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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For more information, call us on 0800 056 4110 or contact us online and we'll be happy to discuss your options in a free initial consultation.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Compensation - More Information

- Can I Make A No Win No Fee* Claim?
- Many of our cases are funded with a No Win No Fee agreement. This means that there’s no financial risk* to you when making a compensation claim.
  
  At the start of your case, we'll discuss funding options with you, advising you which we think is most suitable. If you have legal expenses insurance (LEI) or are covered by a trade union policy, these may be best for you. Legal expenses insurance is included in many household or car insurance policies, so it’s always worth checking whether you’re already covered.
  
  If we think you're best supported by a No Win No Fee* agreement, we'll explain the process clearly. You'll only have to pay anything if your claim is successful – your opponent will pay most of our fees, with the remaining costs coming out of your compensation settlement.
  
  Please visit our No Win No Fee page for more information on how it works.
- Can I Get Early Compensation Payments?
- Early compensation payments, also known as interim payments, are made in advance of any final settlement. They’re only made in an agreement with your opponent, if they admit that they're responsible for your illness.
  
  Interim payments can be used to replace lost earnings, so you can afford to pay essential bills if your illness has meant you’ve been absent from work, as well as covering the cost of specialist medical care or mobility equipment.
  
  We'll work hard to get an early admission of fault, and also to obtain early compensation payments to relieve any immediate financial pressures you’re feeling.
- The Company Is Now Out Of Business, Can I Still Claim?
- Yes, even if your employer has gone out of business you could still make a claim. The company will have been insured to deal with claims like this, so it will be the insurer’s responsibility for any compensation payments.
  
  For more information, please visit our page on claiming if your employer has ceased trading.
- Will I Lose My Job If I Claim Against My Employers?
- If you wish to make a claim against your current employer, then any compensation would be paid by their insurer. It has been compulsory to have insurance for many years, so it’s highly likely that they will have this in place. There are also legal safeguards in place to protect you from unfair dismissal.
  
  This basically means that your employer must be able to justify their reason for dismissing you in relation to your claim, which is highly unlikely. If you want to discuss this subject in more detail, our workplace illness solicitors will be able to talk you through your rights and what you can expect.
- Meet Our Carpal Tunnel Injury Experts
- Our personal injury team deals with thousands of successful claims each year, and our award-winning lawyers are recognised as leaders in their fields.
  
  Meet our team of workplace illness solicitors