Carpal Tunnel Injury Claims

Carpal Tunnel Injury Claims

If you have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome, you will know how painful and limiting it can be. It can affect both your work and your daily life, making even simple tasks a challenge. If your carpal tunnel syndrome has been caused by an accident or your working conditions, you may be entitled to compensation.

At Thompsons, our personal injury solicitors are here to support you with making a carpal tunnel injury claim. We work on a no win, no fee basis, so you don’t have to worry about any upfront costs.

What is carpal tunnel syndrome?

Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when your wrist is compressed or damaged, leading to nerve injury and causing pain in your wrist, fingers, hand and arm. Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome may include:

• Numbness

• Tingling or pins and needles

• Weakness in the hand

• Loss of grip and dexterity

• A painful burning sensation

The injury can result from repetitive activities like typing, exposure to vibrating equipment at work, or following a fracture to your hand or arm. For some, the condition resolves with rest, splinting, or surgery, but for others, carpal tunnel syndrome can be a long-term issue, affecting their ability to work or enjoy hobbies.

Who can claim compensation for carpal tunnel syndrome?

You may be able to claim compensation if:

1. You’ve been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome by a doctor.
2. The condition was caused by the actions of a third party who owed you a duty of care.
3. The third party was negligent.

Many carpal tunnel claims stem from workplace conditions, particularly in high-risk industries.  

At Thompsons, our industrial disease solicitors have extensive experience with vibration injury claims for workers using heavy machinery, as well as for office and factory workers engaged in repetitive tasks that have led to nerve damage.

You may also develop carpal tunnel syndrome after an accident, such as a trip or slip. In these cases, carpal tunnel syndrome can develop as a side effect of a fracture or compression injury.

If you’ve been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome, our personal injury solicitors can investigate your case on a no win, no fee basis to see if you are entitled to compensation.

Compensation for carpal tunnel

Carpal tunnel syndrome can affect people differently. For some, the discomfort lasts for a few months, while others may require surgery and experience long-term effects on their grip and ability to work.

Your compensation will generally be divided into three categories:

1. Pain and suffering – The amount will depend on how the condition has affected you and the treatment required, such as wearing a wrist splint, surgery or physiotherapy.
2. Losses and expenses – This may include loss of earnings or costs for aids such as wrist splints to help with reduced hand strength.
3. Future losses and expenses – This can include future loss of earnings if your condition prevents you from returning to a job that requires hand dexterity, grip, or work with vibrating machinery.

At Thompsons, we carefully assess how carpal tunnel syndrome has impacted all aspects of your life. We gather the medical evidence needed to prove your claim, but we also listen to your personal experience of how the condition has affected you.  

Our attention to detail ensures we account for all your losses and expenses, including:

• Privately funded surgery

• Physiotherapy

• Adjustments at home or work

Our goal is to secure the compensation you deserve, reflecting the severity of your condition and its impact on your life. Through thorough investigation and strong negotiation, we are committed to getting you the best possible outcome.

Our team is ready to help. We’re happy to call you at a time that suits you.

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