Sometimes out-of-the-blue events can have an impact on our lives. From a bump in the car to a slip or fall at work, it's possible to be involved in something unforeseen at any moment.
A lot of injuries from these types of incidents may not be serious. However, there are occasions when what could appear to be a harmless accident can have a lasting impact and cause serious problems or, in some cases, even life-changing issues.
As well as these unexpected accidents, there are other occasions where injuries are caused over time. For instance, if you're at work and you're exposed to chemicals, this could have an effect on your health and lead to you developing serious illnesses later down the line.
Whatever happened to cause your injury, if you've been hurt and it wasn't your fault, it is likely that you could put forward a compensation claim. At National Accident Law we can help you build a claim and get you the reward you deserve so that you can begin the recovery process.
We know that seeking accident compensation is about more than getting help for any physical damage . It's also about your emotional wellbeing in the time after your injury happened. By putting a claim forward, you can begin to rebuild your life. Your compensation can contribute towards the costs of any medical treatment you may need as well as make up for any lost earnings if you've had to take time off work.
But we know that beginning an accident and injury compensation claim can be intimidating, especially if you're still trying to heal after what happened. That's why we work with you to make sure everything is as easy as possible. When you speak to us, you'll be led through the process by experienced team members who can answer any questions you have about the personal injury compensation claims process.
Plus, we handle many of these claims on a no win no fee basis, meaning with the special legal protection insurance put in place for you by your solicitor, there will be no financial risk to you.
What is a personal injury compensation claim?
What is a personal injury compensation claim?
If you've experienced any type of physical or psychological damage or illness that was caused by someone else's negligence, that's known as personal injury. Personal injury compensation claims are when you seek financial compensation for the injury you've experienced from the person or company that caused it.
If this sounds like what happened to you, let us know. We'll then be able to make a start on assessing whether you have a claim.
One of our main priorities is to make the personal injury claim process as hassle-free as possible for our customers. Behind the scenes a lot goes on to build a case and settle a claim successfully and it's important that we explain things clearly at every stage and keep customers fully aware of the process while they're recovering.
Ashleigh Duffy
Operations Claims Team Manager, National Accident LawWhat are the most common reasons for making a compensation claim?
What are the most common reasons for making a compensation claim?
There are lots of reasons why someone might need to make a compensation claim. However, there are some common ones that crop up a lot. Some of these include:
- Road traffic accidents - A lot of claims we handle involve seeking whiplash and car accident compensation.
- Injuries at work - People looking for work injury compensation may be claiming after a fall or other similar incident. In fact, according to the HSE, slips, trips and falls are the most common workplace accidents in the UK. Alternatively, claimants may have worked in a space that had asbestos and they're pursuing a claim formesothelioma compensation as a result.
- Injuries in public - Harm caused by a slip, fall or trip in a public place as a result of someone else's negligence is another reason to go ahead with a compensation claim.
Whatever has happened to you, whether you've been in a collision in your car and you're thinking of talking to us about whiplash injury compensation or you want to claim for an accident at work, we have an experienced legal team who can help you.
How much compensation could I receive?
How much compensation could I receive?
Every personal injury compensation claim is different. This means that there is no set amount that we can say you'll win if you go ahead and make a claim. The final figure depends on what happened, the type of injury you have suffered and how much you might have had to pay out or lost as a result.
TheJudicial College Guidelines give a sense of the compensation ranges that you could win. These include information on the average amounts that should be awarded for everything from hand damage to brain injuries, as well as how much compensation you could get for whiplash and other complications after a collision or fall. The final amount will depend on the individual circumstances of your case.
Is it possible to make no win no fee compensation claim?
Is it possible to make no win no fee compensation claim?
Yes, most claims that we process are on a no win no fee basis. This means that you only pay us if your claim is successful, but we'll make sure this is all agreed before we take your claim on. Your solicitor may need to take out special legal protection insurance for you, which pays the costs if your claim fails, and ensures claiming is risk free. The cost of this is only taken if you win your case. You'll never have to pay anything upfront and there are no hidden charges, so you'll never be out of pocket. If your claim for accident compensation isn't successful, you won't have to pay us anything.
Is there a time limit on making a claim for personal injury compensation?
Is there a time limit on making a claim for personal injury compensation?
Usually you have three years from the date of the accident to make a compensation claim. However certain circumstances will have different time limits, such as:
- If you were aged under 18 when you were injured, you have until you turn 21 to put your claim forward. Alternatively, a parent, family relative, guardian or appointed official can make a claim on behalf of a child anytime up to their 18th birthday.
- If the claimant has suffered a serious brain injury that has compromised their mental capacity and they can't claim personally as a result, then there are no time limits on a claim.
If you're coming to the end of the three-year limit and want to begin a claim, get in touch with us on . As soon as you let us know, we can get the ball rolling.
Why choose National Accident Law to help make a personal injury compensation claim?
Why choose National Accident Law to help make a personal injury compensation claim?
We provide a friendly, professional service. You'll be expertly guided through every stage of the claims process and we'll do this in a way that's manageable for you. We know that you just want to recover, so we can take care of the details of your injury compensation claim.
So, if you've suffered and someone else was at fault, contact us today on or request a call back and we'll do what we can to help you get the compensation you deserve.
How do I make an accident compensation claim?
How do I make an accident compensation claim?
You could be entitled to compensation if you've been injured and it wasn't your fault. To see if you could makean accident and personal injury compensation claim, get in touch with our specialist team on or request a call back. We'll find out what happened to you before letting you know what the next steps are. We can help you begin the process of moving past what happened and getting you on track for the future. You can also start your claim online today.