Personal Injury Solicitors

A personal injury claim refers to the act of securing compensation in response to an incident where an individual’s actions or negligence led to someone else experiencing physical and/or psychological harm. Anyone injured in an accident that was not their fault may be eligible to make a personal injury claim, depending on the circumstances.

Following a personal injury, you will be able to make a claim that covers the financial and non-financial impact you have experienced. This is likely to include:

• Loss of income
• Future loss of income and pension
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of amenity (being unable to enjoy the things you could before your injury)
• Private medical treatment
• Specialist rehabilitation and therapy
• Care and support
• Travel costs for hospital appointments
• Specialist adaptions or equipment for your home and car

Unfortunately, it is not always possible to provide an exact answer when it comes to how long it takes to receive personal injury compensation. This is due to multiple factors, including individual circumstances and the type of injury for which you are claiming for.

In accidents where the injuries are not serious and liability has been accepted by the other party, we expect matters to be settled within 9-12 months. More serious injuries can take longer, particularly if liability has not been accepted. The vast majority of personal injury cases we handle are settled within 18 to 24 months.

Once we have obtained the necessary details about your claim, we can provide an accurate estimate of how long it should take.

The standard time limit for personal injury claims is three years from the ‘date of knowledge’. The date of knowledge is when you were first aware that:

• You had suffered a personal injury
• Someone else was to blame for the injury

There are some exceptions to the standard time limit. These exceptions include:

• The injured party lacks mental capacity. There is no time limit to make a claim.
• The injured party is under 18 years old. A claim can be made at any point until they turn 18, after which a claim can be brought until they turn 21 years old.

Different time limits may also apply where a personal injury was sustained abroad.

Yes. If a loved one’s personal injury has left them unable to make a claim themselves (such as if they have suffered a brain injury) or they have died as a result of their injuries, you may be able to make a personal injury compensation claim on their behalf.

For fatal personal injury claims, compensation may potentially cover:

• Funeral expenses
• The loss of the deceased’s income
• Loss of services the deceased provided
• Household costs
• Medical costs
• Childcare costs
• Counselling

The value of your personal injury claim will depend on the individual circumstances of the injury. Various factors will be taken into consideration, including the severity of your injury, the impact on your day-to-day life and your specific needs moving forward.

There is no real ‘average’ personal injury compensation claim.

Our no-win, no-fee solicitors for personal injuries will act on your behalf to secure the maximum available compensation for your claim. The service we provide may vary from case to case, but will typically involve:

• Investigating your personal injury claim
• Gathering documentary and witness evidence
• Gathering independent medical evidence
• Calculate the value of your claim
• Negotiating a settlement with the defendant and their legal team
• Representing you in court proceedings where necessary

Our personal injury lawyers generally handle claims on a no-win, no-fee basis. This means that you will not be expected to pay any legal fees if your case is unsuccessful for any reason.

It is also important to note that, with no win, no fee claims, if your injury claims lawyer is successful in claiming compensation on your behalf, any legal fees are likely to be recovered from the individual or company responsible for causing your injury.

If you feel that you have been let down by your current personal injury solicitor, or you do not wish to use the solicitor that your insurer recommends, you are within your rights to move your claim. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your situation and help you make an informed decision.

Personal injury claim payouts can vary significantly based on a wide range of factors. This means that it is difficult to say what an ‘average’ payout is likely to be.

Some comparatively minor injuries may attract three-figure payouts, while more serious and life-threatening injuries could lead to payouts in the millions.

Our personal injury lawyers are highly skilled in negotiating maximum settlements without the need for litigation. However, where a defendant refuses to accept liability or negotiations are unsuccessful, it may be necessary to take a claim to court.

If this happens, our personal injury lawyers will present your case and clearly outline your position, providing clear evidence to support your claim for compensation. The defendant will also provide their account before a final verdict is reached. It is still possible to reach a negotiated settlement before the final hearing takes place.

It is much more common for personal injury claims to be negotiated out of court, especially where a compelling case can be put forward with clear evidence demonstrating that you have been injured and the injury was caused by someone else’s actions or negligence.