Psychological Injury Claims Solicitors
Psychological Injury Claims Solicitors
Has your mental health been damaged by an accident or negligence that wasn’t your fault? We’ll secure the psychological injury compensation you deserve to help you overcome the trauma you’ve experienced.
- Pursuing psychological injury claims in Northern Ireland since 1993
- Experienced solicitors who understand the mental impact of an injury or accident
- Compassionate, independent and affordable legal advice
- Stress-free and simple claims process
- Free initial consultation with no obligation to proceed
Claim for Psychological Injury in Northern Ireland
Just because an injury can’t be seen doesn’t make it any less damaging. Psychological injury is an umbrella term for any form of trauma, emotional distress, PTSD or mental health problem. Psychological injuries can be overwhelming, completely incapacitating and impact your physical health — you might find you’re unable to get on with day-to-day life.
If you’re experiencing a psychological injury in Northern Ireland due to somebody else’s actions or negligence, you have the right to claim compensation that helps to provide the support you need.
Symptoms of Psychological Injuries
You might be dealing with one or more of the wide range of symptoms of psychological injuries. Mental health problems affect different people in different ways but some of the symptoms include:
- Trouble getting to sleep
- Feeling anxious, worried or restless
- Feeling low or depressed
- Lacking motivation
- Heart palpitations
- Dizziness
- Flashbacks
- Nightmares and disturbed sleep
- Avoiding talking about or returning to the site of the accident
- Feeling emotional or irritable
Types of Psychological Injury Claims
There are various different types of psychological injury claims in Northern Ireland and an equally wide variety of traumatic incidents and scenarios that might result in a claim. These include:
PTSD Claims – Serious road accidents, violent assaults, sexual assaults, burglaries and muggings are some of the incidents that regularly lead to PTSD claims. PTSD is also a common type of military injury, while many PTSD claims in Northern Ireland are due to terrorist attacks and other atrocities witnessed during the Troubles.
Adjustment Disorder Claims – Adjustment disorder claims arise when someone feels unable to cope with a particularly stressful event. It can be caused by a serious road traffic accident, being the victim of a crime or witnessing a catastrophe. Again, traumatic events during the Troubles are a common cause of adjustment disorder claims in Northern Ireland.
Anxiety & Depression Claims – Being assaulted at work, involved in a road accident, abuse or violence, and illnesses caused or worsened by medical negligence commonly result in anxiety and depression claims.
Stress at Work Claims – An assault or robbery in the workplace, being forced to work in dangerous conditions and workplace bullying are some examples of incidents that regularly lead to stress at work claims.
Traumatic Brain Injury Claims – A serious brain injury sustained in a road accident, workplace accident, sports accident, criminal assault or due to medical negligence might lead to a psychological injury claim.
Psychological Injury Claim Eligibility
If your mental health has been impacted by an accident or incident that wasn’t your fault, you’re entitled to make a psychological injury claim. This impact will usually need to be continuous, have caused significant distress or have disrupted your everyday life.
You can claim for psychological injuries independently or along with physical injuries.
Victims of psychological injuries fall into one of two categories:
Primary Victim – You were directly involved in an accident or incident that was someone else’s fault and resulted in a psychological injury. For example, you were the passenger in a car accident or the victim of an assault.
Secondary Victim – You witnessed a traumatic accident or incident that was someone else’s fault. For example, you saw a serious road accident or criminal attack that caused lasting psychological damage.
You can make a psychological injury claim for yourself or on behalf of a loved one who doesn’t have the mental capacity to make their own claim.
Psychological Injury Claim Process
The process of how to make a psychological injury claim in Northern Ireland varies between different solicitors. We understand that when you’re managing a mental health problem, even the thought of making a claim can feel daunting. That’s why we’ve simplified our psychological injury claim process to make it as easy and hassle-free as possible with support every step of the way.
Step 1: Contact Reid Black
Get in touch for free initial legal advice on your claim. There’s no obligation to proceed.
Step 2: Gathering Information
If you’re ready to go ahead, we’ll help you to build evidence to support your claim. This might include medical records, witness accounts and video footage.
Step 3: Medical Assessment
We will arrange for you to be assessed by an independent medical professional who can determine the full extent of your psychological injury and any lasting impact.
Step 4: Compensation Negotiations
Next, we’ll open negotiations with the at-fault party or their insurer to secure the maximum compensation amount that you’re entitled to.
Step 5: Compensation Payout
We’ll continue to offer support and guidance until we’ve made sure your compensation payout reaches you promptly.
Psychological Injury Claim Time Limits
You have three years from the date of the incident or the date that your injury was diagnosed in which to make a psychological injury claim. If you were under 18 at the time, you can claim up to your 21st birthday. If your injury means you don’t have the mental capacity to make a claim there are no time limits.
In all cases, it’s best to get in touch with us to start your claim as soon as possible.
Psychological Injury Compensation
Your psychological injury compensation will be split into two categories. General damages compensate for the suffering you’ve endured and the impact on your quality of life. Special damages compensate for loss of earnings, medical fees and the wider financial impact of your injury.
The amount of compensation you get for a psychological injury depends on the severity of the injury and the circumstances in which it was sustained. Psychological injury compensation in Northern Ireland also varies between psychiatric damage and PTSD claims.
Psychiatric Compensation Amounts
Severe Injuries that impact your work and personal life and may not be treatable:
£100,000 – £250,000
Moderately Severe Injuries that leave lasting psychological scars but may be treatable:
£60,000 – £150,000
Moderate Injuries that have an impact on your life but have an encouraging longer-term prognosis:
£15,000 – £60,000
Minor Injuries that have no long-term impact on your life:
Up to £20,000
PTSD Compensation Amounts
Severe PTSD that significantly and permanently impacts your work and private life:
£100,000 – £250,000
Moderately Severe PTSD that is likely to have a long-term effect on your life:
£60,000 – £150,000
Moderate PTSD where symptoms do not cause a significant disability but a full recovery has not been made:
£15,000 – £60,000
Minor PTSD where a full recovery or almost complete recovery is made within one or two years:
up to £20,000
Why Choose Reid Black?
Our psychological injury claims solicitors have built a wealth of experience of personal injury claims and military injury claims. This has given us significant legal expertise of mental health laws in Northern Ireland but also a great deal of understanding of the challenges created by psychological injuries. The result will be a compassionate but effective approach to your claim.
Our Specialist Psychological Injury Claim Solicitors
Our Specialist Psychological Injury Claim Solicitors
30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
- Peter Lynch of Reid Black Solicitors is one of Northern Ireland’s Leading Road Traffic Accident Experts.
- He will act for you solely and does not accept referrals from insurers or Accident Management companies thus ensuring we have your interests first.
- Have an initial no-cost chat about any Road Traffic Accident to see if you have a case.
- He acts in Car Accidents, Cycling & Motorbike Accidents and Pedestrian Accident Claims.
- Peter will be able to Fast track your claim to get you the compensation you deserve.
20 YEARS EXPERIENCE
- Libby Smyth is one Northern Ireland’s leading Road Traffic Accident and Personal Injury Solicitors.
- She will handle your Road Traffic Accident Claim effectively and efficiently, keeping your best interests as her prime concern.
- Specialist in all types of personal injury claims, with a focus on Road Traffic Injury Claims.
- Libby can expedite your injury claim to ensure you get your compensation as fast as possible.
- If you’ve been injured as a result of a Road Traffic Accident, contact Libby today for free initial chat to see if you’re eligible for a claim.
14 YEARS EXPERIENCE
- Elis McQuillan has extensive experience dealing with Road Traffic Accident Claims in Northern Ireland.
- She will prioritise your interest’s first and act solely on your behalf.
- Specialist in all types of Road Traffic Accident Claims and Litigation, including Car Accidents, Cycling Accidents and Motorbike Accidents.
- Ellis can Fast Track your Road Traffic Accident Claim, so you get your compensation as soon as possible.
- Contact Ellis today for a free initial consultation to determine if you’re entitled to a Road Traffic Accident Claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Let’s start your psychological injury compensation claim
We’re here to help you claim compensation that will help you to overcome the psychological injuries you’re experienced. Take the first step towards the financial and medical support you need by getting in touch for a free initial consultation.
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