If your child has suffered an injury that wasn't their fault, we may be able to help.
Your child shouldn't have to face an injury that was caused by someone else's mistake. We understand that it can be a distressing and confusing time for them, and we're on hand to help to guide you through the next steps.
Whether your child has been injured in a road accident or a public place, our expert team are well trained in a wide variety of personal injuries, which means that our child injury solicitors are fully equipped to fight for the compensation that they and you deserve.
We may not be able to undo the damage that has been caused but we can help to make the recovery period more straightforward and ease any financial burden with which you may be dealing in addition to that of the injury itself.
Get in touch with our team today and discuss your case on a free, no-obligation basis. You can either call us on or request a call back to speak to us at a time that fits your plans. From there, we'll do our best to guide you through the claims process.
What kinds of child accident can you claim compensation for?
We've supported families through all kinds of child injuries, which means that we have a wealth of experience on which we can draw to help you too. Some of the different injuries for which our clients have successfully claimed compensation in the past include:
- Nursery or school accidents
- Road traffic accidents
- Public place accidents
- Personal injury accidents
This list is not exhaustive so, if your child was injured in a different way and you believe that someone else is to blame, get in touch with our child injury lawyers to discuss the situation. We'll take the time to understand what happened and advise you as to whether we think that you have a case.
How much compensation can you claim for a personal injury to a child?
No two cases are the same when it comes to child injury compensation claims, so narrowing down an exact figure to which you may be entitled can be difficult. It will depend on the type of injury, the recovery time required for your child and any costs incurred due to home modifications being made or parents having to take time off work.
We can offer you a rough estimate of the compensation amounts for child injury claims, however, which is informed by the Judicial College Guidelines. Our expert team will refer to these guidelines when assessing your claim and how much to which you and your child may be entitled.
| Injury | Guide amount |
Head injury | £1,760 - £322,060 |
| Facial injury | £1,360 - £322,060 |
| Mild tinnitus to total deafness | £10,040 - £87,410 |
| Whiplash | £300 - £6,290 (with recovery in 1-2 years) |
| Moderate shoulder injury | £6,290 - £10,180 |
| Back injury causing permanent symptoms | £9,970 - £22,130 |
| Hip or pelvis injury | £3,150 - £104,370 |
| Fractured forearm | £5,280 - £15,300 |
| Wrist injury | £2,810 - £47,720 |
| Hernia | £2,710 - £19,260 |
| Ankle injury | £10,960 - £55,560 |
| Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder | £3,150 - £80,250 |
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How do child injury lawyers help?
Supporting your child as they recover from an injury can take its toll on you and, without support, may lead to financial worries and mental-health issues. Our experienced child accident solicitors can help to ease that stress by assisting you through this difficult time and seeking to secure compensation.
Every child accident claim begins with a free, no-obligation chat where our experts will take time to listen to your story and assess the circumstances so that we can offer the best advice on what to do next. We know that every case is different, which is why we want to understand your child's story in full - so we can be there for you when you need us.
We'll never pressure you into proceeding with a claim during this chat. Our job is simply to advise you on what we believe are the best steps to take; the final decision will be entirely up to you. Contact us on today for more information or request a call back to speak to our team at a convenient time for you. You can also start your claim online today if you would like to start the process straight away.
Meet the team
Craig Delahaye
Associate Director - Legal Operations
Craig's transition into the Legal PI market was motivated by a desire to help those who have suffered injuries through accidents that were not their fault.
View profileMeet the teamWhy should I make an injury claim for my child?
Bringing a claim to someone that has caused your child harm can help to enact lasting change by highlighting an underlying issue or practice that needs to be addressed. This may lead to modifications being made, which will reduce the risk of other children having to suffer as your child has.
By making a claim, you may even get a formal apology from those at fault. Although this won't ease your child's injury, it can help to bring closure and enable you to start to move on from the situation.
For more help and advice on making a child injury compensation claim, please see our FAQs below. Alternatively, you can contact us direct on for a free consultation about your child's injury case.
Frequently asked questions about child injury claims
Who can make a claim for a child?
Who can make a claim for a child?
Typically, it is the parent or guardian of the child who is responsible for making the injury claim. This person is known as a 'litigation friend' and they'll be in charge of the following:
- Making decisions in the child's best interests
- Keeping the child up to date with the case and finding out their wishes
- Talking to the solicitor for updates and giving instructions in the child's best interests
The litigation friend will be responsible until the claim is resolved or the child turns 18 and can handle the proceedings themselves.
What happens if my child's claim wins?
What happens if my child's claim wins?
Anyone under the age of 18 won't be able to access the compensation until their 18th birthday. The money will instead be invested by the Court Funds Office until they can legally claim it.
Some judges may decide to pay out smaller amounts if they believe that it will benefit the child to do so. This could be for medical treatment, modifications to a home or to support the child's education during recovery.
Will my child have to go to court?
Will my child have to go to court?
The thought of going to court can be a scary one - especially when your child is involved. The reason behind court visits is usually because negotiation for a compensation amount between your solicitors and the third party responsible has broken down. In this case, you as the litigation friend would attend court on your child's behalf.
In the event that this does happen, we'll be with you every step of the way to make sure that you feel as comfortable as possible during the process.
Is there a time limit on making a child injury claim?
Is there a time limit on making a child injury claim?
Unlike most personal injury claims, which have a three-year time limit, you can claim on your child's behalf at any time while they're under the age of 18. Once their 18th birthday comes around, the three-year limit will come into effect, which means that they can claim for the injury sustained as a child up to the age of 21.
However, if the child becomes an adult but does not have the mental capacity to bring a claim themselves at that stage, then the litigation friend will have unlimited time to act on their behalf. Should their mental capacity return, then the three-year limit will once again begin.
Why choose us for your child's injury compensation claim?
You and your child shouldn't suffer because of an injury caused by someone else. That's why our child injury solicitors will be by your side as we strive to deliver you the compensation that you deserve.
Here are some of the reasons why you can trust us you help you:
- Our experts know how to handle child injury claims thanks to years of experience.
- We can offer no win no fee agreements, which means that you won't have to pay legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful.
- Your case will be handled with care and sensitivity at every step of the way.
- Our experts won't use complicated terminology to explain your case, speaking in simple, human terms so that you always understand what's happening.
- You'll never be pressured into making a claim.
- We're fully regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, so you can be confident that we adhere to the highest legal standards.
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Get in touch with us today on or request a call back below for a free, no-obligation chat. You can also get started straight away by using our online claim tool.