At Thompsons Solicitors, we understand the emotional and practical challenges that come with such an injury. Our expert team of amputation compensation lawyers is dedicated to helping you secure the maximum compensation available and with our No Win No Fee promise, you’ll have complete peace of mind throughout the process.
What Are Amputation Compensation Claims?
An amputation compensation claim is a legal process that helps people who have lost a limb or body part as a result of someone else’s negligence. This could be due to a road traffic accident, workplace incident, medical negligence or infection.
These cases differ from standard personal injury claims because they involve lifelong consequences including ongoing treatment, prosthetic requirements, home adaptations and psychological adjustment. Our specialist team understands the complexity of such claims and works to ensure that every aspect of your loss is recognised and compensated.
For more information, visit Amputation Compensation Claim FAQs
Types of Amputation Injuries Covered
Thompsons Scotland represents clients in a wide range of amputation injury cases. Every claim is handled with care, attention and expertise.
Partial or Full Limb Amputation
We represent clients who have suffered the loss of fingers, hands, arms, legs or feet. Whether the amputation is partial or complete, we recognise how profoundly it impacts mobility, independence and livelihood. Thompsons works closely with medical and rehabilitation specialists to ensure your compensation reflects both the physical and emotional toll.
Traumatic vs Surgical Amputation
Some amputations occur instantly due to trauma. For example, in road traffic collisions or industrial accidents. Others are surgical and carried out when a limb cannot be saved due to severe injury, infection or medical negligence. Each situation raises different legal and evidential considerations and our amputation injury lawyers have the experience to guide you through both.
Multiple or Double Amputations
When more than one limb is affected then the claim becomes more complex and the potential compensation higher. Thompsons’ amputation claim solicitors have extensive experience pursuing multi-limb claims that require specialist prosthetic, rehabilitation and lifetime care planning.
Who Can Make an Amputation Compensation Claim?
You may be able to make an amputation injury claim if your loss resulted from another party’s negligence. Examples include an employer, driver, healthcare provider or manufacturer.
Claims can be made by:
- The injured person themselves.
- Dependants of someone who has died as a result of the injury.
- Parents or guardians acting on behalf of a minor.
- Even if the responsible employer or organisation has ceased trading, Thompsons can still pursue compensation through their insurers.
For more detail, see Types of Compensation for Amputation Injury
How the Amputation Claim Process Works
At Thompsons, we aim to make the process as straightforward and supportive as possible.
- Free consultation: We discuss your situation and assess the strength of your case.
- Evidence gathering: We obtain medical reports, witness statements, and documentation to establish liability.
- Negotiation: We handle all correspondence with insurers or defendants to secure fair compensation.
- Settlement or litigation: Most claims settle without going to court but if necessary, our expert amputation injury claim solicitors will represent you throughout litigation.
Learn more about each stage of our Amputation Injury Claim Process.
No Win No Fee for Amputation Compensation Claims
We understand that financial stresses should never stop anyone from seeking justice. With this in mind, Thompsons operates on a No Win No Fee basis which means you pay nothing upfront and you pay nothing at all if your claim is unsuccessful.
If your claim succeeds, our fees are transparent and agreed upon in advance. This allows you to focus entirely on recovery, rehabilitation and rebuilding your life
How Compensation Is Calculated for Amputation Injuries
Every amputation claim is different and compensation is carefully calculated to reflect both current and future needs.
Typical elements that make up a claim, include:
- General damages: For pain, suffering and loss of amenity.
- Special damages: Covering medical expenses, prosthetic limbs, home or vehicle adaptations and lost earnings.
- Future care and rehabilitation: This can include physiotherapy, counselling, retraining and mobility support.
Learn more about the Types of Compensation for Amputation Injury
Living with an Amputation Injury
Adjusting to life after an amputation involves far more than physical recovery. Many clients face long-term challenges with mobility, confidence, employment, and mental wellbeing.
Thompsons supports clients through every stage, from helping to arrange specialist rehabilitation and prosthetic fitting, to advising on home or vehicle adaptations and psychological care.
For more advice, see Living With an Amputation Injury
Claiming Amputation Compensation in Scotland
Thompsons Solicitors has offices and local networks across Scotland to ensure support is available wherever you are.
Edinburgh
We assist clients throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians and handle serious injury and amputation claims arising from road, workplace and medical incidents.
For more information on amputations claims in Edinburgh
Glasgow
Our Glasgow team specialises in industrial, public, and construction-related amputation claims, representing clients across the Central Belt.
For more information on amputations claims in Glasgow
Aberdeen
We have extensive experience in offshore, oil and gas, and workplace-related amputations across the North East.
For more information on amputation claims in Aberdeen
Dundee
We serve clients across Tayside and Angus and our Dundee amputation claim solicitors offer local expertise backed by national resources.
For more information on amputation claims in Dundee.
Dumfries & Borders
We provide accessible legal support across southern Scotland, including Dumfries and the Scottish Borders to ensure rural clients can access justice and rehabilitation.
For more information on amputation claims in the Scottish Borders and Dumfries.
Amputation Compensation Claims FAQs
- Prosthetics
- Rehabilitation costs
- Loss of income
- Pain and suffering,
- Home or vehicle adaptations.
With decades of experience in serious injury law, Thompsons Scotland is recognised as one of the country’s leading firms for amputation claims. Our approach is client-centred, compassionate, and results-driven.
What we offer that sets us apart:
- Have a proven record of success in high-value amputation injury claims.
- Work closely with medical professionals and rehabilitation specialists.
- Prioritise your recovery and long-term wellbeing.
- Operate on a transparent No Win No Fee basis across Scotland.
Contact Our Amputation Compensation Lawyers
If you or a loved one has suffered an amputation due to negligence, you don’t have to face it on your own. Thompsons’ specialist amputation lawyers are here to help you secure the compensation and support you deserve.
Contact our amputation compensation lawyers today to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation and start your claim.
