Foot & toe injury compensation claims solicitor

What are the most common types of foot and toe injuries?

Foot and toe injuries can come in a variety of forms and can be caused by several different types of accidents. From minor to severe injuries, damage to your feet or toes can often be incredibly painful and limiting. We've listed some of the common injury examples below:

• Lacerations and bruising
• Sprains and strains
• Broken or fractured bones
• Crushed toes
• Amputations of the feet or toes

Some injuries can incur similar symptoms, such as bruising and sprains. It's advised that you get your injury checked over by a doctor to establish exactly what the problem is. Once you've received the diagnosis, you can get the treatment you need and look to claim compensation, whether for a broken toe at work or a minor foot injury.

What are the main causes of foot and toe injuries?

There are several ways you could injure your foot or toe in an accident. We've listed a few common causes to give you more of an idea of when you could make a claim.

• Slips, trips and falls: Foot and toe injuries are incredibly common following this form of accident, and they can often stem from a source of negligence. Whether you tripped over uneven pavement or slipped in a shop where no warning signs were in place, you could be eligible to make a claim.
• Work-related accidents: Many risks in the workplace could cause you to suffer a foot or toe injury, especially if your role involves heavy lifting or you're vulnerable to objects falling from height. Your accident could be down to your employer not fulfilling their duty of care or not providing the appropriate workplace training.
• Road traffic accidents: Road accidents and collisions can lead to several injuries and are a common source of broken bones. This type of accident doesn't just have to involve cars - it can also include cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians. If the accident was caused by another road user, you could claim for crushed foot injury compensation.
• Medical negligence: You may have a condition that can lead to circulation issues and dangerous infections. Or perhaps you underwent treatment or surgery and sustained permanent damage to your foot or toes. These circumstances could lead to amputation. You could be compensated if your doctor failed to spot the signs of your condition early enough or performed treatment incorrectly.

How much compensation could I receive?

We deal with our clients on a case-by-case basis, so there is no set figure as to how much foot injury compensation you'll receive. Our calculator tool uses the latest edition of the Judicial College Guidelines to inform our team of what the average payout could be.

The final figure awarded depends on several factors, including the severity of your injury and how much it has impacted your quality of life.

How do I start a foot or toe injury claim with ClaimsPeople?

There are three ways to begin your claim with us:

• Call us on 0800 587 0344. We're open until 9pm Monday to Friday, 6pm on Saturdays and 5pm on Sundays. During your initial phone call, we'll let you know if you have a potential claim to pursue. 
• Complete the callback form and a member of our team will be in touch.
• Use our foot and toe injury compensation calculator to see what your claim could be worth and choose whether you'd like to proceed.

How does the claims process work?

Whether you're seeking compensation for a crushed foot injury or a broken toe at work, the claims process works the same:

1. You'll begin by meeting an expert foot injury lawyer who will learn the details of your case. You may be asked to provide evidence such as medical records, photographs and any correspondence between yourself and the third party you're claiming against. 
2. Once we have a full understanding of your claim, your lawyer will contact the third party to let them know you're making a claim against them.
3. If the third party accepts fault for your foot or toe injury, a suitable compensation amount will be arranged. If they deny responsibility, your lawyer will begin legal proceedings against them, keeping you informed throughout the process.
4. If your claim is unsuccessful, you won't have to pay a penny. If you win your claim, you'll pay a pre-agreed fee that will be deducted from the final compensation amount.

How long does a typical foot or toe injury claim take?

Every case is different, so we cannot tell you exactly how long your claim will take. This depends on the specifics of your case, but we'll try to move the process along as quickly as possible. 

We'll be sure to keep you updated every step of the way. If you have any questions throughout your case, feel free to get in touch with your lawyer.

What happens if I lose my case?

We operate on a no win no fee basis for most of our foot and toe injury claims. We take out an After the Event (ATE) insurance policy on your behalf so that additional court fees, medical report costs or barrister charges are covered. 

All this protects you in the unlikely event that your claim is unsuccessful, and you won't owe us anything. The process is clear and risk-free.