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Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury which are caused by direct trauma to the head, neck, or other part of the body, leading to the brain rapidly twisting or moving back and forth in the skull. You do not need to have lost consciousness to suffer a concussion, with only around 10% resulting in this. How much compensation for a concussion you could be awarded is dependent on the severity of your injury and whether you also suffered any financial losses.
If you have suffered a concussion in an accident caused by someone else, or a medical professional made your condition worse due to negligent misdiagnosis, you could be owed compensation. An expert solicitor can help you secure the personal injury compensation you deserve. The solicitors on our panel can help you on a No Win No Fee basis. This leaves you free to focus on your recovery while your solicitor handles the claims process for you and all without paying any upfront or ongoing solicitors’ fees.
Our specialist advisors are on hand to listen to your case and could connect you to one of the solicitors on our panel for a free, no-obligation assessment.
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- How Much Compensation Can I Get For A Concussion Injury?
- Can Concussion Compensation Cover Other Damages?
- Am I Able To Claim Compensation For A Concussion?
- What Accidents Could Lead To A Concussion Being Caused?
- How Can I Prove Liability For A Concussion Injury?
- Is There A Set Time To Begin A Concussion Compensation Claim?
- Why Should I Claim Compensation For A Concussion With Legal Helpline?
- No Win No Fee Concussion Compensation Claims
- More Information
How Much Compensation Can I Get For A Concussion Injury?
How much compensation for concussion injuries you could be awarded will depend on how severely you were harmed. A very severe brain injury could be awarded between £344,150 and £493,000, whereas a moderate brain injury could be awarded £52,550 and £267,340 (including 3 sub-brackets). These figures come from the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). This is a resource which personal injury lawyers and solicitors may consult when determining compensation for your injuries. It contains a list of different injuries in varying severities alongside guideline compensation brackets for each.
We take head and brain injury figures from the JCG to create our table below,
| Injuries | Notes | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple head and brain injuries + special damages. | Inclusive of special damages covering medical bills, care costs, and lost income. | Up to £1,000,000+ |
| Very severe brain damage | The ability to communicate, sensory impairment, and extent of physical limits are factored into compensation. | £344,150 to £493,000. |
| Moderately severe brain injury. | Insight, dependency on others, and life expectancy can impact compensation. | £257,340 to £344,150. |
| Moderate brain damage (i) | Personality changes and moderate to severe intellectual deficit. | £183,190 to £267,340. |
| Moderate brain damage (ii) | Modest to moderate intellectual deficits. | £110,720 to £183,190. |
| Moderate brain damage (iii) | Impacting memory and concentration. | £52,550 to £110,720. |
| Less severe brain injury. | The person can make a good recovery and take part in a normal social life. | £18,700 to £52,550. |
| Minor brain injury | Any brain injuries will have been minimal. | £2,690 to £15,580. |
| Established petit mal epilepsy | The impact of medication can affect compensation. | £66,920 to £160,260. |
| Other epileptic conditions. | 1-2 discrete episodes or temporary resurgence of the condition. | £12,990 to £32,090 |
Please note:
- These figures are not guaranteed.
- The first row figure does not come from the JCG.
Please contact us to learn how concussion injury claims may be valued.
Can Concussion Compensation Cover Other Damages?
Concussion compensation can cover other damages (under the head of loss called special damages) such as medical care, therapy, and lost income. For any financial losses to be included in your settlement you must provide evidence, such as bank statements and invoices, of the loss and its connection to the accident.
You could claim for,
- Lost income.
- Medical expenses.
- Therapy.
- Specialist care.
Working with a specialist solicitor can ensure you include any financial losses you are eligible to reclaim.
Am I Able To Claim Compensation For A Concussion?
You are able to claim compensation for a concussion if your case meets these 3 criteria;
1. A Duty Of Care Existed
A business, organisation, or person had a legal responsibility (duty of care) towards your health and safety at the time the accident and resulting injuries happened.
2. This Duty Was Breached
You can clearly demonstrate that this party was in breach of their duty of care. This means that they failed to ensure your safety by failing to address hazards, ignoring regulations, or otherwise breaching relevant legislation.
3. The Breach Led To Concussion Injuries
You need to show that the breach directly led to your concussion, head, or brain injury. Your physical and/or psychological injury must be a recognised condition.
If you are unsure whether your case meets these criteria one of our advisors could provide you with a free, no-obligation assessment.
What Accidents Could Lead To A Concussion Being Caused?
Car crashes, falls from a height, slips and trips, and well as negligent medical care could all cause or worsen concussions. Below we look at examples of accidents which could lead to a concussion.
Road Traffic Accidents
Road traffic accidents could result in drivers, passengers, and other road users (such as cyclists) suffering concussions.
- A driver fails to check for passing traffic when exiting a vehicle on the road side, opening their door into the path of a cyclist. The cyclist is knocked off their bike, striking their head on the road, suffering a concussion.
- A driver fails to stop at a red light, colliding with a passing vehicle. A passenger in the passing car suffers a traumatic brain injury due to the impact on their side.
Workplace Accidents
Accidents at work could be caused by the failure to adhere to relevant legislation or issue personal protective equipment.
- A construction worker is not issued a hard hat. They are struck by falling debris when walking through the site suffering head and shoulder injuries.
- An office worker trips over trailing wires, striking their head on a desk, suffering a minor head injury.
Public Accidents
Those in control of public spaces must take steps to keep visitors reasonably safe. Public liability accidents could happen where,
- Broken tiles around a swimming pool are not fixed. A visitor trips, strikes their head and falls into the pool, suffering multiple injuries.
- A shopper leans on a broken stair rail which collapses between them, they fall down the stairs suffering head, shoulder, and other injuries.
Medical Negligence
The negligent misdiagnosis or negligently delayed treatment of a concussion could worsen a patient’s head or brain injury.
- A doctor negligently misdiagnoses a patient with whiplash following an accident. The patient displayed clear symptoms of a concussion, which worsened due to a delay in treatment.
Whether you were harmed by medical negligence or an accident, you could be eligible to claim compensation for concussion injuries. Please get in touch with our advisors to find out more.
How Can I Prove Liability For A Concussion Injury?
You can prove liability for a concussion injury using evidence, such as CCTV footage, photos, accident reports, or medical evidence, such as your medical records, which show another party acting negligently. Find out more about the evidence needed for concussion claims in our dedicated guide or by contacting an advisor.
Is There A Set Time To Begin A Concussion Compensation Claim?
Yes, there is a 3 year time limit to begin concussion compensation claims, as set by the Limitation Act 1980. The limitation period begins either on the date the accident happened, or (in cases such as medical negligence claims) the date on which you discovered the harm suffered was connected to negligent treatment. There are also exceptional circumstances when the time limit differs. You can find out more in our guide to time limits.
An advisor could help check how long you have to file your head injury claim.
Why Should I Claim Compensation For A Concussion With Legal Helpline?
Claiming compensation for a concussion with Legal Helpline could give you access to expert support, an independent medical assessment, and could help to ensure you receive the best possible settlement. Both our advisors and a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel could help you understand how much compensation you could claim as well as guidance through the process.
Following a free consultation with an advisor, you could be connected to one of the solicitors on our panel. They could help you by:
- Explaining how the concussion injury compensation claim process works.
- Keeping you updated and informed on your case’s progress.
- Connecting you to specialist head injury rehabilitation services.
- Gathering detailed evidence and preparing your case.
- Preparing your case for court, should it progress this far.
No Win No Fee Concussion Compensation Claims
No Win No Fee concussion injury compensation claims enable people to work with a personal injury lawyer or solicitor without meeting any upfront fees for their work. To do so, they could offer you a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).
This means that they can begin working on your case without charging for their services unless and until your claim is concluded successfully. If you are awarded compensation for a concussion, the solicitor will deduct a (legally limited) success fee as a percentage. If your claim is not successful, you will not need to pay for the solicitor’s work.
Get in touch with our advisors to find out how a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel could help you claim compensation for a concussion.
Contact Our Team To Get Started
You can contact our team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to get advice and start on your concussion injury claim.
- You can call us on 0333 000 0729.
- Tell us about your injuries using our live chat.
- Contact us by completing our online form.
More Information
You can find more information on personal injury claims in these resources.
- Read more about rear end shunt car accident claims here.
- Learn about the role of a litigation friend in child injury claims.
- See how a child brain injury lawyer could help you.
References.
- View concussion guidance for sports accidents published by the government.
- NHS advice for people who have been concussed.
- Check your entitlement to Statutory Sick Pay here.
Thank you for reading our guide on how much compensation for concussion you could claim. Please contact us for help with your case.