Needlestick – Physical Injury

Needlestick – Physical Injury

The actual physical injury caused by a needle itself is of course minimal – a bit of a sting and perhaps some swelling or redness afterwards but nothing to trouble most of us beyond that and certainly nothing that the Court would entertain a compensation award for.

But what if the needle is contaminated?

What if the physical injuries go beyond a mere ‘sting’?

The first thing we must point out is that the chances of you catching something from a needlestick injury are low. Very low in fact. However that is not to say that it cannot or does not happen and sadly some people do catch very serious and life changing illnesses from needlestick injuries including but not restricted to HIV and hepatitis.

The first thing we recommend anyone to do if they suffer a needlestick injury is to seek professional medical advice as soon as possible. If you cannot get in touch with your GP perhaps you might want to try the NHS 111 helpline number and follow their advice. We would also recommend that you do not expose others to blood or any other bodily fluids until you are satisfied that you have not caught any infections or illnesses from the injury.

Whether or not you have had a diagnosis of any physical injuries from the needlestick, if you have already had the ‘all clear’ following testing or if you are still awaiting test results, our specialist solicitors are here to help you get the compensation and, if necessary, the treatment and care you need.

Russell Worth solicitors only ever accept cases on a no win no fee basis so rest assured there will be nothing to pay up front and nothing to pay anyone if your case is unsuccessful through no fault of your own.