Personal Injury Compensation Calculator — Scotland
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Estimate Your Compensation
How Is Compensation Calculated in Scotland?
Personal injury compensation has two main components:
- General damages — for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity. Based on the Judicial College Guidelines and comparable case outcomes
- Special damages — for financial losses including lost earnings, medical costs, travel expenses, care costs, and any other out-of-pocket expenses
Factors That Affect Your Compensation
- The type and severity of your injuries
- How long your recovery takes
- Whether you have any permanent effects or disability
- Your age and pre-accident health
- Impact on your ability to work
- Impact on your daily life and hobbies
- Whether contributory negligence applies
Important Disclaimer
This calculator provides a general estimate based on published guidelines and typical Scottish awards. Every claim is unique, and actual compensation may be higher or lower than the estimate shown. For an accurate valuation of your specific case, we recommend contacting a solicitor for a free, no-obligation consultation. All claims are handled on a No Win No Fee basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is personal injury compensation calculated in Scotland?
Compensation is based on two elements: general damages (pain, suffering, and loss of amenity) valued using Judicial College Guidelines, and special damages (financial losses like lost earnings and medical costs).
Are compensation amounts different in Scotland?
Injury valuations are similar across the UK, but Scotland has no whiplash tariff cap and uses its own court system. This means Scottish claimants may receive higher whiplash awards than those in England.
What are special damages in a compensation claim?
Special damages cover financial losses directly caused by your accident — lost earnings, travel to medical appointments, prescription costs, care costs, and any other expenses you can evidence.
Is the compensation calculator result guaranteed?
No. Online calculators provide estimates based on typical awards. Your actual compensation depends on the specific details of your injuries, recovery, and financial losses.
When do I receive my compensation payment?
Compensation is usually paid within 14 to 28 days of accepting a settlement offer. Your solicitor deducts their success fee and transfers the remaining amount to your bank account.
Last reviewed: 15 March 2026 by Personal Injury Claims Scotland