Have you been injured in an accident that wasn't your fault?
If you were injured or became sick and someone else was at fault, we're here to help.
If you were injured in the last 3 years and another person was to blame, you could claim financial compensation.
We have helped hundreds of people in Heathfield, East Sussex and across the UK. We can help you get the compensation you need too.
What happened?
Starting a personal injury claim is not complicated, but the process will differ depending on how and where you were injured.
Please select how you were injured:
Do I qualify for personal injury compensation?
You should be able to claim financial compensation for your injury if the accident (or 'date of knowledge') happened:
- in the last three years (limitation) and
- was caused by another party (causation) and
- that party owed you a duty of care (liability).
Are there any other points to consider?
Yes. In reality, various other factors can affect whether a successful no win, no fee claim will be possible, such as the accident circumstances or whether the claim is considered to be low-quantum.
A short phone consultation will tell you whether you have a valid compensation claim. There is no obligation to start a claim with Quittance. If you prefer, you can check your claim online with our Injury Claim Checker.
Can I start an injury claim on behalf of a child?
An injured child's parent or legal guardian can start a compensation claim on behalf of the child, as a 'litigation friend'.
Anyone who was injured either during their birth or as a child can start a claim themselves once they turn 18 years old.
Read more:
Child injury compensation claims
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:
Heathfield road accident claims
Vehicle accidents in Heathfield are relatively common. Official 2021 data recorded 1375 road accidents in East Sussex (1036 slight accidents, 321 accidents and 18 fatalities). Accidents in the Heathfield area in 2013 included traffic collisions on the single carriageway of the A267 and B2102 junction and on the single carriageway of the B2096 and A265 junction.
We can help people injured in road accidents that have occurred in Heathfield 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.
Regardless of whether you sustained an injury as a pedestrian, or were hurt in a car collision, this road accident compensation claim guide explains everything you need to know about making a claim.
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Work accident claims in Heathfield
According to the HSE, in 2021, there were 375 non-fatal and 0 fatal work-related accidents in East Sussex. 265 of these accidents led to 7 or more days off work for the injured worker.
| Work accidents in East Sussex (RIDAGGR) | 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 and it wasn't your fault, 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 a garage mechanic or a paramedic, our work accident claim guide sets out everything you need to know about making a successful compensation claim.
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Clinical negligence claims in Heathfield
Clinical (or medical) negligence describes when someone suffers injury or illness as the result of a doctor, nurse or other health worker's lack of care. Our expert solicitor panel can help you make a claim against a private clinic or NHS trust covering Heathfield, including Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust (Royal Sussex County Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, East Sussex).
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Occupiers liability injury claims in Heathfield
There is a legal duty on the owners (occupiers) of premises to take reasonable care to ensure the safety of visitors.
Whether your accident happened on a public footpath or in a hotel, and someone else was at fault, you may be entitled 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
Compensation claims for injuries considered to be serious (catastrophic) typically include amputations, paralysis and brain injuries.
Severe scarring, eye injuries, and debilitating health conditions are also considered to be serious injuries.
If you have suffered a serious injury, we understand the vital difference a successful claim can make.
Compensation can ease the financial load and reduce stress, helping you and your family to focus on your recovery. Our panel of expert serious injury solicitors coordinate with insurance providers and medical professionals, to help you get the rounded support you need.
Read more:
Serious injury compensation claims
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.
When you decide to go ahead, the next step is to discuss your case with an expert solicitor. Your solicitor will handle every stage of your claim and will be there to answer any questions you have.
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 Heathfield and cross the UK.
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FAQs
Have you helped many claimants in Heathfield?
Every year, we help hundreds of injury claimants in Heathfield, East Sussex and across the UK.
Whether you have been injured on the road or during a negligent medical procedure we can introduce you to the best personal injury solicitor for your needs.
Do you work on 100% No Win, No Fee?
If your claim is not successful, 100% of the solicitor's fees are covered. With nothing to pay up front, you only pay a success fee if your solicitor wins your case.
Heathfield solicitor reviews
All injury lawyers must meet strict professional standards, but service levels vary considerably.
Personal recommendations, word of mouth and online reviews will help you to find the right solicitor for your claim.
Read more:
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:
|
Personal injury claim type |
Estimated claim duration* |
|---|---|
|
Road accident claims |
4 to 9 months |
|
Work accident claims |
6 to 9 months |
|
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 |
|
MIB claims (uninsured drivers) |
3 to 4 months** |
|
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:
Jenny Jones, Senior litigator
About the author
With over 20 years' experience in the law, Jenny has spent the last decade specialising in personal injury, with a particular focus on industrial disease cases.