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 can help.
Whether you were injured due to a careless driver, employer or anyone else, you may be eligible to claim compensation.
We have helped injured people in Ilfracombe, Devon and throughout the UK get the compensation they need.
What happened?
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:
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:
- within the last three years, and;
- another person was at least partly to blame, and;
- that person owed you a duty of care.
Are there any other factors that could affect my right to claim?
Yes. There are numerous other factors that can affect whether a successful claim will be possible, such as the accident circumstances or the quantum of the claim.
It costs nothing to find out if you are entitled to injury compensation. Speak to an injury solicitor now on 0800 376 1001. If you prefer, you can check your claim online with our Online Claim Checker.
Can I claim if I was injured as a child?
If you are the parent or guardian of an injured child, you can start a claim on their behalf, at any time until the child's 18th birthday. Whether you were injured on a playground, at school, or anywhere else, you can begin an injury claim at any time until you are 21 years old.
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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:
Ilfracombe road accident claims
Vehicle accidents in Ilfracombe are reasonably common. Government data reveals there were 1695 road accidents in Devon in 2021, including 1366 slight accidents, 302 accidents and 27 fatalities.
If you've been injured by another road user's actions or negligence, we can help you get the support and financial compensation you need for your recovery.
Whether you were hurt in a collision, or sustained an injury in a hit-and-run, our specialist team are here. Our expert guide explains how to make a road accident claim.
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Work injury claims in Ilfracombe
Devon Health and Safety Executive data for 2021 revealed there were 647 non-fatal and 3 fatal work accidents. The injured worker was required to take 7 or more days off work in 463 cases.
| Devon work accidents (RIDAGGR) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Other | 13% |
| Machinery related injury | 2% |
| Explosion related (e.g. gas) | 0% |
| Harmful substance exposure (e.g. mercury poisoning) | 1% |
| Fall from height | 9% |
| Animal related (e.g. dog bites) | 0% |
| Manual handling | 28% |
| Assault | 0% |
| Slip, trip, fall same level | 27% |
| Struck against | 5% |
| Struck by moving vehicle | 1% |
| Struck by object | 15% |
Have you been injured at work and your employer, or another member of staff, was to blame? If so you may be able to claim compensation through your employer's liability insurance.
All employers owe a duty of care to their employees. Whether you were injured or made ill when working as an HGV driver or an office worker, our work accident claim guide sets out everything you need to know about making a successful claim.
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Medical negligence claims in Ilfracombe
When a patient is injured or becomes ill due to a GP, nurse or other medical professional's carelessness, it may be possible to make a medical negligence claim. If you have been the victim of clinical negligence, our panel of specialist clinical negligence solicitors can help you make a claim against any of the clinics and NHS trusts responsible for Ilfracombe.
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Occupiers liability accident claims in Ilfracombe
An individual or company that owns or occupies a property has a legal duty of care to the people who visit it.
Whether your accident occurred at an amusement park or on a station platform, and another party was to blame, you may be able to claim compensation for your injuries and any financial losses.
If you've been hurt in an accident in a public area, we can help you.
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Serious injury claims
Any major injury or long-term health condition that has had a life-altering impact may be referred to as a 'serious injury'. Examples include brain or spinal injuries, but could also include other illnesses and injuries such as loss of sight, cancer and back injuries.
We understand how vital catastrophic injury compensation can be, helping you to focus on your recovery and rehabilitation. A claim will help to ease the financial burden, stress and uncertainty following a serious accident.
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Catastrophic injury compensation claims
Will I have to visit my solicitor's office in person?
Personal injury claims are conducted remotely. This means you won't have to travel to your solicitor's office when making a claim.
A friendly advisor will talk to you about what happened on a brief phone call. Your advisor can then confirm if you may have a claim, but there is no obligation to proceed.
If you decide to start a claim, you will speak to a specialist solicitor. Your solicitor will always be available to answer any questions, and they will keep you updated every step of the way.
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 Ilfracombe and cross the UK.
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FAQs
Has Quittance helped many Ilfracombe injury claimants?
We can help you start a claim for no win, no fee injury compensation, whether you live in Ilfracombe, Devon, or anywhere in the UK.
Regardless of whether you were hurt in a bicycle accident, at work or in public, your injury lawyer will recover the best possible compensation for your injuries.
Can I get 100% No Win, No Fee?
If your claim is not successful, our No Win, No Fee policy covers 100% of your legal fees. This takes the financial risk out of making a claim.
Ilfracombe personal injury solicitor reviews
All injury lawyers must meet strict professional standards, service levels can vary.
Online reviews will make it easier to choose the best injury lawyer 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:
|
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 |
|
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.
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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.
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Can I get interim compensation payments?
Author:
Jonathan Speight, Senior litigator
About the author
Jonathan has over 30 years' experience in the personal injury sector and has been awarded the rank of Senior Litigator by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).