Hip Injury Claims — Scotland
Hip or pelvis injuries can be painful and debilitating and can restrict your movements in all walks of life. If you have sustained a hip and pelvis injury in the last three years, you could be entitled to hip injury claims for compensation.
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The Short of It
If you are a victim of an accident caused by someone else and have damaged your hip or pelvis,
you may be entitled to financial compensation.
Injuries to the hip and pelvic area can be sustained
in the workplace, in a road traffic accident, or as a result of a fall.
Speak to our expert personal injury solicitors today
to see if you are eligible to pursue a hip injury claim for your injuries.
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
Hip & Pelvis Injuries
Hip and pelvis injury claims
Injuries to your hip or pelvic area can be painful and make it difficult to continue about your day. Performing simple activities such as walking or climbing the stairs can be a nightmare, and it may hinder your ability to do your job properly. These types of hip injuries may also prevent you from taking part in your favourite sports or from socialising with your loved ones and often require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation.
Hip and pelvis injuries most commonly occur in road traffic accidents but can also happen in the workplace or due to slips, trips and falls. Whatever the cause of your injury, it makes your daily life much more difficult.
Common hip and pelvis injuries
Some of the most common hip and pelvis injuries include:
- Hip fractures – A hip fracture is a break in the upper part of the thigh bone (femur) that forms the hip joint. Hip fractures can be serious in more mature adults and may require surgery, such as a hip replacement, to restore mobility and reduce pain.
- Pelvic fractures – A fractured pelvis occurs when one or more bones in the pelvis break. Pelvic injuries can range from minor to severe injury and may involve damage to internal organs, nerves, or blood vessels.
- Dislocated hip – A dislocated hip occurs when the ball of the thigh bone (femur) is forced out of its socket in the hip bone (pelvis). This can cause severe pain and requires immediate medical attention to relocate the joint and prevent further damage.
- Soft tissue injuries – Hip and pelvis injuries can also involve damage to the surrounding muscles, tendons, and ligaments. These soft tissue injuries can cause pain, swelling, and limited mobility, requiring extensive physical therapy to regain strength and flexibility.
Often with these types of injuries, you may find it hard to put any weight on the affected area or to move as freely as you usually can, if at all. You may be experiencing severe joint or bone pain, all of which hinder you in your daily routine.
Making a Claim
Who qualifies for hip and pelvis injury compensation claims?
If your hip injuries were inflicted because of someone else’s negligence within the last three years, you should speak to one of our dedicated personal injury solicitors. Our solicitors care about our clients, and we will do all we can to pursue a compensation claim for your injuries.
How do I make a hip and pelvis injury claim?
Hip and pelvis injuries can have many consequences, but you may find that it is your mobility that is greatly affected. A stiff and sore pelvic area may mean that you are not sleeping properly and that you are unable to carry out any of your daily tasks.
A decrease in your movement abilities may also mean that you face a loss of earnings during your injury period, as you are unable to work. This reduction in income can cause unnecessary stress at a time when you should be concentrating on healing physically.
This is where we come in.
If your injury occurred within the last three years, you should contact a personal injury solicitor. At Watermans, we have a team of skilled personal injury solicitors who are ready to assist in achieving the best result for you.
We understand that pursuing a pelvis or hip injury compensation claim can be daunting, but we are here to take the hassle out of it for you.
How Much Compensation?
How much compensation can I claim for a hip and pelvis injury?
Having a hip or pelvic injury may mean that you need to take time off of work, which can result in a loss of earnings for you and your family. If the injury was not your fault and perhaps due to the negligence of others, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
Like most personal injury claims, the amount of compensation you could receive for your hip or pelvis injury is largely dependent on the circumstances in which the accident occurred and the severity of the injuries.
Our hip injury lawyers are here to help you understand your rights and options for pursuing hip injury compensation claims and will ensure you receive the compensation you’re entitled to, including:
- Loss of present earnings – You can make a hip injury claim for the income you have lost due to being unable to work because of your injury.
- Loss of future earnings – If your hip and pelvis fractures prevent you from returning to your previous job or limit your future earning capacity, you can claim for future lost wages.
- Medical expenses – You can claim for the cost of surgeries, prescriptions, and rehabilitation related to your hip injury.
- Travel expenses – If you have incurred travel costs to attend medical appointments or treatment sessions, these can be included in your claim for a hip injury.
- Care and assistance – If you need help with daily tasks or personal care due to a severe hip injury, you can make a hip claim for the cost of this care.
Speak to one of our solicitors today to help you begin your compensation claims process.
To get an estimate of how much compensation you may be entitled to for your hip injury, use our online claims calculator.
Why Watermans?
Why should I choose Watermans to pursue my personal injury claim?
Watermans make legal services look and feel easy so people can move forward in life.
Our expert team of personal injury lawyers is committed to doing everything to make the claims process straightforward for our clients following an accident. We take the hassle from you and fight each case to secure the maximum level of compensation.
We also provide access to a range of additional services, such as physiotherapy and psychological treatment, to ensure you recover from your hip injuries as soon as possible 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 accidents at work, public liability claims, road traffic accidents, fatal and serious injury claims and cases relating to abuse.
We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in personal injury compensation for our clients. We work on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means that if your claim for hip injury compensation is unsuccessful, you won’t end up out of pocket.
Take the first step towards securing the compensation you deserve for your hip injury claims. Request a callback from Watermans today for straightforward legal advice.
FAQs About Claiming for Hip Injuries
It is largely understood that there is a three-year time limit to make a personal claim for compensation. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that you have three years following the date of your accident in which to start the claims process.
In fact, you are required to have raised a court action or settled a claim for personal injury within this three-year timeframe. There are some exceptions to this rule, so we advise speaking to one of our specialist personal injury solicitors at Watermans, who will be able to advise you on the best course of action for your situation.
In some cases, you may still be able to make a hip or pelvis injury compensation claim, even if you were partly at fault for the accident. This is known as contributory negligence, and the compensation awarded will be reduced based on the percentage of responsibility attributed to you.
For example, if you are found to be 25% responsible for the accident, your compensation will be reduced by 25%. It’s important to discuss your case with a qualified personal injury lawyer to verify whether you have a valid claim and to what extent you may be entitled to a compensation settlement.
To strengthen your hip or pelvis injury claim and improve your chances of receiving fair compensation, it’s crucial to gather as much evidence as possible. Some important pieces of evidence that can support your claim include:
- Medical records – Keep a thorough record of all medical treatments, prescriptions, and rehabilitation related to your injury. This includes hospital records, GP visits, physiotherapy sessions, and any other medical reports that demonstrate the extent of your injury and the treatment required.
- Witness information – If there were any witnesses to the accident that caused your hip or pelvis injury, your hip injury lawyer at Watermans will contact them and take statements on your behalf to support your claim.
- Photographs – Take photographs of the accident scene, your injuries, and any damage to property or equipment involved in the accident. These visual records can help demonstrate the severity of the incident and the extent of your hip injuries.
- Accident reports – Official accident reports need to be filed with the relevant authorities for hip or pelvic injuries from car accidents. The same applies to accidents that occur at work or in a public place. Obtain a copy of this report to include in your pelvis fracture compensation claim.
- Financial documents – Keep a record of any expenses you have incurred as a result of your injury, such as medical bills, associated travel costs, and care expenses. These financial records will help when calculating the total value of your claim and demonstrating the financial impact of your injury.
Trust Watermans as your dedicated law firm in Scotland to secure the pelvic injury compensation you are entitled to.
At Watermans, we understand the financial burden that a hip or pelvis injury can place on you and your family. That’s why we aim to make our services as affordable as possible. We operate on a no-win, no-fee basis for all our personal injury claims, including hip claims. This means that you won’t have to pay any solicitors’ fees if your claim is unsuccessful.
Our experienced personal injury lawyers also offer some free initial advice to help you understand your options when pursuing a hip or pelvis injury claim. We’ll take the time to listen to your story and provide clear guidance on the best way forward for your unique situation.
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