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Ankle and Foot Injuries Lawyers — Scotland

Sustaining ankle and foot injuries is both painful and frustrating, significantly impacting your ability to move around and live your life as normal. When such injuries are caused by third-party negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. At Watermans, our foot and ankle injuries lawyers are here to guide you through the claims process, ensuring you receive the personal injury compensation you deserve.   

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The Short of It

  • Have you sustained an ankle or foot injury

    within the last three years that wasn't your fault? If yes, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

  • Injuries like these can occur in the workplace,

    vehicle collisions, public places and on business premises.

  • Speak to our experienced personal injury solicitors

    today to start your ankle injury compensation claim. 

  • Everything we do at Watermans

    is about getting you the resolution you need and providing straightforward legal advice. It should be that simple.

    • The Long of It

    Ankle and Foot Injuries 

    Ankle and foot injury claims

    Having an ankle or foot injury can be a debilitating and painful experience. These injuries can limit mobility, making everyday tasks difficult and impacting your ability to work, exercise, or carry out daily activities.

    Even minor foot injuries can take time to heal, while more serious conditions may require medical treatment, rehabilitation, or even long-term lifestyle adjustments. If left untreated or misdiagnosed, foot and ankle injuries can lead to permanent damage and a reduced quality of life.

    If you’ve suffered injuries from an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to compensation for a foot injury claim. Seeking legal advice promptly can help you understand your rights and the full extent of compensation you could receive.

    Potential treatments and consequences

    The severity of ankle and foot injuries determines the necessary medical treatment. In some cases, physiotherapy may be required to restore mobility, while more serious injuries—such as twisted or broken ankles or severe foot injuries—could require surgery.

    Depending on the severity of your injury, additional treatments like injections or even prosthetics might be necessary.

    Pain from ankle and foot injuries can disrupt sleep and impact overall well-being. Additionally, you may need to take time off work to focus on your recovery, leading to a temporary loss of income. Depending on the extent of your injury, even a toe injury, other medical treatments might be required, adding to the physical and financial strain.

    The mental and emotional toll of dealing with an injury can be overwhelming for both the injured person and their loved ones.

    A qualified solicitor can help you understand your rights if your injury was caused by third-party negligence, whether in a workplace accident, road traffic accident, or a public place.

    Common causes of ankle and foot injuries

    There are numerous scenarios where you may get an ankle or foot injury:

    • Workplace accidents: Injuries from uneven surfaces, falling objects or machinery can cause severe ankle injuries.
    • Road traffic accident: Whether you are a driver, passenger, or pedestrian, collisions can result in foot injuries. The impact of a crash often causes immense trauma to the ankle joint, leading to injuries such as broken ankles or sprains.
    • Sporting injuries: High-impact sports like football, ice hockey or rugby are common causes of ankle sprains and ligament damage. Even with proper equipment, the risk of ankle injuries in sports remains significant.
    • Falls in a public place or business premises: This could include slipping on wet floors in supermarkets or falling due to poorly maintained staircases in office buildings. Property owners are responsible for maintaining safe conditions for visitors and customers. Should they fail to do so, you may entitled to claim for compensation.
    • Repetitive strain injuries: These include injuries from overuse in certain occupations that can cause chronic foot and ankle problems. Examples include dancers who put intense strain on their feet or factory workers who stand for long periods on hard surfaces.

    If you sustained your ankle injuries within the last three years due to third-party negligence, now is the time to make a claim for ankle injury compensation.

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    Common Ankle Injuries     

    Common ankle injuries you can claim for

    Ankle injuries can range from minor sprains to severe fractures. Understanding them can help you recognise the seriousness of your condition and the importance of seeking proper medical attention and legal advice.

    Below are the three most common types of ankle injuries you may claim for:

    Ankle sprain

    Ankle sprains occur when the ligaments around the ankles are stretched or torn. Some symptoms include swelling, bruising and reduced mobility. While minor sprains may heal quickly, more serious sprains can take longer to recover and may require extensive treatment like physiotherapy and in more serious cases, even surgery.

    Twisted or broken ankle

    Twisted, broken, or fractured ankles can mean a partial or complete break in one or more bones of the ankle joint. These may result from car accidents or falls on one foot. They often require lengthy recuperation, such as surgery or casting, and, in extreme cases, amputation. These injuries may also leave long-lasting pain and instability, making rehabilitation essential for recovery.

    Tendon injuries

    Tendon injuries can affect the Achilles or other tendons around the ankle. These can range from minor strains to complete ruptures, causing pain and swelling and impacting your mobility. Recovery often involves a combination of rest, physical therapy and, in some cases, surgical intervention.

    Our personal injury department has the expertise to assist with your foot injury compensation claim. Whether you’ve suffered a minor sprain or a severe fracture, we’re here to help you get maximum compensation.

    Our solicitors will ensure that all aspects of your injury are considered, from medical costs to the potential long-term effects on your life.

    Making a Claim  

    How do I make an ankle or foot injury claim?

    Ankle and foot injuries can significantly impact your daily life, often requiring time off work, rehabilitation, or even long-term adjustments such as mobility aids, orthopaedic support, and reduced physical activity. If your injury limits your mobility, you may need assistance with essential tasks like dressing, moving around your home, or shopping for groceries. This can cause undue stress for you and your loved ones.

    To make an ankle injury compensation claim, you may need to follow these steps:

    1. Contact our personal injury lawyers: Reach out to Watermans and discuss your case details. Our specialist team will assess your case details and determine if you have a valid claim for compensation.
    2. Provide details: Share information about how and where the accident occurred. Be as thorough as possible, as small details are often crucial to your case.
    3. Medical assessment: Our dedicated team will arrange for you to undergo a medical assessment to obtain medical reports that support your claim. This will help establish the extent of your injury and its potential long-term impact on your life.
    4. Build your case: We’ll gather evidence, including witness statements and accident reports to strengthen your claim. We’ll also collect any relevant CCTV footage or photographs of the accident scene.
    5. Negotiate with the at-fault party: We’ll handle all communications with the responsible insurers to negotiate a fair settlement for your ankle injury claims. We’ll keep you informed throughout this legal process and advise you on whether to accept any offers.
    6. Claim compensation: If negotiations are successful, you’ll receive your compensation. If not, we may need to take your case to court. Rest assured, we’ll represent your interests vigorously at every stage.

    Our expert team offers straightforward legal advice and is dedicated to guiding you through every step of the personal claims process. We aim to secure the compensation you deserve, helping you move forward with confidence and financial peace of mind.

    How Much Compensation? 

    How much compensation can I claim for an ankle or foot injury?

    As with all personal injury claims, the compensation amount you could receive can vary.

    Here are the types of ankle injury compensation you may be able to claim:

    • Medical treatment costs: This covers expenses for immediate and ongoing care, medication costs and potential future treatments. If your injury requires surgery, these costs will be factored into your ankle injury claim.
    • Pain and suffering: You can claim compensation for physical pain and emotional distress caused by your injury. The estimated compensation for this category can vary widely based on the severity and duration of your suffering.
    • Loss of earnings: If your injury has caused you to miss work or affects your future earning capacity, you can claim for these financial losses. This is particularly important in cases of serious injury that prevent a quick return to work.
    • Care and assistance: If you’ve required help with daily tasks due to your injury, the cost of this care can be claimed. This is often relevant in cases of severe injury where significant instability affects mobility.
    • Travel expenses: These are costs incurred for travelling to medical appointments or treatments related to your injury.
    • Long-term effects: Should your injury result in permanent disability or prevent a complete recovery, you may be entitled to additional compensation for the long-term impact on your life.
    • Other damages: If somebody is found to have been grossly negligent in their duty of care to you, you may find that the compensation amount will be larger. This ensures the negligent party is held accountable and discourages similar negligence in the future.

    Understanding the different types of ankle injury compensation available can help ensure you receive the necessary support for your recovery. Whether it’s covering medical expenses, lost earnings, or long-term care, a well-prepared injury compensation claim can make a significant difference in rebuilding your life.

    To calculate your ankle injury estimated compensation, use our free online claims calculator.

    Why Watermans? 

    Why should I choose Watermans to pursue my personal injury claim?

    Watermans makes legal services look and feel easy so people can move forward in life.  We have offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Dundee, where our team provides expert legal support. Our focus is on making the whole process as simple, transparent, and efficient as possible.

    What sets Watermans apart is our commitment to clear communication. We understand that dealing with a solicitor can feel intimidating. We eliminate that dread by providing a straightforward legal experience that’s uncomplicated and focused on delivering the best outcome for you.

    From the moment you contact us, we’ll handle your case with care and precision, ensuring you receive the maximum compensation.

    Additionally, we provide access to a range of additional services, such as physiotherapy and psychological treatment, to help you recover quickly and get your life back on track.

    Trusted Personal Injury Solicitors in Scotland

    Our expertise in personal injury covers a wide range of areas, including:

    We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation for them. We work on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means that if your ankle injury claim is unsuccessful, you won’t end up out of pocket.

    FAQs About Ankle Injury Compensation Claims

    In Scotland, the time limit to make foot injury compensation claims is generally three years from the accident date. However, this doesn’t mean you have three years following your accident to start the claims process.

    Instead, you must have settled a claim for personal injury or raised a court action within this three-year timeframe. To ensure you don’t miss out on your right to claim, it’s advisable to speak with an ankle injury lawyer at Watermans as soon as possible after your injury. Early action allows us to gather key evidence and build a stronger case on your behalf.

    Your employer may indeed be liable if your ankle injury happened due to their negligence or failure to implement safety measures in the working environment. Employers have a legal obligation to ensure the safety of their staff. If your workplace fails to do so, and this leads to your ankle injury, you likely have grounds for an ankle injury claim.

    Our legal practice specialises in workplace injury compensation claims, including those involving ankle injuries. We can help determine if your employer breached their duty of care by failing to address known hazards, provide proper training or supply appropriate safety equipment.

    Remember, it’s important to report the accident to your employer and get medical attention as soon as possible after the injury. This documentation will help build a strong case to support your claim.

    The time it takes to settle your ankle injury compensation claim can vary. Typically, straightforward cases where liability is clear and the injury is not severe might settle in a few months. If the other party disputes responsibility or you’re still getting medical treatment, the case becomes more complicated and could take a year or even longer.

    The time frame can also be affected by the other party’s willingness to negotiate, the need for expert medical documents, and the possibility of court proceedings if a settlement can’t be reached. At Watermans, we aim to progress your claim as efficiently as possible while securing the best outcome for you.

    To support your ankle injury compensation claims, our solicitors will help you gather several types of evidence:

    • Medical records – This includes documentation from your initial emergency room visit, follow-up appointments, and any ongoing treatment. These records provide proof of the extent and nature of your foot injury.
    • Photographs – Pictures of the accident scene and your injury over time can provide visual evidence of the severity of your injury and the conditions that led to it.
    • Witness statements – If anyone saw the incident, their account can be valuable in establishing the circumstances of your accident.
    • Incident reports – If your injury happened at work or in a public place, any official reports filed at the time can provide important details about the incident.
    • Expense records – Keep all receipts related to your injury, including medical bills, travel costs for appointments, and any equipment you’ve had to purchase (like crutches or special footwear).
    • Wage loss documentation – If you’ve had to take time off work, payslips or a letter from your employer confirming lost wages can support your claim for lost earnings.

    We’re here to ensure your claim is as strong as possible, maximising your chances of a fair settlement.

    We understand that worrying about legal fees shouldn’t be an additional stress when dealing with a foot injury. As your dedicated foot injury lawyer, we offer some free initial advice to discuss your case. This allows you to understand your options without any obligation or upfront costs.

    For most personal injury claims, including foot injury cases, we operate on a no-win, no-fee basis. This means that if we don’t secure compensation, you won’t have to pay any legal fees.

    We believe in transparency, so we’ll clearly explain our fee structure during our initial consultation. This way, you’ll know exactly what to expect in terms of costs before we proceed with your claim.

    In most personal injury claims, including ankle injury claims, cases are settled out of court through negotiations with the responsible party’s insurer. However, there are situations where going to court may become necessary.

    • Liability disputes: If the other party denies responsibility for your injury and refuses to accept fault, court action may be required to prove negligence.
    • Disagreements over compensation amount: Even if liability is accepted, the at-fault party’s insurer might offer a lower settlement than you are entitled to. If a fair agreement cannot be reached, taking the case to court may be the next step.

    Should any of the above happen, our experienced team at Watermans will represent you every step of the way to achieve the best possible outcome.

    Yes, you may still be eligible to claim compensation even if you were partially responsible for the accident. In such cases, your compensation may be reduced based on your level of responsibility. This is known as “contributory negligence”. Our legal experts can assess your case and help determine the extent of your liability.

    If your ankle or foot injury was caused by an uninsured or untraceable party, you may still be able to claim compensation through the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) or other relevant schemes. Watermans can assist in navigating these claims to ensure you receive the compensation you’re entitled to.

    If your condition deteriorates after your initial claim, you may still have options. In some cases, further compensation can be sought if it becomes apparent that the injury has unanticipated long-term consequences. It’s important to discuss any worsening symptoms with both your doctor and your solicitor to ensure you are properly compensated for any lasting effects.

    Don’t bear the burden of an ankle or foot injury alone.
    Contact an expert ankle and foot injuries lawyer from Watermans to secure the compensation you deserve.

    Get in touch with us

    Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need and making that process straightforward. Start the process by sending us your details below or calling us on 0131 555 7055

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    “Making a claim for compensation can be such a daunting process for people, so I try to make it as straightforward and easy to understand as I can for them.”

    Susanne McGraw, Head of Personal Injury

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