Have you been injured in an accident that wasn't your fault?
Our personal injury experts are here to help.
You can make a no win, no fee compensation claim with the help and support of a personal injury solicitor.
We have helped injured people in Hailsham, East Sussex and across the UK claim compensation for their injuries.
What happened?
The process your solicitor will follow when making an injury claim will depend on where and how you were injured.
Please select how you were injured:
Am I eligible to make a personal injury claim?
You should be able to claim financial compensation for your injury if the accident (or date of injury diagnosis) happened:
- in the last three years, and;
- someone else was to blame, and;
- that person owed you a duty of care.
Are there any other factors that could affect my right to claim?
Yes. In reality, several other factors can affect whether a successful claim will be possible, such as the type of accident or the quantum of the claim.
Why not speak to an expert now on 0800 376 1001 to find out if you have a claim. Alternatively, find out if you have a claim with our Personal Injury Claim Checker.
Are claim rules the same if a child is injured?
Whether you were injured in a road accident, at the park, or in any other situation, you can start a claim at any point until your 21st birthday.
As an injured child's parent or guardian, you can instruct an injury lawyer to start a compensation claim on behalf of the child until they turn 18 years old.
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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:
Road accident claims in Hailsham
Car, HGV, cycle and motorcycle accidents in Hailsham are relatively common. Government data indicates there were 1375 road accidents in East Sussex in 2021 (1036 slight accidents, 321 accidents and 18 fatalities). Incidents in Hailsham in 2013 included car crashes on the A22 and A295 roundabout and on the single carriageway of the A295 and B2104 junction.
All road users owe a duty of care to all other road users. If you have suffered a road injury in Hailsham, or anywhere else in the UK, we can help you claim the no win, no fee compensation you need.
Whether you have been involved in a cycling accident, or have been hurt in a collision, we can help you take action. Our road accident claim guide sets out what you need to know about starting a claim.
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Hailsham work accident claims
In 2021, there were 375 non-fatal work accidents and 0 fatalities in East Sussex, based on official records.
| East Sussex work accidents (HSE) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| General | 16% |
| Electric shock | 1% |
| Machinery related injury | 5% |
| Exposed to explosion | 0% |
| Fire related (e.g. burns) | 0% |
| Harmful substance exposure (e.g. toxic torts) | 1% |
| Fall from height | 9% |
| Animal related (e.g. serious cat scratches) | 2% |
| Lifting and carrying | 12% |
| Physical assault | 3% |
| Slip, trip or fall (not from height) | 36% |
| Struck against | 5% |
| Hit by vehicle | 2% |
| Struck by object | 8% |
| Trapped by something collapsing | 1% |
If you were injured at work in the last three years, you may be able to claim compensation.
Whether your accident occurred while you were working as a care home worker or a doctor, our work accident claim guide explains your legal rights and how you can make a successful work accident claim.
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Hailsham clinical negligence claims
Clinical (or medical) negligence is the term used when a patient is injured or becomes ill as the result of the lack of care of a doctor or other health worker. If you have been affected by medical negligence, we can help you claim compensation from one of the clinics and NHS trusts responsible for Hailsham, including Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust (Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, East Sussex).
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Hailsham Occupiers liability injury claims
A compensation claim for an injury on property or land that is accessible to the general public is called a public liability claim.
Whether you were injured in a hotel or at a public swimming pool, you may be able to claim compensation.
If you've been in an accident in a public area, our panel of personal injury solicitors can help you.
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Compensation claims for serious injuries
Catastrophic injuries that involve long-term treatment and recovery, or have a debilitating impact on your life, include spinal or brain injuries.
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.
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Serious and catastrophic injury compensation
Will I need to travel to a solicitor's office?
There is no need to visit your solicitor's office in person if you are thinking about making a claim.
Before you start your claim, you can speak to a trained injury claims advisor about your options.
Once you do start your claim, a specialist solicitor will take you through each step. Your lawyer will be with you throughout the process, from your initial questions to the day 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 Hailsham and cross the UK.
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Frequently asked questions
Has Quittance helped many claimants in Hailsham?
Whether you live in Hailsham, East Sussex, or elsewhere in the UK, we can help you make a no win, no fee compensation claim.
Whether your injury occurred because of a coworker's negligence, in a road traffic accident or during a negligent medical procedure we will ensure your case is handled by an expert, specialist solicitor.
Is your service 100% No Win, No Fee?
Our no win, no fee service means that 100% of your legal fees are covered if your case is not successful. This means you will never be out of pocket.
Hailsham solicitor reviews
All injury lawyers must meet strict professional standards, but service levels vary considerably. Online reviews will help you choose the best solicitor for your needs.
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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* |
|---|---|
|
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 |
|
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.
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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.