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With no win, no fee, you'll be represented by an expert solicitor with no upfront cost and nothing to pay if your claim is unsuccessful.
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We have over 10 years experience helping injured people understand their rights and claim the compensation they need.
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Road accident claims in Sittingbourne
Road accidents in Sittingbourne are reasonably common. Government data reveals there were 4288 road accidents in Kent in 2021 (3539 slight accidents, 697 accidents and 52 fatalities). Accidents in Sittingbourne in 2013 included crashes on the single carriageway of the A2 and B2005 junction and on the A249 and B2006 roundabout.
If you have been injured in a road traffic accident that was not your fault in Sittingbourne, or anywhere in England or Wales, you may be entitled to claim compensation. A compensation claim could be possible if you were injured as a:
- Driver or passenger in a car
- Rider or pillion on a motorbike
- Lorry, HGV or van driver or passenger
- Public transport user (bus or taxi)
- Cyclist or e-scooter rider
- Pedestrian
Whether you have been hurt in a car accident, or were injured in a cycling accident, our expert guide explains how to claim road accident compensation.
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Work injury claims in Sittingbourne
In 2021, there were 1091 non-fatal work accidents and 2 fatalities in Kent.
If you have sustained an injury at work in the last three years, you may be able to claim compensation.
By law, 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 vehicle technician or a vet, our work accident claim guide explains what you need to know about making a successful claim.
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How common are Sittingbourne work accidents?
| HSE-reported work accidents in Kent | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Not Known | 13% |
| Electric shock | 0% |
| Machinery related | 3% |
| Explosion related (e.g. Nitroglycerine) | 0% |
| Exposed to fire | 1% |
| Harmful substance related | 2% |
| Fall from height (scaffolding) | 6% |
| Animal related (e.g. livestock) | 1% |
| Manual handling | 20% |
| Physical assault | 10% |
| Slip, trip or fall (not from height) | 27% |
| Struck against | 3% |
| Struck by moving vehicle | 2% |
| Hit by object | 14% |
| Trapped by something collapsing | 1% |
Public place accident claims in Sittingbourne
There is a legal duty on the owners (occupiers) of premises to take reasonable care to ensure the safety of visitors.
Whether you were hurt in a pub or on a footpath, and the owner or occupier of the property was responsible, you may be able to claim compensation for your injuries and any financial losses.
If you have been injured in an accident in a public place we can help you make an injury claim for financial compensation.
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Medical negligence claims in Sittingbourne
When a person is injured due to the lack of care of a consultant or other health professional, it may be possible to make a clinical negligence claim. Quittance's expert panel of injury lawyers can help you claim compensation from one of the clinics and NHS trusts covering Sittingbourne.
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Useful local resources
Not ready to start a claim? These local organisations can offer guidance on your rights, help with complaints, and provide independent advice for claimants in Sittingbourne.