Eye and vision injury compensation guide

Eye and vision injury compensation: what claims are worth

Eye and vision injury valuations can reflect loss of sight, visual impairment, pain, treatment, cosmetic effects and the impact on work and independence.

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The figures shown are the 17th edition brackets for general damages. They do not include lost earnings, care, treatment or other financial losses.

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Compensation for eye and vision injuries

Eye and vision injury valuations can reflect loss of sight, visual impairment, pain, treatment, cosmetic effects and the impact on work and independence.

Guide figures are being prepared.

This injury area has been added to the body navigator. Its valuation categories will be published after the 18th edition source has been checked.

This is guidance, not a quote. The bracket is only one part of a valuation. Medical evidence, recovery, financial losses, liability and the effect on your life must all be considered.

Understanding the range

What can affect eye and vision injury compensation?

This guide has been separated from facial injuries so eye and vision claims can be explained properly. The relevant guideline figures are being checked before publication. The diagnosis is only the starting point: the evidence must show the recovery period and the effect the injury has had on the individual.

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Severity, treatment and recovery

Eye and vision injury valuations can reflect loss of sight, visual impairment, pain, treatment, cosmetic effects and the impact on work and independence.

02

Daily life and independence

Pain, movement, sleep, work, hobbies, care needs and loss of independence can all influence where an injury falls within a guideline range.

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Medical and financial evidence

Independent medical evidence helps establish prognosis. Payslips, receipts, care records and expert evidence may support financial losses assessed separately from the injury award.

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