Eye Injury Claim & Loss of Sight Compensation Claims

Dangerous Chemicals: Chemicals can cause serious burns and blindness if contact is made with the eyes, this can even result from splashes of dangerous or toxic chemicals or spillages. It is vital that the key and correct equipment and training is provided by the employers when working around dangerous substances.

Electric Shock: Electric shocks can cause loss of sight or blindness which can be due to the shock itself or because of the eye being exposed to a sudden bright light.

Small Particles: Although our eyes are structured in a way to protect the eye from small particles from entering, however it is still possible for particles of grit or other substances to enter and cause damage the eyeball which can cause loss of sight or blindness.

Trauma to the head: Trauma to the head may lead to loss of sight or blindness either directly or through injury to the brain.

Sharp Objects: Sharp objects may cause injuries to eyes which may result in the loss of sight or blindness, this type of injury can occur anywhere.

How much compensation can I claim for an eye injury?

Due to the nature of this injury type it can be quite serious, for some people the consequences of an eye injury or blindness can prove to be lifelong. As such it is necessary that a good solicitor is employed for the services of personal injury, especially ones who can obtain the financial justice deserved.

The amount you can claim depends on the severity of the injury. Some of the more common injuries of this type include:

• Pain in one or both eyes
• Blurred vision
• Deteriorated vision
• Blindness in one or both eyes

Typical examples of compensation amounts are:

Why you should choose Grieves Solicitors

Grieves Solicitors was established by Helen Grieves in 1997, all members of our team have had many years of specialist experience and training in dealing with personal injury claims. Our solicitors specialise in dealing with major cases and have helped clients receive up to millions of pounds in compensation, their expertise in this field will enable you to get the best experience and outcome possible.

We are delighted to announce that over 98% of our clients have rated our service as excellent or good, as well as 98% whom stated they would definitely use us again and/or would recommend us to family or friends.

If you have suffered from damage to your eyesight or from blindness, through the negligence of another person, you can speak to our specialist personal injury solicitors for advice and guidance on making a claim.

Call us for free on 0800 0747 644 or fill in the contact form and a member of our team will get back to you.

How to make a claim for damage to sight or blindness

Before starting your personal injury claim, you can contact Grieves Solicitors and speak to one of our personal injury specialists. From the beginning of your claim, our team will work with you, your family and the medical team to ensure the earliest form of recovery and compensation available.

Analysis of your condition forms the basis of the claim, one of our solicitors will arrange a medical examination as part of your claim process. In addition, the cause of the loss of sight must be established. We will help guide you through the step by step process and the strength of your claim as well as offer you advice on the most appropriate course of action for you to take.

We understand that making a claim may seem daunting at first, to take that first step all you have to do is call us for free 0800 0747 644 or complete a Free Online Enquiry and a member of our team will get back to you to explain your rights and talk over any concerns or queries which you may have.