Injury Payouts

When taking legal action, the only caveat is that you must make your claim within the personal injury claims time limit. For cases involving adults over the age of 18, the limitation period is three years from the accident date. However, there are exceptions to this timeframe, such as:

  • The 3-year period would come into action from the date a medical diagnosis is provided, which clearly states that a third party has caused the injuries or damages.
  • A litigation friend would be appointed to represent cases of children under the age of 18. You can click here to learn more about litigation friends and their duties.
  • A third party can be appointed under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 to handle a claim if someone’s injuries have rendered them unable to handle their own case.

If you are unsure whether your case meets the criteria listed above, please reach out and speak to our team. One of our advisers would be more than happy to assist you and give you advice regarding arm injury claims.

What Are Arm Injuries?

In short, arm injuries are when you endure damage, such as a broken bone, sprain or musculoskeletal disorder after an accident. Arm injuries can take many forms, such as:

  • Damage to the hands, fingers or thumbs including fractures and dislocation injuries.
  • Damage to the joints of the shoulder, elbow or wrist, including fractures or dislocation injuries.
  • Breaks in the bones of the arm, the lower bones and also the upper bones. Simple, complex or compound fractures of one or multiple bones.
  • Damage to the muscles of the arm, tears, sprains and tendon damage.
  • Full amputation of the arm, at the shoulder, above the elbow or below the elbow.

When you claim for arm injury compensation, the amount you receive will depend on the severity of the injury, more on this in the section below. Call Accident Claims UK on the number at the end of this guide to learn more about arm injury claims.

How Serious Can an Arm Injury Compensation Claim Be?

Arm injuries can range from something trivial that is nothing more than an annoyance, all the way to full amputation of both arms or a severe disability. The severity of the arm injury is generally driven by the type of accident that caused it. For example, a car crash arm injury claim is generally going to be for a more severe injury than one caused by tripping over a broken paving slab.

Depending upon how severe your arm injury is, and the effect it will have on your life in the long-term, or permanently, then you would be able to claim compensation not only for the pain and suffering of the injury itself but also the long-term effect the injury will have upon your quality of life.

If you are ready to make your claim or have a specific question, why not call Accident Claims UK on the number at the end of this page to assist you.

What Bones Are There in Your Arm? – Could You Claim Broken Arm Compensation?

Your personal injury solicitor will make a claim for compensation based on the severity of your injury. Bone fractures are one of the most serious of all arm injuries, as these are large bones, that take time to heal. The bones of your arm are:

  • The humerus – this is the largest bone in the arm, and it runs all the way from the shoulder at the top of the arm, which then joins with the elbow, and connects to the lower arm bones. This is one of the largest bones in the human body.
  • The radius – this is a lower arm bone, that runs down from the elbow on the inside of the arm, opposite the ulna.
  • The ulna – the second lower arm bone, opposite the radius, which runs down from the elbow to the writs.

These are the bones of the arm. There are of course a large number of bones in the wrist, hand, fingers and thumbs. You will find a link at the end of this guide that explains every bone in the wrist and hands in further detail.

Making an arm injury claim with our help

If you are ready to begin an arm injury claim, please contact Accident Claims UK on the number at the top of this page to speak to our team. Alternatively, refer to the contact section of this guide to see the other contact methods we provide. Or to learn more about arm injury claims, please keep reading.

What Are the Most Common Injuries to The Arms?

Unfortunately, various factors could contribute to an accident that may cause an arm injury. For instance, some of the most common types of arm injuries are:

  • Major arm injuries:
    • Breaks to the humerus, radius or ulna.
    • Damage to the muscles and tendons of the upper or lower arm and shoulder.
  • Elbow injuries:
    • Repetitive strain and overuse injuries.
    • Tennis elbow.
    • Golfer’s elbow.
    • Dislocation of the elbow.
    • Torn ulnar collateral ligament.
  • Wrist and lower arm injuries:
    • Fractures (often multiple)
    • Muscle strains and sprains.
    • Damage to the bones connecting the hands.
  • Hand and finger injuries:
    • Muscle strains and sprains.
    • Fractures to the finger and thumb bones.
    • Dislocation of a finger or thumb.

These are some of the most common types of arm injuries; however, please note that there are many more. Whatever your arm injury is, if a negligent third party is a fault,  Accident Claims UK can help you claim for it. Call us on the telephone number at the end of this guide to find out how. Alternatively, if you’d like to know more about arm injury claims, please continue reading.

Arm Injuries Caused by A Fall – Why Claim Arm Injury Compensation?

There are several reasons why you may wish to claim compensation for an arm injury. For example, you may have been impacted physically, emotionally and financially as a result of your injuries. However, in order to claim injury claim payouts, you’d need to prove that a third party breached the duty of care they owed you and caused you harm as a result.

This could be an employer who failed to uphold the duty of care they owed you under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. Alternatively, it could be the person in control of a public space who breached the duty of care they owed under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957. Or it could have been another road user who failed to navigate the roads in a way that reduced the risk of harm to others. 

For find out whether you’re eligible to claim for arm injuries from car accidents, an accident at work or a public place accident, get in touch on the number above. 

Workplace Arm Injury Claims

Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, every employer is required by law, to provide a healthy and safe working environment for its staff at all times. Thankfully, the Act and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) outline various measures that can be implemented to create a safer environment, such as:

Should an employer fail to adhere to health and safety law, their negligence could result in poor practice or insufficient safety precautions. In return, their actions could result in the development of a hazardous condition, or, existing hazards could go unacknowledged. As a result, this could cause employee harm.

If an employee does suffer harm for this reason, we could provide guidance that may be more useful than knowing the average settlement for a broken arm at work. We could provide a rough estimate based on the specifics of your case.

At the very end of this guide, you will find links to UK Government information on Health & Safety regulations. Accident Claims UK can help you claim for an arm injury at work. Give us a call on the number down at the bottom of this page, and we will explain how.

Arm Injury At Work Statistics

Using the latest figures from the HSE, we’ve put together the graph below to illustrate the number of upper limb injuries that were sustained in workplaces in 2020/21.

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Injuries to the arm would fall under the ‘rest of upper limb’ column, which would also include elbow injuries. But as you can see, this form of injury outnumbered the others, which just goes to show how prevalent they are.

So if you’ve suffered harm at work and want to learn more about arm injury claims, simply call our team on the number at the top of this page.

Road Traffic Accidents Leading to Arm Injuries

Although they are one of the most common types of accidents, road traffic accidents (RTA’s) are incredibly unpredictable events that can cause various degrees of physical and psychological trauma. Arm injuries from car accidents could be possible. They could range from relatively minor to life-changing in severity.

If you are involved in a road traffic accident that was not your fault, either as a driver of a passenger, then it could be possible for you to claim compensation for your arm injury. Call Accident Claims UK on the number at the end of this page to proceed with a claim.

Road Traffic Accident Statistics

As we have previously mentioned, a road traffic accident could have a serious impact on your health and well-being. From head injuries, PTSD, to arm injuries, car accidents can cause a variety of implications. Within this section of the guide, we wanted to take a moment to highlight some statistics that could be of relevance to those whose arm injuries are in connection to a road-related incident.

According to the Department for Transport, in 2020, even though there were travel restrictions in place for 4 months, 115,584 people were injured on the roads of Great Britain. The level of severity of these injuries was generally only slight, but 23,529 were killed or seriously injured during this period, according to the provisional figures. It wasn’t just car occupants that were affected though. You can see from the numbers below that there were significant casualties that included cyclists, motorcyclists and even pedestrians.

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Understandably, if you are involved in a road-related incident that wasn’t your fault, you may question how much compensation you could be awarded. The amount of compensation you could be entitled to will consider the damages caused, the severity of the damages, and whether there are future complications.

If you’ve been injured in a road traffic accident and want to learn more about making arm injury claims, please get in touch.

What Should You Do If You Suffer an Arm Injury?

Before you claim for an arm injury, there are a number of things you can do to maximise your chances of making a successful claim, these include:

  • Record video or take photographs – of the scene of the accident and its cause. For example, a damaged carpet in a restaurant that caused you to trip.
  • Inform the police – in an accident such as a road traffic accident, make sure the police were informed of the event.
  • Get witness details – names, addresses, etc. This is so that you can call on their testimony if required.
  • Fill in the accident book – if the accident happened at work, make sure to fill in the company accident book.
  • Get medical treatment – at a hospital or clinic so that the NHS has a record of the injury and how it was caused.
  • Contact Accident Claims UK – so that we can help to begin making your arm injury claim on your behalf.

Why is evidence so important in arm injury compensation claims?

When you make an allegation that somebody else has caused you to suffer an arm injury, you can be sure that their insurer will argue their defendant’s case if possible. Initially, they could argue that the accident that you’re basing your arm injury claim on wasn’t the defendant’s fault. Then they could try to say that your injuries didn’t happen as a result of the accident. If you can’t prove that they are wrong, your arm injury claim could be lost or you might not be compensated at the correct level.

Evidencing your arm injury claim

This is why evidence is crucial when seeking compensation for your suffering. To help prove that the accident took place, you could use CCTV footage or witness statements as described above. However, one more piece of evidence that could help is an accident report form. Therefore, if your accident happened in a public place or at work, report it. By law, the details of the accident should be recorded including the date, time and location of the accident. This report, which you’re allowed a copy of, makes denying the incident occurred very difficult.

Proving your injuries is also a key part of being compensated properly. Therefore, don’t just settle for first aid if you’re worried about the extent of an arm injury. Visit A&E, a walk-in centre or your GP, to have your injuries assessed and treated correctly. At a later date, you could request a copy of your medical records so that they can be filed with your arm injury claim.

How to Make a Compensation Claim for An Arm Injury?

Accident Claims UK has a simple process for starting a personal injury claim. It works like this:

  1. Call us at the number at the end of this guide.
  2. We will ask you questions about your injury and the accident that caused it.
  3. We will offer you some free legal advice on what your next actions will be.
  4. In most cases, we will offer our No Win No Fee claims service as the best way to make an arm injury claim.
  5. We make your claim on your behalf; you pay nothing for us to do this.
  6. You receive a compensation payment, and you pay our fees.

Call Accident Claims UK on the number at the end of this page for more information on arm injury claims.

Case Study – Arm Injury Compensation Claim

In this case study, typical of those we see ourselves, a young man was working on a construction site and got his fingers caught between a mechanical digger and a roller.

This resulted in the full amputation of two fingers on his left hand. As a result, he had to take several weeks away from work and lost earnings in doing so, even though he was able to claim benefits to cover this period away from work.

Following a number of consultancy sessions with a physiotherapist, it was decided that the man would be fitted with a pair or prosthesis to replace his two fingers cosmetically, no function would be restored.

Following a successful compensation claim, the man received £80,000 in compensation for the pain and suffering of the injury, the loss of earnings, and also to effect on his life in the future.

What Could You Claim for After an Arm Injury?

Any compensation you receive for an arm injury compensation claim will consist of several different types of damages, and these could include:

  • Special damages:
    • Care costs
    • Medical fees
    • Travel expenses
    • Loss of earnings
    • Loss of future earning potential
  • General damages:

When seeking compensation, having evidence will play a critical role, ensuring you receive an appropriate award. For instance, if you have suffered physical or psychological trauma, you will be required to attend a medical assessment. A medical report will be produced that details the injury type, severity, and long-term implications by attending a medical examination with an impartial professional.

In contrast, if you’ve experienced financial loss, you will be required to provide evidence of the loss. Thankfully, you can supply various types of financial documentation to support your claim — such as receipts, credit scores, and bank statements.

For a better idea of the types of damages you could claim, please call our team on the number at the top of this page.

Typical Payouts For Personal Injury UK

You might be wondering, ‘what are the typical payouts for a personal injury in the UK?’. For an injured arm sustained at work, in a public place, or while driving, there are no standard settlements. However, you may get more of an idea of the worth of your claim using the table in the next section of our guide.

You could also potentially use an online compensation calculator for an estimate of your claim. However, these cannot always take into account all the factors of your claim, such as special damages. As such, tools like a broken forearm claim calculator could generate settlements that are inaccurate.

We recommend you get in touch with our advisors for a more accurate estimation of your claim. They take into consideration both general and special damages, including if you have suffered additional psychological injuries, to give you a more accurate estimation of what you might be owed.

You can also speak with our advisors who can provide free consultations of your claims and may connect you to one of our lawyers. They could also aid you furthermore if you’re unclear about the injured arm compensation procedure.

Average Settlement For Broken Arm UK

If you’re looking for insight into the average settlement for a broken arm in the UK, we should point out that each broken arm claim is calculated on its own facts and circumstances. For example, the following factors can be taken into consideration when valuing your broken arm claim:

  • Severity of the injury
  • Future prognosis
  • Type of injury

Generally, though, settlements can comprise up to two heads of claim. General damages could be included in a successful claim to compensate for a claimant’s pain and suffering and impact on their lives. Special damages could be included to compensate for out-of-pocket expenses caused by the injured arm. This can include loss of earnings and care costs.

Instead of looking for an average settlement for a broken arm in the UK or searching for a broken arm calculator online, you can use the table below. We’ve used figures from the Judicial College Guidelines, a publication that legal professionals can use when valuing the general damages portion of claims made in England and Wales. 

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Injury Severity Notes Compensation
Thumb Moderate Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the thumbs that will heal fairly quickly. £9,670 to £12,590
Thumb Serious Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the thumbs, excluding fractures that will take quite some time to heal fully. £12,590 to £16,760
Thumb Very serious Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the thumbs, and both simple of compound fractures that will take a long time to heal and may result in some loss of use. £19,600 to £35,010
Thumb Loss Amputation of one thumb. £35,520 to £54,830
Hand Moderate Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the hands that will heal fairly quickly. £5,720 to £13,280
Hand Less Serious Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the fingers, excluding fractures that will heal fully within just a few weeks. £14,450 to £29,000
Hand Serious Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the hands, excluding fractures that will take quite some time to heal fully. £29,000 to £61,910
Hand Loss Either through amputation or permanent loss of function. £96,160 to £109,650
Hand Loss (both) Either through amputation or permanent loss of function. £140,660 to £201,490
Wrist Minor Damage to the soft tissue of the wrists, cuts, lacerations, sprains and abrasions. £3,530 to £4,740
Wrist Less Serious Such as simple fractures and sprains which will heal in the short-term but leave the wrist immobile whilst healing. £6,080 to £10,350
Wrist Serious Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the wrists, excluding fractures that will take quite some time to heal fully. £24,500 to £39,170
Wrist Severe Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the wrists, and both simple of compound fractures that will take a long time to heal and may result in some loss of use. £47,620 to £59,860
Arm Moderate There will have been significant disabilities, a substantial degree of recovery will have taken place or will be expected. £19,200 to £39,170
Arm Less Severe (Injuries Resulting in Permanent and Substantial Disablement) Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the fingers, excluding fractures that will heal fully within a few weeks. £39,170 to £59,860
Arm Severe Damage to tendons, muscles, ligaments and very minor fractures of the arms, and both simple of compound fractures that will take a long time to heal and may result in some loss of use. £96,160 to £130,930
Fractures of the Forearm Simple Simple fractures to the bones of the forearm that will heal fully in time. £6,610 to £19,200
Arm fracture Less Severe Simple fractures to the bones of the upper arm that will heal fully in time. £15,650 to £32,010
Arm fracture Severe Multiple fractures to the bones of the forearm and upper arm that will take a long time to heal and may result in some loss of use of the arm. £96,160 to £130,930
Injuries to the Elbow Less Severe Injuries Injuries causing impairment of function but not involving major surgery or significant disability. £15,650 to £32,010
Injuries to the Elbow Moderate or Minor Injury Full amputation of the arm above the elbow. Up to £12,590

To get further insight into how much such a claim could bring, please call our team. We would be happy to assess your claim for you.

Arm Injury Compensation – No Win No Fee Claims

You may consider taking legal action if a negligent third party caused an arm injury. Here at Accident Claims UK, we firmly believe that those affected by negligence should have the opportunity to take legal action, seek compensation and receive justice, regardless of their financial status. It is for that reason why our solicitors operate on a No Win No Fee basis.

“A No Win No Fee agreement may also be referred to as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA)”.

Accident Claims UK offers our No Win No Fee claims service to all UK residents, as a simple and effective method for claiming arm injury compensation. Key benefits of this service include:

  • Nothing to pay to start a claim.
  • No ongoing legal fees.
  • No charge at all if no claim is made.
  • Only pay our fees when you receive a compensation payment.

How Do No Win No Fee Broken Arm Compensation Claims Work?

Before your solicitor works on your claim, they’d send you a document to sign. This Conditional Fee Agreement would set out the success fees you’d pay to your solicitor when your claim ends. You would only pay this small, legally capped percentage of your payout in the event that your claim brought you compensation.

Once you’d signed the document, your solicitor could begin working on your claim. They’d pull together all the evidence available to make a strong case for you. They would then negotiate for the maximum compensation possible. Should your case be rejected by the liable party, it might be appropriate to take your claim through the courts. Your lawyer would support you in doing so, and fight for compensation on your behalf.

What happens when my arm injury claim ends?

When your payout came through, they’d deduct the fee you’d agreed to, and the balance of the payout would be for your benefit. Should your claim fail for some reason, the success fee and your solicitor’s costs would not be taken from you.

For more information about this claims service, call Accident Claims UK on the number below.

Let Our Specialist Team Help You Claim Broken Arm Compensation

Accident Claims UK has a proven track record of successfully securing our clients’ compensation across a range of arm injury compensation claims. We always do everything that we can to ensure you receive the maximum amount of compensation possible and give you the best chance to win your claims case. 

“Our claims team are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week”.

Thankfully, our personal injury claims team are always on hand to answer any questions you may have, and we will keep you updated regularly on the state of your claim.

Call Accident Claims UK on the number below to start your claim today.

Contact Accident Claims UK Today About Arm Injury Payouts

You’ve nearly finished our guide to arm injury claims. Throughout, we have provided you with a lot of information, facts and measures to take into consideration. So, it is more than understandable if you have any follow-up questions or concerns. 

“Our team are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.”

Now that you have read our arm injury guide, you might feel that you are ready to begin your arm injury compensation claim. If that is the case, then we are here to help. If you’d like to speak with an adviser regarding your case, please use one of the following methods:

Useful Links Relating To Arm Injury Payouts

As we enter the final section of this guide to arm injury claims, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for reading our guide. We hope you have found it of use. Now that you are familiar with the claims process, naturally, you may consider researching some of the topics we covered in greater detail. Well, look no further, because we have included several resources for you to look at.

A guide to work-related injury claims

At the link we have given here, you will find a full guide to making a compensation claim for slip, trip and fall accidents:

A guide to slip, trip and fall claims

Click the link to read our guide on slip, trip and fall-related claims.

What are my legal rights after an accident at work?

Check out our guide to learn about your legal rights after an accident at work.

Safety at work info

At the link we have given here, you will find information about Health & Safety in the UK:

UK Health & Safety info

Learn about the supermarket accident claims process with our helpful guide.

Arm Injury Claims FAQs – How Much Broken Arm Compensation Could You Receive?

What kinds of accidents might lead to arm injuries?

The kinds of accidents that might lead to an arm injury include accidents at work, in public places or on the road. Sporting injuries can also affect the arm, and these could be claimed for if the accident was caused by negligence, for example, if the sports pitch was poorly maintained leading to injury.

Who will I claim against when I make an arm injury claim or broken arm compensation claim?

This depends on the kind of accident you’ve been involved in, and who is responsible for your injuries. An accident at work will see you claim from your employer, an accident in public will be claimed for from the occupier of the space, and injuries in a car accident will be claimed for from the at-fault driver’s insurance company.

Would it cost much for a solicitor to represent me in a claim for arm injury compensation?

If you choose to have a solicitor who charges an hourly rate represent you in your claim, then this may become expensive particularly if the case is a complex one that requires a lot of work on the solicitor’s part. Our No Win No Fee agreement means that you won’t pay a penny until you receive your compensation, and you’ll always receive the majority of the compensation awarded to you.

What are the two heads of injury claims? How are arm injury payouts calculated?

Personal injury claims are made up of general damages, which compensate you for the pain and inconvenience that your injuries have caused you, and special damages which cover any financial losses or out-of-pocket expenses you’ve incurred because of the accident.

How long does an arm injury take to heal?

For a mild injury like a strain or sprain, the recovery could be anywhere between a couple of weeks to a month or two. Severe arm injuries may take a substantial amount of time to heal, as they may require medical attention, surgical repair and physical therapy.

Can I make a claim for arm injury payouts if I have received a later diagnosis after an accident?

The limation period would begin from the moment a medical professional diagnoses your injury, meaning you would have 3-years to kick-start your claim.

Do I need a solicitor based in my home town to handle my case?

In short, the answer to this question is no. Thankfully, we can connect you to our panel of solicitors that can offer to handle claims regardless of location. A solicitor will keep you updated by speaking over the phone, sending emails, or meeting in person.

How long do injury claims take to settle?

There are a lot of factors to take into consideration when looking at how long a personal injury claim is likely to take. Complicated claims where the injuries are severe or liability is in dispute can take some time to settle, whereas simpler claims involving less severe injuries could be settled in a matter of months.

Could I make an arm injury claim for someone else?

You could make an arm injury claim for someone else by applying to act as a litigation friend. You could make the application to become a litigation friend when making a claim for a child, someone with reduced mental capacity or physical capacity. The compensation award would not usually come to you, however. When you make child accident claims compensation would usually go into a trust for them to access once they reach adulthood.

What is the average payout for a broken arm in the UK?

The average payout for a broken arm in the UK for a simple forearm fracture is difficult to determine. However, according to the Judicial College Guidelines 16th edition, it could vary between £6,610 to £19,200. This figure is only a guide though. Your compensation award will vary depending on the complexity of the injury and other factors. Please call us for further guidance on this.

How much compensation do you get for an elbow injury?

How much compensation you get for an elbow injury would depend on how severe or complicated it is. You would need to visit an independent medic. They would assess your injury and write a report. This could be used to determine your award for pain and suffering.

When do I pay my solicitor in a No Win No Fee arm injury claim?

When your compensation comes through, the success fee would be deducted from your eventual payout.

How do I start an arm injury claim?

We could help you with this. Please call our team for free legal advice and to get started with a claim.

What could be included in compensation payouts for an arm injury claim?

There are different damages that could be included in compensation payouts for an arm injury claim. Firstly, you could claim damages for the pain and suffering you’ve experienced as a result of the injuries. Plus, the impact on your ability to enjoy your life as usual (loss of amenity). This is known as general damages. Further to this, you could claim damages for the financial impact of your injury. For example, if it stops you from working and you lose income because of this, you could include loss of earnings within your claim. This is known as special damages.

I injured my arm, how much is it worth in compensation in 2022?

For the latest compensation payouts for an arm injury, we have used figures from the Judicial College guidelines in the table earlier on in our guide.

This publication’s latest edition was released in April 2022. It gives guideline payout amounts for a range of Injuries to the arm and other parts of the body. 

Please note, however, that your compensation payout for an arm injury claim would be specific to your case. it could also include special damages such as loss of earnings and medical expenses, for example. As such, the settlement you receive won’t necessarily match the figures in the table.

If you injured your arm, find out how much it is worth in compensation in 2022 by calling our team on the number above. An advisor can provide a free evaluation and give an accurate estimate of how much your claim may be worth.

How long do I have to make an arm injury claim?

The usual personal injury claims time limit is 3 years from the date of the accident or the date you became aware that your injury was a result of negligence. However, in some cases that could be exceptions to this.

Please call us if you are concerned about how much time you might have to launch your claim. 

Why shouldn’t I use a broken arm compensation calculator to give me accurate guidance on compensation?

The specific facts and circumstances of your case would dictate your compensation amount. For example, a person’s broken arm may require them to take significant time away from work. Plus it could have an impact on their ability to enjoy sporting activities. However, another person’s broken arm might heal fully within several weeks.

As such, a broken arm compensation calculator may not be able to assess your case’s specific circumstances. Therefore, it would could provide an inaccurate figure.

For a more accurate estimate, get in touch with our team of advisors.

Could I claim compensation for an arm injury caused by medical negligence?

If, for example, you attend the hospital with symptoms of a fractured arm, you would expect the professionals to provide you with the correct standard of care. If you suffer undue harm due to a breach of the hospital’s duty of care towards you, you could be eligible to claim medical negligence compensation. You would be claiming for the additional harm you suffered because of the negligence, however, not for the initial injury.

If you would like to speak to us about claiming compensation for an arm injury exacerbated by medical negligence, please call our team. We’d be happy to help you.

How common is medical negligence?

As you can see below, the NHS accounts for 2020-21 show that clinical negligence cost the NHS a significant amount of money in this accounting period. It is not known how many or if compensation payouts for an arm injury claim are included within this figure.

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Hopefully, you will have more information about the legal process of making an arm injury compensation claim. For further insight into how to calculate arm injury claim payouts, call us.  Contact our team today if you’re looking for broken arm compensation or have suffered another type of arm injury.