Last Updated 10th December 2025. The amount of compensation awarded in jet ski accident claims varies, as payouts depend on the type and severity of the injury, and whether financial losses have been incurred. Jet ski accidents can cause significant injuries due to their high speeds, lack of protective barriers, and the forces involved in collisions. If you have been involved in an accident on a jet ski and it wasn’t your fault, you may be able to pursue personal injury compensation.
Here at Legal Expert, our advisors can provide a personalised assessment of your potential jet ski accident compensation claim. If you do have a case to claim for injuries while jet skiing, you can be represented by one of our solicitors on a No Win No Fee basis. They offer this funding option alongside their expertise and a broader commitment to prioritising client health and well-being throughout the claims process.
The Important Questions Answered
- Why do jet ski accidents happen? They can happen due to faults with the watercraft, as well as poor instruction or inadequate training provided by the jet ski instructor.
- How can jet ski accidents be prevented? Jet ski accidents can be prevented through rigorous health and safety checks, proper training, and robust risk assessments.
- What type of injuries can be sustained in a jet ski accident? Due to the nature of many jet ski accidents, injuries can range from hairline fractures to paralysis and brain damage.
- Can I claim for a jet ski accident? You can make a claim if you are able to prove that a third party is responsible for your jet ski injuries due to their negligent actions.
- What services can a solicitor offer me during the jet ski injury compensation claims process? A solicitor can help gather evidence on your behalf, ensure paperwork is filed promptly, and negotiate with the defendant’s representatives.
If you need a solicitor who is dedicated, experienced, and compassionate, please reach out today to find out if you can make a jet ski accident claim.
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In this guide, we have stated what the potential dangers of jet skiing could be and the potential injuries you could suffer following a jet ski crash. However, you may now be wondering how much you could receive in compensation for your injuries.
Settlements for successful personal injury compensation claims for a jet ski accident could include both general and special damages. General damages compensate you for the pain and suffering your injury has caused you, as well as how this may have impacted your quality of life. Both mental and physical injuries could be compensated under general damages.
To help you gain a clearer idea of how much you could receive in compensation for your injuries, we have created the following table. The entries come from the most recent edition of the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). We have used the JCG’s figures as the document lists suggested compensation brackets for various injuries, and the amounts are based on previous successful claims. Many legal professionals, such as solicitors, will use the JCG to help them value claims.
Please only use this table as a guide. How much compensation you could receive will be affected by the factors of your claim and may differ from those listed below. Please also bear in mind that the top entry has not been sourced from the JCG.
| Injury | Severity | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Severe Injuries With Financial Losses | Severe | Up to £300,000+ including special damages such as things like private medical treatments, child care and travel costs. |
| Neck | Severe (i) - Incomplete Paraplegia | In the region of £181,020 |
| Arm | Severe - Fall Short of Amputation | £117,360 to £159,770 |
| Back | Severe (iii) - Disc Lesions or Fractures | £47,320 to £85,100 |
| Wrist | Complete loss of function | £58,110 to £73,050 |
| Foot | Serious - Continuing Pain | £30,500 to £47,840 |
| Knee | Moderate (ii) - Shorter Periods of Acceleration or Exacerbation | Up to £16,770 |
| Hand | Moderate - Ranging from Crush injuries to Deep Lacerations. | £6,910 to £16,200 |
| Shoulder | Moderate - Frozen Shoulder | £9,630 to £15,580 |
| Leg | Less Serious (iii) - Simple Fractures to Tibia or Fibula or Soft Tissue Injuries | Up to £14,450 |
Contact our advisors today if you have any questions about making a claim for a jet ski accident. They could provide you with free legal advice regarding your specific claim and could connect you with our experienced solicitors.
Special Damages
Things you may want to look at claiming for aren’t just limited to the physical or psychological injuries you’ve suffered. There are likely to be other costs you have incurred by your incident that can also be compensated for.
Medical bills can also be recouped. Whether they have been incurred overseas or in the UK, if they can be evidenced as part of the claim, then it is likely you will get your monies back should the case be won.
Other costs can include funeral expenses, loss of earnings in the future as well as any loss of earnings you have already suffered, and any modifications that might need to be made to your home should you require them to get about. What’s more, you could even claim for losing out on bonuses with work or damage to your pension scheme.
What Is A Jet Ski Accident Claim?
Simply put, jet ski injury claims are legal cases that are pursued to allow a person injured in an accident that was not their fault to claim compensation for injuries that they have suffered because of the incident.
The compensation awarded in such a case is designed to compensate the injured party for both physical and mental injuries, as well as any out-of-pocket costs that occur due to the incident. These can be travel costs, any prescription charges, and loss of earnings when in recovery.
As such, don’t be worried that you could only claim for jet ski back problems if you’ve also experienced other injuries. You can claim for multiple injuries caused by a jet ski accident so long as you can prove that all of your injuries were caused by negligence.
If you have been left with injuries after jet skiing and it was someone’s fault, then you might have reason to look at who is to blame for that accident and whether you can claim compensation.
Top Tips On Proving Jet Ski Accident Claims
As part of the process of making a jet ski claim, you can acquire various pieces of quality evidence to strengthen your case. For example, evidence you gather could help in proving negligence caused the accident in which you sustained harm.
Below, we have provided some examples of evidence that you could use to support your claim.
- Video footage – Your accident (such as a jet ski crash) may have been captured on video. If so, the cause of your injuries may be evident in the footage. You could potentially acquire a copy and submit it as evidence.
- Results of an independent inspection – Water sports centres need to maintain their equipment to an acceptable standard. Otherwise, they could lead to users being injured. As part of the investigation, they could be asked to make their jet skis available for inspection or provide documentation detailing previous inspections. The results of these inspections could be used as evidence.
- Medical records – Your injuries and any relevant treatment administered may be recorded and could be helpful evidence to prove the extent of your injuries.
Get in touch to find out more about how to prove jet ski injury claims, or for more information on claiming in extreme circumstances, such as following jet ski deaths. On the government website, you can also read about the recent government clamp down on the dangerous use of jet skis.
Jet Ski Crashes – What Injuries Could They Cause?
Jet ski crashes could lead to various types of injury. Sometimes, in an accident involving a jet ski, death can even occur. In this section, we’ll focus on examples of injuries you may suffer.
- Upon crashing a jet ski, the sudden impact may cause you to suffer whiplash
- Being hit by a jet ski at great speed may cause breaks, fractures or strains
- If you are flung off a jet ski, you might suffer a spinal injury
- A collision involving a jet ski could result in you getting a concussion
- Some jet ski crashes may cause a fatal accident if the rider is not wearing protective equipment, such as a helmet
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions for our advisors. They are on call 24/7 and could connect you with our expert specialist solicitors.
Fatal Jet Ski Injury Claims
You may be wondering if it’s possible to make a claim following the death of a loved one caused by a jet ski accident.
Under the Law Reform (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1934, the estate of the deceased can make a claim up to 6 months following the jet ski death. This is a claim for the pain and suffering the deceased experienced as a result of the accident.
If a claim is not made by the estate during this period, certain eligible family members can claim under the Fatal Accidents Act 1976, who could also be compensated for the psychological or financial suffering they have experienced as a result of the death.
Often, a fatal accident claim will be made for the benefit of the estate and any dependants so the payout will be one sum and then split amongst claimants.
Get in touch today for more information on making a claim following the death of a loved one.
No Win No Fee Jet Ski Accident Claims
If you meet the eligibility criteria to start a jet ski crash claim, one of our solicitors may represent you on a No Win No Fee basis. You may have heard this term before and not been sure what it means. A Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA) is a type of contract that works along these lines. It offers the benefit of not having to pay for your solicitor’s work:
- Before the beginning of your personal injury claim
- While the case is underway
- In the event that you do not receive compensation
Should you receive a compensation payout, you will be required to pay a success fee. This means that you would owe a capped percentage of your compensation to your solicitor. You can rest assured that the cap is legally binding, so you will get to keep most of the money yourself.
Our solicitors have already gained over £80 million in compensation so far. They have decades of combined experience in personal injury law, which they apply to jet ski accident claims to help with the chance of success. If you are eligible to work with one of our solicitors, they will apply their expertise to your case and support you throughout the whole process.
Call Legal Expert Today For Jet Ski Injury Claims Advice
To get in touch for a free consultation about your case, please get in touch with our team of expert advisors today. If you have a valid claim, our team can connect you to a member of our panel of personal injury lawyers so they can handle your case on a No Win No Fee basis:
- Call 0800 073 8804
- Chat to us using the pop-up on your screen
- Complete one of our contact forms on our website
Helpful Links
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Thank you for reading our jet ski accident claims guide. If you’ve suffered injuries, such as jet ski back pain, and want to know if you can claim, contact us completely for free at a time that works for you using the above details.
