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Carpal Tunnel Claims – Claim Compensation
If you have developed carpal tunnel syndrome at work, our expert solicitors can help you claim compensation on a no-win, no fee basis.
We can assess your individual situation and needs during a free phone consultation. We can then begin your carpal tunnel claim, and move towards the best possible outcome for you.
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Your employer has a duty of care to ensure you have a safe working environment. We will be beside you throughout your carpal tunnel claim, working with you to get you the maximum compensation for your personal injury claims and we will also take you through the claims process.
Find out how much compensation you can claim and get started with AWH Solicitors.
Assessing if You Can Make a Carpal Tunnel Claim
Each person’s situation is unique, which is why we believe it’s always best to get tailored legal advice before you make the decision to start a compensation claim. To help you get started, we offer a free and fast no-obligation assessment of your claim over the phone.
Our specialists will go through a range of questions to get a clear understanding of your situation before explaining which legal options are available to you.
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Can I Make a Carpal Tunnel Claim?
Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure being put on the carpal tunnel, which is a narrow passageway in the wrist. When it is bent or squashed, this presses on an important nerve called the median nerve. This nerve runs down the middle of your arm, from your elbow to your fingers. Damaging it causes pain and restricted movement in these areas.
Unfortunately, carpal tunnel symptoms can often wake you up at night and cause you pain throughout a working day.
If you are suffering from these symptoms, you should first visit your GP to confirm your carpal tunnel diagnosis. When you have been diagnosed with carpal tunnel, you can start treatment and seek our legal representation. Our personal injury solicitor will help assess if you will be eligible for compensation.
Symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Common carpal tunnel symptoms that can lead to a carpal tunnel claim (CTS Claims) include:
- Numbness in fingers or the whole hand
- Tingling or pins and needles
- Aching fingers, hands or arms
- Weakness in the thumb
- Difficulty gripping
These symptoms can make day-to-day life very difficult and can affect your ability to work.
Our team can help you get the carpal tunnel compensation payout that you deserve.
What Causes Carpal Tunnel?
There are two types of occupational exposure that may cause carpal tunnel syndrome – repetition and vibration.
Both repetitive and vibratory conditions can cause inflammation and pressure on the median nerve in the wrist.
Because of this, target driven working environments such as production lines and manufacturing are known to cause repetitive strain injuries and more specifically, carpal tunnel syndrome. You can likely make a carpal tunnel claim if you have suffered carpal tunnel.
Jobs at Risk of Developing CTS
You could be at risk of developing carpal tunnel in any job that involves repetitive hand and wrist movement or the use of vibrating tools.
Because of this, you might be more likely to develop carpal tunnel if you for example work as a:
- Production line worker
- Secretary or typist
- Construction worker
- Machinist
Workers who are at more risk of developing vibration-related carpal tunnel syndrome are usually employed in the following industries:
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Shipbuilding
If your doctor believes that you have developed carpal tunnel syndrome at work, we can help you claim compensation for your carpal tunnel injury.
Get in contact with us today for helpful advice and guidance on how to proceed with your carpal injury claim.
Getting Started with Your Carpal Tunnel Claim
Do you want to know what carpal tunnel compensation payout you are entitled to? Use our carpal tunnel syndrome compensation calculator or get in touch today.
With over 20 years of experience dealing with carpal tunnel syndrome claims, our carpal tunnel claim team will be able to help you claim the maximum compensation.
Book your free consultation to claim no win no fee carpal syndrome compensation.
Book your free consultationFrequently Asked Questions
Can I claim for carpal tunnel syndrome?
If you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome that was caused at your place of work within the last three years we are likely able to help you with your carpal tunnel claim.
To find out if you can claim compensation give us a call on 0800 999 2220 or use our call-back request form.
We will be able to give you a clear idea on the options you have in regard to making a claim during your initial consultation call.
How do you know if you have carpal tunnel?
The symptoms and severity of symptoms will vary from person to person, however if you are suffering from the below symptoms you could be suffering from carpal tunnel:
- Numbness in fingers or the whole hand
- Aching in the fingers, hands and/or arms
- Tingling and pins and needles
- Weakness in the thumb and difficulty gripping onto things
If you believe you are suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome or if you are suffering from any of the above symptoms we always recommend you to visit your GP.
After your diagnosis our solicitors can help you claim compensation for your injury on a no win, no fee basis.
Is carpal tunnel a work related injury?
Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused by the work that you do, for example if there is a lot of repetitive work or if you handle vibratory tools regularly.
Carpal tunnel can also be caused outside of work, and certain factors in your life could make it more likely that you will be affected.
In some cases carpal tunnel can be caused by a singular event, such as a car accident.
To be able to make a claim against your employer for carpal tunnel your condition must have been caused, or worsened at your place of work.
Our solicitors can assess if you are entitled to compensation from your employer, so get in touch and find out if we can help you.
Can you work with carpal tunnel?
It depends on the severity of your carpal tunnel symptoms and the type of tasks you are expected to carry out at your place of work.
If for example your symptoms aren't severe and the tasks you carry out don't cause any unnecessary strain to the area then you can generally continue working.
Regardless, you should always take plenty of breaks and if symptoms start to worsen, you shouldn't ignore this.
If a pre-existing your condition is worsened at work you may be entitled to compensation.
If your carpal tunnel syndrome was caused, or worsened, by work then you are likely able to make a claim for compensation with the help of our industrial disease solicitors.
We are here to help you with your carpal tunnel claim.
How long does carpal tunnel syndrome take to develop?
It's different for everyone as it depends on many different factors. Carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms can start to appear even after days of repetitive activity, but in general in would take months, even a year, to develop.
If you believe you are suffering from carpal tunnel symptoms you should go to see a GP first, as you can often stop it from worsening by taking action early on.
If your symptoms have started at work, be sure to inform your supervisor as they should make sure they do what they can to avoid your condition from worsening, for example by giving you plenty of breaks or by alternating the type of tasks you carry out.
If your employer fails to provide you with the adequate solutions and you develop carpal tunnel as a result you can make a claim for carpal tunnel compensation.
