Below are the questions we are most commonly asked about personal injury claims.
You may be eligible to make a personal injury claim if you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence or fault. This could include road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, slips and trips, or medical negligence. To succeed, you must show that another party was responsible for your injury and that it has impacted your life physically, emotionally, or financially.
In most cases in the UK, you have three years from the date of the accident (or from when you became aware of your injury) to start a personal injury claim. This is known as the “limitation period.” There are exceptions, such as claims involving children or individuals lacking mental capacity.
The amount of compensation you may receive depends on several factors, including the severity of your injury, financial losses (such as lost earnings), and the impact on your daily life. Compensation is typically divided into:
General damages (pain, suffering, loss of quality of life)
Special damages (financial losses like medical costs or lost income)
No, not at all, personal injury claims in the UK are handled on a No Win, No Fee basis. This means you won’t have to pay legal fees upfront, and you typically won’t pay anything if your claim is unsuccessful. If your claim is successful, a pre-agreed percentage may be deducted from your compensation.
The length of a personal injury claim can vary depending on the complexity of the case. Straightforward claims may settle within a few months, while more complex cases—especially those involving serious injuries or disputes over liability—can take longer. Each case is unique, and timelines depend on factors like evidence, medical assessments, and negotiations.
