Decades of experience helping accident victims
Our specialist personal injury team are here to help, so you can focus on your recovery.
You can make a compensation claim on a no win, no fee basis. If your injury claim is unsuccessful you won't have to pay any money to your solicitor.
We have helped hundreds of people in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire and across the UK get the best possible compensation for their injuries.
How were you injured?
Your specialist injury solicitor will follow a specific process, depending on what caused your injury or illness.
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Do I qualify for personal injury compensation?
The key criteria for making a claim are that the injury must have occurred:
- 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 points to consider?
Yes. There are various other factors that can affect whether a successful claim will be possible, such as the circumstances of your injury or whether the claim is considered to be low-quantum.
We can confirm your eligibility to claim over the phone. Speak to an injury solicitor now on 0800 376 1001. You can also find out if you have a claim with our Personal Injury Claim Checker.
How long does a child have to start a claim?
As an injured child's parent or guardian, you can act as a 'litigation friend' and instruct a solicitor to start a compensation claim on behalf of your child.
If you were injured when you were under 18 years old, you have until your 21st birthday to make claim.
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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 Milton Keynes
Car, HGV, bike and motorcycle accidents in Milton Keynes are quite common. Government data reveals there were 414 road accidents in Milton Keynes in 2021, including 343 slight accidents, 68 accidents and 3 fatalities. Accidents in Milton Keynes in 2013 included collisions on the dual carriageway of the A421 and B4034 roundabout and on the A4146 and A5 roundabout.
All road users in Milton Keynes and across the UK, owe a legal duty of care to each other, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. If someone else was to blame for your injury, you may be able to claim compensation.
Whether you were injured in a cycling accident, or were hurt in a collision with another vehicle, our team are here. our useful guide explains how to make a road accident claim.
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Work accident claims in Milton Keynes
According to the HSE, in 2021, there were 295 non-fatal and 1 fatal work-related accidents in Milton Keynes. 234 of these accidents led to 7 or more days off work for the injured worker.
| Milton Keynes work accidents (RIDAGGR) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Not Reported | 12% |
| Electrocution | 0% |
| Machinery related | 4% |
| Fire related | 0% |
| Harmful substance exposure (e.g. pesticide related illnesses) | 1% |
| Fall from height | 6% |
| Animal related (e.g. riding accident) | 0% |
| Manual handling | 24% |
| Physical assault | 7% |
| Slip or trip | 26% |
| Struck against | 3% |
| Hit by vehicle | 3% |
| Struck by object | 13% |
| Trapped by something collapsing | 0% |
If you have suffered an injury as a result of your employer's negligence, you may be legally entitled to make a claim.
Whether your accident happened while working as a mechanic or a security officer, our guide to work accident claims explains your rights and to make a successful compensation claim.
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Clinical negligence claims in Milton Keynes
Medical negligence is the term for when a patient suffers an injury or illness due to a consultant or other health professional's carelessness. Quittance's expert panel of injury lawyers can help you claim compensation from one of the private clinics and NHS trusts covering Milton Keynes.
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Public place accidents claims in Milton Keynes
Occupiers' liability refers to the legal duty of care owed by property owners to anyone who visits their property.
Whether your accident happened at an airport or in a gym, and the property owner or occupier was at fault, you may be entitled to make an injury claim.
If you or a family member has been injured in a public place, we can help.
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Claim compensation for a serious injury
A serious (catastrophic) injury is where a claimant's quality of life is impaired to the extent where they are forced to make permanent changes to their daily life. Serious injuries typically include amputations, paralysis and brain injuries, but could also include other injuries such as eye injuries, bowel cancer and serious pharmaceutical error.
Personal injury solicitors understand the importance of focussing on treatment and recovery. Your solicitor will take care of the legal process and will coordinate with medical professionals and insurance companies at every stage of the claim.
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Do I need to visit a solicitor's office?
Personal injury claims are conducted remotely. This means you won't have to travel to your solicitor's office when making a claim.
On a quick phone call with a friendly advisor, you can explain what happened and find out if you may have a claim. There is no obligation to start a claim.
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 Milton Keynes and cross the UK.
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FAQs
Has Quittance helped many Milton Keynes injury claimants?
We can help you start a claim for no win, no fee injury compensation, whether you live in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, or anywhere in the UK.
Regardless of whether you were hurt as a result of a missed diagnosis or on a bicycle, your injury lawyer will recover the best possible compensation for your injuries.
Do you work on a 100% No Win, No Fee basis?
Our no win, no fee service means that 100% of your legal fees are covered if your case is not successful. You will not need to pay anything upfront to start a claim.
Milton Keynes injury solicitor reviews
Although the Solicitors Regulation Authority regulates professional standards for solicitors in England and Wales, the actual quality of service varies widely.
Personal recommendations and online reviews will help you to find the right solicitor for your claim.
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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.
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 |
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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** |
|
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:
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.