Trips, slips, falls, road traffic accidents and workplace accidents all happen on a daily basis. Everyday in Northern Ireland a person can be injured through no fault of their own. One of the main questions that we are asked is how Judges in Northern Ireland calculate how much to award for a personal injury claim.  

If you are uncertain over your personal injury claim then we can help. Call +44 28 9089 6540 today to talk to one of our experienced, trustworthy advisors.

How Much do You Get For A Personal Injury Claim?

Whether you make your personal injury compensation claim in  Belfast, Saintfield or Newry, the process for working out how much your personal injury claim is worth is the same.

Where any injury is to be compensated by compensation, in settling the sum of money to be given, the aim of the judge is to try and put you in the same position that you would have been had you not been injured. 

It is therefore impossible to say exactly how much your personal injury compensation claim is worth without knowing the intricacies of your case. Contact Lacey Solicitors today to arrange an appointment so we can better value your injuries.

How is The Compensation For Personal Injury Claims in Northern Ireland Calculated?

In Northern Ireland the amount of damages awarded typically goes by the guidance of the “Green Book.” The Green Book gives guidance which can help the judge in your case to determine what your personal injury claim is worth.

Even though these are the guidelines used, other factors will come into play. For example, the severity of injury you suffered and what the discount rate is as applied to any lump sum awards.

Your personal injury compensation award could depend on the following factors:

•       How severe your injury was
•       How painful the condition
•       the presence of any additional symptoms or areas of pain
•       The impact of those symptoms on your daily life
•       The impact of those symptoms on your ability to work in future
•       The treatment required
•       The need to take medication
•       How long it takes you to recover

The guidelines are there to assist in determining levels of compensation, but they are not a rigid framework.  Assessing is not an exact science and it is up to your solicitors to use their training and experience in each individual case.

Should You Make a Claim for Compensation After a Personal Injury?

If someone else’s negligence causes you to experience a physical or psychological injury, you are perfectly entitled to seek legal redress and compensation for your suffering. how much your personal injury claim is worth depends on a number of factors.  The judge will use the Green Book to try and compensate you fairly.