Riding a motorbike is an exhilarating experience. As a former well known Pizza delivery company driver, I remember well the thrill and feeling of speed (not to mention the free pizza). There are many types of motorbike, but some are thought to be more dangerous than others. They include Three Read more…
Understandably, these are two of the first questions our clients ask at the start of their claim. FUNDING YOUR CASE Conditional Fee Agreements (“No Win, No Fee”) Nowadays, most personal injury claims are pursued under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA) with the benefit of an After-the-Event Insurance policy (ATE). This Read more…
Do I have a claim for compensation if a driver of a vehicle opens a car door into me whilst I am cycling or riding my motorbike? In short, the answer is yes. Both the driver as well as any passengers of a vehicle have a duty to ensure that Read more…
Most people know that they have 3 years from the date of an accident in which they are injured to settle their claim or start Court Proceedings pursuant to the Limitation Act of 1980. That period may be longer for claims including hearing loss, asbestos-related conditions, other industrial diseases and Read more…
This month we have heard the news that 8 former Rugby Union players, including the former England hooker Steve Thompson, will be bringing personal injury claims against rugby’s governing bodies. They are claiming that as a result of negligence they have been left with permanent brain injuries, specifically dementia. The Read more…
One of the most common questions we are often asked is: “How long will my claim take?” The answer is not a straightforward one and depends on many factors for example: – 1. We would never advise our clients to settle their cases until they have fully recovered. Many clients Read more…
One of the most common questions we receive at the outset of any claim is, “How much is my claim worth?” Nearly always, we are unable to give an accurate estimate. This is partly because the client’s symptoms are usually ongoing. When valuing a claim, we base our valuation on Read more…
At this time of year, we generally see an increase in enquiries from people who have suffered a personal injury whilst on holiday, whether in a road traffic accident, or in a hotel or a public place. Road Traffic Accidents abroad: In England and Wales, you have three years from Read more…
We often receive instructions from clients who have grown dissatisfied with the performance of their existing Personal Injury solicitors. Clients are free to choose whichever solicitors they wish to instruct and if you are disgruntled with the standard of service you are receiving we urge you to get in touch. Read more…