Your Questions Answered

Can I claim compensation?

If you were injured in an accident and someone else was to blame, you can normally claim compensation. Common examples include road traffic accidents, accidents at work and accidents caused by pavements in bad repair, but it is always worth asking an expert whether a claim is possible. The first meeting is completely free. You can bring a claim even if the accident was partly your fault, but the compensation will be reduced to take account of your share of the blame.

Who pays the compensation?

Most car drivers, employers, businesses and home owners have insurance to cover them for personal injury claims. It is the insurance company who pays, so you can claim even if the person at fault is a friend or family member.

There are also compensation schemes for the victims of violent crime and “hit and run” drivers.

Can I claim against my employer?

Yes.Your employer will have insurance for this.

Will I have to go to court?

No. Virtually all personal injury compensation claims are settled out of Court.

Can I wait before claiming?

Most claims have to be brought within 3 years, but sometimes a shorter time limit applies. It is best to start as soon as possible, so that photographs can be taken and evidence obtained before things change. We are happy to visit you at home or in hospital if you wish.

What can I claim for?

You can claim compensation for:

• your injuries
• loss of earnings
• care provided by friends or family
• future losses where there are ongoing needs
• most expenses
• in cases where a relative has died, you can claim for funeral costs, bereavement damages and compensation for loss of dependency

You should keep a record and receipts if possible.

How much will I receive?

This depends on how bad your injuries are and on the amount of your financial losses. You will need expert advice on the value of your claim. Most of our clients receive at least a few thousand pounds.

How long will it take?

This depends on the medical situation and on the attitude of the insurance company. Most claims take at least 6 months if the job is done properly.

No cost to you, win or lose

We promise that you will not pay any money to make a claim, win or lose.

We promise that when successful, you keep 100% of your compensation.

These promises only apply if you are claiming against an insurance company and if you co-operate fully and truthfully with us. We can make these promises because if you do not have legal expenses insurance, we will act for you on a no win, no fee basis and claim all of our costs from the insurance company if we win. if we lose, we are paid nothing.

Because we are on no win, no fee we can charge the insurers extra if we win.

There is no reason for anyone to pay anything to make a personal injury compensation claim. Beware of claims companies selling expensive insurance policies or high interest loans to fund cases.