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Personal Injury Claims Calculator Scotland
Our personal injury claims Scotland calculator can help you understand what compensation might look like if you are thinking about making a claim after an accident. It provides a clear starting point based on the guidelines used by Scottish solicitors, insurers, and courts. The outcome is only a guideline, as each case is unique.
Your final award may change if your injury has an impact on your work, lost earnings, or daily life, which is part of the overall claims process. It can also change if you have multiple injuries, as the overall impact is important. For a clearer understanding of your potential compensation, contact us today. Our panel of No Win No Fee Solicitors Scotland can assess your situation and help you start your claim with confidence.
Head & Neck Injuries
Brain Damage Compensation Amounts
Brain damage injuries fall into categories ranging from mild to moderate, moderately severe, and severe. The level of compensation depends on several factors, including the extent of cognitive and physical impairment and the long-term impact on daily functioning.
- Less severe brain damage:
- from £13,070 to £36,740
- Moderate brain damage:
- from £36,740 to £186,890
- Moderately severe brain damage:
- from £186,890 to £240,590
- Very severe brain damage:
- from £240,590 to £344,640
Eye Injuries & Loss of Sight
Eye injuries range from minor, short-term conditions that cause mild discomfort and temporary vision changes to severe damage that can result in permanent loss of sight.
- Minor (temporary) eye Injuries:
- from £1,880 to £7,460
- Minor (permanent) eye injuries:
- from £7,780 to £17,900
- Serious but incomplete loss of vision:
- from £20,210 to £33,600
- Complete loss of sight in one eye:
- from £42,030 to £46,780
- Total loss of one eye:
- from £46,780 to £56,080
- Loss of sight in one eye with reduced vision in the remaining eye:
- from £54,550 to £153,390
- Total blindness:
- in the region of £229,260
Neck Injuries
Neck injuries eligible for compensation range from minor soft tissue strains to moderate fractures and dislocations, and up to severe cervical spine injuries that can cause paralysis.
- Minor neck injuries:
- from £2,090 to £6,730
- Moderate neck injuries:
- from £6,730 to £32,840
- Severe neck injuries:
- from £38,800 to £126,550
Hearing Loss & Tinnitus
Compensation for hearing loss depends on the severity of the hearing impairment and the extent of any tinnitus.
- Partial hearing loss and tinnitus:
- from a maximum of £5,980 (slight NIHL/tinnitus) up to £38,850 (severe tinnitus and NIHL)
- Total loss of hearing in one ear:
- from £26,710 to £38,850
- Total deafness:
- from £77,430 to £93,540
Minor Head or Brain Injury
Minor head or brain injuries typically result in limited effects. Your compensation will depend on severity, recovery speed, and ongoing symptoms like headaches.
- Compensation Range:
- You may receive between £1,880 to £10,890
Facial Injuries and Fractures
Compensation depends on severity, treatment, and recovery. Awards may also include amounts for disfigurement and psychological impact.
- Facial fractures:
- (including Le Fort, nose, cheekbones, jaws, teeth): from £930 to £38,850
- Facial disfigurement:
- (from trivial to very severe scarring): from £1,460 to £83,050
Upper Body Injuries
Chest and/or Internal Organ Injury
Chest trauma can damage internal organs, soft tissues, and bones. Compensation depends on impact on life expectancy, ability to work, and lasting symptoms.
- Minor chest injuries:
- from £1,880 to £10,750 (£5,000 to £11,820)
- Moderate chest injuries:
- £10,750 to £46,780 (£11,820 to £51,460)
- Serious chest injuries:
- from £56,100 to 128,060 (£61,710 to £140,870)
Back Injury
From minor soft tissue damage healing without surgery, to severe injuries affecting the spinal cord requiring surgical intervention and causing long-term disability.
- Minor back injury:
- up to £10,670 (£11,730)
- Moderate back injury:
- from £10,670 to £33,080 (£11,730 to £36,390)
- Severe back injury:
- from £33,080 to £137,330 (£36,390 to £151,070)
Hand Injury
Compensation reflects the hands' crucial role in function and appearance, considering if the dominant hand is affected.
- Minor hand, finger and thumb injuries:
- up to £4,055 (£4,461)
- Very serious injury to thumb:
- from £16,720 to £29,860 (£18,390 to £32,850)
- Serious hand injuries (inc. severe finger fractures):
- from £24,740 to £52,810 (£27,220 to £58,100)
- Amputation of index, middle and/or ring fingers:
- £52,810 to £77,430 (£58,100 to £85,170)
- Total or effective loss of one hand:
- £82,040 to £93,540 (£90,250 to £102,890)
- Total loss of both hands (or use of):
- from £120,040 to £171,920 (£132,040 to £189,110)
Wrist Injury
Wrist injury compensation amounts vary based on factors like fracture severity, recovery time, and permanent disability.
- Very minor fractures/soft tissue injuries:
- from £3,010 to £4,050 (£3,310 to £4,450)
- Uncomplicated Colles' fracture:
- In the region of £6,340 (£6,970)
- Less severe injuries with some permanent disability/pain:
- £10,750 to £20,900 (£11,820 to £22,990)
- Injuries resulting in complete loss of wrist function:
- £40,630 to £51,070 (£44,690 to £56,180)
Arm Injury
Ranging from minor injuries that fully heal to severe cases resulting in permanent loss of function or amputation.
- Moderate/minor elbow injuries (no permanent damage):
- up to £10,750 (£11,820)
- Simple fractures of the forearm:
- from £5,630 to £16,380 (£6,190 to £18,020)
- Arm injuries resulting in permanent/substantial disablement:
- from £33,430 to £51,070 (£36,770 to £56,180)
- Severe arm injuries:
- from £82,040 to £111,690 (£90,250 to £122,860)
- Amputation (one arm or part of one):
- from £82,040 to not less than £117,010 (£90,250 to >£128,710)
- Loss of both arms:
- £205,420 to £255,930
Shoulder Injury
From minor injuries recovering fully quickly to severe cases causing significant disability. Compensation depends on pain, suffering, and lasting symptoms.
- Minor shoulder injury:
- from £2,090 to £6,730 (£2,300 to £7,410)
- Moderate shoulder injury:
- from £6,730 to £10,890 (£7,410 to £11,980)
- Serious shoulder injury:
- from £10,890 to £16,380 (£11,980 to £18,020)
- Severe shoulder injury:
- from £16,380 to £40,970 (£18,020 to £45,070)
Lower Body Injuries
Hip and/or Pelvis Injury
Hip and pelvis injuries can have a profound impact, ranging from minor soft tissue injuries to extensive fractures leading to significant, permanent disability.
- Lesser hip/pelvis injuries (minimal lasting disability):
- up to £10,750 (£11,820)
- Moderate hip/pelvis injuries (some permanent disability/surgery):
- from £10,750 to £33,430 (£11,820 to £36,770)
- Severe hip/pelvis injuries (extensive fractures/disability):
- from £33,430 to £111,690 (£36,770 to £122,860)
Reproductive Organ Injuries
Compensation depends on factors such as age, psychological impact, effect on family life, fertility, and severity of injury.
- For men:
- from around £5,630 (£6,190) for minor injuries up to £131,290 (£144,420) for total loss of sexual organs.
- For women:
- from £2,890 (£3,180) where fertility is not affected up to £144,520 (£158,970) for the most severe injuries and loss of a foetus.
Other Internal Organ Injuries
Compensation depends on severity, necessity of organ removal, long-term impact, pain, and lasting effects on daily life.
- Injuries to bowels:
- from £10,750 to £157,150 (£11,820 to £172,860)
- Injuries to bladder:
- from £19,980 to £157,150 (£21,970 to £172,860)
- Injuries to kidney(s):
- from £26,260 to £179,530 (£28,880 to £197,480)
- Injuries to spleen:
- from £3,710 to £22,440 (£4,080 to £24,680)
- Hernia injuries:
- from £2,900 to £7,780 (£3,180 to £8,550)
Leg Injuries
Knee Injuries
Ranging from minor injuries with complete recovery to severe injuries involving joint damage, ongoing pain, or need for replacement.
- Minor knee injuries (near/complete recovery):
- up to £5,160 (£5,680)
- Moderate knee injuries (dislocations, torn cartilage, mild instability):
- up to £22,340 (£24,580)
- Severe knee injuries (permanent limitations, ongoing pain):
- from £22,340 to £90,290 (£24,580 to £90,290)
General Leg Injuries
From simple fractures and soft tissue damage to severe injuries approaching amputation, causing major functional loss or nerve damage.
- Less severe leg injuries (simple fractures, soft tissue):
- £2,090 to £23,680 (£2,300 to £26,050)
- Severe leg injuries (complex fractures, crush injuries):
- from £23,680 to £115,940 (£26,050 to £127,530)
Leg Amputation Injuries
Compensation depends on extent of loss (one or both legs), complications, costs of prosthetics, and psychological impact.
- Leg amputation injuries:
- from £83,590 to £240,590 (£91,959 to £264,650)
Feet Injuries
Toe Injuries
Compensation varies by severity, from moderate fractures healing quickly to serious crush injuries or amputation.
- Moderate toe injuries (simple fractures, heal quickly):
- up to £8,190 (£9,010)
- Serious toe injuries:
- from £8,190 to £11,730 (£9,010 to £12,900)
- Severe toe injuries:
- from £11,730 to £17,970 (£12,900 to £29,770)
- Amputation of toe or toes:
- from around £26,710 to £47,830 (£29,380 to £52,620)
Foot Injuries
Depends on severity, recovery time, and long-term effects such as deformity, disability, or total loss.
- Modest foot injuries (simple fractures, ligaments):
- from £5,980 to £11,730 (£6,580 to £12,900)
- Moderate foot injuries (displaced fractures, deformity):
- from £11,730 to £21,320 (£12,900 to £23,460)
- Serious foot injuries (continuing pain, risk of arthritis):
- £21,320 to £33,450 (£23,460 to £36,790)
- Severe foot injuries (major mobility limitations, lasting pain):
- from £35,810 to £59,730 (£39,390 to £65,710)
- Very severe (permanent severe pain/disability, partial loss):
- from £71,640 to £93,540 (£78,800 to £102,890)
- Amputation of one foot:
- from £71,640 to £93,540 (£78,800 to £102,890)
- Amputation of both feet:
- from £144,520 to £171,920 (£158,970 to £189,110)
Ankle Injuries
From minor soft tissue injuries to severe fractures causing deformity or risk of amputation.
- Modest ankle injuries (minor/undisplaced fractures):
- up to £11,730 (£12,900)
- Moderate ankle injuries (minor impairment):
- from £11,730 to £22,680 (£12,900 to £24,950)
- Severe ankle injuries (extensive treatment, residual disability):
- from £26,710 to £42,710 (£29,380 to £46,980)
- Very severe ankle injuries:
- from £42,710 to £59,480 (£46,980 to £65,420)
- Achilles tendon injuries:
- from £6,200 (£6,820) (minor) up to £32,780 (£36,060) (most serious)
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How Much Compensation Can You Receive For A Personal Injury Claim In Scotland?
Head & Brain Injuries Compensation
Head, brain, and upper spine injuries can affect memory, mood, and daily tasks, so compensation for these injuries often depends on how serious the injury sustained is. Any figures you see are a personal injury compensation estimate, not a fixed promise, because your symptoms, recovery time, and financial losses can all change the value of your claim. Claims may also cover related harm around the head area, so it is a good idea to look at the full impact of injuries, including physical and psychological effects.
Below are typical guideline ranges that solicitors and insurers use when valuing pain and suffering. Your final amount could be adjusted based on medical evidence and the extent to which the injury impacts your work and daily life.
- Minor head injury can range from £1,675 to £9,700.
- Whiplash with recovery from weeks to a year can be up to £3,000.
- Whiplash with recovery around two years can range from £3,300 to £6,000.
- Whiplash with risk of further complications can range from £6,000 to £10,450.
- Neck pain with long-term movement limits can range from £10,450 to £19,000.
- Severe PTSD can be up to £88,000.
- Severe brain damage can range from £214,350 to £307,000.
- Minor eye injuries can range from £1,675 to £3,000.
- Total loss of hearing in one ear can range from £20,500 to £30,000.
- Hearing loss with tinnitus can be up to £34,600.
- Total blindness can be about £204,250.
- Loss of sight in one eye with reduced sight in the other can range from £73,000 to £136,700.
- Very severe facial scarring can range from £36,800 to £74,000.
- Significant scarring can range from £6,000 to £13,650.
- Less severe scarring can range from £13,650 to £36,800.
- Mild scarring can range from £2,300 to £6,000.
- Slight scarring can range from £1,125 to £2,300.
- Serious loss or damage to several front teeth can be up to £8,000.
- Loss or serious damage to back teeth can be up to £1,300 per tooth.
- Ongoing but treatable psychological damage can range from £1,170 to £4,450.
- Minor psychological damage and anxiety can range from £1,170 to £4,450.
Body, Back Or Chest Injury Compensation
Injuries to the body, back, or chest can limit your movement, affect your sleep, and make everyday tasks harder. Upper body injuries can also put strain on other areas, because you may change how you walk, lift, or sit to cope with pain. Compensation is usually linked to the severity of the symptoms and how long the effects last.
The figures below are guideline ranges, and they are best read as a helpful starting point. A personal injury calculator can give a rough idea, but the final value depends on medical evidence and the impact on your work and home life. More complex cases may also include compensation to cover long-term care needs, psychological effects, and further treatment.
- Minor chest injury, such as rib or soft tissue damage, can be up to £2,600.
- Rib fracture, where a full recovery is expected, can be up to £3,000.
- Moderate back injury affecting muscles or ligaments can range from £9,500 to £21,100.
- Damage to lungs and chest can be about £20,500 to £36,000.
- Serious back or spinal injury with persistent pain and impact on mobility can range from £29,475 to £53,000.
- Paraplegia can range from £166,500 to £216,000.
- Quadriplegia can range from £246,750 to £307,000.
- Serious back or spinal injury with bladder or bowel issues and future surgery needs can range from £56,375 to £67,200.
If your symptoms affect your earnings, travel costs, or ability to care for yourself, these damages may also be included in your claim.
Arm, Shoulder, Elbow Injury Compensation
Arm, shoulder, and elbow injuries can make simple tasks like driving, lifting, or typing painful and slow. In Scotland, the value of a claim often depends on how much function you lose, the treatment you need, and your recovery time. A personal injury calculator Scotland can offer an estimate if you have suffered these types of injuries, but your final compensation will reflect your medical evidence and the effect of those injuries on your work and daily life.
Below are typical guideline ranges used when estimating compensation settlements. However, your final compensation depends on the severity of the injury and whether you are likely to recover fully. If another party caused the accident, you may be entitled to compensation.
- Break or fracture of the clavicle can be about £3,900 to £9,300.
- Shoulder soft tissue injury with recovery in under two years can be up to £6,000.
- Shoulder damage to the brachial plexus can range from £14,600 to £36,500.
- An elbow minor injury, such as a simple fracture with no long-term effect, can be up to £7,800.
- Elbow moderate injury with impaired function can range from £7,800 to £10,300.
- A severe elbow injury with loss of function can be up to £45,500.
- Arm fractures can range from £5,000 to £14,600.
- Amputation above the elbow can get compensation up to £83,325.
- Loss of a single arm can be up to £90,000.
- Loss of both arms can be up to £228,000.
Hand Or Fingers Injury Compensation
Hand, finger, and wrist injuries can make daily life harder, from getting dressed to cooking and using a phone. In Scotland, compensation often reflects how much function you lose, how long symptoms last, and whether you can return to work. If you are using a road traffic accident injury compensation calculator Scotland, remember it gives a guide only, and the final value will depend on the evidence.
The figures below show common guideline ranges for pain and suffering. Your claim may also include related financial losses such as travel expenses and medical costs, if they are linked to the accident. Where there is lasting weakness, stiffness, or deformity, the compensation is usually higher.
- Minor hand injury with no long-term issues can range from £700 to £3,300.
- Minor thumb injuries can be up to £3,000.
- A finger fracture injury can get up to £3,600.
- An uncomplicated wrist fracture injury can get compensation up to £3,600.
- A wrist fracture where you make a full recovery can be up to £7,800.
- Fracture or amputation of all or part of a finger can get compensation up to £19,000.
- Loss of fingers causing deformity and reduced grip can be up to £27,000.
- Loss of a thumb can range from £27,000 to £41,675.
- Serious hand injury with permanent disability can be about £22,050 to £47,050.
- Severe wrist injury with permanent disability can be up to £45,500.
Hip Or Pelvic Injury Compensation
Hip and pelvic injuries can cause ongoing pain and make walking, sitting, and sleeping difficult for an injured person. In Scotland, these injuries can also lead to lower back problems, because the body changes its movement patterns to protect the sore area. If you use a car accident personal injury compensation calculator, treat the result as a guide and not a final figure you will definitely get.
Compensation often depends on how long the symptoms last and whether you recover fully. More serious fractures may leave lasting weakness or disability, which usually increases the award. Your claim may also include related financial losses such as travel and medical expenses, if they are reasonable and linked to the injury.
- Minor pelvic injury with full recovery can be up to £3,000.
- Minor hip injury with good recovery can be up to £5,800.
- Pelvic injury with minor to no lasting effects can range from £3,000 to £9,575.
- Less serious pelvic injuries can range from £9,575 to £29,800.
- Severe hip injury with minor or no disability can range from £3,000 to £29,800.
- Extensive pelvic fracturing can range from £29,800 to £99,500.
- Severe hip injury with lasting effects and permanent disability can range from £29,000 to £99,500.
Leg, Knee & Ankle Injury Compensation
Injuries to the leg, knee, or ankle can make it hard to walk, work, and socialise, which can have an impact on almost every part of your life. The final value of your claim will depend on your medical evidence and how it affects your quality of life. A car accident claims calculator can give you an estimate.
These injuries can also lead to stress, sleep problems, and low mood, especially when pain lasts or recovery is slow. If this happens, a related psychological injury may be considered as part of the wider claim. The compensation award within each bracket can also depend on whether long-term pain remains and how well you regain movement.
Typical guideline ranges include the following.
- Ankle strains or sprains with a good chance of recovery can be up to £4,000.
- Knee lacerations, twist injuries, or soft tissue damage with good recovery prospects can be up to £4,600.
- A simple leg fracture with good recovery can be up to £10,000.
- Ongoing knee pain and discomfort can get compensation up to £10,000.
- Ankle fractures or ligament damage with moderate disability can be up to £10,400.
- Severe leg fracture with incomplete recovery can be up to £21,000.
Other factors that can affect value include whether a prosthetic limb can be fitted, where an amputation occurs, and how much permanent or recurring pain remains.
Foot Or Toe Injury Compensation
Foot and toe injuries often happen after a slip or trip, and they can make walking, standing, and travelling to work painful. In Scotland, compensation usually reflects how much your mobility is affected and whether your earnings are affected. If you are making a personal injury claim in Scotland, you need help from a specialist solicitor.
The value of your claim will vary based on whether one or both feet are injured and the duration of the symptoms. Ongoing pain, long-term stiffness, and limits on footwear can also push the valuation higher. Claims may also take into account how the injury affects your social life and independence in daily life.
Typical guideline ranges include the following.
- Moderate foot injury with almost full to full recovery can be about £5,300.
- A toe fracture with full recovery can be up to £7,300.
- Less severe toe injuries can range from £7,300 to £10,450.
- Foot fractures, ligament rupture, or soft tissue injury with permanent difficulties can be up to £10,000.
- Amputation of the large toe can get compensation up to £23,800.
Other factors that can affect the final amount include whether prosthetics can be used, the level of lasting disability, and the extent of any recurring pain.
| Body Part | Mild | Moderate | Severe |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEAD INJURIES | £2500 | £1800 | £18000+ |
| NECK INJURIES | £4000 | £14000 | £30,000 + |
| SHOULDER INJURIES | SHOULDER INJURIES | £4000 | £8000 |
| ARM INJURIES | £2500 | £6800 | £12,000 + |
| HIP INJURIES | £5000 | £13,000 | £12,000 + |
| KNEE INJURIES | £6000 | £11,000 | £150,000 |
| ANKLE INJURIES | £5000 | £13,000 | £30,000 + |
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How Do You Calculate Pain And Suffering In Scotland?
Estimating pain and suffering in a personal injury claim in Scotland is like gauging the level of discomfort or anguish one has endured – it’s quite challenging because these experiences are personal and subjective. Nonetheless, there are methods to approximate this aspect of your claim:
- Use of Guidelines: Personal injury solicitors often refer to guidelines, such as those provided by the Judicial Studies Board, which suggest compensation ranges for various types of injuries. These guidelines are based on past court cases and give an idea of what courts have awarded for similar injuries in the past.
- Severity and Impact: The amount depends mainly on your injury’s severity and how much it has affected your life. For example, an injury causing long-term pain or emotional distress will likely be valued higher than a minor injury that heals quickly.
- Daily Rate Method (Diary of Suffering): Sometimes, a daily rate or ‘per diem’ approach is used. This involves assigning a daily amount to your pain and suffering, starting from the day of the injury until you’re expected to fully recover. Keeping a diary of your daily struggles and pain levels can be helpful in this method.
- Professional Assessment: Consulting a legal expert is crucial. They can provide a more accurate estimate based on their experience and knowledge of similar cases. They will consider factors like the duration of your pain, any permanent disability, and the impact on your daily activities.
- Multiplying Special Damages: Another standard method involves multiplying your special damages (like medical bills and lost earnings) by a certain number (usually between 1 and 5) based on the severity of your pain and suffering.
Remember, these are just methods to estimate pain and suffering compensation, and the actual amount can vary. The nature of personal injury claims is highly individual, and factors like medical evidence, impact on lifestyle, and psychological effects play a significant role in determining the compensation for pain and suffering.
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How Do You Calculate Loss Of Earnings For Personal Injury In Scotland?
Calculating loss of earnings due to a personal injury in Scotland is a bit like figuring out what you’ve missed out on financially because you couldn’t work. It’s pretty straightforward but needs a bit of number crunching. Here’s how it’s typically done:
- Gather Your Pay Slips: Collect your recent pay slips or wage statements. They are like the main ingredients in your calculation recipe. They show how much you usually earn.
- Calculate Your Missed Earnings: To calculate your missed earnings, multiply your regular daily or weekly pay by the number of workdays or weeks you missed due to your injury. This gives you a straightforward figure of your immediate financial loss. It’s about tallying up what you would’ve earned if you hadn’t been injured.
- Consider Overtime and Bonuses: Include these in your calculation if you usually work overtime or receive regular bonuses. It’s all about what you would have earned if you hadn’t been injured.
- Factor in Sick Pay: If you received sick pay while off work, this amount should be deducted from your total lost earnings. Essentially, you’re aiming to find out the net loss – what you lost minus what you still received. It’s like balancing your lost income with any compensation you get while recovering.
- Think About Future damages: Consider how your injury might impact your earnings down the line for future damages. This could involve estimating how long you’ll be unable to work or if your earning capacity will be affected in the long term. It’s a bit like forecasting, considering potential promotions, pay raises, and changes in your career trajectory that the injury might affect.
- Self-Employed? Keep Records: If you are self-employed, you will need to show what you would have earned during your time off. This might involve providing business accounts, invoices, and other records showing your usual income.
- Seek Professional Advice for Complex Cases: If your situation is complex or you are unsure about the numbers, getting advice from a legal expert or accountant can be really helpful. They can make sure your calculation is accurate and includes everything it should.
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FAQs
When should I use a ptsd compensation calculator?
Use a ptsd compensation calculator when a GP, therapist, or psychiatrist has linked your symptoms to an accident or distressing event. It can help you sense the likely range, but a solicitor will still need medical records and details of how the condition affects your daily life.
When should I use a criminal injury compensation calculator?
Use a criminal injury compensation calculator if you were injured by a violent crime in Scotland, such as an assault, and you are looking for an early estimate.
Can I use a pedestrian accident compensation calculator after a hit-and-run?
Yes, you can use a pedestrian accident compensation calculator after a hit-and-run to get a rough estimate.
What proof helps a slip and fall compensation calculator give a clearer estimate?
Photos of the danger and the area, taken as soon as you can, often make the estimate more realistic. In Scotland, it also helps to have an accident report, witness details, and medical notes that link the fall to your symptoms.
When should I use a brain injury compensation calculator instead of a general one?
Use a brain injury compensation calculator if you have symptoms that suggest head or brain damage, such as memory problems, confusion, dizziness, or ongoing headaches. A general calculator may overlook the long-term impact, so a brain injury-specific calculator can provide a more accurate estimate, supported by your medical evidence.
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