Leg Injury Compensation

Leg Injury Compensation

Leg injuries can be very unpleasant and cause a vast amount of difficulty if mobility is affected. A fracture, break, torn calf muscles, varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis are all very common leg complaints.  Leg injury claims can occur in any environment and cause a lot of pain to an individual.

The limited mobility and also relying on others to help with simple day to day chores adds to the suffering and irritation a person has to tolerate from a leg injury. Although you may feel well enough to work, the incapacity to travel can mean it is not possible commute to work. Victims of leg injuries often find they have to give up manual work and take a less physically demanding job.
Apart from the pain and suffering of the leg injury, you may also suffer financial losses. These can form part of a leg injury compensation claim on the basis you have evidence to establish them.
Leg Injury Claim Amounts

These figures are a guide to what compensation a person may receive for their leg injury claim.

  • Minor cuts and bruises to knees with complete recovery up to £3,500
  • Severe fractures to leg bones with incomplete recovery up to £17,000
  • Fractured ankle £7,000 to £14,000
  • Dislocation of kneecaps and torn cartilage, weakness and future disability up to £15,750
  • Serious Knee Injury £35,000 to £50,000
  • Loss of both legs £125,000 to £145,000
If you are of the opinion that your leg injury has been caused by an accident which is someone else’s fault then you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injuries.