You may be able to claim compensation of around £2,990” for a shoulder injury caused by another person's negligence where it has been a minor soft tissue injury. If the injury has involved nerve damage or permanent disability you may be able to claim as much as £58,610. How much you will receive will depend on the facts of your case, the type of injury and the extent of your loss.
Any accident can lead to more than just pain. Your car crash shoulder injury, health and safety workplace failing or slipping in a public place can lead to your missing out on income, having bills to pay, struggling to get around and more. This is what a compensation claim can help with.
To discuss your situation with us, call 0800 0891 331. There is no obligation to proceed, and the initial assessment is free.
How much compensation for a shoulder injury?
People pursue shoulder injury claims for all sorts of reasons. The injury might have come from:
- A car accident
- A motorcycle accident
- A cycling accident
- Being struck by an object falling from height
- A slip or trip accident
- A heavy lifting accident
The type of injury matters and each of the following, where liability can be established, is compensable:
- A fractured shoulder
- A dislocated shoulder
- A fractured collarbone
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Separated shoulder
- A frozen shoulder and other muscular injuries
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The type of injury matters and each of the following, where liability can be established, is compensable:
Minor (iii): Up to £2,990: Soft tissue injuries that clear up within three months
Minor (ii): £2,450 to £4,350: Recovery within a year
Minor (i): £5,310 to £9,630: Soft tissue injuries persisting for up to two years
Moderate: £9,630 to £15,580: Frozen shoulder or lingering symptoms that are not permanent
Serious: £15,580 to £23,430: Pain extending into neck and arm, grip weakness, restricted movement
Severe: £23,430 to £58,610: Brachial plexus injuries or other damage with lasting consequences
This is a general damages award which is an award for the injury alone, pain, and suffering. In addition to this, you might be entitled to special damages with refers to compensate for loss of earnings, treatment costs, travel expenses for hospital visits, and future needs such as ongoing care. The total award can be significantly higher when both heads of claim are combined.
Case Studies
Chana v Lipa (2012)
The claimant was involved in a road traffic accident and sustained a soft tissue injury to his right shoulder. Pain and tenderness were experienced and some functional impairment. The court awarded £11,651.68 RPI for pain and suffering.
Barton v NIG Insurance (2011)
Another road traffic accident case. The claimant had a soft tissue injury to his left shoulder with minor neck and chest injuries. The court awarded £3,106.29 RPI for pain and suffering.
C (A CHILD) v Northampton General Hospital (2005)
The injured party had left brachial plexus injuries caused by delivery complications. The court awarded £43,878.16 RPI for pain and suffering.
How to claim shoulder injury compensation
If you are suffering from a shoulder injury due to someone else's carelessness, you could be entitled to claim compensation. It all begins with a free consultation. One of our personal injury solicitors will examine your case and advise you of your eligibility to claim.
Collecting the correct evidence can have a huge impact. Medical records, photographs of the accident scene, details of witnesses and proof of your financial losses (payslips, travel receipts to attend appointments) all support a claim.
In Scotland, you normally have three years from the date of injury to start proceedings. If your injury only becomes apparent much later, or if you were under 18 at the time, other rules apply.
We handle shoulder injury claims on a no win no fee basis. You do not pay anything unless your claim succeeds.
Frequently asked questions
It can vary enormously. A relatively minor soft tissue injury, which settles within a few months, can be awarded anything up to £2,990. Whereas significant injuries involving nerve damage, permanent disability and the like can be awarded anything between £23,430 and £58,610, and more. And that is not including special damages towards loss of earnings and treatment costs.
It depends on your injury and how significantly that has affected your life and career and the costs that you have incurred. A solicitor, after examining your medical evidence and situation, can provide you with a much better idea.
Usually by a physical examination performed by a doctor, who will test your movement, strength and pain response. X-ray, MRI scan or ultrasound might be used afterwards to rule out fracture, rotator cuff tear, dislocation or damage to soft tissue.
Rotator cuff injuries are more prevalent than most. The shoulder joint is surrounded by the rotator cuff, a group of muscles and tendons that prevent dislocation of the joint. These are prone to strains, inflammation, partial and complete tears. Workplace injuries, falls, road traffic collisions and repetitive overhead activity are the common contributing factors.
Are you thinking about making a shoulder injury claim?
The numbers here are not guaranteed. Our personal injury solicitors do, however, endeavour to achieve the highest settlement permissible in each case, based upon the nature of your injury, the impact it has had upon your daily life and your prognosis.
Our shoulder injury compensation calculator provides an initial guide. For a more accurate estimate, contact one of our advisers on 0800 0891 331. The call is free, and you are under no obligation to proceed further.
