Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Claims

What are the criteria to qualify for an RSI claim?

To qualify for an RSI claim, you must be able to demonstrate that your injury was caused by repetitive strain and that your employer was responsible for your injury. This means that you must have medical evidence to support your claim, which should show that your injury is consistent with the type of work you were doing and that it was caused by repetitive motions.

This means to prove that your employer failed to provide a duty of care to make sure you didn’t suffer from pain and therefore means they were negligent towards you and your condition. You can also try to prove that your condition was worsened due to any negligent practices in the workplace. If you’re unable to prove either of those conditions, you may struggle to get compensation and put forward a strong enough case.

The legal argument for an RSI claim explained

The legal argument for an RSI claim   is based on the principle of negligence. In order for an employer to be held liable for an RSI injury, they must have breached their duty of care to provide a safe working environment. This could involve failing to provide adequate training, failing to provide ergonomic equipment or furniture, or failing to rotate workers to prevent them from performing repetitive tasks for too long. The RSI has to also be proven that it was caused or worsened by negligent practices at work and not by other organic causes.

What evidence is necessary for an RSI claim?

To support an RSI claim, you will need to provide medical evidence that shows that your injury was caused by repetitive strain. This evidence should be obtained from a qualified medical professional, such as a doctor or physiotherapist, and should clearly demonstrate the nature and extent of your injury. You may also need to provide evidence from your employer, such as records of your work tasks and any safety training that you received.

If you’re able to obtain them, occupational health notes can also give you a stronger case to put forward if you can show nothing changed in your working environment to assist your RSI condition. Another example of evidence to prove your employer was negligent towards your condition is to find any email correspondence between you and your employer. This can help to show issues were brought up with your line manager or employer and were not addressed. Photos of your working environment can also be used in conjunction with other pieces of evidence to show your RSI may have been caused or worsened.

A guide to compensation amounts

The amount of compensation that you can receive for an RSI claim will depend on a number of factors, including the severity of your injury, the impact that it has had on your life, and the financial losses that you have suffered as a result. In general, compensation amounts for RSI claims can range from a few thousand pounds to several hundred thousand pounds, depending on the circumstances of your case.

Another factor that influences compensation amounts is the special damages that occurred because of your RSI. That includes any costs, losses or expenses that incurred because of the injuries from the RSI. This can include things like loss of income due to being unable to work, any medical costs associated with your injury and also any travel expenses, for example, various hospital trips.

At Claims Bible, we can help you estimate how much you may be owed, by taking into account all of these factors and any impact the injury had on your quality of life. We also consider any effect the injury may have on your future career prospects.

Overview of the RSI claim process

The process for making an RSI claim typically involves the following steps:

Seeking medical attention

The first step in making an RSI claim is to seek medical attention for your injury. This will involve visiting your GP or a specialist medical professional who can diagnose your injury and provide you with the appropriate treatment.

Common questions

​​What is RSI and can it be claimed as a work-related injury?

RSI, or repetitive strain injury, is a condition caused by repetitive motion or overuse of a body part. It can result in pain, weakness, and loss of function. RSI can be claimed as a work-related injury if it is caused or worsened by work-related activities, such as typing, using a mouse, or performing assembly line work.