Serious Injury Claims In London
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Advice on how our solicitors can help with serious injury claims in London.
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Serious Injury Claims In London
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Advice on how our solicitors can help with serious claims in London.
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If you or a loved one has suffered a life-changing accident in London, you may be entitled to make a serious injury claim. Therefore, during the course of this guide, we’ll explain what qualifies as a serious injury, lay out the eligibility criteria for claims, and walk you through the steps to securing compensation. We’ll also detail how No Win No Fee Solicitors Co. can assist you if you decide make a serious accident claim in London.
With years of experience helping clients secure the compensation they deserve, our legal team understands the devastating impact serious injuries have, not just physically, but emotionally and financially. Our expert solicitors are equipped to guide you through every stage of your claim, aiming to achieve the best possible outcome for your situation.
Read on to learn your rights and the claims process in clear, easy-to-understand terms. If you would prefer tailored advice or want to speak to an expert directly, you’re welcome to contact us online or call 0333 091 8598 for a confidential discussion.
What Are Serious Injury Claims
A serious injury claim refers to legal action taken by someone who has suffered a severe injury due to another party’s negligence or error. Unlike minor injuries, these cases often involve significant physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Serious injuries can lead to long-term disability, major surgery, or the need for extensive rehabilitation, sometimes, they alter your life completely. In many cases, such serious injuries can also have an impact on your loved ones as well.
Common causes in London might include traffic collisions, cases of medical negligence, or criminal assaults. If the fault lies with someone else, an employer, driver, or organisation, you may have the right to pursue compensation.
To help you understand if you have grounds to start a London serious injury claim, we can assess your case for free. Simply call our advice centre and we’ll explain your options after reviewing what happened. There’s no obligation to proceed but if you do decide to take action, a No Win No Fee solicitor who covers London could manage your case on your behalf.
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Common Examples Of Serious Injury Claims
Serious injury claims in London cover a wide range of circumstances. Here are some of the most common examples:
Road traffic accidents: Severe injuries from collisions on the A40, M25, or city streets, whether you were a driver, cyclist, pedestrian, or passenger. These types of accidents can lead to amputations and spinal injuries.
Workplace accidents: Industrial incidents such as falls from height at Canary Wharf offices or construction accidents causing traumatic brain injuries and paralysis.
Medical negligence: Serious injuries caused by mistakes at London hospitals like St Thomas’, The Royal London, or University College Hospital. Examples include wrong-site surgery and other NHS never events.
Accidents in public places: Major injuries from trips, falls, or incidents in parks, shopping centres, or on public transport such as the Tube. These accidents can lead to serious and multiple fractures.
In any of these scenarios, if another party is responsible, you may be entitled to make a claim for your injury and the related losses.
London Serious Injury Claims Eligibility Criteria
Not all injury cases qualify for serious injury claims. Therefore, before a solcitor from our team offers to help, they’ll check for:
Duty of care: Did the other party have a legal obligation towards your safety at the time of your accident?
Breach of duty: Did an accident or incident occur because the other party breached their duty?
Causation: Can your injuries be directly attributed to that accident or incident?
If you’ve answered yes to all of the questions posed above, you could have grounds to start a serious injury claim in London. For clarity, please feel free to call our team today.
How We Can Help With London Serious Injury Claims
At No Win No Fee Solicitors Co., our experience working on serious injury claims means we’re well-equipped to represent clients from every corner of London. We’ll help you by:
Assessing the validity of your claim and offering tailored legal advice upfront.
Investigating the accident circumstances, whether on the Underground, during surgery, or on busy roads like the M25.
Gathering evidence to strengthen your claim, including medical reports, witness statements, and accident scene records.
Dealing with insurers and the responsible parties so you don’t have to face extra stress.
Arranging for medical experts or rehabilitation services to support your recovery if appropriate.
Our goal is to secure fair compensation reflecting the true impact of your injury, safeguarding your future and that of your family. If you want to know more about our services in your area, see our London office page for additional details.
Using Evidence To Prove Your Case
The strength of your case often depends on the quality and breadth of your evidence. To help maximise your chances of success, the following evidence might be used:
Medical records and hospital reports (e.g. from St George’s Hospital or Homerton Hospital).
Police or incident reports.
Witness statements.
Photographs of your injuries and the accident scene.
Proof of financial losses, such as lost earnings and rehabilitation expenses.
Independent medical reports to prove how you’ll suffer in the future.
If you’re unsure about what evidence is necessary, our solicitors can guide you on what will help build the most robust case. Where necessary, your solicitor may collect evidence on your behalf as part of their service.
What Is The Time Limit For Serious Injury Claims In London?
While there is a 3-year time limit for all personal injury claims, the time limit can vary in serious injury claims. For example:
There may not be a time limit if the injured party lacks mental capacity.
Where a child has suffered, the time limit does not start until they are 18 years of age. This allow claims before then to be made by parents and other responsible adults.
If your injury or illness was not diagnosed immediately, for work-related mesothelioma, for example, the 3-year time limit starts on the date of knowledge.
If you’d like us to clarify how long you have to make a serious injury claim, why not contact our team today?
How No Win No Fee Serious Injury Claims Work
One of the main barriers to justice is the risk of expensive legal costs. This can be off-putting for many claimants. However, with No Win No Fee agreements, you don’t pay solicitors’ fees if your claim is unsuccessful. This offers peace of mind and allows you to pursue your case regardless of your financial situation.
Here’s how our No Win No Fee process typically works:
We review your claim for free and assess the likelihood of success.
If we take on your case, you sign a No Win No Fee agreement (formally known as a Conditional Fee Agreement).
Should your claim be won, our fee comes from your compensation, there are no upfront charges.
If your claim is not successful, you pay nothing for our services.
What Does Compensation Cover In Successful Claims?
Compensation for serious injuries typically covers:
Loss of earnings and future income
Ongoing care and rehabilitation
Medical treatment and adaptation expenses (such as home adaptations in London’s varied housing stock)
Pain and suffering
Travel and incidental costs related to your injury
It’s fair to say that no two claims are the same, especially when seeking compensation for serious injuries. Therefore, the best way to find out how much compensation you could be entitled to is to call our team for free advice today.
Try Our Compensation Calculator
Take a look at our compensation calculator to get a broad idea of what an accident at work payout could look like. The figures used in this calculator are taken from the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG), which is a document that provides guideline compensation brackets for different injuries and illnesses.
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Please note that these are not guaranteed amounts, and that this calculator doesn’t take special damages into account. Contact our team today to learn more about compensation in manual handling injury claims.
Call Today For Free Support With Serious Injury Claims
If you’re dealing with the aftermath of a serious injury, you don’t have to face it alone. Our specialist solicitors are ready to listen, advise, and support you through every stage of your claim, wherever your accident happened in London, be it Brent, Croydon, Camden, or beyond.
The sooner you get in touch, the quicker we can help secure the care, compensation, and justice you deserve. There is no obligation, and your enquiry will be treated in strict confidence. Call us today for a free consultation, or reach out online, we’re here to help you rebuild and move forward.
FAQ On Serious Injury Claims in London
What types of rehabilitation support can I access as part of my serious injury claim?
Claimants often have access to a range of rehabilitation services, such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychological counselling, and specialist equipment or home adaptations. Your solicitor can help secure interim payments to support your recovery while your claim is ongoing.
Can I claim on behalf of someone who has died as a result of a serious injury?
Yes, if a loved one has passed away due to their injuries, certain relatives or representatives (such as executors) may be able to make a claim for compensation on their behalf. This might cover funeral costs, loss of financial dependency, and bereavement damages.
Are there any risks of losing benefits if I receive compensation for a serious injury claim?Receiving compensation may affect your entitlement to certain means-tested benefits. However, your solicitor can advise on setting up a Personal Injury Trust, as this may allow you to safeguard your compensation without it affecting your government benefit eligibility.
