Whiplash and neck injuries may be the most common ailments occurring due to a road traffic accident, this doesn’t mean that broken or cracked ribs don’t frequently occur as well. 

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Cracked ribs can occur for numerous different reasons but the most common reason in road traffic accidents is that the force of the car in which the injured party is travelling is so severe it causes the body to jerk forward against the seatbelt. Cracked ribs can also result in numerous scenarios which are not related to road traffic accidents such as a slip, trip and fall accident or a crushing injury. No matter the specific scenario in which your accident occurred, if it was not your fault then you are most likely able to claim compensation. 

The Three Levels of Injury 

The most severe your injuries are, the more compensation you are likely to receive, although each case will be judged on its own merits. When it comes to broken or cracked ribs, the severity of the injury often depends upon the location in which the ribs have been broken or cracked. 

The first level refers to minor fractures. In the case of most minor fractures, where either the lower ribs are cracked or ones which have been damaged are quick to heal, then you may be awarded a minor payment for such injuries. 

The next two levels are moderate injuries and complex injuries. These levels refer to injuries to the lungs or an injury which is classed as serious enough that it can affect lung capacity and heart movement. In these cases the compensation will be far higher than the level of the minor fracture and will differentiate within these levels based upon how serious the injuries are. 

Claiming Compensation 

If you want to pursue a claim for compensation, First Personal Injury can advise you throughout the legal process including helping with the collection of medical notes, witness statements, police reports and any other necessary evidence relating to your claim. The amount of compensation you receive will be dependent upon two factors, general damages which refers to the seriousness and extent of your initial injuries and special damages which refers to any extra costs or inconveniences that have come about as a result of your accident. For example, if you have been unable to work due to your cracked ribs injury, then you may be able to claim compensation for the loss of financial earnings – this would be covered under special damages. 

To find out how much compensation you could potentially be owed use our compensation calculator.

Making Personal Injury Claims 

You may be entitled to compensation for a range of compensation claims under accident claims. Our experts will help assess your potential claim going forwards and provide you with proficient advice.

Contact First Personal Injury to discuss your potential compensation claim today by ringing 0333 358 2345 or by filling out the online claims form.

Contact our specialist team to begin the claims process, either by phone on 0333 358 2345 or through our online form. 

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