If you have suffered an injury to the ribs, while at work or in a public space, you could be entitled to compensation. Though some may think that this type of injury can be minor, rib injuries can be more severe than you first think, impacting your quality of life, and your ability to maintain crucial responsibilities.
Rib injuries can range from cracked ribs to damage to internal organs. Broken or cracked ribs can be extremely painful and often take up to six weeks to repair themselves.
What’s more, rib injury treatment is limited as they cannot easily be reached. This can result in a long recovery, which can be painful, especially in cases with complications. common complications include lung puncture, which makes it very hard to breathe. Your liver and spleen could also be at risk of damage from a broken rib.
If you’re suffering with a rib injury and it wasn’t your fault, True Solicitors are on your side. Get in touch with us for a free consultation.
At True Solicitors, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our dedicated rib injury solicitors bring years of experience and genuine care to every case, working tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for you. With our no win, no fee promise, you can focus on your recovery knowing that you won’t owe us anything if your claim isn’t successful.
Rib injuries can have lasting effects, sometimes leading to ongoing pain or difficulties with breathing. If you’ve suffered from any type of rib injury, know that you may be entitled to compensation, and we’re here to help you explore your options and move towards that goal.
One of the following personal injuries:
Can result in:
A break or multiple breaks in the rib cage, which can then lead to bruising of the muscles and ligaments surrounding the site of injury. The lungs and other organs underneath the ribs can also be injured.
This is when a piece of the rib cage is separated from the rest of the rib cage structure, typically at least two ribs.
Injuries to the ribs may result in a splenic rupture, which involves the outer capsule being split and the spleen then bleeding into the abdominal cavity.
Damage to your ribs could cause breathing trouble, bruising and swelling, pain which is excavated by coughing, sneezing.
Through our injury claim process, our personal injury solicitors can help guide you through the legal steps required to get you the compensation you deserve. Here to answer any questions, provide steadfast representation, and fight your corner during the tougher decisions that may occur during your claim, the team are always on hand when you need them.
When processing your compensation claim through True Solicitors, there are three general steps that you can expect to take:
Submit your claim - we'll establish who was at fault and submit a claim on your behalf.
Gather the evidence and we'll arrange treatment - we'll collect all of the evidence needed to prove your claim, arrange a medical examination for you, and if appropriate, arrange treatment to assist with your recovery.
Win your claim - we'll fight hard on your behalf to recover maximum compensation in the shortest time.
If your case is unsuccessful, don't worry, our services won't cost you a thing.
“As a result of the council’s negligence, and having been airlifted to hospital, our client was left with a full set of broken ribs along one side and 2 ribs broken on the right, several severe brain haemorrhages, a collapsed lung, a fractured finger as well as various other life changing injuries…in October 2024, True Solicitors obtained our client more than £100,000 in damages as a result of his injuries.”
Personal injury client receives £100,000 compensation case
Have questions? That’s natural. Below are some commonly asked questions we get about rib injury claims from our clients.
Rib injuries can range from mild bruising to serious fractures that affect breathing and internal organs. While some heal with rest, others may lead to complications like punctured lungs or chronic pain. Prompt medical attention is important to ensure proper healing and to rule out any life-threatening conditions, why legal representation can win you compensation to cover.
To make a successful rib injury claim, you’ll need to show how the injury happened, who was at fault, and how serious your injury is. Helpful evidence may include:
Gathering this information can strengthen your case and help ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.
The amount of compensation you could receive for a broken rib claim can differ between specific cases. For cases of simple fractures, you could be looking at a few thousand pounds, however, for cases of complex injuries that involve lung damage or long-term disability, this figure jumps up to tens of thousands.
There is no fixed average amount you should expect for a compensation payout, as the amount you are owed is fully reliant on severity of the injury. Generally speaking, you will be looking at receiving a few thousand pounds for your injury claim.
Should you experience a rib fracture that leads to complications, such as prolonged pain or difficulty breathing, then you may be classed a having a disability. However, this is completely dependent on the severity of your condition.
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