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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can have a profound impact on a person’s life, affecting both their mental health and their ability to work, maintain relationships, and carry out daily activities. PTSD often develops after a traumatic event such as a serious accident, workplace incident, road accident or any other situation where the individual experiences significant psychological distress.

If you have been diagnosed with PTSD as a result of someone else’s negligence or misconduct, you may be eligible to make a compensation claim. PTSD compensation can help cover medical expenses and lost wages, while providing support during your recovery.

At Accident Solicitors Direct, our dedicated team specialises in PTSD claims and is here to guide you through the process, ensuring you get the compensation you deserve.

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What Are Common Causes of PTSD?

PTSD can be triggered by a wide variety of traumatic experiences, including:

Serious road traffic accidents
Burn Accidents
Workplace accidents, particularly those involving injury or near-fatal experiences

While PTSD often develops shortly after the traumatic event, it can sometimes take months or even years for symptoms to appear. Regardless of when the symptoms begin, if the event was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may have grounds to make a claim. Contact us, and we will provide you with the support you need.

What Are the Symptoms of PTSD?

PTSD can manifest in various ways, and symptoms can differ from person to person. Some of the most common symptoms include:

Flashbacks and nightmares: Reliving the traumatic event as though it is happening again.
Hypervigilance: Constantly feeling on edge and alert to danger, even when safe.
Avoidance: Avoiding situations, people, or places that remind you of the trauma.
Emotional numbness: Difficulty feeling positive emotions or engaging in normal social interactions.
Sleep disturbances: Struggling with insomnia or disruptive sleep patterns due to the distress caused by PTSD.
Anxiety and depression: Many PTSD sufferers also experience anxiety, depression, or other related mental health conditions.

These symptoms can severely impact daily life and often require extensive therapy, treatment, or medication, which is why compensation is essential to help cover these costs.

Am I Eligible to Make a PTSD Compensation Claim?

You may be eligible to make a PTSD compensation claim if:

You were involved in a traumatic event caused by someone else’s negligence or misconduct.
You have been formally diagnosed with PTSD by a medical professional.
The traumatic event occurred within the last three years (though exceptions may apply in certain circumstances, such as military cases or where the symptoms of PTSD were delayed).

If you’re uncertain whether your injury qualifies for a PTSD compensation claim, get in touch with us. Our expert team is ready to offer guidance, evaluate your situation, and help determine your eligibility.

Why work with our specialist PTSD solicitors?

Choosing the right legal team to handle your manual handling injury claim is crucial. When you work with us, we offer:

Free Initial Consultation. We’ll assess the details of your case and advise on the best course of action.
No Win, No Fee: You won’t pay any legal fees unless we win your case.
Expert Legal Advice. Our team has extensive experience in manual handling injury claims, ensuring you receive the maximum compensation.
Support Throughout Your Claim. From the beginning to the end, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Free same-day home visit if you live around the Sheffield area, or in surrounding counties.

Our team always works tirelessly on your behalf to ensure you get the best outcome.

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Richard is a qualified solicitor, having joined the firm in 1996. He has deliberately restricted his case load to serious injury claims. Having acted for more than 500 Claimants in major trauma cases, his expertise is recognised by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers; Richard is a senior litigator.

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Year of call as a solicitor 2007.

Ralph joined the firm in 2003 and became Managing Partner in 2018.

Ralph’s background is in health and safety. He graduated with a degree in Environmental Health in 1998 before qualifying as an Environment Health Officer. He then specialised in the enforcement of health and safety and accident investigation within premises in Sheffield. He completed a post graduate diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management, before then undertaking a post graduate diploma in Law and the Legal Practice Course, qualifying as a Solicitor in 2007.

Over the years Ralph has developed a case load primarily of high value catastrophic injury cases arising from major trauma and diseases; spanning brain injuries, amputations and life changing injuries and diseases. He also assists Children who have suffered serious injury through the partnership between the MTSP and the Sheffield Children’s Hospital.

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They were extremely professional and handled my case with care. Grace Newbold was amazing throughout, communicating with me all the way through and offering exceptional support in a time that was enormously daunting and scary. I was quick to receive medical help including physio therapy. The 2 years my claim was going on Grace and the team provided a service that was outstanding, in a time that was extremely hard for me. I would recommend ASD highly and will be referring anyone who is needing their services. Thank you again to ASD and Grace for supporting me through a difficult time and doing this with professionalism, care and compassion.

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Grace Chapman, Sheffield – Client of Solicitor, Grace Newbold

Professional, Highly Recommended I was recommended ASD from a family member. I am so pleased I followed this up. Chris Chappell has been so professional, caring, understanding and honest throughout the process. It has meant a lot.

It’s been one of the hardest times for me, especially losing my job as well, whilst off work and in a pandemic. It has taught me a lot about companies, but it has also made me realise companies like yours are there to help.

I had never been in this position before and it was a very hard time for me.

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For the last 2 years, I can only praise ASD for the way they have dealt with my claim.

Catherine, Sheffield – Client of Solicitor Chris Chappell

This was no fault claim involving the M.O.D. who’s claim negotiators put every obstacle in the way to delay and hinder progress of proceedings. Received good sound professional advice and also important I was able to keep close contact with Grace and the team throughout the claim. No hesitation in recommending them to anyone.

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My claim was settled after 2 years following amazing work by Grace Newbold.

Roger Parkin, Rotherham – Client of Solicitor, Grace Newbold

I contacted ASD after being involved in a serious accident that left me with a significant leg injury.

ASD offered a home appointment as I was unable to travel and visited within 24 hours of me contacting them.

Throughout my case I was updated regularly and everything was explained clearly. Any phone calls or emails that I sent were answered quickly and I was never left waiting for a response.

I was supported throughout; I was dealing with a traumatic incident and ASD kindly arranged for counselling to be provided.

I am very grateful to Ralph and his team for everything they did but also showing compassion and giving reassurance throughout and most of all understanding what I was going through.

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Throughout my case I was updated regularly and everything was explained clearly.

Sarah

Ralph Clark and his team have handled my case with respect and total professionalism from beginning to the end and have successfully won my claim, I simply cannot praise Ralph and his team enough and thank you just doesn’t seem enough, I will be eternally grateful for all of your help and cannot recommend you enough, you are all quite simply amazing!

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I will be eternally grateful for all of your help and cannot recommend you enough

Scott Morton, Sheffield – Client of Solicitor, Ralph Clark following life changing injuries

PTSD Compensation Claim Frequently Asked Questions

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How much compensation could I receive for a PTSD claim?

The amount of compensation varies depending on the severity of your condition and how it affects your life. It can cover medical costs, loss of earnings, and compensation for emotional distress.

How long do I have to make a PTSD claim?

You generally have three years from the date of the traumatic event or the date you were diagnosed with PTSD. However, there are some exceptions, particularly in cases involving military personnel or delayed diagnosis..

Can I make a claim if the trauma happened at work?

Yes, if the PTSD was caused by a workplace incident or unsafe working conditions, you can claim against your employer. Employers have a duty of care to ensure your safety and mental well-being while at work.

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