If you or someone you know has ever been in an accident, it can have a terrible impact on your life. Accidents can cause you to suffer physically, psychologically and financially. In case you have sustained an accident due to someone else negligence, you have the right to file a compensation claim. You may feel like handling all the legal proceedings alone, but it can be a daunting process. Therefore, choosing the right solicitor is crucial. Claim Time Solicitors understands the emotional and physical toll accidents can take, that is why our team of personal injury solicitors is here to help you through every step of the process.
How to choose a personal injury solicitor
The success of your claim is directly associated with the personal injury solicitor you choose. To ensure that you make an informed choice, the following are some points you should consider while appointing a lawyer for your claim
- Research for personal injury solicitor by gathering recommendations from trusted sources. Speak with friends and family who had positive experiences with their claim. You can also surf the internet and check for reviews to find potential candidates.
- After shortlisting suitable candidates, conduct online research and do a background check on each one of them. Learn about their background, experience, and expertise. This research will help you streamline your list and identify possible candidates who have the knowledge and experience you need for your personal injury claim.
- It’s important to consider the experience and the success rate of the lawyer you want to choose for your claim. Always look for a solicitor who has several years of experience and a proven track record of success.
- It is important to feel comfortable working with your personal injury lawyer and trust their expertise and judgment. Therefore, effective communication with the solicitor can help you build a strong relationship with them. While doing so you can also assess the lawyer’s communication style and ability to legal processes.
- Before making any decision, make sure to discuss the fees and other costs involved in the process. Many firms offer no win no fee policies, where your fee is typically a percentage of the settlement or verdict obtained on your behalf.
The process of managing personal Injury claims: What you need to know
Personal injury claims follow a roadmap which ensures justice for all parties. Under the Civil Procedure Rules, the limit for lower-value personal injury claims is £1,000 (based on the estimated level of compensation for the injury itself, apart from any additional damages for financial loss). The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has established pre-action protocols that are suited depending on the claim type and value, which streamline the steps that both parties should take before legal proceedings commence.
Below is an overview of the typical response times
- Road Traffic Accidents (RTA): Defendants have 4–9 months to respond.
- Workplace Accidents: Responses typically vary from 6–12 months.
- Public Liability: Defendants have 6–12 months to validate a claim.
- Industrial Disease: Defendants have 12-18 months to claim.
- Medical Negligence: Defendants have 12-36 months to claim
Factors that affect the length of a personal injury claim
Many factors impact the time taken to settle your claim which includes the severity of your injury. More severe injury requires larger recovery periods, which can extend the total settlement time. Sometimes the cases are very complex and include multiple people responsible, then it becomes difficult for the lawyer to prove who is at fault, thereby delaying the settlement process. On numerous occasions the defendant doesn’t take accountability for the incident, this can stall things down. In a hit-and-run case, if the identity of the driver is unknown, complications may arise and slow down the process.
Several other factors affect the length of your claim. To learn more about this you can always contact Claim Time where our experienced personal injury solicitors will guide you through the process. Our team, with their immense expertise and diligence, are committed to making the process as seamless as they can.
How we can assist you with your injury claim
By choosing to work with Claim Time Solicitors you are associating with the most trustworthy team which is committed to your success. Our personal injury solicitors manage no win no fee cases each year, securing millions in compensation. Our experienced solicitors understand how the accident might have a traumatic impact on your life which is why we try to create personalised strategies for your needs.
Our wide-ranging secure nationwide network ensures that you have easy access to our legal team, whether you are located in London, Birmingham or anywhere across the UK. Reach out to our no win no fee lawyers at 8009702727. You can also contact us online to schedule a callback from us, we will connect to you shortly.