Hamstring Injury
Compensation Claims

Key advice when claiming for a hamstring or thigh injury

• Compensation can start at £10,110 for a simple leg fracture, up to £99,350 for permanent symptoms that require a wheelchair or walker.
• You can claim if your injury was caused by a negligent employer, coworker, road user, or in a public place, e.g. a poorly maintained pavement or stairwell.
• You may also be able to claim if your injury was caused by poor coaching, or faulty sports equipment or facilities.
• You must start your claim within 3 years of your accident.
• You can claim on a no win, no fee basis.
• Your compensation will depend on the seriousness of your injury, and your financial losses and expenses. You can find out how much you can claim with our compensation calculator.
• Compensation for serious leg injuries will also cover the cost of mobility aids and home modifications.

If a hamstring or thigh injury has set you back, we'll help you move forward

A hamstring or thigh injury is usually a muscular strain or tear at the back of the thigh. These injuries are common in sports, causing pain and disability, with treatment typically involving rest, ice, compression, elevation, and rehabilitation exercises.

If your life, or the life of a loved one, has been affected by a thigh injury, we can help. If your injuries were caused by someone else's actions or negligence, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

You can make a No Win, No Fee compensation claim with the help and support of a personal injury solicitor.

With almost 140,000 NHS admissions for thigh and hip injuries each year, you are not alone

138,327 patients were admitted in 2022-23 with thigh and hip injuries, from an analysis of NHS data (digital.nhs.uk).

Most people who have suffered hamstring and thigh injuries experience a full recovery following a course of treatment and rest. However, even relatively minor hamstring tears are painful and debilitating. More serious injuries can require lengthy physiotherapy or surgery to repair.

If you decide to make a hamstring or thigh injury claim, your personal injury solicitor will take you through every step of the claims process. Your solicitor will be with you until you win your claim and get the compensation you need to move forward.

If you need information on hamstring injuries symptoms and treatment, visit: hamstring injuries (nhs.uk).

How much compensation can I claim for a hamstring injury?

Compensation for a hamstring injury is dependent on:

• how significant your injury is,
• how your injury disrupts your life and work,
• any financial losses or costs you have incurred due to your injury.

General damages are awarded for pain, suffering and loss of amenity (PSLA). Awards for general damages are set by the Judicial College (judiciary.uk) and published in their guidelines for personal injury awards.

Special damages will be awarded for any lost earnings, loss of commission or bonuses, and loss of pension contributions. It may also be possible to claim for loss of future earnings, if the medical prognosis establishes that you won't be able to work for any period in the future.

These damages will also cover the cost of any medical procedures you might need to treat or recover from your hamstring or thigh injury, such as X-rays, CT and MRI scans, and physiotherapy.

Read more:

A complete list of recoverable losses in a personal injury claim

How is compensation calculated if I have multiple injuries?

Average hamstring or thigh injury general damages compensation table

The following hamstring or thigh injury payouts refer to the Guidelines for the Assessment of General Damages in Personal Injury Cases, 17th Edition by the Judicial College (oup.com).

These tables are used by solicitors or by the courts as a starting point when calculating your compensation.

Please note: these average figures represent general damages only, and do not include any element of special damages (e.g. lost wages).

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Claiming compensation for psychological injuries

Although psychiatric injuries are less obvious than physical injuries and illness, mental health conditions can be no less debilitating.

Our 2024 Personal Injury Claimant Survey found that 29.03% of claimants reported a psychological injury, with 70.97% of these relating to a physical injury.

Hamstring or thigh injuries often lead to phobia of re-injury, affecting future participation in physical activity and sports.

Your solicitor will help ensure that any psychological harm you have suffered as the result of another party's negligence is recognised and included in the calculation of your compensation award or settlement. In addition, you can also claim for mental health treatment costs that may not be readily available on the NHS.

Our compensation calculator can estimate your compensation for psychological injuries. Or you can call us on 0800 376 1001 to speak to a specialist advisor.

Am I eligible for hamstring or thigh injury compensation?

You have the right to claim compensation for a hamstring injury, if:

• you were injured within the last 3 years, and;
• another person was to blame, and;
• that person owed a duty of care to prevent foreseeable hazards.

Use our injury claim calculator to find out if you can claim. Or you can call 0800 376 1001 to speak to a specialist advisor. Find out in minutes if you have a claim.

Can I claim if I feel I was partly responsible for my accident?

Determining who is to blame for an accident is not always black and white.

In our recent 2024 Personal Injury Claimant Survey, 13.99% of respondents believed they may have been partly (or wholly) responsible for their injuries.

Claiming compensation is still an option even if you were partly at fault. These contributory negligence cases are typically resolved with a split-liability agreement.

Read more:

Can I claim if I feel I was partly responsible for my accident?

How long do I have to start a hamstring or thigh injury claim?

In most cases, you have up to 3 years from the date of your accident or injury to start a claim.

For an injured child, the three-year limitation period begins on their 18th birthday, giving them until they are 21 to start a claim.

What are the symptoms of hamstring and thigh injuries?

The hamstrings are a group of muscles that run along the back of the thigh. When too much force is placed on these muscles, they can overstretch, tear or rupture. This often happens when the hamstrings are stretched beyond their natural limit, for example, during high-exertion sports like skiing, or in an unexpected slip or trip accident.

With severe injuries, other parts of the thigh may also be damaged in addition to the hamstrings. For example, the quadriceps at the front of the thigh and its associated ligaments may rupture, or there may be damage to the large femur bone that runs through the thigh to the knee. Because the femur is so strong, it usually takes a lot of force to cause break, such as a high-speed road traffic accident or fall from height.

What hamstring injuries can I claim compensation for?

Symptoms of a hamstring injury include a sudden, sharp stabbing pain in the back of the leg with swelling in the hours following the accident. Pain will often increase if the injured muscles are stretched or contracted.

Pulls or strains to the quadriceps may be characterised by pain in front of the thigh. If there is underlying damage to the bone, it will become difficult to bear any weight on the injured leg. Hamstring and thigh injuries are often connected. Damage to the quadriceps can cause damage to the hamstrings and vice versa due to a strength imbalance between the two muscle groups.

Hamstring and thigh injuries can take a long time to heal and may temporarily restrict your ability to work or carry out household tasks, driving and sporting activities.

Regardless of the exact nature of your injuries, a successful compensation claim can assist with ongoing medical expenses and ensure that you receive the support and financial compensation you need.

How the cause of your hamstring injury affects the claims process

The claims process depends on how you injured your hamstring. Click the icons below to learn more.

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Author:
Chris Salmon, Director

About the author

Chris Salmon is a co-founder and Director of Quittance Injury Claims. Chris has played key roles in the shaping and scaling of a number of legal services brands and is a regular commentator in the legal press.