Speak to a personal injury solicitor today
If either you were injured or became sick and someone else was at fault, we're here to help.
If your injuries were caused by someone else's actions or negligence, you may be able to claim compensation.
We have helped injured people in Pontypool, Torfaen and across the UK get the compensation they deserve.
How did your injury happen?
Your specialist injury solicitor will follow a specific process, depending on what caused your injury or illness.
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Can I claim?
If you have been injured or made ill in an accident that was not your fault, the law entitles you to claim financial compensation. To make a successful claim, your injury must have happened:
- 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. In practice, several other factors can affect whether a successful claim will be possible, such as the type of illness or injury, the location of the injury or whether your claim meets your chosen solicitor's risk assessment criteria.
If you would like to find out if you have a claim, speak to us now on 0800 376 1001. You can also find out if you have a claim with our Injury Claim Checker.
Can I claim if I was injured as a child?
Claimants who were injured as a child have until their 21st birthday to make a claim on their own behalf. 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.
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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 Pontypool
Car, HGV, cycle and motorcycle accidents in Pontypool are relatively common. Official gov.uk data for 2021 shows there were 94 road accidents in Torfaen. There were 60 slight accidents, 32 accidents and 2 fatal accidents in 2021.
Drivers, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians all owe a duty of care to all other road 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 claim for compensation.
Whether you have suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident, or have been hurt in a collision at a junction, our road accident claim guide sets out what you need to know about making a claim.
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Pontypool work injury claims
There were 1 fatalities and 78 other work accidents in Torfaen in 2021.
Work accidents in Torfaen (RIDAGGR) | Reported Injuries |
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Undetermined | 11% |
Electric shock injury | 1% |
Machinery related injury | 2% |
Fire related (e.g. scars) | 0% |
Harmful substance exposure (e.g. toxic torts) | 0% |
Fall from height | 6% |
Injured by an animal | 0% |
Lifting and handling injuries | 28% |
Assault | 1% |
Slip, trip, fall same level | 34% |
Struck against | 2% |
Struck by moving vehicle | 1% |
Struck by object | 13% |
If you have sustained an injury at work in the last three years, you may be able to claim compensation.
Whether you were injured or became ill working as a personal trainer or a vehicle technician, our work injury claim guide covers everything you need to know about making a successful compensation claim.
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Pontypool medical negligence claims
Clinical (or medical) negligence is the term used when a person suffers injury or illness as the result of the lack of care of a doctor, nurse or other medical professional. If you have been affected by medical negligence, our panel of expert clinical negligence solicitors can help you claim compensation from any of the clinics and NHS trusts responsible for Pontypool.
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Pontypool public place injury claims
Claims for injuries that occur on property or land owned by somebody else are called occupiers' liability claims.
Whether you were hurt in a nightclub or in a car park, and the owner or occupier of the location was responsible, you could be able to start an injury claim.
If you've been hurt in an accident in a public area, we can help you.
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Compensation for serious injuries
Compensation claims for particularly severe injuries include head or spinal injuries, and can also include other injuries and chronic conditions.
If your life, or the life of a family member, has been affected by a serious injury, we can help.
A claim will ease the financial burden, helping you and your family to focus on your recovery. Our panel of expert serious injury lawyers coordinate with insurance providers and medical professionals, so you get the rounded support you need.
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Serious and catastrophic injury compensation
Will I need to travel to a solicitor's office?
There is no need to visit your solicitor's office in person if you are thinking about 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.
Once you do start your claim, a specialist solicitor will take you through each step. Your lawyer will be with you throughout the process, from your initial questions to the day you recieve your compensation.
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 Pontypool and cross the UK.


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Frequently asked questions
Has Quittance helped many Pontypool injury claimants?
We can help you start a claim for no win, no fee injury compensation, whether you live in Pontypool, Torfaen, or anywhere in the UK.
Regardless of whether you were hurt during a negligent medical procedure or in a car collision, your injury lawyer will recover the best possible compensation for your injuries.
Does Quittance offer 100% No Win, No Fee
If your claim is not successful, our No Win, No Fee policy covers 100% of your legal fees. This means that there is no financial risk in making a claim.
Pontypool solicitor reviews
All injury lawyers must meet strict professional standards, but service levels vary considerably. Online reviews and personal recommendations will help you 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.
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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:
Personal injury claim type |
Estimated claim duration* |
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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 |
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.
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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:
Paul Carvis, Personal injury solicitor
About the author
Paul is a member of the Law Society Personal Injury Panel, a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, and has served as a Deputy District Judge, giving him a uniquely broad understanding of the claims process.