Personal Injury Claims Process
Any person who suffers an injury due to someone else’s fault is entitled to compensation for their pain and related losses and expenses. Making a…
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Personal Injury Solicitors in London
If you’ve suffered an injury in an accident that wasn’t your fault, our panel of expert personal injury solicitors in London are here to help. We specialise in No Win No Fee claims and have helped London residents claim compensation for all types of accidents. This includes accidents at work, road traffic accidents, accidents in public, and medical negligence claims.
Our friendly legal advisers will offer you a free initial consultation to discuss your case and your eligibility to make a claim. If you can proceed, you will receive expert legal advice at every step of the way and a no win no fee service. That means you do not have to pay anything upfront, and there is no financial risk to you.
To speak to a personal injury solicitor in London, call 0800 470 0474 today or enter your details into our online claim form to request a call back.
By submitting this form you agree to be contacted by our partners. Find out how we handle your data in our privacy policy. With no win no fee you typically pay 25% of your compensation if your claim is successful, but the fee can vary. Termination fees may apply if you fail to co-operate with your solicitor.
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What type of claims can London personal injury solicitors help me with?
Our team of solicitors in London are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). They are also members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) and meet the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct.
They can help you make a personal injury claim and secure compensation for various types of accidents and negligence, including:
Road Traffic Accident Claims in London
London’s busy streets, with over 2.6 million cars registered in Greater London in 2023, present a significant risk for road traffic accidents. Some of the most common causes of collisions include distracted driving, speeding and reckless driving.
According to Transport for London (TfL), there were 22,900 reported collisions in London in 2023, resulting in 95 deaths, 3,615 severe injuries and 22,466 injuries of a lesser severity. Vulnerable road users, which include pedestrians, cyclists and bikers, account for 82% of fatalities.
London boroughs with the most road traffic accidents in 2021 include Lamberth, with 1,198 collisions; Tower Hamlets, with 1,114 collisions; and Enfield, with 905 collisions. Harrow had the lowest number of accidents, recording 385 in 2021 and just one death.
For cyclists, the most dangerous junctions in London include the Upper Tooting Road, Lamber Road/Kennington Road, Wandsworth Road/North Street and Mitcham Road/Leighton Street. For pedestrians, the most dangerous junction is the Southall High Street & Avenue Road.
If you or a loved one had a road accident anywhere in London, our personal injury experts can help you claim compensation from the responsible party.
Work Accidents in London
The city of London is a global financial centre. It employs around 6.5 million people, and it contributes a very significant portion of the UK’s total GDP.
The majority of people here work in service industries, such as finance, healthcare, education, hospitality, retail and transportation. Close to half a million employees in Greater London work in manufacturing and construction.
London hosts a multitude of large employers across various sectors. These include:
- Major banks, such as HSBC, Barclays and Lloyds Banking Group;
- Global tech companies like Google, IBM and Microsoft;
- Healthcare companies, such as GlaxoSmithKline and AstraZeneca;
- Large retail companies, such as Tesco, ASDA and Amazon;
- The London Market Group, which employs 60,000 people and contributes 2% of the UK’s GDP;
- Government departments and agencies also represent a considerable portion of employment in London.
London’s economic activities are concentrated in several key districts, each known for its specific industries. These include the streets of Soho in the West End, the City of London, which is a historic financial district, and Canary Wharf, the modern financial hub in East London.
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, all employers have a legal duty of care to keep employees safe from harm while doing their job. They have various responsibilities, which include:
- Carry out risk assessments to identify workplace hazards
- Maintain a safe work environment that is free of slip, trip and fall hazards
- Offer adequate training on how to complete the job tasks safely
- Provide personal protective equipment when necessary
- Ensure that all equipment and machinery are regularly maintained and safe for use
If you had a workplace accident and your employer is responsible for your injury, you can make an accident at work claim. Our specialist lawyers will guide you throughout the claims process and handle all communication with your employer on your behalf.
Medical Negligence Solicitors in London
London is served by an extensive network of hospitals and NHS trusts that provide a wide range of healthcare services to its residents. The most notable hospitals in London include:
- St Thomas’ Hospital – a prominent and historic NHS teaching hospital located in central London, provides a wide range of medical services;
- Great Ormond Street Hospital – a leading children’s hospital that offers specialised paediatric care;
- King’s College Hospital – a major teaching hospital and trauma centre, it provides a wide range of specialist services;
- The Royal Marsden – is a world-leading cancer centre that specialises in cancer diagnosis, treatment, research, and education.
All healthcare providers in London, whether they are part of the NHS or the private sector, owe a legal duty of care to patients. They must provide a reasonable standard of care and act according to established guidelines to protect patient safety and well-being.
When this duty of care is breached, and a medical professional’s actions fall below the accepted standard of care, patients can suffer avoidable harm. In such cases, they may be eligible to make a medical negligence compensation claim.
Our specialist medical negligence solicitors in London have helped claimants secure compensation for various types of clinical negligence, including:
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
- Medication errors
- Surgical mistakes
- Birth injuries
- Hospital-acquired infections
- Dental negligence
- Care home negligence
Public Place Accidents in London
Under the Occupiers Liability Act 1957, owners and occupiers of premises owe a legal duty to visitors. They must ensure that all members of the public are safe when using the premises for the purposes for which they are invited or permitted to be there. They should do this by taking measures such as:
- Conduct risk assessments to identify hazards such as slippery surfaces or uneven floors;
- Ensure that the premises are properly maintained and in good repair;
- Provide clear and visible warning signs to inform visitors of known hazards;
- Ensure that all areas are adequately lit;
- Take special consideration for children, as they may be less aware of risks and require a higher degree of care.
When occupiers fail to mitigate the risks of injury and maintain safe premises, various accidents can occur. These include slips, trips and falls, falling objects, escalator accidents, assaults, playground accidents and electric shocks.
Our panel of personal injury solicitors can help you to secure compensation for accidents in various public places around London, including:
- Shopping centres such as Westfield London, Covent Garden or the Brunswick Centre
- Sporting venues such as Wembley Stadium, the Oval, London Stadium and the Den
- Supermarkets such as Aldi, Lidl, Tesco and ASDA
- Department stores such as Harrods, Selfridges, Liberty London and Harvey Nichols
Frequently Asked Questions
Below, we have answered the most common questions that claimants in London have about making a personal injury compensation claim. For more information about the legal process, call free on 0800 470 0474 or use our contact form to request a call back.
If you had an accident in London, the easiest way to find out if you can make a claim for compensation is by contacting a personal injury law firm. An experienced legal adviser can let you know within minutes if you can proceed with a claim.
To do this, they will ask you a few questions to verify whether:
- Another party owed you a duty of care legally
- They breached this duty, which led to an accident or incident
- As a result, you suffered personal injury and other losses
- The accident happened within the time limit (usually 3 years)
If these apply to your situation, you will be paired with a specialist personal injury lawyer in London with expertise in your type of case. They will help you build a compelling accident claim and secure the best possible compensation for your pain, suffering and financial losses.
You will need various types of evidence to start a claim for personal injury and secure compensation for your losses. Your lawyer will help you gather everything you need to support your claim, which could include:
- Medical evidence, such as diagnostic tests, hospital records and doctor’s notes;
- Reports from medical specialists about your long-term care needs;
- Photographs and videos of the accident scene and your injuries;
- CCTV footage of the accident, if available;
- Witness statements as well as your own testimony;
- Accident and police reports;
- Evidence of financial losses, such as receipts, invoices and payslips.
If you are injured due to your employer’s negligence, you have a legal right to seek compensation from them without fear of reprisal. However, many employees worry that this might put their jobs at risk or strain their relationships with their employers.
But you should know that if you make a legitimate personal injury claim, it would be illegal for them to dismiss you solely for this reason. If they take any unlawful action against you, you can make a further claim at an employment tribunal under unfair dismissal laws.
Also, whether you work for a top company in London, such as Google or Bloomberg, or a small local business, your employer must hold valid EL insurance. This will cover any illnesses or injuries you suffer at work, so your employer will not be left out of pocket.
The amount of compensation awarded for personal injury cases is calculated based on two types of damages:
- General damages cover the subjective impact of the injury or illness, such as pain, suffering and loss of amenities.
- Special damages compensate for tangible economic losses, such as medical expenses, care costs and loss of earnings.
According to our personal injury compensation calculator and the Judicial College guidelines, you could receive:
- Between £3,150 and £282,010 for a negligent amputation claim
- Between £1,880 and £493,000 for a brain injury claim
- Between £10,450 and £380,000 for a spinal cord injury claim
- Between £2,020 and £240,590 for a leg injury claim
- Between £1,760 and £281,520 for an arm injury claim
Your personal injury team in London will ensure you receive the maximum compensation award owed to you.
Every day, children are admitted to London hospitals with injuries caused by various types of negligence. According to TfL, 225 children were killed or severely injured in road traffic accidents in Greater London in 2022 alone.
If your child suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to claim compensation on their behalf. A specialist personal injury solicitor in London can help you apply to represent them as a litigation friend and start the claims process.
Any compensation awarded to your child will be kept in a court bank account and released to them on their 18th birthday. Alternatively, your lawyer can help you set up a personal injury trust in their name.
Yes. Our team of London personal injury solicitors can assist you with all types of claims, even if there were no witnesses to your accident.
While witness statements are valuable, especially from independent witnesses, you can use various other types of evidence to prove liability. These include photographs of the accident scene, CCTV footage, reports from accident reconstruction experts and your testimony.
It is difficult to estimate how long a claim may take to settle without knowing all the details of the case. The timeline can vary from a few months to more than five years, depending on several factors that include:
- The type and severity of your injury and accident
- Whether the other party disputes liability
- How long it takes to gather evidence
- The type of claim you are making
- Whether you can negotiate a settlement or must issue court proceedings
- Whether your case goes to court
Our highly experienced personal injury lawyers in London will work hard to settle your claim in the shortest time possible. They may also be able to secure interim payments to help you cover immediate financial needs.
If you have a valid claim for compensation, our specialist accident lawyers are happy to offer you a no win no fee service. This is the preferred way of accessing legal representation because there are no upfront legal fees, and you only pay your solicitor if you win.
If you receive compensation, your solicitor is entitled to a pre-agreed percentage of it for their services, capped at 25% of general damages and past financial losses. If you lose, you do not have to pay them a single penny.
To find out if you can make a claim, contact our team of personal injury solicitors in London by calling free on 0800 470 0474. Alternatively, you can use our simple claim form to request a call back.
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