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It’s easy to take our shoulders for granted. Only when we experience pain or lose mobility do we fully appreciate how vital our shoulders are for so many everyday tasks. Work, cooking, cleaning and carrying children can all become difficult or impossible.

If you’re suffering from a shoulder injury that was caused by somebody else’s actions or negligence, you’re entitled to make a shoulder injury compensation claim in Northern Ireland. We’ll help you to secure a payout to fund your recovery and minimise the inconvenience you’re experiencing.

You can claim for many different types of shoulder injuries. Although by no means an exhaustive list, some of the most common shoulder injuries are:

• Strains & Sprains – Pain, swelling and movement problems created by injuries to shoulder ligaments, muscles or tendons.
• Frozen Shoulder – Pain, extreme stiffness and limited mobility caused by inflammation of the shoulder joint.
• Rotator Cuff Injury – Damaging the group of tendons and muscles that allows you to lift and rotate your arm.
• Dislocated Shoulder – Popping the bone out of the socket of the shoulder joint because it is forced backwards or rotated too much.
• Broken Shoulder or Collarbones – Bone fractures and breaks caused by falls or trauma.

Anyone who has suffered a shoulder injury due to someone else’s negligent behaviour and through no fault of their own is entitled to make a shoulder injury claim in Northern Ireland. You can claim for yourself or on behalf of someone else.

Claiming for Yourself – If you’ve sustained a shoulder injury due to someone else’s actions, you can make a claim.

Claiming on Behalf of Someone Else – You can claim on behalf of a loved one who isn’t able to claim for themselves. This could be your child aged under 18 or someone who doesn’t have the mental capacity to make a claim.

We understand that a shoulder injury brings a lot of complications and inconvenience to your life. That’s why we’ve made our shoulder injury claim process simple and hassle-free. Here’s what to expect:

Step 1: Contact Reid Black
Get in touch for free initial legal advice on your shoulder injury claim.

Step 2: Gathering Information
We’ll help you to collect evidence to support your claim. This might include medical records, police reports, photos or videos, or witness accounts.

Step 3: Medical Assessment
Next, we’ll arrange for your shoulder to be assessed by an independent medical professional. We want to make sure nothing has been missed so we know the long-term impact of your shoulder injury.

Step 4: Compensation Negotiations
At this stage, we will negotiate with the at-fault party or their insurer to secure the maximum compensation amount to which you’re entitled.

Step 5: Compensation Payout
We’ll make sure the compensation is paid to you promptly so you can use it to help your recovery.

If you’re currently living with a shoulder injury, shoulder injury compensation can be a huge benefit. You can use it to fund medical, rehab and physio treatment to support your recovery. It can also be used to overcome any financial or practical challenges created by your injury.

The amount of shoulder injury compensation you get will depend on how serious the injury is and the impact it’s had on your life.

Your payout will be split into two parts. You’ll get general damages for the pain, suffering and impact on your quality of life caused by your shoulder injury. You’ll also get special damages for the financial impact of your injury, such as loss of earnings, medical fees, travel costs and changes to your home.

Shoulder Injury Compensation Payouts in Northern Ireland:

Your shoulder injury compensation payout will be guided by the type of injury you’ve suffered.

• For soft tissue injuries, you could receive compensation of up to £15,000.
• A typical payout for a fractured clavicle will be up to £17,500.
• Frozen shoulders and other moderate shoulder injuries can receive compensation of £17,500 to £40,000.
• If you’ve suffered a dislocated shoulder or more severe shoulder disability, the payout could be in the £35,000 to £100,000 bracket.

It’s important to note that these shoulder injury compensation amounts are only guidelines for general damages. The final payout will be dependent on your specific circumstances and may also include special damages.

We’ve been successfully pursuing personal injury claims in Northern Ireland since 1993. In that time, we’ve helped people in the position you’re currently in to get the compensation needed to support their recovery and get on with their lives. Our experienced solicitors are ready to guide you through the process to secure the payout you deserve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our experienced solicitors are here to handle every part of shoulder injury claims in Belfast and Northern Ireland. Get in touch today to discuss your claim and get free, no-obligation initial legal advice.