Appeal
If you have made a personal injury claim and you are not satisfied with the decision of the court, you may be able to make an appeal. An appeal is a request for a higher court to review a decision made by a lower court or a tribunal.
In a personal injury claim, an appeal may be made if you believe the court’s decision was wrong due to an error of law or fact. For example, if you believe the judge misinterpreted evidence showing that the defendant was clearly at fault for your injuries, you may want to appeal the decision. An appeal may also be possible if new evidence comes to light, which was unavailable during the original court hearing.
The appeals process can be complex and time-consuming. If you are considering appealing the decision in your personal injury claim, discussing this with your personal injury solicitor as soon as possible is essential. This is because there is a time limit of 21 days to lodge an appeal from the date of the court’s decision.
Your injury lawyer will review the evidence presented in your case to determine if there are valid grounds to appeal. They will then file the necessary paperwork with the court and prepare your case for appeal.
If your appeal is successful, the higher court may overturn the decision of the lower court and order a new trial or a new decision. If your appeal is unsuccessful, the decision of the lower court will stand.
It is important to note that not all decisions can be appealed. Your solicitor can advise you on the likelihood of success in appealing a decision and whether it is worth pursuing.
