Multiple Injury Compensation Calculator – A Complete Guide

Last Updated 2nd October 2024. A multiple injury compensation calculator can be used to assess the value of a claim for more than one injury. It’s important to note that you can only claim for injuries that you sustained because of a breach of duty of care.

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Our guide will explain how to use this feature and what could form the basis of a valid compensation claim. In addition to this, we will explain how you could benefit from using a No Win No Fee solicitor. We’ll also look at examples of accidents that could result in multiple injuries.

If you have suffered a personal injury due to the negligence of a third party that owed a duty of care to you, it might be possible for you to claim. However, you must have evidence to support your case; in this guide, we will explain some of the evidence you could collect. 

To find out how we could help you get settlements for multiple injuries, you can speak to our team for a free consultation now. You can do this through the following methods:

  • Give us a call on 0800 408 7826;
  • Request a call back using the form at the top of this page;
  • Or contact us to confirm your right to claim.

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Multiple Injury Compensation Calculator

Our multiple injury claim calculator can help you estimate how much you could be entitled to in compensation following a personal injury. We use compensation brackets from the Judicial College Guidelines to give a more accurate estimate. We have also used these guidelines to create the table below:

InjuryCompensation Guideline
Multiple Severe Injuries and Special DamagesUp to £1,000,000+
Very Severe Brain Damage£344,150 to £493,000
Loss of Both Legs£240,790 to £282,010
Total or Effective Loss of Both Hands£171,680 to £245,900
Severe Back Injuries£111,150 to £196,450
BurnsLikely to exceed £104,830
Severe Knee Injuries£85,100 to £117,410
Very Severe Ankle Injuries£61,090 to £85,070
Very Severe Wrist Injuries£58,710 to £73,050
Severe Shoulder Injuries£23,430 to £58,610

It’s worth noting that these compensation ranges are guidelines and do not necessarily guarantee how much you will receive if your claim succeeds. Additionally, the figure at the top of the table was not taken from the JCG. Instead, we’ve provided it to show you how compensation for multiple severe injuries and special damages could be awarded. 

While the above table represents what you could receive for general damages, which is the compensation for your pain and suffering, it is also possible for you to claim for special damages. This covers any financial losses caused by your injury.

Therefore, you might consider claiming for:

  • Loss of earnings: You could use a wage slip as evidence of the amount you would have received if you had not had to take time off work to recover.
  • Prescription fees: You might need a lot of prescriptions to deal with the symptoms of your injuries. Keep hold of any prescription receipts as they provide key evidence.
  • Travel expenses: You could claim back the cost of travel to and from hospital appointments. 

You can speak to our team for free legal advice with no obligation to use our services afterwards. Our advisors are available to help you 24/7 and can guide you through using our multiple injury compensation calculator.

What Are Multiple Injuries?

Now we’ve examined how our multiple injuries compensation calculator could help you; this section looks at when you could be eligible to make a multiple injuries claim.

The term “multiple injuries” refers to cases where more than one injury has been sustained. This can refer to both physical and psychological harm. We’ve given some more detailed examples in the sections below.

The general eligibility criteria in multiple injury claims are as follows:

  1. A third party owed you a duty of care.
  2. There was a breach of this duty.
  3. That breach resulted in an accident in which you sustained multiple injuries.

Is There A Time Limit When Seeking Multiple Injuries Compensation? 

As per the Limitation Act 1980, most personal injury claims need to be made within 3 years of the accident date. However, exceptions can apply in some cases. Children will have the time limit paused until they turn 18. Those lacking the mental capacity to claim will have the time limit halted altogether.

In these cases the court could appoint a litigation friend to act on the injured person’s behalf and begin the claim sooner.

To learn about the eligibility criteria in multiple injuries claims, or to check if any exceptions apply to your particular circumstances, contact our advisors today using the contact information given below.

Examples Of Accidents Causing Multiple Injuries

There are several pieces of legislation that outline the duty of care you’re owed in different situations. In this section, we’ll guide you through some examples of accidents that may cause multiple injuries and how they could occur because of negligence. 

In the Workplace

Employers owe employees a duty of care under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. If an employer does not do everything reasonably practicable to keep you safe, an accident could happen in which you are injured.

For example, if you work with chemicals and your employer does not provide you with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), you could suffer burns and psychiatric harm as a result. 

In a Public Place

The Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957 sets out the responsibilities that those in control of a public place owe to those who access their premises. A public place is anywhere that the public is able to access, for example, a restaurant, a public park or a gym.

An accident could occur in a supermarket if there is a spillage. If employees do not signpost the wet floor, or clean up the spillage in an appropriate time frame, you could have a slip accident and damage your leg or ankle as well as suffer a head injury when you fall.

On the Road

All road users should follow the guidance set out in the Highway Code, including motorists, cyclists and pedestrians. In addition, the Road Traffic Act 1988 is the piece of legislation that sets out the duty of care road users owe one another whilst on the roads.

A car accident which causes multiple injuries could happen if this duty of care is breached. For example, if a driver is travelling above the speed limit, they could hit a pedestrian who is crossing the road because they don’t have enough time to stop. This could result in a head injury as well as a broken elbow and laceration injuries. 

Our multiple injury compensation calculator could be used to value injuries sustained in any of the scenarios above. Speak with an advisor for more information about claiming.

What Are The Latest Injury Statistics? 

On the road, 23,140 people were seriously injured last year according to government statistics. Overall, casualties had fallen by 9% compared to 2020. Unfortunately, 1,390 people were killed in road accidents during this time.

If you are unsure whether an accident that happened was caused by the negligence of a third party, call for a free assessment of your claim. Our advisors can also walk you through using our multiple injury compensation calculator. 

Potential Impact Of Suffering Multiple Injuries

Multiple injuries could have a severe impact on you. Your mental health could suffer due to the extent of your psychological injuries as well as your quality of life being impacted by your physical injuries.

For example, you might suffer PTSD as a result of the injuries you’ve sustained. For example, if you’re left paralysed by your accident, you may find it difficult to cope with your injuries. 

Some multiple injuries might leave you with complex care needs. You might need to make adaptations to your home or vehicle or hire someone to help you as you adapt.

Speak to our advisors today to see if you have a valid claim. If you have a valid case, you could be connected with a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel. 

How Can A Multiple Injury Compensation Calculator Help Me?

In the aftermath of an accident, there are a number of different steps you can take. For example, it is important that you receive appropriate medical attention. Not only does this ensure you get the treatment you need, but it also generates a report that can be used in evidence for your claim. 

There are other forms of evidence you can collect to help generate a strong claim. For example, you may:

  • Obtain CCTV footage of the accident happening
  • Take photographs of where the accident happened and of any injuries
  • Gather the contact details of witnesses who can provide a statement at a later date

Finally, you may want to consider taking legal advice. Our panel of solicitors offer expert advice and could connect you with a personal injury lawyer if you have a valid claim.

Connect With No Win No Fee Solicitors For Multiple Injury Claims

Now that we’ve explained how to use our multiple injury compensation calculator, you might be considering taking action. However, the idea of funding legal representation by paying upfront may be off-putting.

A No Win No Fee solicitor is a way to fund legal representation without paying any upfront fees or ongoing legal costs to your solicitor.

Instead, if your claim succeeds, a legally capped percentage will be deducted from your settlement by your lawyer; this is known as a success fee. Furthermore, you’ll pay nothing for your solicitor’s services if your claim is unsuccessful.

Getting Help Using Our Multiple Injury Compensation Calculator

Our advisors can put you in touch with a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel, but only if they think your claim is valid. To find out more, you can:

  • Call us for free on 0800 408 7826
  • Request a call back by filling out the form at the top of this page
  • Or contact us to confirm whether you have a valid claim.

Learn More About Using Our Multiple Injury Compensation Calculator

After reading our guide on using our multiple injury compensation calculator, take a look at these additional resources:

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) – The NHS advises how to treat PTSD.

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) – Find out how much SSP you can get for time off work without full pay.

Report an Incident – Find out how a workplace accident should be reported to the Health and Safety Executive 

If you have found this article useful, you may be interested in reading some more of our guides:

For any further queries, about using our multiple injury compensation calculator, get in touch today.

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