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Injured While Playing Cricket?
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Personal InjuryCricket injury claims
Cricket Injury Claims
Cricket is one of the most popular sports within the UK. Unfortunately, like most sports, accidents in cricket do occur and these can result in some serious accidents from grass roots all the way to professional.
It is not only players that can experience injuries, as spectators are at risk of injury too. If the accident wasn't your fault, then you may be entitled to compensation.
To learn more or to start your claim, get in touch with our expert team on 0800 808 9740 or contact us online.
Common Cricket Injuries
The scenarios above might result in a range of injuries for players and spectators alike such as:
- Strains
- Sprains
- Fractures
- Bruising
- Open wounds
However, there are occasions when an accident can cause more serious injuries including:
- Broken legs or arms
- Dislocations
- Hamstring injuries
- Head injuries
- Torn ligaments
- Groin strains
- Facial injuries such as a broken nose or eye injury
Making A Cricket Injury Claim
In the event that you have suffered an injury and it was at the fault of someone else, legally, you can make a case for compensation. For information on the best way to approach making a case, you should look for guidance, you should seek advice from an experienced personal injury solicitor. You have three years from the date of your injury in which to make a claim. Our experts usually work on a no win no fee basis, so there is no monetary danger implied in making a case.
Gathering Evidence
If you decide to pursue a cricket injury claim, it is useful to gather evidence to help strengthen your claim. This might include:
- Collecting a statement from a witness/witnesses can further solidify your claim in cases where an injury has occurred following a violent action from another player or another spectator. Take a note of the fellow players, spectators, or match officials who witnessed the incident. If available, try to get hold of any video footage of the game.
- Photographic evidence of your injuries
- Photographs of poorly maintained facilities or pitch, if these caused your injury
What To Do After A Cricket Accident
- Obtain details of any witnesses, players or staff to whom you reported the accident/incident to.
- Take photos of what has happened, the scene, and any faulty equipment
- Get the details of any witnesses to the accident.
- Evidence of a reduction in income if your injury has resulted in you needing time off work. Documents related to other monetary expenditures connected to your injuries may be required. This could include travel receipts to and from medical appointments.
- Details of relevant insurance policies you have.
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible/first aid.
How Does The Claims Process Work?
Once we have carried out an initial consultation, we will take care of the paperwork required to get your case underway.
A letter will be sent to you following an initial consultation with your solicitor. This will be a summary of the discussion you had and will confirm that they are happy to take on your case. It will highlight who will be your contact and estimate how long the process will take. The letter will also detail how you will be funding the case and an estimate of costs. If you need to provide any further information this will also be included.
A letter will then be sent to the defendant, providing details of the accident. The defendant has a fixed period in which they can reply and, in their reply, they must state whether they are denying or accepting liability for your injuries. If they do accept liability, your solicitor will endeavor to settle the case out of court.
Amount Of Compensation In Cricket Claims
As all personal injury cases are unique, the amount of compensation awarded in every claim will vary. The amount awarded is decided by looking at both general and special damages.
Free initial Discussion - Call Now!
Get in touch with First Personal Injury on 0800 808 9740 or through our online claim form.