Fibromyalgia: The Legal View
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Are Fibromyalgia sufferers entitled to any forms of payment?
Fibromyalgia is a very debilitating condition, which unfortunately is not widely recognised by doctors and lawyers. Often Fibromyalgia victims may be entitled to money without even realising it.

This could be in the form of:

  • compensation if the condition is
  • the result of an accident - more details
  • discrimination as a result of your condition - more details
  • Personal Accident Policies and Ill Health Retirement Policies - more details

Is the litigation process difficult for Fibromyalgia cases?
Traditionally many lawyers have been reluctant to take on these often complex cases. If you do decide to try to claim through the legal system we strongly advise you to use a solicitor with a proven track record in this area of the law.

What are my chances of success?
Fibromyalgia cases do tend to be difficult mainly due to the medical unease surrounding the condition. However with a knowledgeable legal team and a sympathetic set of medical experts you stand a good chance of receiving some form of payout. Of course the amount will very much depend on the circumstances of each individual person. Mrs H won a record £1.25M damages settlement for Fibromyalgia from which she suffered as a result of an accident.

What can I do to assist my claim?

  1. Keep a diary - more details
  2. Keep receipts - more details

How do I get in touch with a Solicitor?

  • Ask family, friends or fellow sufferers if they know of anybody they can recommend. Personal recommendation is normally a reliable source of information.
  • Your local support group may have somebody they use.
  • We recommend Brian Barr Solicitors as the leading Fibromyalgia lawyers. Brian Barr has undoubtedly been instrumental in raising the profile of Fibromyalgia sufferers. As well as being involved in a number of leading cases, he also has a very high success rate and a practice built around helping sufferers of this condition. They are our first choice as solicitors with unrivalled expertise in this field.
  • Remember if you are unhappy with your present solicitor you have a right to change to a solicitor of your choice at any time.

How can I find out more about the litigation process for Fibromyalgia cases?
Many solicitors will be able to offer general advice about the mechanics of making a claim. For more specific information, send an e-mail to or call Brian Barr Solicitors on 0161 720 6700.

We have provided a brief outline of the litigation process on this site. Click here for more details.