If you have suffered an ankle injury in an accident, you may have various questions, such as ‘Could I make a claim for compensation?’ and ‘What is the average payout for an ankle injury in the UK?’.
Firstly, this guide discusses the different types of compensation you could be awarded for a successful personal injury claim, as well as how this is calculated. Additionally, we will also explain when you may have an eligible personal injury claim, as well as share examples of the types of accidents that could lead to you suffering an ankle injury.
Furthermore, we will discuss why gathering evidence is important when making a compensation claims and how long you have to begin the claiming process.
Finally, we will explain how seeking compensation with a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel could help you. If you have questions while reading this guide, you can contact our advisors:
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How Much Compensation You Could Get For An Ankle Injury
If you are wondering, ‘What is the average payout for an ankle injury in the UK?’, it is important to note that providing you with a figure would not aid you in your calculations. This is due to each claim being unique, making the compensation awarded different for each case.
However, should you make a successful claim, your compensation could consist of two heads of loss. These are:
- General damages for physical and psychiatric harm suffered.
- Special damages for money you had to spend or lost due to your injury.
Whoever calculates your claim for general damages could refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), as this document contains guideline compensation brackets for different severities of injuries.
For the table below, we have used some of these compensation guidelines aside from the first entry.
It is also important to note that the JCG only applies to claims made in England and Wales.
| Injury | Severity | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Severe Injuries Plus Special Damages | Very Severe | Up to £500,000 or more |
| Foot | Amputation of Both Feet | £206,730 to £245,900 |
| Amputation of One Foot | £102,470 to £133,810 | |
| Ankle | Very Severe | £61,090 to £85,070 |
| Severe | £38,210 to £61,090 | |
| Moderate | £16,770 to £32,450 | |
| Modest Injuries | Up to £16,770 | |
| Achilles Tendon | Most Serious | In the region of £46,900 |
| Serious | £30,500 to £36,720 | |
| Moderate | £15,370 to £25,710 |
Can I Claim For My Loss Of Earnings?
Yes, you could claim compensation for any loss of earnings you have expereinced under special damages as part of your ankle injury claim.
For example, if you ankle injury required you to take a few months off of work to recover, you could be compensated for the wages you missed out on due to being off. However, you would need to prove these lost earnings with your payslips.
Other types of financial losses you could claim for under special damages include:
- Medical expenses, including counselling and private treatment.
- Travel to and from medical appointments.
- Domestic help if needed.
As with lost earnings, you would need to prove these expenses with evidence such as invoices and bank statements.
For more information on the different types of special damages you could claim for, you can contact our advisors.
Am I Eligible To Make An Ankle Injury Claim?
In addition to wondering, ‘What is the average payout for an ankle injury in the UK?’ you may also be asking, ‘How do I know when I have a valid claim?’.
You are eligible to claim ankle injury compensation if you can prove that negligence occurred.
Negligence is when:
- A third party owes you a duty of care.
- They breach their duty of care.
- This breach causes you to be injured.
Some examples of when you are owed a duty of care include:
On The Roads
Road users have a duty of care not to endanger one another by using the roads safely and responsibly. They must also abide by the rules within the Road Traffic Act 1988 or Highway Code, as part of their duty of care.
In The Workplace
Employers have a duty of care under The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 to take reasonable steps to prevent their employees from coming to harm. For example, they should carry out regular risk assessments and provide suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed.
In A Public Place
Occupiers (those who control public spaces) have a duty of care under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 to ensure the reasonable safety of those visiting that public space.
To see whether you may have a valid personal injury claim if you have been injured in an accident, you can contact our advisors.
Common Causes Of Ankle Injuries
There are various ways that you could suffer an ankle injury. Some common causes could include:
- Road traffic accidents – A speeding driver is unable to come to a stop in time as you are crossing the road at a zebra crossing, causing you to suffer a fractured ankle and a shoulder injury when they hit you.
- Accidents at work – A colleague spills hot oil on the kitchen floor during the lunch rush and does not clean or mark it with a sign. You slip and fall and suffer a dislocated ankle.
- Public place accidents – Your local council fails to fix uneven pavement within a reasonable timeframe in your local park despite having received a report of the defect. You trip and suffer a sprained ankle injury as well as a knee injury in the fall.
To discuss the specific circumstances of your case and see whether you may be eligible for compensation, you can contact our advisors.
Types Of Ankle Injury You Can Claim For
There are various types of ankle injuries that could be suffered in an accident. Below, we have set out some examples.
Fractures
Ankle fractures are partial or complete breaks in one of the various bones that meet in the ankle. The following ankle fractures are most common:
- Malleolus fractures – damage to the small bony points on the inside, rear, and outside of your ankle.
- Stress or avulsion fractures – small breaks to the ankle, foot, or shin bones.
This type of ankle injury is especially broad. The more bones you damage, for example, the more likely you are to need surgery or time off work. A broken ankle compensation payout will take this into account.
Sprains And Strains
As well as bone, your lower leg and foot contain soft tissue. Where they meet, there are various blood vessels and ankle ligaments. Damage to this tissue includes ankle sprains and strains. A sprained ankle can require several weeks of recovery to restore full function.
Tendon Damage
Tendons connect muscles to whatever body part they are designed to move. As muscles and tendons are closely knitted together in the ankle joint, ankle injuries can damage both your:
- Achilles tendon – tears to the tendon between the calf and heel can take 6 months to over a year to heal and, in extreme cases, may never fully recover.
- Calf muscle – micro-tears caused by overstretching the muscle under load.
You can make a personal injury claim for any of these injuries and more as long as you can meet the eligibility requirements we described earlier in this guide.
Contact our advisors today with any questions you may have, such as ‘Is there an average payout for an ankle injury in the UK?’.
How To Start Your Ankle Injury Compensation Claim
If you are eligible claim compensation for your ankle injury, there are certain steps you could take to support your case and things you must be aware of.
We have set some of these out below.
Evidence
You will need to present supporting evidence when making a personal injury claim. Some examples include:
- Medical records to prove the nature and severity of your injury.
- CCTV or dashcam footage to show the incident itself.
- Photos of your injuries or the accident scene.
- Witness contact details so a legal professional can take statements.
- Receipts for any financial losses that relate to your injury.
Time Limits
You have three years to start a personal injury claim from the date your accident took place, as stated under the Limitation Act 1980.
The timeline can be paused if:
- The injured person is under 18.
- The injured person lacks the mental capacity to take legal action.
If so, the three-year timeline starts when:
- The injured person turns 18.
- The injured person regains this capacity (if they ever do).
A litigation friend, could make a claim on their behalf while the time limit is paused.
To see whether you could be eligible to claim on behalf of another, you can contact our advisors.
Why Choose Public Interest Lawyers For Your Claim?
If you have an eligible claim, one of the No Win No Fee solicitors from our panel could help you with:
- =Gathering evidence.
- Submitting your claim within the time limit.
- Calculating your compensation settlement.
They can also represent you on a No Win No Fee basis. Under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), your solicitor won’t take any fees for their services:
- Upfront.
- As the claim is ongoing.
- At the end of an unsuccessful claim.
Should you make a successful claim, your solicitor will take a success from from your compensation as a legally limited percentage.
If you still have any questions regarding the average payout for an ankle injury in the UK or would like to see if one of the solicitors on our panel could help you, contact our advisors:
- Call on 0800 408 7825
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More Information
You may find the following guides by us helpful:
- Who can you make a broken foot at work claim against?
- Our guide to knee injury compensation.
- How to make a leg injury claim.
External resources:
- Learn about claiming statutory sick pay from Gov.UK
- NHS Inform’s guide to ankle pain.
- Learn when you should call 999 from the NHS.
Thank you for reading our guide to the average payout for an ankle injury in the UK.
