Dispute Resolution Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I have just been injured in a car accident. What can I claim for?
A: You will be able to claim for compensation for your injuries, loss of earnings, travel and medical expenses, value of damaged property and other expenses incurred due to the accident.
Q: How much compensation will I receive in my claim for damages?
A: There are generally two areas of damages - General and Special damages.
General damages are awarded to compensate you for pain, suffering and loss of amenity, such as injuries incurred in an accident that have prevented you from enjoying a sport, hobby or leisure activity. Special damages are awarded to compensate you for financial losses incurred as a result of the accident. These losses may include:
Q: What will it cost me to pursue my claim?
A: There are a number of ways to fund a claim. Our specialist lawyers will advise you on this.
A: Our lawyers are regulated by statute and the Law Society as well as by other professional organisations. They have to meet exacting standards of qualification, be insured and undertake regular training rand eviews. They are required, according to professional rules, to act in the client's best interest. Our specialist lawyers have a proven track record in handling claims of all manner and size in a sympathetic and caring manner.
Other firms employ "claims handlers", who are not required to be formally trained or meet any professional standards. They may take a percentage of any damages you may recover.
Q: What happens if the driver who hit me is uninsured?
A: You are able to claim through the Motors Insurers Bureau (MIB), an organisation set up to compensate the victims of uninsured drivers. The MIB also operates a second scheme to compensate the victims of hit and run (untraced) drivers.
Q: Can I get immediate medical treatment?
A: We can arrange the most appropriate treatment for you
Q: I was not aware of the health risks I was exposed to at work. Now I have left, am I entitled to compensation?
A: Industrial diseases are undoubtedly recognised as personal injury claims and compensation may be available. Stress at work is becoming an increasingly common cause of action.
Q: Will I lose my job if I claim against my boss?
A: If you did, you would normally be able to make a claim for your lost job. Our specialist lawyers will also advise you about your employment rights.
Q: What happens if I do not receive sick pay?
A: We can advise you about social security benefits and interim payments from insurance companies
A: You will be able to claim for compensation for your injuries, loss of earnings, travel and medical expenses, value of damaged property and other expenses incurred due to the accident.
Q: How much compensation will I receive in my claim for damages?
A: There are generally two areas of damages - General and Special damages.
General damages are awarded to compensate you for pain, suffering and loss of amenity, such as injuries incurred in an accident that have prevented you from enjoying a sport, hobby or leisure activity. Special damages are awarded to compensate you for financial losses incurred as a result of the accident. These losses may include:
- Loss of earnings
- Care and assistance needed
- Medication costs
- Special equipment
- Travelling expenses
- Structural alterations to accommodation
Q: What will it cost me to pursue my claim?
A: There are a number of ways to fund a claim. Our specialist lawyers will advise you on this.
- Conditional Fee Agreement (no win - no fee) - If this is offered we make no charge if the case is lost and we do not deduct anything from your damages if we win the case.
- Legal Expenses Insurance - purchased by you before the event and often provided within your existing vehicle, home or contents insurance policy. Your insurer will be able to tell you the level of cover provided within your policy and any restrictions that may be in force.
- After the Event Insurance - If Legal Expenses Insurance does not provide cover, you can take out insurance after the accident which will allow you to obtain some protection against the other side's costs.
A: Our lawyers are regulated by statute and the Law Society as well as by other professional organisations. They have to meet exacting standards of qualification, be insured and undertake regular training rand eviews. They are required, according to professional rules, to act in the client's best interest. Our specialist lawyers have a proven track record in handling claims of all manner and size in a sympathetic and caring manner.
Other firms employ "claims handlers", who are not required to be formally trained or meet any professional standards. They may take a percentage of any damages you may recover.
Q: What happens if the driver who hit me is uninsured?
A: You are able to claim through the Motors Insurers Bureau (MIB), an organisation set up to compensate the victims of uninsured drivers. The MIB also operates a second scheme to compensate the victims of hit and run (untraced) drivers.
Q: Can I get immediate medical treatment?
A: We can arrange the most appropriate treatment for you
Q: I was not aware of the health risks I was exposed to at work. Now I have left, am I entitled to compensation?
A: Industrial diseases are undoubtedly recognised as personal injury claims and compensation may be available. Stress at work is becoming an increasingly common cause of action.
Q: Will I lose my job if I claim against my boss?
A: If you did, you would normally be able to make a claim for your lost job. Our specialist lawyers will also advise you about your employment rights.
Q: What happens if I do not receive sick pay?
A: We can advise you about social security benefits and interim payments from insurance companies