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If either you were injured or became sick and someone else was at fault, we're here to help.
If your injuries were caused by someone else's actions or negligence, you may be able to claim compensation.
We have helped injured people in Bury, Greater Manchester and throughout the UK. We can help you get the compensation you need too.
How did your injury occur?
There are several steps involved in making an injury claim. The steps involved will depend on how and where you were injured.
Please select how you were injured to find out more:
Do I have a claim?
The main criteria for making a claim are that the injury must have occurred:
- within the last three years (except in the case of children), and;
- another person was negligent or at fault, and;
- that person owed you a duty of care.
Are there any other points to consider?
Yes. There are several other factors that can affect whether a successful no win, no fee claim will be possible, such as the type of accident or whether there was a criminal incident.
It costs nothing to find out if you are eligible to claim. Speak to a legally trained expert now on 0800 376 1001. Alternatively, find out if you have a claim with our Personal Injury Claim Checker.
Can I start an injury claim on behalf of a child?
Whether you were injured on a playground, at school, or anywhere else, you can start a claim at any point until your 21st birthday.
An injured child's parent or legal guardian can start a compensation claim on behalf of the child, as a 'litigation friend'.
Read more:
Claim child injury compensation
How much compensation can I claim for an injury?
The amount of money you could claim for your injury will depend on:
- the extent of your injury, and
- any financial losses or costs you have incurred.
At the start of your claim, your solicitor will consider the many ways your injury has affected your life. Your solicitor will take all of these effects into account to calculate the correct compensation award for you.
General damages
General damages are awarded for pain, suffering and loss of amenity (PSLA).
Awards for general damages are set by the Judicial College and published in their guidelines for personal injury awards.
Special damages
Special damages are for financial losses and expenses you have incurred as a result of the accident.
What can I claim for after an injury? (see list)
Examples of special damages (losses you can claim for) include:
- Lost earnings (including future earnings)
- Medical treatment costs
- Physiotherapy
- Travel costs
- Costs of care
- Costs of adapting your home or car
Calculate my injury compensation
Calculating how much compensation you can claim for an injury can be complicated.
Our injury compensation calculator tells you if you may have a claim, how much compensation you could claim, and what you can claim for.
Find out what your injury claim could be worth now:
Bury road accident claims
Car, HGV, cycle and motorcycle accidents in Bury are relatively common. Government data indicates there were 307 road accidents in Bury in 2021 (240 slight accidents, 60 accidents and 7 fatalities). Incidents in the Bury region in 2013 included collisions on the single carriageway of the A56 and A6053 crossroads and on the single carriageway of the A56 and A58 junction.
If you have been unfortunate enough to be injured in one of the 100's of serious road accidents that occur in Bury and across the UK every year, you may be able to claim no win, no fee compensation.
Whether you sustained an injury riding a bike, or have been hurt in a collision on the motorway, our expert team are here. Our expert guide sets out how to start a road accident compensation claim.
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Bury work accident claims
In Bury, there were 141 non-fatal work accidents and 0 fatalities in 2021, according to official Government data.
| Bury work accidents (RIDAGGR) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Undefined | 7% |
| Electrical injury | 0% |
| Machinery related injury | 3% |
| Exposed to explosion | 0% |
| Fire related (e.g. scars) | 0% |
| Harmful substance exposure (e.g. arsenic poisoning) | 1% |
| Fall from height (scaffolding) | 4% |
| Injured by an animal | 0% |
| Lifting and carrying | 27% |
| Physical attack | 13% |
| Slip or trip | 30% |
| Struck against | 4% |
| Hit by vehicle | 2% |
| Struck by object | 8% |
| Crushed by something collapsing | 0% |
If you have been injured as a result of your employer's actions or negligence, you have the right to make a claim.
Whether you suffered an injury or illness working as a retail worker or a surveyor, our work accident claim guide explains your legal rights and how to start a successful work accident claim.
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Bury clinical negligence claims
When a patient is injured or becomes ill as the result of a doctor or other medical professional's lack of care, it may be possible to make a clinical negligence claim. Our expert solicitor panel can help you claim compensation from a private clinic or NHS trust covering Bury, including Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (Cobbett House, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester).
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Bury Occupiers liability injury claims
UK law states that owners (occupiers) of premises are liable for the safety and welfare of all visitors.
Whether you were injured in a park or when travelling on public transport, you may be able to claim compensation.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a public place, we can help.
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Compensation claims for serious injuries
Serious injury claims, which are sometimes called catastrophic injuries or large-loss claims, include compensation for life-changing injuries like brain or spinal injuries, amputation, burns or multiple fractures, and can also include other injuries and chronic conditions.
A successful claim will reduce the burden of bills and other financial issues, so you and your family can focus on your recovery. Our panel of expert serious injury solicitors work with medical care specialists and insurance providers, to get the rounded support you need.
Read more:
Claim catastrophic injury compensation
Do I need to visit a solicitor's office?
If you are planning to start a claim, you do not need to go to a solicitor's office.
You can begin with a free phone consultation with a legally-trained advisor. Your advisor will set out your options for compensation, and there is no obligation to proceed.
Whenever you are ready, you can speak to a solicitor. They will address any questions you have, and will take care of each stage of the claims process until you recieve your compensation.
No win, no fee injury compensation claims
With no win, no fee, you can claim injury compensation without financial risk. If your claim isn't successful, you pay nothing. If you win, you only pay a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation.
How we can help you
Your solicitor will fight for the best possible compensation settlement for you, and the highly-experienced panel of solicitors have an excellent track record of winning injury claims in Bury and cross the UK.
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Frequently asked questions
Have you helped many injury claimants in Bury?
We assist 100's of injured claimants in Bury and Greater Manchester every year.
Your solicitor will fight hard to win your case and recover the best possible compensation sum, regardless of whether you were injured due to a manager's negligence or as a result of a missed diagnosis.
Are claims run on a 100% No Win, No Fee basis?
If your claim is not successful, 100% of the solicitor's fees are covered. You won't have to pay a penny to start a claim.
Bury personal injury solicitor reviews
The SRA regulate the professional standards of all injury solicitors. Despite this, service levels do vary from firm to firm. Personal recommendations and online reviews can make it easier to decide which solicitor is the right fit for you.
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Personal injury lawyer reviews
Can I claim for someone else?
Yes. It is possible to claim compensation on behalf of another person, in the capacity of a 'litigation friend'.
If, for example, an injured person is either too young or vulnerable, too injured or otherwise unable to claim on their own behalf, their litigation friend can handle the claim process for them.
The litigation friend will be responsible for communicating with the personal injury solicitors, and for making decisions in respect of the claim.
Read more:
Read more about claiming on behalf of another person.
Can I claim if I was partly to blame?
Even if you feel you were partly responsible for your accident, you may still be able to claim compensation.
You may also still be able to claim if something you did (or failed to do) meant your injuries were more serious than they might have otherwise been (e.g. you were knocked off your bike, but you weren't wearing a helmet).
If you were partly to blame, this is known as contributory negligence. Successful claims are often made on the basis of contributory negligence, although compensation may be reduced.
Read more:
Claiming compensation if you were partly responsible for an accident.
How long will my claim take?
The time needed to resolve a compensation claim and pay out compensation can vary considerably.
For example, straightforward car accident claims can settle in a matter of weeks, whereas complex medical negligence cases can sometimes take years.
Injury claims can also take longer if it is not clear who is responsible for your injury, or if liability is denied by the defendant.
This table sets out approximately how long personal injury claims take to settle:
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Personal injury claim type |
Estimated claim duration* |
|---|---|
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Road accident claims |
4 to 9 months |
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Work accident claims |
6 to 9 months |
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Medical negligence claims |
12 to 36 months |
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Industrial disease claims |
12 to 18 months |
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Public place or occupiers’ liability claims |
6 to 9 months |
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MIB claims (uninsured drivers) |
3 to 4 months** |
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CICA claims (criminal assault) |
12 to 18 months** |
**Official Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) Government agency and Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) figures.
Read more about how long personal injury claims take.
Will I have to go to court?
The vast majority of claims that are settled by the solicitor panel are settled out of court.
Only a very small percentage (approx. 2%) of personal injury claims go to court - typically only very complex cases, or those where liability cannot be resolved.
Read more:
Will my injury claim go to court and what if it does?
Can I get an early (interim) compensation payment?
If you suffer financial hardship as a result of an injury, you may be able to claim an interim compensation payment.
An interim payment is a partial settlement of your claim which is paid out to you before your claim is concluded. The amount you receive in interim payments would then be deducted from your final compensation settlement or award.
Read more:
Can I get interim compensation payments?
Author:
Howard Willis, Personal injury solicitor
About the author
Howard qualified as a solicitor in 1984 and has specialised in personal injury for over 25 years. He is a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) and is a recognised Law Society Personal Injury Panel expert.