Electric Shock At Work Compensation Claims

Have you been injured as the result of an electric shock? If so, you may be entitled to make a no win no fee electric shock compensation claim

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Employers are legally required to protect you at work. If you suffered an electric shock injury at work, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

Electric shocks can happen in any workplace where electrical systems or equipment aren’t properly maintained. Employers must ensure safe working conditions, and when they fail to put the proper precautions in place, employees can be put at risk of serious injury.

Electric shock accidents, including electrical burns at work, can lead to life-changing physical and emotional effects, as well as financial pressure if you’re unable to work.

We understand how disruptive these injuries can be and the strain they can place on your day-to-day life.

If you’ve suffered an electric shock injury at work, speak to our specialist accident at work solicitors today to start a no win no fee claim for compensation.

When can I claim compensation for an electric shock at work?

You can claim compensation for an electric shock at work if you’ve been injured and your injuries were caused by your employer’s negligence.

In most cases, you will have up to three years from the date of your accident to start your claim.

UK law requires all employers to have a legal responsibility for the safety of their staff. This includes following the guidelines set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.

If your employer has not followed these guidelines to provide a safe working environment, they may have failed in their duty of care.

In relation to electrical equipment, their duty of care may be classed as negligent if, for example:

You were exposed to faulty electrical wiring within your workspace.
Your employer failed to conduct regular PAT tests on electrical devices.
You were asked to work on electrical installations and equipment without the necessary training or qualifications
You were instructed or were exposed to using an electrical product or equipment that was faulty, or had not been adequately maintained
You were not provided with personal protective equipment when appropriate.

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How much compensation can I claim for an injury caused by an electric shock?

The amount of compensation you may be able to claim for an electric shock will depend on how severe your injuries are and how they may have affected your life.

As the circumstances of each claim are unique, there is no average compensation amount for an injury caused by electric shock.

Unfortunately, some injuries caused by electric shock can be severe and long-lasting. In these cases, compensation can be above £150,000.

Compensation amounts for electric shock injuries are calculated by combining the amounts you may be legally entitled to for general and special damages.

The amount of compensation you can claim for general damages will depend on the part of your body you have injured, the severity of your injuries and the pain, suffering and loss of amenity you may have experienced.

Electric shock at work compensation calculator

Our compensation claims calculator below provides a guide to the amount of compensation you may be able to claim for your injuries.

The calculator estimates the amount of compensation you may be able to receive by taking into account the part of the body that you’ve injured and the severity of your injury. The figures are based on recent case law and the Judicial College Guidelines. You can also view our compensation amounts table at the bottom of this page..

The compensation amounts shown by the calculator relate to general damages, which cover the pain, suffering and impact of your injury.

Electric shock at work compensation calculator

Claim compensation for special damages

You can also claim compensation for special damages, which includes the loss of income and expenses you may have incurred because of your injuries.

The amount of compensation you may receive for special damages may include, but is not limited to:

Any loss of income or potential future income, including pensions
Any medical costs associated with your injury, including rehabilitation and ongoing medical treatment
Any costs related to adaptations you may need to make to your home
Any costs for the care you may have or will need to receive, even if a family member or friend provides this.
Any out-of-pocket expenses you or anyone who has cared for you may have incurred.
Any travel and motor expenses, including the cost of travel to and from appointments and parking costs.

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What is the time limit to make a claim for electric shock?

When claiming for an electric shock, you have up to three years from the date the accident occurred or three years from the date a medical professional diagnosed your injuries to start your claim.

The three-year time period is set by the Limitation Act 1980. However, there are some exceptions. These include:

The three-year time limit does not apply if the injured person is mentally incapacitated. The time limit will be extended indefinitely until the person regains mental capacity, or it is decided that someone will claim on their behalf.

If claiming on behalf of a child, you can start the claim at any point until their 21st birthday.

In these extremely unfortunate circumstances, when a person has died, the three-year time limit starts from the date of death rather than the date of the accident.

What damage can an electric shock cause?

Depending on the voltage and the length of time the current flows through your body, electric shocks can be extremely damaging and, in some cases, can be fatal.

Injuries caused by electric shock can include:

Cardiac arrest and long-term cardiovascular issues
Brain injuries
Burns, including life-threatening burns in severe cases
Muscle spasms
Damage to the nervous system
Breathing issues
Fractured bones due to muscle spasms.
Psychological injuries, including PTSD.

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What are the most common causes of electric shock at work claims?

From over three decades of experience representing clients who have suffered from electric shocks at work.

Electric shocks at work are not just limited to those working with electrics on a construction site, but every workplace environment you can imagine, down to an office worker suffering an electric shock due to a faulty kettle.

The most common reasons for electrical shock injuries include:

Accidents caused by faulty or poorly maintained equipment

This could include electric shocks from broken power tools, damaged appliances, or broken kettles in office kitchens.

Exposed or damaged wiring

Employees are at risk of exposure to live currents if the electrical cabling is cracked or broken, or if the wires are frayed or loose.

Improper grounding

If electrical equipment is not properly “earthed”, it can become live and dangerous, increasing employees’ risk of electric shock.

Electrical equipment that has not been adequately tested

Untested electrical equipment that is not regularly tested increases the risk of it becoming faulty and causing injury.

Overloaded sockets

Overloading electrical sockets with multiple adaptors or devices can cause overheating and become a fire hazard.

Poor or inadequate training

Employees are at a higher risk of injury if they have not been adequately trained to use the equipment safely or if they use it in a way it was not intended to be used.

Providing inadequate safety measures

Employees should be made aware of all safety measures when using equipment through adequate warning signs and by providing the necessary personal protective equipment, such as insulated gloves.

Electric shocks caused by exposure to wet conditions

Using electrical equipment in a wet environment can be extremely dangerous, and additional safety measures should always be considered.

Overhead power lines

Those working in environments close to overhead power lines can be at risk of serious electric shock if they or their equipment come into contact with them.

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Can I make a no win no fee claim for an electric shock?

Yes, all clients represented by Beacon Law are represented on a no win no fee basis. Often known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), no win no fee provides reassurance to those who have suffered an injury that they will be at no financial risk when making a claim.

As part of our no win no fee agreements, clients are protected from any upfront legal costs or hidden charges and can focus on recovering from their injuries without the stress of any financial risk.

A fee, sometimes known as a success fee, will only be paid once your claim is successfully settled. The amount is usually a small percentage of the total compensation amount and will be agreed upon between us before legal proceedings begin. This payment is to compensate your solicitor for their time and work put into assisting with your case.

In some cases, we recommend taking out an After The Event (ATE) insurance policy. This protects you in the rare instance that the claim is unsuccessful. An ATE policy means you have no upfront costs and nothing to pay if you lose the case.

Beacon Law provides complete transparency with how we charge our clients. All fees and costs will be explained at the beginning of the claim.

How much does it cost to make a no win no fee claim for electric shock?

Our no win no fee legal services for electric shocks mean you will not have any upfront costs and will not pay a penny if your claim is unsuccessful.

If your claim is successful, the person you are claiming against will usually pay the majority of the legal costs, and you will only have to pay the agreed

fee at the beginning of the claim process. Typically, this fee is less than 25% of the compensation you may receive.

If you are a member of a trade union, you may be able to receive free legal advice and representation as part of your membership.

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What evidence do I need to claim compensation for an electric shock?

To be successful in your claim, you will need to provide evidence to show that your employer’s negligence caused your injuries and that your injuries have negatively impacted your daily life.

To support your claim for compensation, our solicitors may ask for the following information when you contact us.

A copy of the accident report that was filed in your company’s accident report book.
Witness statements from colleagues or anyone who saw the accident and are happy to provide a statement.
If available, photographs or video of the accident scene, including CCTV footage.
Any information, such as workplace safety records or evidence that risk assessments were not conducted or (if applicable) that maintenance of equipment was not carried out to the legal requirements
Investigate if there have been any similar accidents or complaints that may be relevant to your accident.
Medical records from your GP or hospital, you may have visited after the accident, including any treatment you may have received or are currently receiving.
Records of any financial losses incurred because of your accident.

Do not worry if you do not have all of this information. Our solicitors can help compile this information on your behalf, which will help to build the most comprehensive case possible to support your claim.

However, to help our solicitors gather as much evidence as possible to support your case, we recommend that you start your claim as soon as possible after your accident took place.

Compensation amounts for an electric shock at work claim

Type Of Injury	Level of Injury	Minimum Amount	Maximum Amount	Description
Arm Injury	Severe – Near Amputation	£117,360	£159,770	Very serious arm injury falling just short of requiring amputation
Arm Injury	Serious – Permanent Disability	£47,810	£73,050	Serious fracture to one or both forearms with significant permanent functional or cosmetic disability
Arm Injury	Moderate – Expected Recovery	£23,430	£47,810	Significant disability following arm injury with a reasonable prospect of substantial recovery
Arm Injury	Minor – Simple Fracture	£6,610	£23,430	Simple forearm fracture with good recovery expected
Elbow Injury	Severe – Significant Disablement	£47,810	£66,920	Severe elbow injury causing significant long-term impairment and disability
Elbow Injury	Moderate – Impaired Function	£19,100	£39,070	Impaired elbow function without significant permanent disability or need for surgery
Elbow Injury	Minor – Recovery Over Two to Three Years	Up to	£15,370	Elbow injury with a recovery period of around three years; surgery may be required
Wrist Injury	Severe – Full Loss of Function	£58,710	£73,050	Complete loss of useful wrist function
Wrist Injury	Moderate – Significant Permanent Disability	£29,900	£47,810	Significant permanent disability following wrist injury but some useful movement remains
Wrist Injury	Minor – Some Permanent Disability	£15,370	£29,900	Less severe wrist injury causing some permanent disability
Wrist Injury	Minor – Uncomplicated Fracture	£3,530	£15,370	Uncomplicated wrist fracture with full recovery expected
Hand & Finger Injury	Amputation of Fingers	£29,900	£71,070	Serious hand injury requiring the amputation of one or more fingers
Hand & Finger Injury	Total Loss of Index Finger	£14,200	£23,430	Total or effective loss of the index finger
Hand & Finger Injury	Partial Index Finger Loss	£9,780	£14,200	Partial loss or serious injury to the index finger
Hand & Finger Injury	Serious Ring or Middle Finger Fracture	£9,630	£12,270	Serious fracture to the ring or middle finger
Hand & Finger Injury	Serious Little Finger Injury	£8,140	£11,120	Loss of or serious injury to the little finger
Hand & Finger Injury	Thumb Amputation	£47,810	£73,050	Amputation of the thumb
Hand & Finger Injury	Severe Thumb Fracture or Dislocation	£14,200	£23,430	Severe fracture or dislocation of the thumb
Arm	Both Arms Lost	£240,430	£300,000	Loss of both arms in the same incident
Arm	One Arm – Above Elbow	£128,710	£159,770	Amputation of one arm above the elbow
Arm	One Arm – Below Elbow	£117,360	£133,910	Amputation of one arm below the elbow
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome	Severe – Neurological Complications	£25,390	£40,290	Advanced vibration white finger with neurological complications and significant functional limitation
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome	Moderate – Vascular and Some Neurological Effects	£12,400	£25,390	Moderate vibration white finger with some neurological component alongside vascular effects
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome	Mild – Cold-Triggered Symptoms Only	£2,930	£12,400	Mild vibration white finger affecting the fingers in cold conditions only
Facial Scarring	Very Severe – Extreme Disfigurement	£36,340	£118,790	Extreme facial disfigurement causing severe psychological harm particularly in younger people
Facial Scarring	Severe – Substantial Disfigurement	£21,920	£59,090	Substantial facial disfigurement causing ongoing significant psychological effects
Facial Scarring	Moderate – Residual After Surgery	£11,120	£36,720	Residual cosmetic disability following plastic surgery with some lasting disfigurement but limited psychological impact
Facial Scarring	Minor – Limited Effect on Appearance	£4,820	£16,770	One or more minor facial scars with a relatively limited effect on overall appearance
Facial Scarring	Trivial	£2,080	£4,310	Trivial facial scarring with minimal cosmetic impact
Dental	Serious – Multiple Teeth	£12,670	£23,430	Loss of several front teeth or serious damage causing lasting effects on appearance and the ability to eat
Dental	Single Front Tooth – Crown or Implant Required	£7,320	£11,490	Serious damage to one front tooth requiring a crown or implant
Dental	Minor – Treatment Required	£2,130	£7,320	Injury to one or two teeth requiring dental treatment with a reasonable recovery
Facial Bone	Very Serious – Multiple Fractures With Permanent Effects	£30,000	£47,810	Serious fractures of both facial bones and jaw with permanent effects on appearance eating and sensation
Facial Bone	Serious – Lasting Cosmetic or Functional Effects	£15,370	£30,000	Serious fracture to facial bones with some lasting cosmetic or functional consequences
Facial Bone	Minor – Simple Fracture With Full Recovery	£2,470	£8,730	Simple fracture to the cheekbone or nose with full or near-full recovery expected
Foot Injury	Severe – Bilateral Fractures	£51,220	£85,460	Fractures to both feet or heels causing permanent restricted movement and significant ongoing pain
Foot Injury	Serious – Arthritis or Arthritis Risk	£30,500	£47,840	Continuing pain from traumatic arthritis or significant risk of developing arthritis in future
Foot Injury	Moderate – Osteoarthritis Risk	£16,770	£30,500	Foot injury carrying a risk of long-term osteoarthritis or possible future surgery
Foot Injury	Minor	Up to	£16,770	Minor soft tissue foot injury with full expected recovery
Ankle Injury	Severe – Surgical Treatment Required	£38,210	£61,090	Serious ankle injury requiring pins plates or extended plaster treatment with significant functional impact
Ankle Injury	Moderate – Functional Restrictions	£16,770	£32,450	Inability to stand or walk for extended periods; difficulty on uneven ground following ankle injury
Ankle Injury	Minor – Sprains and Minor Fractures	Up to	£16,770	Minor fractures sprains or ligament injuries to the ankle
Achilles Tendon	Most Serious – Sport Prohibited	£46,900	£46,900	Cramps swelling and restricted movement; must avoid active sport; most serious Achilles injury
Achilles Tendon	Serious – Repaired With Residual Weakness	£30,500	£36,720	Tendon repaired but residual weakness and a permanent limp remain
Achilles Tendon	Moderate – Partial Rupture	£15,370	£25,710	Partial rupture or other significant Achilles tendon injury
Toe Injury	Severe – Crush or Near Amputation	£16,770	£25,710	Severe crush injury to the toes requiring amputation or falling just short of amputation
Toe Injury	Serious – Multiple Fractures or Great Toe	£11,720	£16,770	Multiple toe fractures crush injuries or serious injury to the great toe
Toe Injury	Minor – Simple Fractures	Up to	£11,720	Straightforward toe fractures lacerations or worsening of a pre-existing condition
Brain Injury	Very Severe	£344,150	£493,000	Very serious injury with almost no meaningful response to surroundings; little or no ability to communicate
Brain Injury	Moderately Severe	£267,340	£344,150	Serious physical and cognitive impairment requiring constant professional care on a long-term basis
Brain Injury	Moderate – No Employment Prospects	£183,190	£267,340	Effects on speech sight and other senses; significant epilepsy risk; no realistic prospect of returning to work
Brain Injury	Moderate – Reduced Work Capacity	£110,720	£183,190	Some reliance on others for daily activities; small epilepsy risk; greatly reduced capacity to work
Brain Injury	Moderate – Cognitive and Fatigue Effects	£52,550	£110,720	Reduced concentration and memory; fatigue; some dependence on others; limited ability to work
Brain Injury	Less Severe	£18,700	£52,550	Good overall recovery but some symptoms persist such as headaches and memory difficulties
Brain Injury	Minor	£2,690	£15,580	Minimal brain damage with symptoms expected to resolve within two to three years
Head Injury	Minor Head Injury	£2,200	£12,000	Laceration or minor head injury causing temporary symptoms and full recovery
Kidney	Serious – Both Kidneys Damaged or Lost	£206,730	£256,780	Permanent severe damage to or loss of both kidneys
Kidney	Serious – Infection Risk or Loss of One Kidney Function	Up to	£78,080	Serious ongoing risk of urinary tract infection or complete loss of function in one kidney
Kidney	One Kidney Lost – Other Unaffected	£37,550	£54,760	Loss of one kidney with no damage to the remaining kidney
Bladder	Double Incontinence – Bowel and Bladder	Up to	£224,790	Complete loss of natural bowel and urinary control with further medical complications
Bladder	Total Loss of Bladder Control	Up to	£171,680	Total permanent loss of bladder control and function
Bladder	Serious Impairment – Incontinence and Pain	£78,080	£97,540	Serious impairment of bladder control with incontinence and associated pain
Bladder	Partial Impairment – Some Disturbance	£38,210	£78,080	Partial impairment of control with some pain and urinary disturbance
Female Reproductive	Sexual Dysfunction – Permanent	£52,490	£124,620	Permanent or likely permanent sexual dysfunction in a woman who already has children or would not have had further children
Female Reproductive	Infertility – No Children	£68,440	£87,070	Infertility in a young woman who has no children and no associated sexual dysfunction
Female Reproductive	Infertility – Already Has Children	£21,920	£44,840	Infertility in a woman who already has children and no sexual dysfunction
Male Reproductive	Sterility – No Children	£68,430	£87,080	Sterility in a young man who has no children; no impotence or other complications
Male Reproductive	Sterility – Already Has Children	£21,920	£44,840	Sterility in a man who already has children but may have wanted more; possible psychological impact
Male Reproductive	Orchidectomy – Psychological Impact Only	£24,490	£27,560	Removal of one testicle with some psychological impact but without impotence or loss of sexual function
Chest Injury	Serious – Permanent Disability and Reduced Life Expectancy	£80,240	£122,850	Traumatic lung or heart injury with physical disability permanent damage and reduced life expectancy
Chest Injury	Moderate – Partial Permanent Disability	£38,210	£66,920	Partial and permanent disability due to damage to the lungs or chest wall
Chest Injury	Minor – Tissue Damage Without Lasting Lung Impact	£15,370	£21,920	Penetrating wound causing permanent tissue damage but no long-term impact on lung function
Bowel	Serious – Post-Surgical Incontinence	£97,530	£97,530	Passive incontinence and urgency that remains after surgery causing ongoing distress and embarrassment
Bowel	Severe – Colostomy and Scarring	£54,420	£85,100	Severe abdominal injury with impaired bowel function often requiring temporary colostomy and leaving disfiguring scarring
Bowel	Moderate – Eventual Recovery	£15,370	£29,870	Penetrating bowel injury with eventual return to natural function after treatment
Spleen	Removed – Ongoing Infection Risk	£25,380	£32,090	Spleen removed with a continuing risk of internal infections due to a weakened immune system
Spleen	Removed – Minimal Ongoing Risk	£5,310	£10,550	Spleen removed with minimal ongoing infection risk
Hernia	Significant – Residual Pain and Disability	£18,180	£29,490	Hernia repaired but continuous pain and restrictions on physical activity or employment remain
Hernia	Moderate – Recurrence Risk With Pre-Existing Condition	£8,560	£11,120	Direct inguinal hernia with risk of recurrence after repair where there was a pre-existing condition
Hernia	Minor – Uncomplicated	£4,140	£8,830	Uncomplicated indirect inguinal hernia without abdominal damage; usually fully repaired
Digestive System	Traumatic – Severe and Continuous Pain	£52,490	£75,550	Severe digestive damage causing continuous and significant pain and discomfort
Digestive System	Traumatic – Permanent Complications	£20,490	£33,880	Serious non-penetrating injury causing permanent or long-standing digestive complications
Digestive System	Traumatic – Laceration or Penetrating Wound	£8,060	£15,370	Industrial laceration seat belt injury or penetrating stab wound to the digestive system
Digestive System	Non-Traumatic – Severe Illness With Long-Term Effects	£46,900	£64,070	Severe food poisoning or toxic illness requiring hospital admission and causing long-term effects
Digestive System	Non-Traumatic – Significant Short-Term Illness	£11,640	£23,430	Significant diarrhoea vomiting and illness reducing over two to four weeks with some lasting effects
Digestive System	Non-Traumatic – Mild Illness With Full Recovery	£4,820	£11,640	Stomach cramps altered bowel habits and fatigue from food poisoning or an allergic reaction
Lung Disease	Moderate – Significant Work and Daily Life Impact	£38,210	£66,920	Significant breathing difficulties requiring frequent inhaler use with a notable impact on work and daily life
Lung Disease	Mild – Limited Work Impact	£25,380	£38,210	Bronchitis or wheezing with limited impact on work and social life
Lung Disease	Minor – Minimal Impact With Likely Recovery	£12,990	£25,380	Mild breathlessness with minimal impact on work; prospect of recovery within a few years
Asthma	Chronic – Work Impact and Uncertain Prognosis	£32,090	£52,490	Asthma affecting employment and requiring frequent inhaler use with an uncertain prognosis
Asthma	Moderate – Some Work Impact With Recovery Possible	£23,430	£32,090	Wheezing or bronchitis affecting social or work life with a reasonable prospect of recovery within a few years
Asthma	Mild – Temporary Exposure Symptoms	£12,990	£23,430	Relatively mild symptoms following exposure to a harmful or irritating substance
Leg	Both Legs Lost	£293,570	£399,270	Loss of both legs in the same incident
Pelvis & Hip	Severe – Residual Disability and Pain	£95,680	£159,770	Extensive hip or pelvic fractures resulting in residual disability and intolerable ongoing pain
Pelvis & Hip	Moderate – No Permanent Disability	£32,450	£47,810	Significant hip or pelvis injury without permanent disability or risk of future deterioration
Pelvis & Hip	Moderate – Surgery Required	£15,370	£32,450	Hip or pelvis injury requiring hip replacement surgery or other significant surgical intervention
Pelvis & Hip	Minor	£3,820	£11,820	Minor soft tissue pelvis or hip injury with full recovery
Knee Injury	Severe – Loss of Function	£85,100	£117,410	Serious knee injury causing prolonged treatment considerable pain and significant long-term loss of function
Knee Injury	Severe – Joint Instability	£63,610	£85,100	Leg fracture extending into the knee joint causing joint instability and restricted movement
Knee Injury	Severe – Painful and Disabling	£31,960	£53,030	Painful and disabling knee injury but less severe than the above categories
Knee Injury	Moderate – Ongoing Symptoms	£16,770	£31,960	Knee injury with good recovery but ongoing symptoms remaining
Knee Injury	Minor	Up to	£16,770	Minor knee injury with full or near-full recovery
Leg Injury	Severe – Permanent Mobility Loss	£66,920	£109,290	Permanent mobility problems requiring long-term use of crutches or other walking aids for the rest of life
Leg Injury	Severe – Prolonged Treatment and Arthritis Risk	£47,840	£66,920	Injury causing prolonged treatment with a near-certain prognosis of future arthritis
Leg Injury	Moderate – Multiple or Crush Fractures	£33,880	£47,840	Complicated fractures or severe crush injuries to the leg requiring extended treatment
Leg Injury	Minor – Simple Fracture	£9,110	£33,880	Simple fractures to one or both legs with expected full recovery
Leg	One Leg – Above Knee	£127,760	£196,450	Above-knee amputation of one leg
Leg	One Leg – Below Knee	£117,360	£159,770	Below-knee amputation of one leg
Psychiatric Injury	Severe – Poor Prognosis	£66,920	£141,240	Very poor long-term prognosis; severe and permanent impact on work relationships and daily functioning
Psychiatric Injury	Moderately Severe – Some Recovery Possible	£23,270	£66,920	Slightly more optimistic prognosis; lasting disability including from work-related stress or traumatic events
Psychiatric Injury	Moderate – Good Prognosis	£7,150	£23,270	Marked improvement over time with a good prognosis; effects on work and daily life
Psychiatric Injury	Less Severe – Limited Duration	£1,880	£7,150	Award reflects the period of disability and impact on sleep and everyday activities
PTSD	Severe – Wholly Disabling	£73,050	£122,850	Unable to return to pre-trauma levels of work or daily functioning; severe and permanent symptoms
PTSD	Moderately Severe – Recovery Possible	£28,250	£73,050	Significant symptoms with some scope for recovery with professional assistance
PTSD	Moderate – Substantial Recovery	£9,980	£28,250	Substantial recovery achieved; remaining effects do not cause serious ongoing impairment
PTSD	Less Severe – Full Recovery Expected	£4,820	£9,980	Full recovery within two years; only minor symptoms remain thereafter
Body Scarring	Extensive Burns – 40 Percent or More of Body	£127,930	£400,000	Burns covering 40% or more of the body; award reflects thickness and depth of burns cosmetic impact and psychological effects
Body Scarring	Multiple or Disfiguring Scars	£9,560	£27,740	Multiple visible scars or a single disfiguring scar on the hands arms legs chest or back
Body Scarring	Post-Surgical Scar – No Internal Injury	£10,550	£10,550	A scar following exploratory surgery where no significant internal injury was ultimately found
Body Scarring	Single or Superficial Scars	£2,890	£9,560	A single noticeable scar or several superficial scars on the arms legs or hands
Hearing & Tinnitus	Total Deafness and Loss of Speech	£133,810	£171,680	Complete deafness and loss of speech occurring in childhood affecting normal speech development
Hearing & Tinnitus	Total Deafness – Both Ears	£110,750	£133,810	Total deafness in both ears without associated speech impairment
Hearing & Tinnitus	Total Deafness – One Ear	£38,210	£55,570	Complete hearing loss in one ear with potential associated headaches dizziness or tinnitus
Hearing & Tinnitus	Severe Tinnitus With Hearing Loss	£36,260	£55,570	Severe tinnitus combined with noise-induced hearing loss
Hearing & Tinnitus	Moderate Tinnitus or Hearing Loss	£18,180	£36,260	Moderate tinnitus with noise-induced hearing loss or moderate to severe tinnitus alone
Hearing & Tinnitus	Mild Tinnitus With Some Hearing Loss	£15,370	£18,180	Mild tinnitus combined with some degree of noise-induced hearing loss
Hearing & Tinnitus	Mild Tinnitus or Hearing Loss – Single Condition	£14,300	£14,300	Mild noise-induced hearing loss or mild tinnitus as a standalone condition
Hearing & Tinnitus	Slight Tinnitus With Minor Hearing Loss	£8,890	£15,370	Occasional or slight tinnitus with minor noise-induced hearing loss
Hearing & Tinnitus	Temporary or Accelerated Hearing Loss	£6,100	£11,840	Acceleration of existing hearing loss or temporary need for hearing aids
Hearing & Tinnitus	Minimal – Single Condition Only	Up to	£8,560	Slight noise-induced hearing loss without tinnitus or slight tinnitus without hearing loss
Eye Injury	Total Blindness and Deafness Combined	£493,000	£493,000	Combined total blindness and deafness; the most catastrophic sensory injury
Eye Injury	Total Blindness – Both Eyes	£327,940	£327,940	Complete loss of sight in both eyes
Eye Injury	One Eye Lost – Serious Deterioration Risk in Other	£117,150	£219,400	Loss of sight in one eye and reduced vision in the remaining eye with serious risk of further deterioration
Eye Injury	One Eye Lost – Reduced Vision in Other	£78,040	£129,330	Reduced or double vision in the remaining eye following loss of sight in the other
Eye Injury	Total Loss of One Eye	£66,920	£80,210	Complete loss of one eye; award reflects age and cosmetic and psychological impact
Eye Injury	One Eye Lost – Sympathetic Ophthalmia Risk	£60,130	£66,920	Total loss of sight in one eye with some risk of sympathetic ophthalmia in the other
Eye Injury	Serious Partial Vision Loss	£28,900	£48,040	Serious but incomplete loss of vision without risk to the other eye or permanent double vision
Eye Injury	Minor Permanent Impairment	£11,120	£25,600	Minor permanent visual impairment in one or both eyes including intermittent double vision or light sensitivity
Eye Injury	Minor – Temporary Disturbance	£4,820	£10,660	Minor injuries from toxic fumes or liquids causing temporary pain and vision disturbance
Eye Injury	Transient – Full Recovery Within Weeks	£2,690	£4,820	Temporary vision disturbance or eye discomfort with full recovery within a few weeks
Taste & Smell	Total Loss of Both Taste and Smell	£47,810	£47,810	Complete and permanent loss of both taste and smell
Taste & Smell	Total Taste Loss With Significant Smell Loss	£40,150	£47,810	Complete loss of taste and significant loss of smell
Taste & Smell	Total Loss of Smell Only	£30,500	£40,150	Total permanent loss of the sense of smell only
Taste & Smell	Total Loss of Taste Only	£23,430	£30,500	Total permanent loss of the sense of taste only
Dermatitis	Severe – Widespread With Ongoing Treatment	£14,900	£27,460	Dermatitis affecting both hands and potentially other body areas requiring ongoing treatment
Dermatitis	Moderate – Recovery Expected After Treatment	£2,950	£14,900	Mild to moderate occupational dermatitis with a reasonable recovery after treatment
Dermatitis	Minor – Full Recovery	£750	£2,950	Minor skin reaction with full recovery after treatment
Tetraplegia	Tetraplegia – All Four Limbs	£396,140	£493,000	Complete paralysis of all four limbs; award reflects pain level awareness of disability and impact on all bodily functions
Paraplegia	Paraplegia – Lower Body	£267,340	£346,890	Paralysis of the lower body; award considers age life expectancy level of independence and effect on sexual function
Paraplegia	Short Duration – Young Adult	£60,210	£60,210	Short duration paraplegia where the claimant is a young adult who subsequently dies within approximately two years
Spinal Cord	Severe – Incomplete Paralysis	£111,150	£196,450	Most serious injury to the spinal cord or nerve roots resulting in incomplete paralysis or severe permanent consequences
Neck Injury	Severe – Incomplete Paraplegia	£181,020	£181,020	Neck injury resulting in incomplete paraplegia
Neck Injury	Severe – Substantial Disability	£80,240	£159,770	Serious fractures or disc damage causing substantial disability including restricted movement of the limbs or spine
Neck Injury	Severe – Chronic Permanent Disability	£55,500	£68,330	Serious fractures or soft tissue damage leading to chronic conditions and permanent disability
Neck Injury	Moderate – Surgery Required	£30,500	£46,970	Fractures or dislocations causing symptoms requiring spinal fusion surgery and activity limitations
Neck Injury	Moderate – Significant Symptoms	£13,740	£30,500	Moderate injury with significant symptoms but no permanent disability
Neck Injury	Minor	£2,450	£13,740	Soft tissue injury with full or near-full recovery expected within 1 to 2 years
Back Injury	Severe – Spinal Cord or Nerve Root Damage	£111,150	£196,450	Most serious spinal cord and nerve root injuries causing incomplete paralysis or very severe permanent residual disability
Back Injury	Severe – With Serious Complications	£90,510	£107,910	Significant back injury with associated problems such as scarring sexual difficulties and reduced mobility
Back Injury	Severe – Chronic Pain and Disability	£47,320	£85,100	Soft tissue damage leading to severe ongoing pain sexual difficulties and reduced agility
Back Injury	Moderate – Crush or Compression Fracture	£33,880	£47,320	Crush or compression fractures causing chronic pain and discomfort
Back Injury	Moderate – Disc or Ligament Damage	£15,260	£33,880	Ligament or muscle disturbance causing backache that may be long-term but without the most serious effects
Back Injury	Minor	£2,450	£15,260	Soft tissue injury or muscular strain with full or near-full recovery within a few years
Shoulder Injury	Serious – Nerve Involvement	£15,580	£23,430	Shoulder dislocation with damage to the lower brachial plexus causing pain restricted movement and weakened grip
Shoulder Injury	Moderate – Frozen Shoulder	£9,630	£15,580	Frozen shoulder with limited movement and other complications persisting for around two years
Shoulder Injury	Minor – Near-Full Recovery Within Two Years	£5,310	£9,630	Soft tissue shoulder injury with significant pain but almost full recovery within two years
Shoulder Injury	Minor – Full Recovery Within Two Years	£2,990	£5,310	Soft tissue injury with full recovery within one to two years
Collarbone Fracture	Serious – Ongoing Symptoms	£11,820	£19,170	Clavicle fracture with an incomplete recovery and ongoing symptoms
Collarbone Fracture	Minor – Full Recovery	£5,310	£11,820	Uncomplicated clavicle fracture with full recovery
Rib Fractures	Multiple Ribs – Permanent Complications	£15,370	£23,430	Multiple rib fractures causing permanent chest complications
Rib Fractures	Single Rib – Temporary Disability	£3,950	£7,270	Single rib fracture causing pain and temporary disability