Personal Injury LAW GUIDES

Compensation for the Victims of Violent Crime

If you have been the victim of a crime of violence then you may be eligible for an award of compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA).  The CICA is a government funded body that makes payment to the victim of violent...

Contributory Negligence in Personal Injury Claims

Contributory negligence is a concept based on a claimant being partially at fault or a contributor to an accident which caused their injuries. This type of claim falls into the remit of personal injury and considerations about liability must be considered...

Personal Protective Equipment

There are a number of jobs that require staff to wear specific types of clothing or use certain types of equipment in order to fulfil their duties in a safe manner. This type of equipment is known as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and is set out...

Guide to Work Accident Claims

Employers are obliged to provide their employees with a safe and hazard-free environment in which to work. Unfortunately, accidents still happen, and it may be possible for employees to make a work accident claim against the company. Claims can result...

Claim for a Dog Bite Attack

If you have suffered injury and/or loss as a result of being bitten or attacked by a dog, then you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injuries. You can claim for your physical injuries (including scarring) and any psychological injuries,...

Can I Make a Whiplash Claim?

Regularly associated with road traffic accidents and falls, whiplash is an injury that is recognised to be one of the most common reasons for a person to claim personal injury compensation. Whiplash can vary in severity and present a number of different...

Motorbike Accident Claims

Motorbikes may only contribute to a small number of road traffic accidents, but the consequences of this type of incident can be significant and result in substantial injuries, large financial losses and ongoing medical needs. Those who have suffered...

Asbestos Compensation Claims

Asbestos has had a rich and varied history and was once one of the most prominent building materials within the UK. Asbestos was first used 5,000 years ago and was an important material to all major civilisations since then. It was only by the 1960s...

Bus Passenger Accident Claims

Buses are a popular form of transport, particularly in larger towns and cities. They are used by commuters getting to and from work, students going to schools, colleges and universities, trips to shopping centers and supermarkets, and a whole host of...

A Guide to No Win No Fee Claims

It's arguably one of the most recognised terms in solicitor's marketing but ‘no win, no fee' is not just a promotional tool - this is an offer that significantly reduced the financial restraints of making a personal injury claim. It can be a daunting...

Car Accident Claims – Frequently Asked Questions

Being involved in a car accident can be incredibly traumatic. Even if you are lucky to escape with only minor injuries, the stress and disruption that an accident can have on your life can be significant. When it comes to car accidents and personal injury...

Medical Negligence Claims

The UK has a reputation for having one of the strongest and most successful healthcare systems in the world. We are a nation that prides itself on the ability to treat anyone in our hospitals, irrespective of race, wealth, gender or illness. That said,...

Claiming Compensation for Sexual Abuse

When a person is a victim of a crime, UK law recognises that they should be compensated for damages and losses. Claims for compensation following a sexual abuse case may cover physical injuries as well as psychological. A specialist solicitor will help...

Dog Bite Claims

According to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), there are over 210,000 dog attacks in the UK every year. Dogs may make exceptional companions and irreplaceable additions to any family, but their potential for risk should...

Guide to Occupiers Liability

To maintain safety in all types of premises, UK law sets out guidelines that stipulate the responsibilities of occupiers to visitors. These rules are outlined in the Occupiers Liability Act 1957, which is the legislation used for the protection of visitors...

Hit and Run Accidents

Road accidents can be distressing events that can lead to serious injuries, emotional damage and even fatalities. The complexities of dealing with the aftermath of an accident can be all the more stressful if the driver of the vehicle does not stop at...

RIDDOR and Reporting of Workplace Accidents

It is not a legal requirement for all accidents or injuries involving employees to be logged in the work accident report book, though the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) do encourage this practice. There are however some injuries and accidents that...

Tips for Choosing the Best Personal Injury Lawyers

If you have been involved in an accident that was caused by somebody else's negligence, you might be eligible to make a personal injury claim. In order to make an injury claim, under most circumstance you will need to hire a firm of personal injury lawyers....

Guide to Road Accident Claims

A road accident refers to any accident that happens on the roads and encompasses all forms of vehicle. When a person is involved in a road accident, it can be an incredibly stressful and emotional time. Unfortunately, all too often, there can also be...