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Supermarket compensation calculator

Quick answer

This calculator gives a rough estimate of a supermarket injury claim by combining general damages from the Judicial College Guidelines with your own losses, such as earnings and care. It is a starting point, not a valuation: the real figure depends on medical evidence, liability and how your injury affects your life.

Estimate your claim using Judicial College Guidelines for general damages, plus your specific loss of earnings and care needs.

Your situation

Severity of injury

Minor — recovered within 3 months

£1,500 – £3,950

Moderate — full recovery in 3 months to 2 years

£3,950 – £14,500

Serious — lasting symptoms over 2 years

£14,500 – £38,000

Severe — permanent impairment or surgery

£38,000 – £95,000

Months off work3

Care needed per week (hours)10

Estimated total range

£12,590

– £23,140

General damages: £3,950–14,500
Loss of earnings: £7,200
Care & assistance: £1,440

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Indicative only. These ranges have not yet been updated for the 18th edition of the Judicial College Guidelines (April 2026). Actual settlements vary.