You can make a jaw injury compensation claim for an accident that wasn't your fault
As well as being extremely painful, jaw injuries can stop you from being able to carry on with your day-to-day life, especially if you've got a fractured or broken jaw. But even if you have suffered a minor injury, you may need to adapt the way you move your jaw, potentially causing difficulty with drinking, eating and speaking.
After suffering from an injury that wasn't your fault, you might be feeling frustrated and unsure of what to do next. It may be that you are the victim of an assault or you were in a road traffic accident that led to your jaw injury.
Making a no win no fee jaw injury compensation claim might not be the first thing on your mind after an accident, but it can help you get the apology, compensation and closure you need to move on. We understand that you've been through a lot and want to help. We'll give you free, impartial advice about making a claim, whether you're making a dental negligence claim, or you want compensation for the assault that led to your broken jaw.
Contact us on or if you prefer, just fill in our secure online form and we'll call you back. We'll be able to let you know whether we think you may be eligible to make a broken jaw or jaw injury claim and can answer any questions you might have.
What are the different types of jaw injuries?
What are the different types of jaw injuries?
The most common type of jaw injury is a fractured or broken jaw. These can take months to heal and can also cause problems such as your jaw not aligning properly, your teeth not fitting together properly, or not being able to open your mouth all the way.
Another common accident injury is jaw dislocation. If you've suffered a dislocated jaw once, you have a higher chance of suffering another dislocation in the future. It can be acutely painful and involve damage to the surrounding soft tissues that can take time to heal.
In addition to these jaw injuries, there are other types that might apply to what happened to you:
- Damage to the ligaments and tendons
- Damage to the upper or lower jaw bones
- Nerve damage.
If you've suffered any of the above because of an accident that wasn't your fault, it's likely you can make a jaw injury compensation claim. Get in touch with our team and we'll be able to tell you if we think you can pursue compensation for your injury.
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View profileMeet the teamThe different causes of jaw injuries
Jaw injuries can be caused by many different accident types. The specific details of what happened will be unique to you, and it's likely that you need time to recover from what you've been through.
There are some common causes of jaw injuries:.
- You may have hit your head in the sudden jolt of a road traffic accident, or fallen in a slip or trip in a public place.
- It may be that you hurt yourself at work or you're the victim of an unprovoked assault.
We understand that some cases can be complex. For instance, rather than a fall or a trip being the cause of your injury, it may be that you've suffered damage due to dental negligence.
This is a type of medical negligence that can lead to painful jaw or mouth injuries.
Most dentists work to a very high standard, but sometimes negligence does happen. For example, dental implants can lead to nerve damage, and negligent treatment can cause damage to your teeth or gums. If this has happened to you, you might be able to claim compensation from the dentist responsible for breaking your jaw.
Can I make a jaw injury claim after an unprovoked assault or a hit and run?
Can I make a jaw injury claim after an unprovoked assault or a hit and run?
Yes, you can. For example, if you were the victim of an unprovoked and traumatic assault, you may still be having flashbacks and feeling emotionally affected by what you've been through. In this case, seeking compensation for GBH or assault that caused your broken jaw can be the first step towards getting your life back.
There's a special no win no fee process for victims of violent crime.
If you're eligible, your solicitor will handle your claim through a government department called the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority - called CICA for short - and will guide you through what happens.
Similarly, if you've suffered a jaw injury in a hit and run road traffic accident where the driver was untraceable or uninsured, there's a special no win no fee process to help you secure compensation.
In these circumstances, your solicitor will handle your claim through the Motor Insurers' Bureau.
This is a special organisation set up by UK motor insurance firms to help people injured on the road in complicated and often traumatic circumstances.
What treatment is given for a broken or injured jaw?
While mild fractures and injuries can heal on their own, moderate or severe breaks often require surgery. Sometimes, plates or screws are used to keep the jaw in place, which will usually remain in place permanently.
It's often necessary to take some time off work following the procedure. Recovery can take up to six weeks, depending on the severity of the injury and any complications. However, some people experience prolonged numbness and tingling due to nerve damage that might take a few months to disappear. In a small number of cases, the numbness persists.
If you've been through surgery for a broken jaw and are left with plates or screws, you might be able to claim compensation.
How can jaw injury compensation help me?
How can jaw injury compensation help me?
Unfortunately, it can take a long time to recover from a jaw injury, especially if you've broken it. You may be feeling lonely or stuck at home, particularly if you're not well enough to go to work.
In some cases, jaw injuries can even have life-changing consequences. For example, you may have been left with facial numbness, permanent nerve damage, scarring or disfigurement. We know just how upsetting this can be. If the accident that caused your injury was traumatic, you might find that you are suffering mentally too.
Claiming compensation for a broken jaw can help you get your life back on track and help support your mental and physical wellbeing. Fractured jaw compensation can help cover the costs relating to loss of income, medical treatment, and any related expenses.
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Read more customer storiesHow much compensation could I get for a broken jaw?
We can't tell you exactly how much compensation you could get if you win your broken jaw injury claim. This is because it depends on the circumstances, which are invariably unique to your experience.
We look at different factors to establish how much compensation you might get if your case is successful. This covers:
- How severe your injuries are
- Any financial losses you've had as a result of your injury, including lost earnings
- How the incident has impacted on your life
- Costs that you've had to cover that relate to your injury, such as medical bills
- If the incident has had an impact on your mental health
The official compensation guidelines are set by The Judicial College, part of the The Ministry of Justice. They provide the range of compensation figures for all types of accident injuries.
For an estimate of how much compensation you could receive, our online broken jawcompensation calculator will give you an idea. It's a free service. Just answer a few short questions and it'll give you an idea of the level of compensation you may be entitled to.
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How can I make a jaw injury claim
We understand why you want to make a jaw injury compensation claim. To start the process, we'll ask you to explain at your own pace and in your own way who you think was responsible and why it was their fault. For instance, it means you need to show that you were assaulted by someone else, you were involved in an accident that you weren't responsible for or that your dentist acted negligently.
If you're wondering how to go about proving this, get in touch with us or call and we'll listen to your experience with understanding. We'll find out what happened and let you know if you could make a successful claim.
When you call us, there's never any pressure. Our friendly, personal injury advisors will listen carefully to what you've been through and answer the questions you have. If we think you may be eligible to start a broken jaw settlement process, we'll let you know but, rest assured, the decision is entirely up to you.
Whatever the cause of your injured or broken jaw, you'll need time to get back on track and it's likely that you will want to seek support. If your injury happened within the past three years and was someone else's fault, we may be able to help you claim the broken jaw compensation you deserve.
Is there a time limit for claiming for broken or fractured jaw compensation?
Is there a time limit for claiming for broken or fractured jaw compensation?
There is a time limit in place, so it's worth speaking to us as soon as you can if you want to make a claim. These claims usually need to be made within three years of when the accident occurred. We recommend starting the jaw injury claims process as quickly as possible after the incident as the details of your accident will be fresh in your mind.
There are certain situations where the three-year time limit may differ. If you were under 18 when your accident happened, you can make a claim any time from your 18th birthday to your 21st birthday as a legal adult.
Another situation where this applies is if you also suffered severe head or brain injuries that meant you lacked the psychological capacity to claim. Here, you may also have longer to seek compensation and a loved one may be able to make the claim for you as a ‘litigation friend'.
To make sure that you're absolutely clear on the time limits, we'll advise you about how long you have left to pursue a broken jaw settlement. If you have any questions or you're nearing the three-year cut-off, get in touch with our team.
Why choose National Accident Helpline to help claim broken jaw compensation?
We're the UK's most trusted personal injury advice specialists and you can rely on our expertise to help you get the compensation you deserve.
- We've got 30 years of experience handling all types of personal injury claims.
- We're fully authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
(SRA).
We have a UK-wide network of specialist personal accident injury solicitors who can help get you broken jaw compensation.
Frequently asked questions...
Yes, you can. If they're under 18, you'll need to make the claim on their behalf. This is called being a litigation friend as is usually done by a parent, guardian or other responsible adult. You can also act as a litigation friend if your loved one has been so seriously injured that they are unable to make the claim themselves.
No. National Accident Helpline is a brand that belongs to the personal injury legal practice National Accident Law. We're regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the independent professional ethics body that licenses all solicitors in England and Wales. Our SRA number is 655606.
Claims management companies (CMCs) are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). CMCs do not have their own legal practices.
We process personal injury claims as part of National Accident Law. We also work with a national network of specialist personal injury legal firms who we vet very carefully to provide you with the best possible customer experience.
With us, you're in safe and highly-capable hands.
There are no upfront costs or unexpected fees when you start your claim with us. Our advice is free and your solicitor will work on a no win no fee basis, meaning that you won't pay a penny for your claim unless it is successful.
If your claim is successfully settled, you'll pay some legal costs to your solicitor from your compensation. These will be agreed between you and your solicitor before you start your claim, so there will be no surprises.
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