If you’ve suffered from limb damage or amputation due to someone else’s actions or negligence, you don’t have to face it alone. You may be able to claim compensation on a no-win, no-fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and if you win, our fees come out of your compensation.
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A limb damage or amputation claim is a type of legal claim for compensation after you’ve suffered an injury to your limb due to somebody else’s negligence. Some of the most common types of limb injuries can include:
If someone else was at fault, you may be able to claim. For example, this could be due to an accident at work, medical negligence, a road traffic accident, or an injury in a public place where safety measures weren’t followed.
Limb damage or loss compensation can cover a number of costs related to your injury, including:
We understand how debilitating limb damage can be, and how life-altering amputation is. That’s why we’ll work hard to get you the compensation you’re entitled to, so your needs are met now and in the future.
You usually have three years to make an amputation or limb injury claim. This runs from the date of the accident, or from when you first knew your injury was caused by it.
For those under the age of 18, the three years do not usually begin until the child has turned 18. This means a claim can be brought at any point up to their 21st birthday.
It’s best to get in touch early, while evidence is still fresh.
Amputation and limb damage can happen in many different situations. We regularly help clients bring claims following:
Including injuries caused by machinery, unsafe equipment, poor training or lack of protective gear.
Where a collision has led to the loss of a limb or serious damage to an arm, hand, leg or foot.
Such as delayed diagnosis, surgical errors, infections or mistakes that result in limb damage or amputation.
For example, slips, trips or crush injuries caused by unsafe environments in shops, streets or other public spaces.
Where another person’s actions have directly caused serious limb injury.
If someone else was responsible for what happened, you may be entitled to claim compensation. We understand how overwhelming things can feel. Our personal injury team will guide you through each step with clarity and care. Let us take the pressure off and help you move forward with confidence.
An amputation or serious limb injury can affect every part of your life, from your ability to work to your independence and mental wellbeing. A successful claim can give you the financial security you need to adapt and move forward.
Compensation can cover the income you have already lost and the money you may be unable to earn in the future because of your injury.
You may be able to access private treatment, physiotherapy and specialist rehabilitation to support your recovery and improve your quality of life.
A claim can help pay for prosthetic limbs, mobility aids and other equipment you need to live as independently as possible.
Compensation can fund changes to your home or car, such as ramps, lifts or adapted controls, to make everyday life safer and easier.
The mental impact of limb damage or amputation can be just as serious as the physical injury. A claim can cover counselling and other support for anxiety, depression or trauma.
Most importantly, compensation allows you to focus on healing without the added pressure of worrying about money.
We keep the process clear and supportive, so you can focus on your recovery while we take care of the legal side.
Contact us for a free, no-obligation assessment. We will listen to what has happened and confirm whether you have a valid claim.
If you choose to proceed, we will collect the information needed to support your case, including medical records, accident reports and witness statements.
We then approach the person, organisation or insurer responsible for your injury and begin the legal process on your behalf.
Most claims are settled without going to court. If an offer is made, we will explain it clearly and only proceed if you are happy.
Throughout the process, our personal injury team will keep you informed and guide you every step of the way.
Speak to our friendly team today. You are not alone, and you may have a case.
You may be able to claim if you suffered a limb injury or amputation because someone else was careless. We’ll need to show they were at fault, and that this caused your injury. We can check this for you for free.
That depends on how serious the injury is and the impact it’s had on your life, including the cost of prosthetics and equipment. We can’t give you a figure straight away, and that’s not us being cagey. We need medical evidence first, and with serious injuries we may need reports from more than one specialist. Once we have them, we can give you a proper picture. In the meantime, our compensation calculator can give you a rough guide.
A no-win, no-fee agreement, also called a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), means you don’t pay anything upfront. If your claim isn’t successful, you won’t pay our legal fees. If we win, our fees are taken from your compensation, and we’ll explain exactly how much before you sign anything. We’ll also arrange After the Event (ATE) insurance, which covers certain costs if your claim doesn’t succeed. This protection depends on you being honest throughout your claim.
Yes – if you have sustained limb damage or an amputation injury due to a car accident, you may be able to claim compensation, provided the other party is at fault. An injury in this type of accident could be due to:
Yes – if you have suffered a limb injury or amputation due to a medical professional’s negligence, you may be able to claim compensation. This could include:
We’ll need medical evidence to show the treatment fell below the standard you should have received, and that this caused your injury or made it worse.
Yes. If you were injured in a violent crime, you may be able to claim through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA), even if the attacker isn’t caught. In some cases, you can also claim against the person responsible. Limb injuries from assaults can be caused by:
Yes – if you suffered a limb injury in the workplace and you believe this is due to someone else’s negligence, you may be able to claim compensation. Common limb injuries at work could be caused by:
By law, your employer must have insurance to cover claims like this, so any compensation is paid by their insurer. Find out more about accident at work claims.
This may include CCTV footage, medical reports, police reports, witnesses’ contact details, proof of financial losses, photographic proof of the injury or even a personal diary of symptoms.
These help show what happened and how the injury has affected you. If you don’t have everything, don’t worry. We’ll help you gather what you need.
In most cases, you will not need to go to court, as most amputation and limb injury claims are settled outside of court through negotiation between your solicitor and the insurance company of the party responsible for the injury.
If an agreement cannot be reached, however, the claim may proceed to court. If this happens, your expert amputation injury lawyer will guide you through the process and handle the legal steps on your behalf.
Every case is different – meaning, each resolution period differs, too. If the defendant admits liability, the claim could be resolved, and you could receive compensation within a few months.
However, for more complicated cases – such as disputes over medical evidence or neglect – this could be longer.
Your claim will be handled by our personal injury team. The team is made up mainly of solicitors and trainee solicitors, supported by paralegals and legal secretaries.
Your hospital records show the treatment you had. An independent medical report looks at how your injury affects you now and in the future. That’s what your compensation is based on, so it’s a key part of your claim.
We’ll send you a secure link to sign your documents online. If you have any trouble, just call us and we’ll talk you through it.
We have extensive experience handling amputation and serious limb injury claims.
Nothing to pay upfront. If you win, our fees come out of your compensation.
Every claim is unique, so we provide advice and support specific to your situation.
Our personal injury team will work hard to get you the best outcome and support you every step of the way.
If you have suffered limb damage or amputation due to someone else’s negligence, don’t wait. Contact CEL Solicitors to explore your compensation options.
