Broken Nose Claim: No Win, No Fee

If you have suffered a broken nose due to someone else’s negligence then you may be eligible to make a claim for personal injury compensation. Symptoms of a broken nose can be extremely painful, as well as causing breathing difficulties, a change to your sense of smell and having a detrimental effect on your emotional and mental well-being.

If you are considering making a broken nose claim or any other type of nose injury claim, then our team of personal injury solicitors may be able to help you. We are highly experienced in this area of the law and can offer you specialist advice regarding your chances of making a successful claim.

Common accidents that lead to broken nose claims

Broken nose claims are often filed when an individual sustains a nasal fracture due to someone else’s negligence. Some common accidents leading to broken nose claims include:

Car Accidents

• Whiplash or Impact: A sudden stop or collision can cause the head to jerk forward, leading to the nose striking the steering wheel, dashboard, or airbag, resulting in a fracture or displaced fracture.

Slips, Trips, and Falls

• Wet Floors: Slipping on a wet or uneven surface can cause a person to fall forward, potentially breaking their nose on the ground or another hard surface.
• Loose Carpets or Rugs: Tripping over poorly maintained flooring or obstacles can lead to a similar result.

Accidents at Work

• Falls from Height: Construction workers or employees in similar industries might fall from ladders or scaffolding, resulting in facial injuries.
• Struck by Objects: Objects falling from a height, such as tools or materials, can hit the face, causing nasal fractures.

Sports Injuries

• Contact Sports: Activities like football, boxing, or hockey carry a high risk of collisions or blows to the face, leading to broken noses.
• Accidental Collisions: Even non-contact sports can lead to a broken nose if there’s an accidental collision between players.

Criminal Assaults or Physical Altercations

• Punches or Blows: A direct punch or blow to the face during a fight can easily break the nose.
• Unexpected Violence: Victims of unprovoked attacks may suffer from nasal fractures as a result of being struck.

Bicycle or Motorcycle Accidents

• Falls or Collisions: Falling off a bicycle or motorcycle or being hit by a vehicle can result in facial injuries including broken noses, especially if the rider is thrown forward.

Accidents in Public Places

• Inadequate Lighting: Poorly lit areas can cause people to trip and fall, potentially breaking their nose.
• Unsafe Public Facilities: Unstable handrails, uneven pavements, or other hazards in public places can lead to accidents.

Medical Negligence

• Surgical Errors: Sometimes, broken noses can occur due to improper handling during surgical procedures, particularly during cosmetic surgeries like rhinoplasty.

Animal Attacks

• Dog Bites or Strikes: An aggressive dog might bite or hit a person in the face, leading to a broken nose.

When these accidents result in a broken nose, the injured party might seek compensation for specialist medical costs, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other related damages through a personal injury claim.

What is the claims process?

Suffering a broken nose injury due to someone else’s negligence can be a traumatic experience, both physically and emotionally. At Beacon Law, our personal injury solicitors are dedicated to helping individuals seek compensation for the harm caused to them through no fault of their own.

When you consult with us, we’ll conduct a thorough assessment of your case. This involves gathering detailed information about the incident, including the date, time, location, and circumstances surrounding your injury. Your account, combined with any supporting evidence, will be crucial in building a strong case.

Once we have a clear understanding of your situation, we will initiate contact with the responsible party to initiate the claims process. Ideally, we can reach a settlement without the need for court proceedings. However, if the defendant denies liability for your injury, we are prepared to take your case to court to fight for the compensation you deserve.

We understand that the aftermath of a nose injury can be challenging. You may face medical expenses, lost income, pain, suffering, and emotional distress. Our goal is to secure the maximum compensation possible to help you recover and move forward.

Contact our experienced solicitors today for a free initial consultation. We’ll guide you through the nose injury compensation claim process, answer your questions, and provide the support you need.

What should you do following your nose injury?

Collecting evidence of your nose injury and the incident that caused it is vital for a successful compensation claim. Essential evidence includes photographs of the accident scene and your injuries, and if possible, CCTV footage capturing the incident, whether it was at work or in a public place. Gathering contact details of witnesses and the responsible party will also strengthen your case.

If the injury occurred at work, report it as soon as possible to your employer and ensure it’s recorded in the accident book. As your employer owes you a legal duty of care, their negligence might be a factor in your claim.

For nose injuries resulting from a road traffic accident, gather details of the collision and the insurance information of the involved parties.

Seeking immediate medical attention is crucial, as official medical records significantly support your claim.

How much compensation could you receive?

At Beacon Law, we will do everything that we can to get you the compensation you deserve. The value of damages awarded will aim to put you in the position you were in before the nose injury was sustained. General damages will be calculated using a compensation calculator and will be based on the type of injury suffered, as well as the severity of the pain and suffering caused.

Special damages may also be awarded to compensate for further economic losses arising from the injury. This could include loss of earnings due to time spent off work, the cost of medical treatment, and the cost of care if this is needed. It is important that you keep evidence of the financial costs incurred as a result of your nose injury; this could include receipts and invoices.

Given the variety of possible nose injuries, it can be challenging for our personal injury solicitors to provide an exact compensation estimate. However, arranging a medical evaluation of the injury can offer a more precise assessment of the potential compensation for a broken nose you may receive.

What are the time limits for making a broken nose claim?

Generally, you have three years from the date of the accident to start a personal injury claim, including those for a broken nose. This is outlined in the Limitation Act 1980. 

However, ther are exceptions to this rule:

• Children: If the injured person is under 18, the three-year limit starts on their 18th birthday. 
• Mental incapacity: If the person lacks the mental capacity to make a claim, the time limit is paused until they regain capacity. 
• Date of Knowledge: In rare cases where the injury’s impact or cause is not immediately apparent, the three-year limit may begin from the “date of knowledge,” when the injured person becomes aware of the injury’s seriousness or its link to the incident.

It’s crucial to start the claims process as soon as possible to gather evidence and build a strong case. Delaying can significantly impact your chances of a successful claim. 

If you’ve suffered a broken nose due to someone else’s negligence, it’s advisable to consult with a personal injury solicitor as soon as possible. We can assess your case, advise on the best course of action, and handle the legal process on your behalf. 

How can Beacon Law assist?

With many years of experience, our personal injury solicitors will provide you with expert legal advice and support you through every stage in your nose injury claim for compensation.

Whilst pursuing a personal injury claim, Beacon Law can be your source of support and will help you recover the amount of compensation you deserve. We understand that the process of making a personal injury claim can be difficult, so we will be there to guide you every step of the way.

If you’ve suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, then please call us today for a free, no obligation quote on 0330 1332 857 to start your broken nose claim or complete our contact form at the top of the page to request a call back.

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