Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any costs for me to pay ?
NO. Funding for your claim will be provided for the disbursements to your panel appointed solicitor. You are not responsible for any costs associated with you claim.
If you are successful in your claim you will receive all of the compensation due to you.
Your panel of solicitors will recover their fees from the people you are making the claim against.
There is absolutely no cost to you wether you win or lose.
What is the procedure for submitting a claim ?
Simply log your details onto the short claims request form on our home page and submit it.
When we receive your enquiry, one of our highly trained members of staff will call you without any obligation or cost to discuss your claim.
Is there any time limit on me claiming ?
There is a statutory limit of three years from the date of the accident, any claim will be taken if submitted within this period.
How long will my claim take to settle ?
This will largely depend on the nature of the injury and the type of claim.
Straightforward claims should be resolved within a 12 month period. Other more complex cases may take longer in which case you can claim interim damages if available.
Do I need to have visited a G.P or hospital with my injuries ?
It can be of assistance to your claim to have a written record of your injuries but it is not essential, it should not prevent us from presenting your claim.
Why can I be legally represented without incurring legal costs ?
Your appointed solicitor will enter into a conditional fee agreement in relation to their legal costs and a policy of insurance (paid for by the appointed panel solicitor) will be issued to protect you against any other costs.
If you are successful then all of your legal costs will be covered by the responsible third party.
If for any reason your claim is unsuccessful then the insurance policy will cover you in relation to all costs.
You will not be charged in any way for your claim, regardless of the outcome.
Who funds the premium and disbursements on the case ?
The cost of your insurance policy and the disbursements will be paid in full by your appointed panel solicitor.
Disbursements usually include medical reports, assessors and court fees.You will not be charged at all for your claim, win or lose.
Who will represent me in my injury claim ?
Our specialist personal injury lawyers who have agreed acceptable service standards will represent you.
You will be provided with full details of your appointed solicitor who will represent you and we can provide testimonials of the excellent service that they provide.