Hernia Injury Compensation

Claiming for hernias

Hernias have a variety of contributing causes, while factors such as smoking and obesity can increase the risk. The main triggers are improper lifting of heavy objects, severe coughing fits, tight clothing and blows to the abdomen.

Hernia definition

Hernias happen when a weakness in the cavity of an organ is pressurised to an extent that fat and sometimes part of the organ are allowed to protrude through. They can be internal or external, where they will be visible as a lump extending from the body. A body scan is necessary to identify an internal hernia. There is not always pain at the site of a hernia, though other symptoms can accompany one such as nausea, vomiting and fever. Most hernias appear in the abdomen and groin area, though by no means all. Spinal hernias are also common.

Hernia compensation claims

If you have, or have had a hernia, and it was caused by improper provision from your employee, medical negligence or any other reason that was not your fault, then you may be able to claim for compensation. If you wish to do this you should contact a solicitor, who will be able to advise you and organise your case.

You will be able to sue for compensation on two grounds; the first provides reparations for your pain and distress, endured because of your hernia. This will use a medical report as reference, which will mean that your hernia shall need to be assessed by a qualified medical expert. The second portion of the compensation is a fiscal recuperation; the equivalent money spent on medical bills and lost due to any inability to work can be claimed.

This is the type of compensation you might expect if you are successful in claiming compensation for a hernia:

• minor groin hernia - £2000 to £4800 – that exhibits no continuing symptoms after treatment
• moderate hernia - £4000 to £8000 – that occurred in an area with no pre-existing weakness and holds the risk of not being completely dealt with
• serious hernia – maximum of £15000 – post-treatment the hernia continues to cause suffering and possibly interferes with your normal life.