Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Claims

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a painful injury that affects the wrist and hand, causing weakness, numbness and a burning or tingling sensation in the hand and fingers. If you’ve developed CTS at work, our solicitors could help you make a carpal tunnel compensation claim.

Can I Claim Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Compensation?

Your employer has a duty of care to protect you from developing carpal tunnel syndrome. If you’ve developed CTS from your work, you could be able to make a carpal tunnel compensation claim.

CTS can be caused by repeated:

Use of vibrating tools
Direct pressure on the base of the palm, over the carpal tunnel
Forceful bending of the wrist
Forceful pinch grips
Heavy lifting.

We have a proven track record in carpal tunnel syndrome claims and we aim to make the claims process as simple as possible, supporting you every step of the way.

How Long Do I Have To Make A Carpal Tunnel Claim?

Usually you need to make a carpal tunnel compensation claim within three years of becoming aware that your injury might be linked to your work. If your injury occurred while working outside the UK, then the time limit can be shorter.

If you have any concerns or questions about the time limit for claiming compensation, call our team today on 0800 056 4110 or contact us online for free initial advice and to talk through your options.

Can I Claim Against My Employer For A Carpal Tunnel Injury?

If you make a compensation claim against your employer, they can’t discriminate against you or dismiss you because of it.

Your employer has a duty to give you proper training and protective gear to carry out your tasks. If they fail in this duty, and you’re injured as a result, then you could claim compensation.

It’s compulsory for your employer to have insurance for these types of issues. Any compensation you receive would be paid by their insurer so you shouldn’t feel you can’t make a claim against them. Our solicitors have helped many people with these types of claims and we’ll make sure you’re comfortable and have the support you need.

How Much Compensation Can I Claim For A Carpal Tunnel Injury?

The amount of compensation you can claim for a carpal tunnel injury will depend on your individual circumstances. To work out how much compensation you’ll get our lawyers will look at things like:

The seriousness of your injury
Your current and future loss of earnings
Any medical and travel expenses you've had to pay
Your care and support needs – both now and in the future.

Can I Claim No Win No Fee Carpal Tunnel Compensation?

Most of the carpal tunnel injury claims we handle are on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that there’s nothing to pay upfront and nothing to pay if your claim is unsuccessful.*

We’ll discuss other funding options with you too, like Legal Expenses Insurance (LEI) or if you’re covered through membership of a trade union. We’ll explain each process clearly and advise which we think is most suitable for you.

Visit our No Win No Fee page for more information on how it works.

Why Choose Us?

We have a proven track record in carpal tunnel syndrome claims, and we’re the lead firm in the British Coal Vibration White Finger cases which included compensation for CTS.

We pride ourselves on supporting our clients’ throughout the claims process. Our team will be on hand to help you and your family with any questions or concerns you have and we’ll make sure you’re comfortable with how your claim is going.

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"This is a condition that is not just associated with the mining industry. It can also affect many areas of work including engineering, construction and the motorway construction industry." - Medical expert

"Employers are still failing to either prevent or reduce exposure to vibration. Measures can be introduced such as job rotation and health surveillance." - Satinder Bains, solicitor

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How Should My Employer Have Protected Me From Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Risks?

Under the Health and Safety at Work Act, employers have a duty of care to their employees, and must protect them from health risks in the workplace. By law, your employer must:

Make sure that risks from vibration are controlled
Provide information and instruction on the risk
Monitor your health in relation to the risk

Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as anti-vibration gloves and wrist supports can be provided to reduce the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome, but the main way to prevent it from arising is to allow regular breaks from the activities that can cause the condition.

Hammer-action tools like drills shouldn’t be used for longer than 15 minutes at a time, while other vibrating tools begin to create a risk after an hour of use.

If you’ve been provided with no PPE, no information on the activities that can cause carpal tunnel syndrome and how to avoid them, or haven’t been given adequate breaks, then your employer could have put you at risk. If you’re unsure, then contact us today on 0800 056 4110 for a free consultation on your case, and we’ll be able to advise you.

What's The Claims Process For A Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Claim?

Getting a carpal tunnel claim started is simple – all you need to do is contact us. We’ll discuss your injury, and whether we think you can claim. There’s no obligation to continue at this stage – you’re welcome to just ask us for expert advice.

If you do choose to make a claim with us, we'll let you know exactly what we're doing at every stage, and what we need from you.

You can call us today on 0800 056 4110 for a free initial consultation. If we think you've got a case, your claim will usually progress through these four stages:

Stage One: Information Gathering

You'll have a medical examination with an expert in musculoskeletal disorders to assess your symptoms, their extent, their cause, and that you're definitely suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).

The main symptoms are tingling, numbness and pain in the hand and fingers. Dull aching sensations, pins and needles, dry skin and swelling, or weakness in your hands could also be signs of CTS.

Stage Two: Rehabilitation

If you have any care needs as a result of your carpal tunnel syndrome, we'll identify exactly what these are and help you access the necessary support.

Serious cases of carpal tunnel may be irreversible, but recovery from more minor cases is possible with rest. Medications and surgery are also used to treat CTS, and our experience in dealing with CTS claims means we can advise you on your options.

Stage Three: Compensation

We'll calculate how much compensation you'll get based on a few factors, including:

The severity of your condition
Medical expenses you’ve had to pay, or will have in the future
Your occupation, and the impact your condition will have on your ability to work
Your pain and suffering

We'll then put the case to your employer (or former employer). They may accept blame early on, or could contest the claim, which would result in your case going to court. Most claims settle out of court – but if you do have to go to court we will be there to support you.

Stage Four: Conclusion

When your case concludes, you'll be awarded compensation if you're successful. Our fees will mostly be paid by your opponent, with a portion of your compensation settlement covering the rest.

If we agreed to handle your claim under a No Win No Fee* arrangement, then you won't have to pay anything if you were unsuccessful.

If you have any questions about the claims process for carpal tunnel syndrome, please contact us today on 0800 056 4110.

Why Choose Irwin Mitchell For A Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Claim?

We have a proven track record in carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) claims, and were the lead firm in the British Coal Vibration White Finger cases, which included compensation for CTS. We’ve also helped employees in a wide range of industries and roles claim compensation for injuries caused by an employer’s negligence.

Claiming compensation from your employer can seem daunting, particularly if you’ve never made a compensation claim before. We believe no one who has been injured at work should be put off from claiming the compensation that they are entitled to – even if it’s against a former employer who has since gone out of business.

We aim to make the claims process as simple and straightforward as we can, offering you expert advice in plain English. If your former employer isn’t trading anymore, we could be able to trace their insurer, who will be responsible for your compensation payments.

Our solicitors specialise in helping people claim compensation for accidents, injuries and illnesses that have happened at work, including carpal tunnel syndrome. We act on behalf of a number of trade unions, but we can still help you make a claim if you're not a member of one.

We want to make sure that you receive the best compensation possible, and receive the medical care that you need. To find out more about how to claim for carpal tunnel syndrome, and how we can help, call us today on 0800 056 4110 for a free initial consultation about your claim.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Claims

Can I Claim Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Compensation?

How Long Do I Have To Make A Carpal Tunnel Claim?

Can I Claim Against My Employer For A Carpal Tunnel Injury?

How Much Compensation Can I Claim For A Carpal Tunnel Injury?

Can I Claim No Win No Fee Carpal Tunnel Compensation?

Why Choose Us?

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How Should My Employer Have Protected Me From Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Risks?

What's The Claims Process For A Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Claim?

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