How Much Could My Weil's Disease Claim Be Worth?

What Would My Weil’s Disease Claim Be Worth?

It is impossible to say how much an individual claim could be worth without knowing certain details of the case, but it is important that you understand that any compensation paid out to you would not be for contracting the disease in the first place, but the severity of the symptoms you suffer as a result.

If the disease is recognised, diagnosed and treated quickly, the symptoms – commonly similar to those of the ‘flu; fever, chills, muscle aches, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pains – should be relatively mild and a full recovery should ensue within a few weeks. In such cases, where a full recovery is made, the compensation amount is likely to be relatively modest; typically ranging from £3,000 to £9,000, although a larger amount may be due if you have suffered financially through lost earnings or medical expenses.

If the disease is not diagnosed swiftly or has the chance to affect the body’s internal organs then the symptoms can be far more severe; including shortness of breath, unintentional weight loss, fatigue, high fever, seizures and sensitivity to light, even jaundice. In these cases the value of the compensation is likely to be relative to the recovery you make, and the potential effects of any long term disabilities caused by the infection.  

In the most extreme cases compensation awards can be in excess of £150,000 plus additional payments for loss of earnings, loss of future earnings and pension / care costs.

It is rare in the UK for people to die as a result of contracting Weil’s Disease, and the value of such cases would depend on the sufferer’s personal circumstances – we would need to discuss all of these types of details before deciding on an appropriate figure for compensation.

In all cases, the only true way to get an idea of how much you can successfully claim is to contact one of our friendly and knowledgeable team and talk through the details of your case with them. You are under no obligation to continue with a claim if you choose not to, but be aware that claims of this type must be brought within three years of contracting the disease.

Contact us today and let us help you get the support and the compensation that you and your family deserve.

Call us now on 0800 122 3130 or click here to start your claim.