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With no win, no fee, you'll be represented by an expert solicitor with no upfront cost and nothing to pay if your claim is unsuccessful.
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Understanding the claims process
For the past 10 years, our network of personal injury solicitors has been dedicated to helping injury victims in Darlington and across the UK understand their legal options and secure the compensation they need for their recovery.
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Road accident claims in Darlington
Vehicle accidents in Darlington are reasonably common. Official 2021 data recorded 154 road accidents in Darlington. 113 slight accidents, 41 accidents and 0 fatalities occurred on Darlington's roads in 2021. Incidents in the Darlington area in 2013 included traffic collisions on the dual carriageway of the B6280 and A167 roundabout and on the A167 and B6279 roundabout.
All road users in Darlington and across the UK, owe a legal duty of care to each other, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. If someone else was to blame for your injury, you may be able to claim compensation.
Whether you sustained an injury as a pedestrian, or were a passenger in a car accident, our team are here. Our guide sets out how to claim road accident compensation.
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Work accident claims in Darlington
In Darlington, there were 113 non-fatal work accidents and 0 fatalities in 2021, based on Health and Safety Executive (HSE) records.
Have you been injured at work and your employer or another member of staff was negligent? If so you may be able to claim compensation through their liability insurance.
Whether your accident happened while working as a hairdresser or a site labourer, our work accident claim guide covers everything you need to know about making a successful claim.
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How common are work accidents in Darlington?
| Darlington work accidents (RIDAGGR) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Undefined | 11% |
| Electric shock injury (e.g. burns) | 1% |
| Machinery related injury | 2% |
| Fire related | 1% |
| Exposure to harmful substance | 1% |
| Fall from height (ladder) | 5% |
| Injured by an animal | 2% |
| Lifting | 29% |
| Assault | 6% |
| Slip, trip, fall same level | 33% |
| Struck against | 3% |
| Struck by moving vehicle | 2% |
| Hit by object | 5% |
| Trapped by something collapsing | 0% |
Public place injury claims in Darlington
UK law states that owners (occupiers) of premises are liable for the safety and welfare of all visitors.
Whether you have been injured on a wet floor at a supermarket or on a public highway, and another party was to blame, you may be entitled to claim compensation.
If you or a family member has been injured in a public place, we can help.
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Clinical negligence claims in Darlington
Clinical negligence is the term used when a patient sustains an injury or illness due to the lack of care of a doctor, nurse or other health worker. Quittance's expert panel of injury lawyers can help you claim compensation from one of the private clinics and NHS trusts covering Darlington, including County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (Darlington Memorial Hospital, Hollyhurst Road, Darlington).
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Case Studies
£ 316,300
County Durham & Darlington NHS Trust negligence claim
Negligence causes hip injury, life restrictions and pain
£ 80,000
Construction worker injured at work by a digger.
Kevin Walker secures over £80,000 for client's hand injury
£ 120,000
Biker fractures clavicle in collision with a car
£120,000 secured by Rakhi Chauhan for a biker with head injuries
Advice and information near you
Not ready to speak to a solicitor? Local resources for Darlington are available to help you understand your rights and offer free advice on your options.
Citizens Advice Darlington, Redcar and Cleveland (Darlington Office)
The CORE
Church Row
Darlington
County Durham
DL1 5QD
01325 266888
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Darlington Memorial Hospital
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
0191 333 2333