By Danielle Graves. Last updated 12th October 2023. Welcome to our train accident claims guide. On the whole, riding the train is one of the safest ways to travel. However, accidents may still occur whether on the train, the platform or in the station. Falls and being hit by objects are the most common forms of injury whilst travelling by train.
A number of injuries are also recorded by rail workers on the tracks. If you are harmed following an accident on a train and suffer a serious injury this has the potential to completely change the way you live your life. Depending on the impact your injury has on you, you may be entitled to claim compensation if the accident was not your fault.
If you have been involved in an accident on a train and would like to discuss potential damages then speak to Legal Helpline today on 0333 000 0729. Somebody from our team will be happy to answer your questions.
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- Train Accident Compensation Amounts
- What Is A Train Accident And When Could I Claim?
- Examples Of Accidents That Could Happen On A Train
- What Evidence Do I Need To Make A Claim?
- No Win No Fee Train Accident Claims
- Helpful Links
Train Accident Compensation Amounts
If you have suffered an injury as a result of a train accident then you may be wondering how much compensation you would get for a toe injury or what the foot injury compensation amounts may be. To get a rough idea you could for example use a soft tissue injury compensation calculator but there is no real substitute for speaking to an expert who can look at the specific details of your injury and advise you accordingly. Compensation amounts are based on previous claims but none of these previous claims will be exactly the same as yours so we can only make an estimate initially.
| Injury | Information | Compensation Bracket |
|---|---|---|
| Severe Back Injury (ii) | Injuries found in this bracket have special features such as loss of sensation caused by nerve root damage, mobility impairments and impairments to the functioning of bowel and bladder, along with sexual difficulties and unsightly scarring. | £74,160 to £88,430 |
| Severe Leg Injuries - Very Serious (ii) | In this bracket, multiple fractures have taken years to heal, required extensive treatment and injuries have caused permanent mobility problems. | £54,830 to £87,890 |
| Arm Injury Causing Substantial and Permanent Disablement | The claimant has suffered serious fractures to one or both of their forearms resulting in significant permanent residual disability. | £39,170 to £59,860 |
| Severe Knee Injury (iii) | The claimant may have continuing symptoms, such as pain, discomfort and movement limitations or instability and deformity with the risk that degenerative changes and remedial surgery may occur. | £26,190 to £43,460 |
| Less Severe Elbow Injury | Injuries found in this bracket cause function impairments but do not result in major surgery or a significant disability. | £15,650 to £32,010 |
| Moderate Ankle Injury | Injuries in this bracket include fractures and ligamentous tears which cause less serious disabilities, such as difficulty standing for a long period of time. | £13,740 to £26,590 |
| Moderate Neck Injury (ii) | The claimant has serious movement limitations, permanent pain, stiffness or discomfort and may need further surgery from neck injuries. | £13,740 to £24,990 |
| Minor Head Injury | In this bracket, the claimant experienced either minimal or no brain damage. The award considers initial severity, recovery time, continuing symptoms and whether headaches are present. | £2,210 to £12,770 |
| Serious Tooth Damage (i) | The claimant has suffered serious damage to several front teeth, or lost them completely. | £8,730 to £11,410 |
| Nose Or Nasal Complex Fracture (ii) | The claimant requires surgery to make a complete recovery following a displaced fracture. | £3,950 to £5,100 |
If the injury you have suffered is not covered in this table then don’t worry, this doesn’t mean you won’t be able to claim. Speak to one of our experts and they will be able to talk you through what your personal estimate would be.
What Is A Train Accident?
There are various accidents that could result in suffering an injury on a train. While you are in a public space, including on a train, you are owed a duty of care under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957. This means that the controller of the space must ensure the reasonable safety of those onboard.
However, in order to seek train accident compensation, you must satisfy the eligibility criteria. This means that to make a personal injury claim for being injured on a train, you need to prove that:
- You were owed a duty of care.
- There was a breach in this duty.
- This breach caused your injury.
If you would like to find out if you are eligible to make a train accident claim, speak with one of the advisors from our team.
Examples Of Accidents That Could Happen On A Train
There are various ways you could be injured on a train. Here are a few examples of how you could suffer an injury on a train:
- A slip, trip and fall accident resulting in a broken bone or a head injury. For example, if an object is left in a walkway, you could suffer an arm injury while tripping.
- Falling while embarking or disembarking from the train. For example, if there are no markings or signage between the train and the platform, you could fall and suffer an ankle injury.
- Faulty or poorly maintained handrails on the train could result in cuts and lacerations
Not all injuries suffered on a train will meet the eligibility criteria for a public liability claim. If you are seeking train accident compensation, you must be able to prove that your injuries were caused by a breach in the duty of care.
One of the advisors from our team can discuss your injuries and assess whether you are eligible to make a train accident claim.
What Evidence Do I Need To Make A Claim?
It is vital that you obtain sufficient evidence when making a personal injury claim for train accident compensation. This evidence needs to prove that you were injured on the train and should establish liability on the part of the train operator.
Here are a few examples of evidence that might be helpful when making a train accident claim:
- Contact information from anyone who witnessed the accident so they can give a statement to a professional later
- A copy of your medical records that show the nature of your injuries, along with the treatment you needed
- CCTV footage of the accident
- Photographs of the accident site, or of your injuries
One of the benefits of working with a solicitor on your claim is that they can help you collect this evidence. To find out if you could be eligible to work with a solicitor from our panel, contact our team of advisors today.
No Win No Fee Train Accident Claims
If you have been injured and wish to make a train accident claim then you are probably experiencing some trauma following the incident as well as pain and suffering from your injuries. Therefore you will wish to avoid any financial worries that can accompany compensation claims.
The good news is that Legal Helpline offers a no-win, no fee service. This means that we will help you every step of the way with your claim without asking for a penny upfront. Any legal fee will not be payable until you have successfully received a payout as a result of your train accident claim. If for any reason your claim is unsuccessful, you will not be required to pay anything.
So to learn more about No Win No Fee train accident claims, get in touch today.
Helpful links
Have you suffered from burns on the railways or trains? The NHS provides good advice on dealing with burn injuries.
The ORR (Office of Rail and Road) has plenty of advice for rail and train users to keep safe from harm.
The government page linked to below provides further safety advice for rail passengers.
If you have had to take the bus as a replacement train service due to trains being cancelled and have been hurt in a bus accident our useful guide below explains how to make a claim.
You can also check out some of our other public liability claims guides below:
- How to claim for an allergic reaction to milk or dairy
- Claim compensation for a gluten allergic reaction
- Dairy allergy claims
- Claim for an allergic reaction to fish
- Mustard allergic reaction claims
- Egg and poultry allergic reaction claims
- Lactose intolerant allergic reaction claims
- Claim compensation for an accident in a pub or bar
- Wheat allergic reaction claims
- Soybean and soya allergic reaction claims
- Shellfish and seafood allergic reaction claims
- Chinese restaurant allergic reaction claims
- Claim compensation for an allergic reaction at an Indian restaurant
- Pizzeria allergic reaction claims
- Get compensation if you had an allergic reaction at a Greek restaurant
- Claim compensation if you had an allergic reaction at a cafe
- Gastropub allergic reaction claims
- Italian restaurant allergic reaction claims
- Thai restaurant allergic reaction claims
- Caribbean food allergic reaction claims
- French food allergic reaction claims
- Mediterranean food allergic reaction claims
- Mexican food allergic reaction claims
- Vegan restaurant food allergic reaction claims
- Spanish restaurant allergic reaction claims
- Claim compensation for an allergic reaction after eating at a vegetarian restaurant
- How to claim if you suffer an allergic reaction to a kebab takeaway
- Claim compensation for an allergic reaction to nuts
- Waxing treatment allergic reaction claims
- Waxing treatment injury claims
- Eyelash extension allergic reaction claims
- Hair dye allergic reaction claims
- Beauty treatment injury claims
- Dermal filler claims
- Botox injury claims
- How to claim for an accident at a nursery school
- Hotel accident claims
- Public park accident claims
- Supermarket accident claims
- Claim compensation for an accident in a shop
- Gym injury claims
- How much compensation can you get for a slip, trip or fall injury?
- How do I claim for a restaurant accident?
- Can I claim if injured by a hairdresser?
- Claiming with a food allergy solicitor
- Compensation claims against the council
- I tripped on the pavement, can I make a claim?
- How much compensation can I claim per stitch?
- I suffered laser hair removal burns – can I make a claim?
- Manhole cover or drain claims
- Peanut allergy compensation claims
- What is the pavement trip hazard height in the UK?
- Trampoline accident compensation claims
- Accident on a pavement claims
- Hairdresser injury claims
- Prison injury compensation claims
- Broken chair accident compensation claims
- How To Claim Through The MIB
Thanks for reading our train accident claims guide.
