Eye injuries can range from minor scratches to severe trauma that impacts your vision or daily life. Whether it’s a corneal abrasion, a broken eye socket, or even partial blindness, these injuries often occur due to someone else’s negligence. Eye injury claims may be possible when accidents like these happen as you may be entitled to claim compensation for the pain, suffering, and changes to your lifestyle.

This guide explains the types of eye injuries you can claim for, how compensation is determined, and the steps to take if you’ve suffered due to someone else’s actions. Eye injuries can have lasting consequences, and understanding your rights is the first step towards recovery.

Key Takeaways

• Eye injury claims help individuals seek compensation for injuries caused by someone else’s negligence, including workplace accidents, road incidents, and medical malpractice.
• Common eye injuries include corneal abrasions, chemical burns, blunt force trauma, and vision loss, with eligibility requiring evidence of negligence, duty of care, and a claim within a three-year timeframe.
• Compensation amounts vary depending on injury severity, ranging from a few thousand pounds for minor injuries to over £250,000 for total blindness, covering pain, suffering, and financial losses.
• A strong claim requires medical records, incident reports, witness statements, and proof of financial losses to support your case effectively.
• No Win No Fee agreements eliminate upfront legal costs, which reduces the financial risk of pursuing a claim with the help of experienced solicitors.
• Acting promptly and consulting specialised eye injury claims solicitors can help to ensure that your rights are protected and increase your chances of receiving fair compensation.

If you believe that somebody else is responsible for your eye injury, please contact us online or call 0333 000 0723 today.

Understanding Eye Injury Claims

Eye injury claims allow you to seek compensation when an injury occurs due to someone else’s negligence. These claims address damages caused by accidents in workplaces, public spaces, road incidents and other no-fault accidents. If you’ve sustained an eye injury and believe negligence played a role, seeking legal advice is the first step to understanding your options.

To process eye injury compensation claims, the severity and long-term impact of the injury are crucial. Injuries like corneal abrasions, orbital fractures, and retina damage may disrupt your daily life or result in partial or complete vision loss. Factors like pain, loss of earnings, and medical expenses are assessed to determine compensation amounts. An independent medical examination will clarify your prognosis and strengthen your claim.

Our panel of eye injury claims lawyers operate on a No Win No Fee basis. This structure ensures that, if your claim proceeds, you won’t pay your lawyer for their work unless compensation is awarded.

If you’d like to discuss your eye injury and assess your claim potential, please contact us and ask for a free review of your case.

Eligibility For An Eye Injury Claim

To pursue personal injury compensation for an eye injury, specific eligibility criteria must be met. First, the injury must have been caused by another party’s negligence. This could involve workplace incidents, public accidents, or medical malpractice. The connection between the negligent act and your injury should be clear and supported by evidence.

Second, the responsible party must have owed you a duty of care at the time of the incident. For example, employers are legally obligated to provide a safe working environment. A breach of this duty through unsafe conditions or lack of protective measures can establish liability.

Third, you must demonstrate that the injury occurred within the last three years. This time limit applies to most personal injury claims in the UK. Evidence such as medical records, incident reports, and witness statements can help confirm this timeframe.

The best way to find out if you might be entitled to claim compensation for any eye injury is to speak to one of our specialists today.

Common Causes And Types Of Eye Injuries

Eye injuries can vary in cause and severity, with many leading to minor discomfort or lifelong vision impairment. Understanding how these injuries occur helps assess eligibility for eye injury compensation claims.

Common Causes of Eye Injuries

• Workplace Accidents: Injuries can occur when foreign objects, such as metal fragments or wood splinters, enter the eye due to inadequate protective eyewear.
• Road Traffic Incidents: Debris from road traffic accidents can impact the face, leading to scratches or other injuries to the eye.
• Chemical Exposure: Accidents involving hazardous substances, like cleaning agents or industrial chemicals, can result in severe eye damage, especially in environments lacking proper training or protective equipment.
• Assaults or Blunt Force Trauma: A head injury from falling objects or physical altercations can cause indirect damage to vision, resulting in symptoms like double vision or sensitivity. Our team can advise on assault claims as well as personal injury cases
• Medical Negligence: Failure to provide appropriate care during eye examinations or surgeries can lead to serious injuries, such as infections or vision loss, due to errors in diagnosis or treatment.

Of course, this doesn’t explain all accidents that could result in an eye injury claim so please feel free to contact us to review your chances of being compensated.

Types of Eye Injuries

Here are a few examples of eye injuries that could be compensated for:

• Corneal Damage
  Injuries to the cornea include abrasions or lacerations. These are commonly caused by debris, trauma, or improper handling of contact lenses.
• Chemical Damage
  Chemical splashes cause irritation, burns, and swelling. These injuries demand immediate professional care to mitigate long-term effects.
• Blindness or Reduced Vision
  Short-term or permanent vision loss may result from negligence, including surgical errors, defective products, or traumatic incidents.

Again, this list is not comprehensive so why not get in touch to discuss your case if your injury isn’t listed here?

What Can Compensation Cover?

Compensation for eye injuries addresses the physical, emotional, and financial impact of your condition. It accounts for the injury itself and other losses associated with it.

Average Compensation Amounts For Eye Injuries

Compensation amounts for eye injuries vary depending on the injury’s severity and its impact on your vision and quality of life. Here are some examples:

• Total blindness: up to £327,000
• Loss of sight in one eye (with reduced vision in the other): £78,140 to £,129,330
• Total loss of one eye: £66,920 to £80,210
• Serious injuries leading to partial vision loss in one eye: £28,900 to £48,040
• Permanent but relatively minor effects (e.g., sensitivity to bright light): £11,120 to £25,600
• Minor injuries (e.g., smoke exposure or direct impacts): £4,820 to £10,660

The amounts listed here are not guaranteed and they focus on the injury itself but don’t include special damages such as lost earnings or medical treatment costs.

If your claim is accepted by a solicitor from our panel, they’ll review the value of your claim after carefully assessing how your eye injury has affected you.

How To Start An Eye Injury Compensation Claim

Starting eye injury claims involves understanding eligibility and gathering the necessary documentation. We’ve outlined how things work in some detail below:

The Claims Process

To begin an eye injury claim, you can call our team of specialists. After a free initial consultation, they will assess your claim’s validity based on negligence and the impact of your injury. If your case appears strong, you could be connected to one of the specialist solicitors from our panel.

They operate on a No Win No Fee basis, to reduce the need for upfront costs. Your claim progresses through stages, including submitting a letter to the negligent party and, if required, negotiating a settlement. In rare cases, claims may proceed to court if no agreement is reached.

For a more detailed overview of how we can help you start an eye injury compensation claim, please call today.

Evidence Required To Support Your Claim

Substantial evidence strengthens all eye injury compensation claims. If your case proceeds, your solicitor will often begin by collecting medical records detailing the extent and treatment of your injury. Statements from the medical professional who treated you explaining prognosis or long-term impact are particularly useful.

Photographic evidence can help show the severity of visible injuries, while incident reports document the cause and circumstances of the accident. Witness statements from colleagues, passersby, or family confirm details of how the injury occurred. Records of financial losses, like receipts for medical expenses or loss of earnings, further support claims.

Importantly, you should retain all documentation when seeking legal help as the more evidence you have, the stronger your case will be.

Time Limits For Filing A Claim

If you suffer an eye injury in an accident caused by somebody else’s negligence, you’ll need to file your claim within three years of the accident. This statutory limit applies to most eye injury and vision loss claims. Exceptions exist for children or individuals unable to pursue claims due to mental incapacity.

Missing the deadline typically forfeits your eligibility for compensation. Therefore, it’s a good idea to start your claim early to ease evidence collection and improve case preparation. If you’re unsure about how long you have to start an eye injury claim, please get in touch today.

No Win No Fee Agreements Explained

No Win No Fee agreements, also known as Conditional Fee Agreements (CFA), enable you to pursue eye injury claims without the risk of upfront legal costs. This funding arrangement ensures you won’t pay your solicitor if the claim is unsuccessful.

If your eye injury compensation claim succeeds, a capped percentage of your awarded settlement, typically no more than 25%, is deducted as a success fee. You might also need to cover After the Event (ATE) insurance if required, which usually costs between £150 and £250. These costs are transparent, so you’re fully informed before proceeding.

This approach gives you access to specialist eye injury claims solicitors, allowing you to focus on your recovery without worrying about financial risks. Your solicitor will manage every step of your claim, including gathering evidence, negotiating with responsible parties, and keeping you updated on progress. They may also challenge low initial settlement offers, ensuring you receive fair compensation.

This agreement is particularly beneficial for eye injury and vision loss claims, where complex medical evidence could be required. If you’re unsure about eligibility or need professional guidance, contact Fentons for free legal advice.

Contact Fentons To Start An Eye Injury Claim

Pursuing an eye injury claim can provide the financial support you need to recover and adapt after an injury caused by negligence. By understanding your rights and seeking professional guidance, you can navigate the claims process with confidence.

If your case is accepted, our panel of specialist solicitors are there to ensure your case is handled effectively, offering No Win No Fee agreements to ease financial concerns. Taking timely action and gathering strong evidence will strengthen your claim, with the aim of securing the compensation you deserve.

To check if you have a valid eye injury compensation claim, you can call us on 0333 000 0723 or contact us for more information.