Needlestick Injury Claims

Needlestick injury claim

Generally, you can file a claim against the hospital organization or your employer if they fail to keep you safe from a sharp injury. All employers have a duty of care and must adhere to the standards of healthcare and safety. Failing to do so can result in compensation liability. You can claim for general injury damages and special accommodations such as psychological and trauma.

Our claims are on a No-Win, No-Fee basis, meaning the financial risk is not present when you claim with us. You will have no additional cost attached to you; only by winning will we take a small fee out of the awarded compensation. Usually, you have around three years to file a claim for yourself or your loved ones in the event of a sharp injury. The compensation payout is generally based on the severity and type of penetrating stick injury you suffered as the direct result of negligence.

Vintage Claims allows you to file an NHS claim anytime, making the process as smooth as possible. You can claim for the injury due to inadequate training preparation and Health & Safety negligence.

What should you do if you get a needlestick injury?

If you suffered a wound from a sharp object, you should immediately hold the wound for further bleeding under the running water. Wash the punctured injury with moist splashes, but avoid scrubbing the wound. After clearing the blood, get a blood test to see if you are positive for any diseases.

Call Vintage Claims to have our team file a compensation claim against the responsible staff for the injury. If you suffer medical disease because of a sharp stick injury, keep the records and invoice of the medicine. Arrange a meeting with a medical specialist and tell our team all about the results, expenses and impacts it had on your life. We will take care of every step in representing your claim.

Our team understands the massive influence a needlestick injury can bring. If your health has been affected in any shape or form, preventing you from doing certain things you used to enjoy, then you can look forward to claiming compensation for the suffering you suffered. The refurbishment will be higher the more you have to change your life as a direct result of the injury.

People responsible for the sharp injury

Many people under pressure can make mistakes, even someone who is a professional. Injuries brought on by carelessness in medical negligence or accidents at workplaces can result in the liability of the caretaker. Many people work to take care of patients. If one or more breach the duty of care given to them, the claim is made against their employer. Workers who are at constant risk of negligence and sharp injuries are:

• Police Officers
• Prison Officers
• Social Workers
• Council Workers
• Industry Workers
• Dentist and Staff
• Nurses and Doctors
• Professional Care Department

The duty of care is based on the laws of the UK. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 describes the requirements employers and workers must ensure the standard of health and safety. 

Even if you are concerned about the potential complexities, don’t worry; our team will handle your claim process. We will gather evidence, negotiate on your behalf and fight for your legal rights.

Calculating compensation for needlestick injury in the UK

A needlestick or sharp object injury can result in compensation for the things affecting or changing your daily life activities. Things like suffering, pain, injury, trauma, future costs, wage loss, and any other expense you had to maintain can be compensated.

The settlement for the expense usually covers the following:

• Physical pain
• Stress, anxiety, and PTSD issues.
• Lingering medical costs.
• Loss of wage and income
• Travel expenses for care
• Personal item costs relating to injury
• Special costs, including modifications to the vehicle and home.

Compensation alludes to all changes and impacts following the sharp object injury. Our solicitors will ensure that everything is included so that we can ask for your invoices for your medical treatment and other things due to the direct result of the injury.

Vintage claims aim to bring the maximum available refurbishment to your claim. We will properly calculate the level of loss and suffering you had to endure and provide you with a rough estimate of the amount of compensation you may be entitled to. Ready to start your claim? Give our team a quick call to review your case.

How can I prove my needlestick injury claim compensation?

With our solicitors, if you are seeking refurbishment for the damages, you can expect to look for certain pieces of evidence. You must prove that the at-fault party (employer or claim against the NHS) was responsible for the negligence. The type of evidence that can prove your claim can be:

• Witness Testimonies: People who saw you suffer the needlestick injury can help verify the validity of your claim.
• Medical Records: Any potential records discussing the severity of the injuries should boost the compensation payout.
• Accident Reports: Official statements regarding the accident and the needlestick injury can be used as evidence against the at-fault party. If the manager or employer refuses to make a report, you should have a copy of the details regarding the accident injury.
• Photos and Videos: Take any pictures of the injuries you have gotten, both after your recovery and at the time of the injury. The claim can be strengthened if the photos demonstrate your employer’s negligence. It is also possible to look for CCTV footage for more clarity.

Incident Details: Write down any details you can provide, including time and date, how the injury occurred, the employer’s negligence, and expenses you had to carry out.

What are my legal rights to claim compensation?

The UK law clarifies that your working environment is safe and healthy. Certain restrictions and guidelines are imposed by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Failing to follow these rules can result in a penalty for which they are liable.

You can claim against your employer if:

• You were not given proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• You were told to be silenced, even though you knew the procedure was dangerous.
• You were given unlabeled organic materials and chemicals.
• Your employer did not follow the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations.

You can contact one of our qualified legal advisers if you are unsure about your rights. They can tell you about the entitlement to compensation and give you strategic advice on counter-liability disputes. You can just sit back at home while we handle the claim process.

Timelimit for Needlestick Injury Claim

As is the case for all personal injury claims, the general time limit for sharp object injury claims is around three years. The limitation period starts from the day you were aware of your injury or the date you got your blood results. However, there are certain exemptions for the limitation period.

Exceptions for these include:

• Overseas Injury: You were injured and, at that time, were outside the country. When working overseas, international laws and limits may apply. Contact our solicitors to learn more about your unique case.
• Minor or Child: If your child or your loved one under 18 were injured due to a sharp object, they are liable to claim until their 21st birthday. You can also claim them as a “ligation friend” and get compensation for your child.
• Mental Incapacitation: If you or someone you knew got injured and was mentally incapable of claiming for themselves, their limitation period is extended until the day they are deemed capable.
• Unique Circumstances: On the chance your equipment is found to be defective later, the limitation period is extended until the product recall.

How much compensation is there from Sharp’s Injury Claim in the UK?

Our solicitors will assess your No-Win, No-Fee case and evaluate the total possible amount for your claim. We will look at several factors, like the severity of the injury, expenses carried out by your family, and others. Each case is never the same; that’s why our figures for compensation are based on assumptions, and actual payouts may differ for your case.

The amounts you can claim for general damages are:

• Around £1,500–£2,000 for general needlestick injuries.
• Mild sharps injuries can have a £2,500–£3,000 payout.
• Up to £4,300 for penetration wounds to the hands or fingers
• £6,000 to £11,000 for more severe stab wounds.

Special damages, including trauma, may include:

• Upto £3,000 for general mental anguish
• £3,500 to £8,000 for PTSD (One-Year recovery)
• £8,200 – £20,000 for Severe PTSD (No Disabilities)
• £21,000 – £55,000 for Serious PTSD (Significant Disabilities) 
• £58,000 – £99,000 for Extreme PTSD (Total Nervous Destruction)

If you were infected with Hepatitis C or B, you can claim for:

• Total refurbishment up to £50,000
• Annual payment ranging from £16,000 to £32,000
• For any organ damage, you can pay up to £99,999

In the case of an HIV infection, you can claim for:

• Total payment up to £85,000
• Regular payments of £25,000 a year

What causes negligence in needle stick injuries?

When looking to prove at-fault for your claim, you must know how your employer caused the negligence, like something that led to the accident or something they could not do to prevent the injury from happening.

Compensation for needlestick injuries can be based on the following actions by the department:

• Lack of proper training in the medical department.
• Lack of appropriate personal protective equipment in the work environment.
• Insufficient education in the use of syringes, scalpels, and needles.
• Improper disposal of waste objects.
• Failure in diagnosis related to hepatitis B and C and diseases such as HIV transmission due to negligence.
• Health and safety standards are being breached.

Looking to represent your rights? Having problems reaching out to a credible firm? Vintage Claims is the right law firm for your claim needs.

Our team has been dealing with similar cases for over a decade. We take pride in giving back the happiness they lost from the accidents. Start your claim today by contacting us.

Vintage Claims completes Needle Stick Injury claim process

If you get injured, you should contact us immediately. Our solicitors will engage in discussion with you regarding the details of your case and evaluate the compensation you are entitled to. The more quickly you can claim with us, the stronger your case can become.

Call Vintage Claims through our landline, phone or website portal form. Our representatives will direct you to one of our professional solicitors, and they will evaluate the claim case. They will inform you of the details, time, and location of the accident. The more evidence you can provide, the higher your chance of claiming compensation.

After gathering the necessary evidence, we will proceed to the next step of processing your claim. By directly contacting the at-fault employer and their insurer, we will write an official “Letter of Claim“ to them. Our solicitors will try to negotiate a settlement from their Employer’s Liability Insurance on your behalf. We will state your injuries, suffering, and the harm you got from the negligence.

If your employer admits liability, we will settle on the refurbishment, and you will be rewarded compensation. The time for an injury claim can differ on many things. Due to our No-Win, No-Fee basis, the legal fees you must pay will be deducted from the awarded compensation instead, usually around a small percentage of the initial cost. If we do not win, you won’t have to pay anything.

Vintage Claims offers a one-in-all solution for your claim needs. We fight for individuals seeking to have their rights represented. Our team makes sure you get the entitlement you are seeking. Reach out to our representatives to learn more about your claim today.