Myth busting: there’s no point in claiming for a minor injury

If you have suffered a minor injury due to someone else’s negligence, please do not dismiss making a compensation claim as “not worth it”. We know that some people do not pursue minor injury claims because they think their injury is “isn’t serious enough” or “it’d be too much trouble”. They may also worry about the process that is involved.

Here are a few reasons why speaking to us about any minor injury is a very good idea.

We really are “with you every step of the way”. It Is not only our advertising slogan; it reflects exactly how we work. We are always delighted to have contact from people to discuss any type or level of incident. You will never be wasting your or our time. It is far better to let us give you our opinion and your options. There will be absolutely no pressure. The claims process is straightforward with us at your side.
One of the biggest benefits of bringing a minor injury claim is that it encourages employers and individuals to take workplace safety far more seriously. Quite simply it can prevent future more serious injuries to other people. You will be protecting yourself and others.
You would expect to be compensated if someone caused minor damage to your car or property – so why is it so different if you yourself are injured? Making a personal injury claim is not about taking advantage – it is simply about fairness.

Is talking to us about making a claim for a minor injury worth it? For the reasons mentioned above, absolutely.

We have represented thousands of clients with what might be regarded as insignificant injuries. Here are some recent examples:

A client cut their finger on a piece of metal on a fridge. It was a very small cut and their finger healed quickly and well. They were delighted that in instructing us they had ensured that the same thing would not happen to their colleagues. They received £2,000 compensation.
A client had a minor road traffic accident. They suffered minor soft tissue injuries from which they fully recovered within six weeks. They received £3,000 compensation.
A client tripped over a pallet. They made a full recovery within one week with no medical treatment. They received £1,150 compensation.

You should, however, be aware that you only have three years from the date of the incident to settle most claims. Some types of claims have a two-year time limit So, the sooner you contact us, the better.

Email Fiona Fraser
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