Arm Injury

Amputation

 

Severity of Injury Effect on injured person Estimated compensation
Loss of both arms   £158,000 – £197,000
Loss of a single arm Amputated at the shoulder Approximately £90,000
Loss of a single arm amputated above the elbow £72,000 – £86,000
Loss of a single arm amputated below the elbow £63,000 – £72,000

 The level of compensation awarded within each bracket will depend on:

  • Whether the individuals has lost the dominant arm
  • The extent of any persistent or recurring pain
  • Whether prosthetic limbs can be used

 

Other arm injuries

 

Severity of Injury Effect on injured person Estimated compensation
Severe  Arm is left with little or no function £63,000 – £86,000
Severe Substantial disablement with reduced function and possible significant scarring £25,750 – £39,300
Less severe injury Significant disability suffered but full or nearly full recovery has been made, or is expected £12,600 – £25,750
Minor fracture   £4,350 – £12,600

 The level of compensation awarded within each bracket will depend on:

  • The level of permanent disability
  • The extent of any persistent pain
  • The extent of any disfigurement
  • The The length of time taken to recover
  • The level of treatment required
  • Head Injury
  • Neck / Back Injury
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Chest Injury
  • Arm Injury
  • Arm Injury
  • Hand Injury
  • Hand Injury
  • Pelvis / Hip Injury
  • Leg Injury
  • Leg Injury
  • Ankle Injury
  • Ankle Injury
  • Foot Injury
  • Foot Injury