Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain condition that can develop after an injury or surgery. Beyond the physical pain, CRPS can also lead to emotional distress, mobility issues, and a significant decline in quality of life. If your CRPS was caused by an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to compensation.
At Injury Lawyers 4u, we’ve been handling CRPS claims for decades. Get in touch today and we’ll help start your claim.
What is Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)?
CRPS is a rare but debilitating condition that affects the nervous system. As with diabetes, it is categorised into two types:
- Type 1 CRPS — This happens without direct nerve damage, usually after a minor injury.
- Type 2 CRPS — This happens after a confirmed nerve injury.
According to the NHS, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome affects one in 3,800 people annually in the UK. As a chronic pain condition, it can last for months or even years, significantly impacting daily life.
Symptoms and challenges of living with CRPS
Unfortunately, there are all sorts of pain and anguish that accompany a CRPS diagnosis. Some of the most common symptoms include:
- Burning pain in the affected limb
- Emotional distress, including depression or anxiety
- Muscle weakness
- Skin colour or texture change
- Stiffness
- Swelling and sensitivity to touch or temperature change
Misdiagnoses are common with CRPS, which can mean that these symptoms can persist without treatment. It also means that any potential legal claim you might want to make could be delayed. Thankfully, your time limit to make a claim only starts upon receiving a proper diagnosis.
How compensation for CRPS is calculated
The Judicial College Guidelines outline compensation brackets for CRPS claims based on these factors:
- The severity of your pain — If you are suffering from long-lasting or intense pain each day, you should expect your compensation to be higher than someone who is less affected.
- Potential future treatment or care costs — You might need physiotherapy, medication, or even surgery in the future. In such cases, higher compensation should be provided.
- Potential financial losses — In the future, you might lose out on earnings, pension contributions. or have to pay for private medical care. In this case, you should be provided a higher level of compensation to cover lost income and treatment costs.
Why choose a specialist solicitor for CRPS claims?
CRPS claims can be complex, which is why many people choose to work with a specialist solicitor. Insurers may be sceptical about the severity of your pain and suffering, or your diagnosis may not fully reflect the impact of your condition. An expert solicitor can help gather the right evidence and build a strong case to secure the compensation you deserve.
At Injury Lawyers 4u, we have years of experience in handling CRPS cases. We work closely with medical professionals and pain specialists to help build a strong case to secure the maximum compensation possible for our clients.
How to make a CRPS compensation claim
Whether you’ve had a proper CRPS diagnosis or not, you have a right to make a compensation claim. To do this, you’ll have to follow these simple steps:
- Get in touch — Talk to Injury Lawyers 4u for a free consultation to assess your case.
- Gather evidence — Our specialist solicitors will help collect reports from doctors and pain specialists.
- Calculate compensation — Our solicitors will assess any financial losses and future needs to determine your claim’s value.
- Start your claim — Once we build your case, we’ll proceed to notify the defendant and start your claim.
When you approach Injury Lawyers 4u, we’ll offer you our no-win, no-fee guarantee. That means you won’t pay anything unless we secure compensation for you.
Make a CRPS compensation claim
Ready to make a CRPS claim? If you are suffering from CRPS due to an accident that wasn’t your fault, Injury Lawyers 4u is here to help. Contact us today for expert legal guidance and support in building a case that will secure the compensation you deserve.
Frequently asked questions
Can I claim CRPS compensation if my diagnosis came after an initial claim?
If your CRPS diagnosis can be linked to an earlier injury, even if it was delayed, you might still be able to claim compensation.
What happens if my CRPS worsens after settling a claim?
Once a claim is settled, it is usually final. This is why it’s important to ensure all future implications are considered before accepting a settlement.
How long do CRPS claims take?
CRPS claims can take anywhere from several months to a few years, depending on the complexity of the case and the severity of the condition.