If you have been injured while playing a sport, whether as a participant or spectator, you may be able to make a compensation claim. Personal Injury attorneys at The Claim Help Team are experienced in dealing with sports injury claims and can provide the expert legal advice and support you need to get the best possible outcome for your case.
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No matter what sport you have been injured playing or watching, The Claim Help Team can help. We have a dedicated team of sports injury claim solicitors who have the knowledge and experience to get you the best possible outcome from your case. We will get you maximum compensation for:
Don't hesitate to contact us if you have been injured while playing or watching a sport. We will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
You can claim financial compensation for any losses you have suffered as a result of your sports injury. This can include:
As with any other type of personal injury claim, if you have been injured while playing a sport, you may also be able to claim for the damage that your injury has done to your future earning capacity.
In some cases, you may also be able to claim for 'general damages, which are a lump sum of money awarded to compensate the injured party for the injuries they have sustained. This is not an exhaustive list, and you should seek legal advice to find out what compensation you may be entitled to.
Sports injuries can occur in any sport and range from relatively minor strains or sprains to more serious injuries such as fractures or head injuries. They can be caused by several things, including:
Some circumstances increase your chance of getting injured during the sport, including:
If you have been injured due to any of the above or for any other reason that shows negligence on the responsible parties, you may be able to claim compensation.
If a sports injury occurs as a result of another party's negligence or contravention of safety regulations, you can make a compensation claim.
The typical parties involved in such cases include:
It is important to note that the person or organisation you hold responsible for your injury does not have to be the one who caused it. For example, if you were injured as a spectator at a football match, it is possible to make a claim against the club if their negligence was responsible for your injury.
People or organisations can also be held responsible for injuries they did not directly cause. This occurs when they failed to take reasonable steps to prevent injuries occurring, and you would not have been injured 'but for their actions (also known as the 'Doctrine of Proximate Cause').
For example, if you are playing sport on a school playing field and a piece of broken glass injures you, the school may be held responsible as they did not take reasonable steps to ensure the playing field was safe for use.
If you have been injured as a result of playing or watching sport, the first thing you should do is seek medical attention.
Once you have been seen by a doctor and confirm your injury, contact The Claim Help Team on 0800 710 1010 for free initial advice. We will then be able to advise you on the best way to proceed with your claim.
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Sports injuries are typically serious because sports are inherently hazardous. Some of the most common types of sports injury include:
Other injuries include:
While many people recover from sports injuries, others will need time to recover and receive ongoing treatment. The injury may also prevent them from returning to work or playing sport again in the future. This is why it is important to seek medical and legal advice as soon as possible after sustaining a sports injury.
The calculation of compensation for sports injuries can be complex as it takes into account several factors, including:
In the event of a severe injury, there may also be compensation available for loss of amenities or 'loss of amenity. This is designed to compensate the injured party by providing money for things they cannot do due to their injury.
You have three years from the date of the injury to make a claim. This applies to sports injuries as it does to any other type of personal injury.
However, it is always advisable to seek legal advice as soon as possible after an injury occurs so that your lawyer can advise you on the merits of your case and protect your rights.
The amount of evidence required to support a claim can vary greatly depending on the injuries suffered by the claimant.
For minor injuries, such as bruises or sprains, for example, it may be possible to successfully make your injury claim without requiring significant supporting evidence. However, in more serious cases, you will need to provide evidence showing that:
The nature of this evidence can vary depending on the circumstances of your claim. In some cases, it may be enough to provide a police report following an incident that has led to your injury. In other cases, witness statements may be required.
This evidence can come in the form of medical reports, witness statements, or photographs showing the nature and extent of your injuries.
It is important to remember that the sooner you start building a case, the stronger it will be. So, if you have been injured while playing a sport, it is advisable to seek legal advice as soon as possible.
Personal injury claims can be complex and often require the expertise of an injury solicitor. This is where The Claim Help Team can help you. We offer personal injury compensation on a 'no win no fee basis, meaning that you don't have to pay us if we don't win – and we won't ask for money upfront.
Call us on 0800 710 1010 or fill out our online form below and we'll start you with a free, no-obligation case evaluation and consultation.
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