When I make a claim for broken shin bone compensation, what damages am I entitled to receive? My condition is likely to affect my career in sports, requiring months of treatment and rehabilitation.
Answer:
A claim for broken shin bone compensation takes into account two elements of damages. The first element is “general damages”, which addresses the aspects of pain and suffering and “loss of amenity” that you have experienced due to your broken shin. How much compensation for broken shin injury you are entitled to receive will depend on the extent and severity of your broken shin and how the injury has affected your quality of life.
The special damages element of a broken shin bone injury compensation claim addresses your financial losses and costs. As your career may be affected by your injury, the special damages you receive could be substantial if it can be proven that you have missed out on opportunities which would otherwise have been available to you. In addition to the medical, rehabilitation and any other quantifiable expenses that would be paid as special damages in a claim for broken shin bone compensation, if you are no longer able to resume your career in sports, this matter should be reflected in your broken shin bone compensation award.
Once a lawyer has assessed your claim for broken shin bone compensation and considered your present and future losses in earnings as a professional sportsperson, he may also be able to organise “interim payments” on your behalf while you wait for your claim to be resolved. This will allow you to meet any pressing medical and other injury-related costs while you wait for your settlement of broken shin bone claim.
Therefore, make sure to discuss your situation with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Once liability for the accident had been determined, a lawyer will let you know how much broken shin bone compensation you may be entitled to receive in both general and special damages. When you are ready to proceed with your claim, a lawyer will help ensure that you receive a fair and adequate settlement for your injury and its consequences on your life.