Broken Glass Compensation Claims
Have you been injured by broken glass through no fault of your own? If so, Tylers Solicitors are here to help with your broken glass compensation claims. Our legal professionals will guide you through the process and ensure you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled to.
Glass Injury Compensation Claims
If you’ve been injured by broken glass through an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be eligible for compensation. Whether the incident took place at work, in a hotel, or outside in a public space, the team at Tylers Solicitors can help get you the financial compensation you deserve.
Broken glass can be very dangerous, and even the smallest shards can cause cuts and lacerations that could lead to scarring. Whether your injury has been caused by a broken glass bottle, smashed window, shattered door, or any other sharp piece of glass, our experienced personal injury solicitors are here to support you with your claim.
Read on for more information about broken glass compensation claims, and please don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss your case. Call 0800 699 0079 or fill out our simple contact form.
What injuries can you get from broken glass?
In our time processing broken glass compensation claims, our personal injury solicitors have seen a range of injuries. The most common injuries caused by glass shards tend to be cuts and lacerations. These can often be superficial wounds which heal in a relatively short amount of time. However, deeper cuts can cause long term scarring and, in the worst cases, life threatening blood loss.
The severity of your injury can also depend on the part of the body affected — for example, a glass injury on your foot may differ significantly from cuts on your face or scalp.
Some other examples of broken glass injuries include:
- Eye injuries: Small shards of glass can enter your eye and potentially damage your sight. Learn more about eye injury compensation.
- Internal injuries: If you ingest broken glass, it may cut your stomach and other organs, causing internal bleeding. Shards of glass penetrating your body can also lead to life-threatening injuries if they pierce your internal organs.
- Nerve damage: Lacerations can also damage nerves, causing tingling, pain, and discomfort. Find out more about compensation for nerve damage.
- Shock: Losing a lot of blood from a broken glass wound can send your body into shock.
- Amputation: Shards of broken glass can cut arteries, which may mean you need to have a limb amputated. See if you could be eligible for amputation compensation.
Who is at fault for a broken glass injury?
Many factors come into play when working out who is liable for a broken glass injury. It all depends on the circumstances of the accident or incident.
- In cases of attack or abuse, the person who caused the broken glass injury will most likely be at fault.
- If the injury took place in a public space or business establishment, such as a hotel, restaurant, or shop, the business is responsible for health and safety. This means they must carry out the right type of risk assessment for any glass fixtures, fittings, or objects. If a customer suffers an injury due to poor risk management, they may be able to receive compensation from the business.
An example could be tripping over an unmarked hazard and falling into a glass door.
- If your glass injury took place while at work — perhaps due to a lack of training or poor hazard mitigation — and you were not at fault, your employer may be considered liable.
- In a road traffic accident, the party responsible for the collision will be deemed responsible for your lacerations or other glass injuries.
- If your child has been injured due to broken glass in a public playground, you may be able to claim compensation from your local council on their behalf. This is because the council has a duty of care to keep play areas safe and sanitary.
Suffering an injury from broken glass can be scary and distressing, and you may be unsure whether you’re eligible for compensation or not. The team at Tylers Solicitors can help. We have 15 years of experience in handling broken glass compensation claims and will determine whether you have a valid case.
If you do, we’ll guide you every step of the way to ensure you get the maximum amount of compensation you deserve. If you do, we’ll guide you every step of the way to ensure you get the maximum amount of compensation you deserve.
How much can I claim?
Broken glass compensation claim process
So, how does it work? First, we encourage you to give us a call at 0800 699 0079. You can also email info@tylerssolicitors.co.uk or fill out our contact form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. From there:
- We’ll arrange a no-obligation chat so you can talk us through your accident.
- Our legal experts will look through your case and any evidence to work out if you are eligible for glass injury compensation. We recommend gathering the following evidence if possible:
– Contact information of any witnesses who saw your accident or incident.
– Any medical notes detailing your injury and treatments.
– Photographs, videos, dashcam footage, or CCTV footage that may help your case.
– Receipts for any expenses incurred following your injury — for example, travel to medical appointments or adaptations made to the home. This will help us work out how much you’re entitled to.
We’ll handle all the legal aspects of your broken glass compensation claim, including all paperwork, liaison with other parties, and any negotiations.
Why choose Tylers Solicitors for help with broken glass compensation claims?
Tylers Solicitors is an experienced provider of broken glass compensation claims. Our personal injury solicitors offer a sensitive approach and will support you through every part of the claims process.
We work on a no win, no fee basis, which means you don’t need to worry about paying us unless your compensation claim is successful — we’ll recover our fee from your final settlement.
If you’ve suffered a broken glass injury that wasn’t your fault, we will work with you to get the maximum amount of compensation possible. For more information, don’t hesitate to contact our team of helpful legal experts today on 0800 699 0079.
Compensation Amounts
As with any kind of personal injury, the amount of compensation you could claim depends on the severity of your injuries. The more serious the cuts and lacerations you suffer, the more compensation you may be entitled to.
For an in depth look at the potential compensation you could receive, we recommend speaking with a personal injury lawyer. However, we also have a handy broken glass injury compensation calculator below to provide some general figures.
Need more information? Don’t worry, one of our professional claims solicitors will advise you along the way
Contact us on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form to start your claim today!
Compensation for minor cuts and lacerations caused by broken glass
If you’ve suffered any minor cuts and laceration injuries due to broken glass, you could be able to claim compensation. While these injuries aren’t serious, they can be painful and disconcerting.
You may be able to claim up to £2,990 in compensation for glass injuries that heal within three months.
Compensation for moderate cuts and lacerations caused by broken glass
Moderate lacerations may be deeper and can take longer to heal. The amount of compensation you’re entitled to often depends on the location of the lacerations as well as the severity.
For example, you could receive up to £11,720 for moderate glass lacerations affecting the foot.
Compensation for serious cuts and lacerations caused by broken glass
In the worst cases, broken glass can cause serious lacerations, including deep cuts and blood loss. This type of glass injury can be life-threatening.
For serious broken glass wounds, including those that affect your internal organs, you may be eligible to claim between £15,370 and £75,550.
Compensation for long-term scarring caused by broken glass
In some cases, broken glass can lead to long term scarring. The cosmetic damage can be extremely distressing and have an ongoing effect on your appearance and well being.
You may be able to claim up to £27,740 for scarring on your body and up to £118,790 for very severe facial scarring.
Compensation for eye injuries caused by broken glass
If broken glass has injured one or both eyes, you could be at risk of sight loss.
Minor eye injuries may warrant up to £10,660 in compensation. For loss of sight in one eye or the complete loss of one eye, you could receive between £66,920 and £80,210 in compensation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can glass get into your bloodstream?
Yes, it’s possible for fragments of broken glass to enter your bloodstream — either through ingestion or deep puncture wounds. If it does, there could be a risk of inflammation, infection, and tissue damage. If you have any concerns over broken glass in your bloodstream, seek medical attention immediately. And if the accident was not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation.
I was cut by broken glass at work – can I file a compensation claim?
If you were cut by broken glass at work, you may be able to claim compensation. From handling broken drinking glasses to walking through an unmarked glass door, if you’ve suffered an injury due to workplace negligence, we can help you claim against your company or the person responsible for your injuries.
That’s where the team at Tylers Solicitors can help — call us on 0800 699 0079 to discuss your glass injury compensation claim.
How long do I have to start my broken glass compensation claim?
With any kind of personal injury, you generally have up to three years from the date of your glass injury to start a compensation claim.
If you aren’t sure whether you’re still eligible to claim for a broken glass injury, don’t hesitate to contact our legal experts today on 0800 699 0079.
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