Have you been injured in an accident that wasn't your fault?
If your life or the life of a loved one has been affected by an injury, we can help.
Making a no win, no fee claim could help you get the compensation you need for an injury or illness that wasn't your fault.
Each year, we help injured claimants in Leicester, Leicestershire and across the UK get the best possible compensation for their injuries.
What caused your injury?
The claims process is different, depending on how and where you were injured. Personal injury solicitors tend to specialise in specific types of claim.
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Can I make a claim?
You should be eligible to make an injury claim if your injury occurred:
- within the last three years, and;
- another person was to blame, and;
- that person owed you a duty of care.
Are there any other points to consider?
Yes. There are quite a few other factors that can affect whether a successful no win, no fee claim will be possible, such as the type of accident or whether a child was injured.
It costs nothing to find out if you have a valid claim. Speak to a legal expert now on 0800 376 1001. Alternatively, find out if you have a claim with our Personal Injury Claim Checker.
What if the injured claimant is a child?
Regardless of when the injury occurred, an injured child's parent or legal guardian can start a compensation claim on behalf of the child at any point until the child's 18th birthday. If you suffered an injury as a child, you have until you turn 21 years old to claim compensation.
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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.
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Road accident claims in Leicester
Vehicle accidents in Leicester are relatively common. Government data reveals there were 926 road accidents in Leicestershire in 2021 (656 slight accidents, 250 accidents and 20 fatalities). Accidents in the Leicester region in 2013 included collisions on the dual carriageway of the A47 and A594 roundabout and on the dual carriageway of the A594 and A426 junction.
All road users, including cyclists, drivers, and pedestrians, owe a duty of care to all other users. If you have been injured as a result of the actions or negligence of another road user, you may be able to start a no win, no fee claim for compensation.
Whether you were injured in a cycling accident, or have been hurt in a collision, our specialist team are here. Our guide to road accident compensation claims explains everything you need to know about how to claim.
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Work injury claims in Leicester
In Leicester, there were 306 non-fatal work accidents and 0 fatalities in 2021, according to official Government data.
| Work accidents in Leicester (HSE) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| General | 9% |
| Electric shock | 0% |
| Machinery related injury | 4% |
| Explosion related | 0% |
| Fire related (e.g. scars) | 0% |
| Harmful substance exposure (e.g. diesel exhaust fumes) | 1% |
| Fall from height | 7% |
| Animal related (e.g. dog bites) | 0% |
| Manual handling | 21% |
| Physical assault | 11% |
| Slip, trip or fall (not from height) | 29% |
| Struck against | 4% |
| Hit by vehicle | 2% |
| Struck by object | 10% |
| Trapped by something collapsing | 0% |
Have you have had an accident at work and your employer, or another member of staff, was liable? If so you may be able to claim compensation through your employer's liability insurance.
Whether you suffered an injury when working as a forklift driver or a firefighter, our work injury claim guide explains your legal rights and how you can make a successful claim.
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Medical negligence claims in Leicester
Medical negligence is the term for when a patient suffers an injury or illness due to a doctor, nurse or other health worker's carelessness. Our specialist panel of injury lawyers can help you claim compensation from a clinic or NHS trust responsible for Leicester.
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Public place injury claims in Leicester
Occupiers' liability refers to the legal duty of care owed by property owners to anyone who visits their property.
Whether your accident happened on a public highway or in a restaurant, and another party caused your injury, you could be entitled to make an injury claim.
If you've been injured in a public place, we can help you.
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Compensation for serious injuries
Serious or 'catastrophic' injuries are those that can have a long-term or permanent effect on a claimant's life. Serious injuries typically include paraplegia, spinal and brain damage and amputations, but could also include scarring, injuries and illness caused by exposure to hazardous chemicals.
If you have suffered a serious injury, we understand the vital difference a successful claim can make.
Our panel of catastrophic injury lawyers will help coordinate with care professionals and insurance providers to ensure you get the best medical and financial support.
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Will I need to travel to a solicitor's office?
If you are planning to start a claim, you do not need to go to a solicitor's office.
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.
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 Leicester and cross the UK.
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FAQs
Have you helped many claimants in Leicester?
Every year, we help hundreds of injury claimants in Leicester, Leicestershire and across the UK.
Whether you have been injured at your workplace 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. This means that there is no financial risk to you.
Leicester injury solicitor reviews
All solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Despite the strict professional standards that lawyers must meet, the quality of service they deliver can vary.
Online reviews and recommendations from friends and family can help you to decide which injury lawyer is the right fit for you.
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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.
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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.
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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* |
|---|---|
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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** |
|
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).