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injury claim in Hastings
Every solicitor has a unique set of skills and experience. From our network of solicitors, we'll connect you with the expert who's right for your claim.
Find out why an experienced solicitor with the right expertise can improve your chances of a successful outcome and maximise your compensation.
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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.
If you win your claim, your solicitor will receive a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation.
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- If you qualify to claim
- How much you can claim
- Other losses you can claim for
Understanding the claims process
For the past 10 years, our network of personal injury solicitors has been dedicated to helping injury victims in Hastings and across the UK understand their legal options and secure the compensation they need for their recovery.
Get the facts about making a claim in Hastings
Road accident claims in Hastings
Vehicle accidents in Hastings are quite common. Department of Transport data shows there were 1375 road accidents in East Sussex in 2021 (1036 slight accidents, 321 accidents and 18 fatalities). Incidents in Hastings in 2013 included car crashes on the single carriageway of the A259 and A2102 junction and on the single carriageway of the A21 and B2159 junction.
We can help people injured in road accidents that have occurred in Hastings and throughout England and Wales. You may be able to claim compensation if you were injured as a driver, passenger, cyclist or pedestrian and another road user was liable.
Whether you were injured in a motorcycle accident, or have been hurt in a car crash, this guide sets out how to make a road accident injury claim.
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Work accident claims in Hastings
In 2021, there were 83 non-fatal work accidents and 0 fatalities in Hastings.
If you've suffered an injury following an accident at work, you may be able to claim compensation.
Employers and site operators owe a duty of care to their staff, to visitors and contractors. Whether you sustained an injury when working as an HGV driver or an office worker, our work accident claim guide shows you how to make a successful no win, no fee claim.
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Work accident compensation claims
How common are Hastings work accidents?
| Work accidents in Hastings (HSE) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Other | 11% |
| Electric shock | 1% |
| Machinery related injury | 3% |
| Fire related (e.g. scars) | 0% |
| Harmful substance exposure (e.g. lead poisoning) | 1% |
| Fall from height (ladder) | 9% |
| Animal related (e.g. dog bites) | 0% |
| Manual handling | 27% |
| Assault | 8% |
| Slip, trip, fall same level | 32% |
| Struck against | 1% |
| Struck by moving vehicle | 0% |
| Hit by falling object | 5% |
| Crushed by something collapsing | 1% |
Public place accidents claims in Hastings
UK law imposes a duty of care on property owners and operators (occupiers) to ensure that their property is safe for anyone visiting the premises.
Whether your accident occurred in a hotel or in a playground, you may be entitled to make an injury claim.
If you've been injured in a public place, we can help you.
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Public place accident compensation claims
Clinical negligence claims in Hastings
When a person is injured due to a GP, nurse or other health worker's carelessness, it may be possible to make a clinical negligence claim. Our expert solicitor panel can help you make a claim against a clinic or NHS trust responsible for Hastings, including Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust (Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, East Sussex).
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Case Studies
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West Sussex Health & Social Care NHS Trust negligence claim
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£ 60,000
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Compensation for failure to diagnose cauda equina syndrome.
£ 1.4 million
Biker injured in collision with an oncoming car
Kevin Walker wins over £1.4m for seriously injured motorcyclist
Useful Hastings resources
Not sure about taking legal action? We've listed local services that provide free help and support before you seek legal advice for your Hastings injury claim.
Citizens Advice 1066
The Magnet Centre
Alfred Street
St. Leonards On Sea
East Sussex
TN38 0HD
01424 869352
Hastings Borough Council
Hastings Town Hall Queens Square Hastings East Sussex TN34 1TL
01424 451111
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
St. Annes House
729The Ridge
St. Leonards-on-Sea
East Sussex
TN37 7PT
01424 755255