Scarring Claims

Can I get compensation for scarring?

If you’ve been left with scarring due to someone else’s negligence, you may have grounds to make a claim.

We could help you if you’ve developed scarring after suffering:

• An accident at work
• A road traffic accident
• Poor aftercare from a medical professional – usually when treating an existing wound
• Serious burns
• Surgical negligence – where a procedure has caused excessive scarring

This isn’t an exhaustive list, though. If you think you could have a claim, get in touch with our advisors for a free initial consultation. We’ll speak to you about what happened and let you know if you have a strong case.

Why should I make a scarring claim?

Although scarring is the physical result of cuts, lacerations and burns, they can also have a psychological impact. Some people suffer a loss in self-esteem that can impact on the way they live their life. For example, choosing to wear clothes that cover the scars or limiting the places they go to.

If you’ve been involved in an accident or suffered medical negligence, you may also have had to take time off work to recover. This can bring an additional layer of financial stress, and you could find yourself worrying about immediate expenses like household bills.

Making a claim won’t reverse what happened but it could help you to address any money worries you have. It could also bring a sense of closure as the individual or organisation responsible for causing your scars is held to account.

How can First4Lawyers help?

We work with experienced solicitors who will work on your behalf to gather evidence and get the best possible outcome for your case.

If you suffered unnecessary scarring after an NHS procedure, our solicitors could also help you to submit a formal complaint. This could lead to changes being made that prevent the same thing from happening to anyone else.

For these types of claims, we work on a No Win No Fee basis. So you won’t need to worry about paying us anything upfront and there will be no fees to cover if your case is unsuccessful.

Scarring claim FAQs

Is there a time limit for making a scarring claim?

You’ll usually have three years to make a scarring claim. This will either be three years from the date you were injured or from when the scarring first became apparent.

There are some exceptions to this rule, though. For example, if you’re claiming on behalf of a child, you’ll have until their 18th birthday to make a claim. If you don’t bring a claim during this time, they will have until they are 21 to take legal action themselves.

But whatever your situation, we would always suggest seeking legal advice sooner rather than later. This will help you to work out where you stand, so you can make an informed decision about your next steps.

How much compensation could I get for scarring?

Your situation will be unique to you, which makes it difficult to predict exactly how much compensation you could be entitled to. But if your claim is successful, your compensation will most likely be split into general and special damages.

General damages will consider the pain and suffering you’ve endured as a result of someone else’s negligence. This could include the emotional impact of the scarring you’ve developed or the physical pain of your injuries.

For a rough idea of how much your claim could be worth in general damages, try our free compensation calculator.

Special damages are slightly different as they will consider the financial losses associated with your claim. This could be a loss in earnings if you’ve had to take time off work, or the cost of further medical treatment.

I think I have a scarring claim – what should I do?

If you’ve suffered scarring due to an incident that wasn’t your fault, we could help you to bring a claim.

Our friendly advisors are here to discuss your situation with you and answer any questions you may have about the claims process. After this, if we think you have a strong case, we’ll ask if you’d like to be put in touch with one of our dedicated solicitors.

There will be no pressure to go forward at this point and you will always have the option to call us back if you need time to think.

To find out more about how we could help you, give us a call on the number at the top of the screen or request a callback. We also have a quick and easy online claims form if you’d prefer to contact us this way.

However you get in touch, we’re here to support you.