If you’re looking to claim compensation, you’ve come to the right place. Suffering from loss of hearing after an accident can have a debilitating effect on your life, but our panel of expert solicitors can assist with all types of personal injury claims. Before you find out how our panel of personal injury solicitors can help you, you might be interested to learn how your compensation could be awarded. Our hearing loss compensation calculator can show you what will be considered when you make a successful claim.
To claim, you must have suffered harm due to a breached duty of care. What this means is that a liable party had a legal responsibility to ensure your reasonable safety. This legal duty applies in various real-world situations. So if you suffer hearing loss in an accident at work, a road traffic accident, or an accident in a public place you might have good grounds to claim compensation.
Our advisors are available 24/7 to answer your questions about personal injury claims. As part of your free consultation, they can assess whether you have a valid claim and estimate how much compensation you could be eligible for. To speak to an advisor now:
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- Hearing Loss Compensation Calculator
- Compensation For The Psychological Impacts Of Hearing Loss
- How Can Compensation Help After Hearing Loss?
- Can Compensation Help Me With Rehabilitation After Loss Of Hearing?
- Accidents That May Result In Hearing Loss
- Claim For Loss Of Hearing Compensation With A No Win No Fee Solicitor
- Hearing Loss Compensation FAQs
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Hearing Loss Compensation Calculator
Per the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), you could be awarded £133,810 to £171,680 in hearing loss compensation for total deafness and loss of speech. You can find additional figures from the JCG, a legal document containing potential compensation figures, in the table below. Please note that the first figure was not taken from the JCG.
Alternatively, you can use our compensation calculator, which can consider other aspects of your claim. It uses the figures from the JCG. Please be aware that the table and compensation calculator are only intended to be used as a guide and do not represent the specifics of your personal injury claim for hearing loss.
| TYPE OF INJURY | SEVERITY | GUIDELINE COMPENSATION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Severe Injuries | Severe | Up to £500,000+ | As described with the addition of special damages (such as lost income). |
| Injuries Affecting The Senses (Deafness/Tinnitus) | Total Deafness and Loss of Speech | £133,810 to £171,680 | Deafness that occurred at an early age so speech could not develop properly. |
| Total Deafness | £110,750 to £133,810 | Compensation will depend on the presence of tinnitus or a speech deficit. | |
| Total Loss of Hearing in One Ear | £38,210 to £55,570 | Compensation will depend on the presence of tinnitus, dizziness, or headaches. | |
| Partial Hearing Loss and/or Tinnitus (i) | £36,260 to £55,570 | Severe tinnitus with hearing loss. | |
| Partial Hearing Loss and/or Tinnitus (ii) | £18,180 to £36,260 | Moderate tinnitus and hearing loss or either moderate to severe tinnitus or hearing loss alone. | |
| Partial Hearing Loss and/or Tinnitus (iii) | £15,370 to £18,180 | Mild tinnitus with some hearing loss. | |
| Partial Hearing Loss and/or Tinnitus (iv) | Around £14,300 | Either mild tinnitus or mild hearing loss. | |
| Partial Hearing Loss and/or Tinnitus (v) | £8,890 to £15,370 | Occasional tinnitus with slight hearing loss. | |
| Acceleration of, or Time-Limited Need for, the Use of Hearing Aids | £6,100 to £11,840 | Compensation will depend on how long hearing aids are needed. | |
| Partial Hearing Loss and/or Tinnitus (vi) | Up to £8,560 | Slight hearing loss without tinnitus or vice versa. |
Our advisors are always available to help if you have any questions about our hearing loss compensation calculator.
Compensation For The Psychological Impacts Of Hearing Loss
Per the JCG, you could be awarded between £66,920 to £141,240 for severe psychological injuries due to hearing loss. We’ve provided further JCG figures in the table below, or you can access our compensation calculator for an estimate of how much compensation you could claim for both the hearing loss and psychological impact. Please note that this table, as with the table above and our compensation calculator, is only intended as guidance. Also, the figure in the top row was not taken from the JCG and instead intended to show how you could be awarded for multiple injuries, plus any costs related to them.
| TYPE OF INJURY | SEVERITY | JCG COMPENSATION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Severe Injuries | Severe | Up to £500,000+ | Several injuries along with special damages like loss of earnings. |
| General Psychiatric Damage | Severe | £66,920 to £141,240 | Compensation will depend on prognosis and how the injury affects the patient's life. |
| Moderately Severe | £23,270 to £66,920 | As above but with a likely more positive prognosis. | |
| Moderate | £7,150 to £23,270 | Significant damage with a likely positive prognosis is expected for this level of compensation. | |
| Less Severe | £1,880 to £7,150 | Compensation will depend on how long the patient is affected and how long the disability lasts. | |
| Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder | Severe | £73,050 to £122,850 | Patient is unlikely to be able to work or function at a pre-trauma level. |
| Moderately Severe | £28,250 to £73,050 | As above but with a likely more positive prognosis. | |
| Moderate | £9,980 to £28,250 | Patient is expected to make an almost-full recovery with minor effects. | |
| Less Severe | £4,820 to £9,980 | Recovery is expected within one to two years. |
If you want to know more information about compensation for psychological trauma in personal injury claims, please pick a contact method to speak to an advisor.
How Can Compensation Help After Hearing Loss?
Compensation can help after hearing loss by providing financial support. As seen in the hearing loss compensation tables above, you can receive compensation for both physical and psychological injuries. This is called general damages compensation. It covers:
- Pain and suffering.
- Emotional distress.
- The effect an injury has had on your life.
As well as general damages, the vast majority of compensation claims include special damages. This type of compensation covers financial losses caused by the injuries. For example:
- Lost earnings from being unable to work.
- Medical treatment.
- Rehabilitation aids (read more about this below).
- Transportation costs if you are unable to drive.
- At-home care.
You will need bank statements and invoices to use as evidence specifically for special damages.
Questions about general or special damages or need help using our hearing loss compensation calculator? Call us, click the live chat, or fill in our contact form.
Can Compensation Help Me With Rehabilitation After Loss Of Hearing?
Yes, compensation can help you with rehabilitation after the loss of hearing. Some examples of things that may aid your recovery are:
- Medical equipment, like sensory or hearing aids.
- Adaptations to your home that will help you following hearing loss.
- Psychological and specialised therapy (such as speech therapy).
Get in touch for further information about what compensation could assist you with.
Accidents That May Result In Hearing Loss
Negligence occurs when you suffer harm following a breached duty of care. You can find some examples of negligence in various situations below.
Road Traffic Accidents
All road users, including pedestrians and cyclists, must abide by the Road Traffic Act 1988 and the Highway Code to comply with their duty of care. Road users must also use the road in a safe manner. This includes paying attention to road signs and driving at the speed limit. Some examples of negligence relating to road traffic accidents are:
- A road user doesn’t stop at a traffic light, leading to a minor car crash. Severe whiplash causes a passenger in one of the cars to develop slight tinnitus.
- A car going over the speed limit bumps into the back of a motorcycle, causing the motorcyclist to develop hearing loss and mild tinnitus as a result of a head injury.
Accidents At Work
Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, your employer must take reasonable steps towards your safety in the workplace. This includes tasks like carrying out risk assessments and providing you with the correct personal protective equipment (PPE). Some examples of negligence at work are:
- A risk assessment identified problems with a shelving unit. Your employer did not take steps to secure the area. An object fell on you, causing a head injury and hearing loss.
- An employee develops severe tinnitus after a machine that wasn’t risk assessed properly causes acoustic shock.
Public Liability Accidents
Per the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957, an occupier of a space must act reasonably to ensure the safety of all visitors to that space. This can be done via risk assessments and by maintaining equipment regularly. Some examples of occupier negligence are:
- You are walking when unsecured roof tiles fall on your head, leaving you with a minor head injury and moderate hearing loss that takes several months to recover from.
- You suffer from hearing damage, including tinnitus, after you attend a concert with a malfunctioning sound system that causes acoustic shock.
If your hearing loss was caused by an accident not mentioned here, we recommend that you contact us, you may still be able to claim.
Claim For Loss Of Hearing Compensation With A No Win No Fee Solicitor
Our panel of solicitors has decades of experience assisting clients in receiving compensation for hearing loss accidents. Plus, when claiming with our panel, you won’t have to worry about paying any fees upfront for the work your solicitor does on your hearing loss case.
All claims are taken on via a Conditional Fee Agreement, a type of No Win No Fee agreement that means you only pay a success fee to your solicitor when you receive compensation. Claiming on a No Win No Fee basis means:
- You don’t pay fees upfront or during your claim for your solicitor’s services.
- You don’t pay the success fee if you are not awarded compensation.
- If your hearing loss claim is successful, your solicitor will take the success fee from your compensation.
Not only is this percentage subject to a cap by law, but it will also be agreed upon prior to work commencing on your claim. This guarantees that you will retain the majority of your compensation.
This eases some of the financial stress you may already be feeling due to lost income or other hearing-related costs.
Contact Our Advisors
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Hearing Loss Compensation FAQs
If you’re in a hurry or want the answer to a specific question, you can browse our FAQ section here.
How Long Will It Take Until My Loss Of Hearing Claim Is Settled?
Your loss of hearing claim could take anywhere from months to years to settle. All personal injury claims vary. Claims will generally move faster if the defendant accepts liability, but investigations can slow the process down. Once your claim has been settled, your compensation should be paid out within a few weeks.
Will I Need To Go To Court If I Claim For Hearing Loss?
It is unlikely that you will need to go to court. However, your hearing loss claim may need to go to court if:
- The defendant refuses to accept liability.
- A compensation settlement cannot be agreed upon.
The solicitor overseeing your case will assist you with all court proceedings.
What Further Support Could I Get After Losing My Hearing?
You can get further support after losing your hearing from the charities linked below.
- The Royal Association for Deaf People – specialists in offering accessibility and inclusivity courses.
- The British Deaf Association – the BDA advocates for equal rights for those who use British Sign Language.
- Hearing Link Services – you can find hearing support services offering both emotional and practical help here.
- RNID (Royal Institute for Deaf People)- a national hearing loss charity that supports those with any kind of hearing loss and advocates for inclusivity and change.
Want to know more about anything covered in this FAQ? Please don’t hesitate to get in contact.
More Information
Discover some more of our compensation calculator guides below.
- Read our public liability claim FAQs.
- Discover our road traffic accident FAQs.
- Read our personal injury claim FAQs.
The following links will take you to some relevant external links.
- Find out if you can claim Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) via GOV.UK.
- Discover more about risk assessments through the Health and Safety Executive via HSE.GOV.UK.
- Read about hearing loss via NHS.UK.
If you have any more queries about our hearing loss compensation calculator, please reach out.
