Have you suffered an injury in the UK and it was someone else’s fault? Are you unsure about what to do next? This article explains whether or not a personal injury compensation claim is worth it.
Accidents happen and nobody can deny that fact. But when an accident happens to you and you suffer because of it, the suffering is made no less by the accidental nature of the injury.
Whether physically injured or emotionally damaged, personal injuries are a serious matter which (in a legal sense) UK residents are largely unprepared for. We aim to fix that.
Your UK Personal Injury Compensation Claim Questions Answered
Below you will find a selection of compensation claim questions which we frequently hear in the legal sector. Use this guide to answer your questions and to prepare yourself should you become involved in a personal injury compensation claim.
Q) Do I even have a claim?
- A) Each personal injury claim is assessed differently. Factors such as the length of your recovery, the pain and suffering you have endured, whether your injuries are permanent or involve amputations or industrial diseases, and many other questions. Speak to a personal injury solicitor for personalised advice.
Q) What do I do to make a claim for compensation after a personal injury in the UK and Northern Ireland?
- A) After you make yourself safe, you ought to see a doctor. Give a statement to the police and gather witness contact details so that your insurer can gather evidence. Equip yourself with legal protection, too. You can use this Personal Injury Checklist to make sure you remember each step.
- Q) How much is my personal injury claim worth?
- A) It is impossible to judge how much your personal claim is worth because each case is vastly different. You may receive up to £3,000 for injuries one might consider to be minor. For severe injuries such as spinal cord damage or traumatic brain injuries, the claim awards can be upwards fo £100,000.
Q) Do I need a solicitor to claim compensation?
- A) You are absolutely entitled to make a claim for compensation without a solicitor. Before you do this, keep in mind that you will be up against a team of professional insurance company representatives who may hire a legal team of their own. The fight is never one versus one…
Q) What are the grounds for compensation?
- A) In order to make a claim for compensation you must be able to prove the following things:
- That you were injured (to what degree and for how long)
- That the injury was not your own fault or not wholly your own fault
- That the person or organisation which was responsible for your accident had a duty of care towards you, i.e. they have to provide you with a safe environment while on their premises.
If you can prove the above then you are eligible to make a claim for compensation after you are injured. Speak to a personal injury solicitor today to discuss your injury and decide upon your next moves.