Broken Jaw Claim for Compensation

A broken jaw can have a profound impact on a person’s life. It affects not only physical appearance but also fundamental functions like eating, speaking, and breathing. A serious broken jaw bone may cause you to need to take time off work or may even require you to change your job if you are no longer able to perform your duties as a result.

You may also require more help and assistance from family or friends in carrying out day-to-day tasks. For individuals who have suffered a broken due to someone else’s negligence, seeking compensation can be a crucial step toward recovery.

If you were involved in an accident that led you to suffer a broken jaw due to negligence, you may be eligible to claim for compensation. If you would like more information on the process of making a compensation claim with one of our expert injury claims solicitors, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with us today.

Common accidents that lead to broken jaw injury compensation claims

Broken jaw claims are commonly associated with several types of accidents. Here are some of the most common scenarios that lead to a claim for a broken jaw:

Road traffic accidents: Collisions involving cars, motorcycles, bicycles, or pedestrians can result in severe facial injuries, including broken jaws. The impact from hitting a steering wheel, dashboard, or other hard surfaces in an accident often causes this type of trauma.

Accidents at work: Especially in construction or industrial jobs, falling objects, slips, trips, and machinery-related accidents can lead to jaw injuries. When safety regulations aren’t followed, these cases often lead to claims.

Physical assaults: Assaults are one of the leading causes of broken jaw injuries. Victims of intentional violence may be eligible for compensation either through personal injury claims or a criminal injury claim.

Sports injuries: High-contact sports such as rugby, boxing, or martial arts can lead to broken jaws. In some cases, claims are made if safety equipment was defective or if proper supervision was lacking.

Slips, trips, and falls: Falling on a hard surface can cause a person to hit their jaw directly. Slips and trips due to negligence (such as poor maintenance or hazards in public places) often lead to claims.

Medical and dental negligence: Errors during dental or facial surgeries can sometimes result in broken jaw injuries.

What should I do after a broken jaw accident?

There are a number of steps you should try to take following a broken jaw accident. These include:

• Seek emergency medical care immediately. Broken jaw injuries can have serious consequences, and timely treatment is crucial.
• Gather information about the accident, including photographs, witness statements, and police or accident reports.
• If the injury occurred at work, inform your employer and report the incident according to workplace procedures.
• Keep copies of all medical records, including diagnoses, treatment plans, and any rehabilitation.
• If the broken resulted from someone else’s negligence or fault, consult injury claims solicitors. They can help you understand your legal options and the process for pursuing a broken jaw claim for compensation.

What is the broken jaw claims process?

During your initial consultation, our team of injury claims solicitors will provide you with comprehensive legal advice regarding your broken jaw claim for compensation and inform you about the relevant limitation rules that apply.

Our experienced lawyers will request detailed information about your accident and the injuries you sustained as a result. This information will enable our injury lawyers to assess the likelihood of a successful claim on your behalf.

Examples of the information our lawyers may require include the location, date, and time of the accident, a description of the nature of your injuries, details of any witnesses to the incident, information about the defendant involved, and a thorough understanding of the circumstances surrounding the accident.

During the initial stages of your compensation claim, it is crucial to gather relevant evidence to make a no win, no fee agreement claim. This evidence may consist of CCTV footage of the incident, medical records documenting your injuries, photographic evidence of the harm suffered, and statements from witnesses.

In some cases, your personal injury solicitor may refer you to medical experts to assess your injuries to obtain detailed medical reports specifically related to your case. A medical assessment by an independent specialist is usually required. This is to provide an expert opinion on the severity of the broken jaw injury and its effects. This will help quantify the damages (compensation) you may be entitled to.

If we determine that your broken jaw claim for compensation is likely to succeed, we will support your claim and offer our work on a no win, no fee basis. This means that if your claim is unsuccessful, you will not be required to pay any legal fees.

Once your claim is filed, the defendant will be notified, and they will have the opportunity to accept or deny liability for your injuries. If liability is accepted, negotiations for a settlement will commence. However, if the defendant denies liability, court proceedings may be necessary to resolve the dispute.

How much compensation could I receive?

The amount of compensation for a broken jaw depends on several factors, including the severity of the injury, its long-term impact on your life, and any financial losses you’ve suffered as a result. For example, compensation for multiple fractures will be higher than a claim for a dislocated jaw.

Broken jaw compensation is typically split into the following categories:

• General Damages: These damages aim to compensate for the pain, suffering, and loss of amenity caused by the injury. The severity and long-term effects of the injury are significant factors in determining the general damages awarded.
• Special Damages: Special damages cover the quantifiable financial losses incurred because of your injuries. This includes medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, loss of earnings (both past and future), expenses related to care and support, and any necessary adaptations to the individual’s living arrangements.

It is important to note that there is no fixed compensation award for a broken jaw claim for compensation, as each case is unique. The final compensation amount will be influenced by the specific circumstances and the evidence presented in the case. Our specialist injury solicitors will also advocate for interim payments to cover any immediate costs, such as private medical treatment and travel expenses.

What are the time limits for making a broken jaw claim for compensation?

In the UK, there are specific time limits, known as limitation periods, for making a personal injury compensation claim. Typically, you must make a claim within 3 years of the date the broken jaw injury occurred or from the date you became aware of the injury and its impact.

For injuries caused by a crime, such as an assault, you may claim through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). The time limit for CICA claims is generally 2 years from the date of the crime or from when you became aware of the injury’s impact.

However, it is important to note that there are some exceptions and variations to the general limitation period. These exceptions include the following:

• Minors: If the injury claim involves a person who was under the age of 18 at the time when the broken jaw injury occurred, the three-year limitation period does not begin until their 18th birthday. In such cases, a claim can be made at any time before the person turns 21.
• Mental Capacity: If the injured person lacks the mental capacity to manage legal decisions, there is no time limit for making a claim. The limitation period only starts when the person regains capacity. For individuals with injuries who may lack mental capacity, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 provides a framework for assessing whether they can understand, retain, use, and communicate information relevant to a decision.

How can Beacon Law assist?

At Beacon Law, our team of specialist personal injury solicitors are highly experienced and capable of assisting clients on injury cases. We work tirelessly to achieve the best outcome for our clients, continually providing a high standard of service.

To find out more about our no win, no fee claims funding and legal fees, please have a look at the funding section on our website.

If you have suffered a broken jaw injury at the fault of someone else and you are looking to bring a claim, then please call our team today on 0330 1332 857. Alternatively, you can complete our contact form at the top of the page to request a call back from a member of our personal injury team.

Beacon Law is a law firm registered in England and Wales with our registered office based in Manchester. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.