Personal Injury Compensation in the UK
In this short article we shall take a look at the necessary steps needed to pursue a personal injury claim in Britain, in clear and concise language.
1. Find an accident solicitor. A quick browse around the Internet will uncover a wide range of firms offering to take on personal injury claims. Be sure to find one that works on a no win no fee basis and provides you with 100% of the compensation you are awarded.
2. When narrowing your selection of potential personal injury lawyers, also look for one that is well established with a history of success. It’s worth trying to find one that offers a cash advance upon approval of your claim.
3. Once you have found a suitable firm to take on your claim, they will arrange a meeting with you to assess the claim. This involves little more than simply answering questions regarding the nature of your injuries and the circumstances of the accident.
4. If the solicitor deems it necessary for your case, you will be given an appointment to be independently examined by a medical professional.
5. The solicitor will work with you to draw up a ‘schedule of losses’ detailing any financial losses you have suffered as a result of the accident. This is then sent to your employer or other party at fault in the accident.
6. If the other party accepts responsibility for the accident then your solicitor will then negotiate to determine how much compensation you will receive. Occasionally the claim proceeds to the courts, but even then under the no win no fee system there are no fees to pay, even if you lose.