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for your Whitby injury claim
Every solicitor has a unique set of skills and experience. We match your injury claim with the solicitor best suited to your needs.
Discover why picking the right solicitor can make all the difference in getting your Whitby claim accepted, and securing the compensation you deserve.
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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.
If you win your claim, your solicitor will receive a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation.
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Find out how much you can claim
Use our injury calculator to find out:
- If you qualify to claim
- How much you can claim
- Other losses you can claim for
Understanding the claims process
We've been helping injured people understand their rights and options to claim compensation for over 10 years.
Learn more about claims in Whitby
Road accident claims in Whitby
Government data reveals there were 1382 road accidents in North Yorkshire in 2021, including 1006 slight accidents, 342 accidents and 34 fatalities. Accidents in the Whitby area in 2013 included road traffic collisions on the single carriageway of the A171 and B1460 junction and on the single carriageway of the A171 and A174 crossroads.
If you have been unfortunate enough to be injured in one of the 100's of serious road accidents that occur in Whitby and across the UK every year, you may be able to claim no win, no fee compensation.
Whether you have been hurt in a car crash, or were hurt as a pedestrian, our guide to road accident compensation sets out what you need to know about how to claim.
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Road accident compensation claims
Whitby work accident claims
There were 7 fatalities and 576 other work accidents in North Yorkshire in 2021.
Have you suffered an injury at work and your employer or another member of staff was liable? If so you may be able to claim compensation through their liability insurance.
Whether you suffered an injury or illness working as a support worker or a motorcycle courier, our work accident claim guide shows you how to make a successful claim.
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How common are work accidents in Whitby?
| Work accidents in North Yorkshire (RIDAGGR) | Reported Injuries |
|---|---|
| Not Known | 19% |
| Electricity related | 1% |
| Machinery related | 4% |
| Fire related (e.g. scars) | 1% |
| Exposure to toxic substance | 0% |
| Fall from height (ladder) | 12% |
| Injured by an animal | 0% |
| Lifting and handling injuries | 19% |
| Physical assault | 8% |
| Slip, trip, fall same level | 27% |
| Struck against | 3% |
| Struck by moving vehicle | 1% |
| Hit by falling object | 7% |
| Trapped by something collapsing | 1% |
Whitby public place injury claims
UK law states that owners (occupiers) of premises are liable for the safety and welfare of all visitors.
Whether your accident happened on land maintained by the local authority or in a nightclub, and a third party was responsible, you may be able to claim compensation.
If you have been injured in an accident in a public place, we can help.
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Public place accident compensation claims
Whitby clinical negligence claims
Medical negligence is the term for when a patient is injured as the result of a GP, nurse or other medical professional's lack of care. Our expert solicitor panel can help you claim compensation from a clinic or NHS trust covering Whitby.
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FAQs
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Case Studies
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Claimant receives compensation in Middlesborough
Damages awarded after a health and safety breach injury
£ 611,050
Airedale NHS Hospital Trust negligence claim
Hospital's negligence leaves man with severe brain damage
£ 120,000
Biker fractures clavicle in collision with a car
£120,000 secured by Rakhi Chauhan for a biker with head injuries
Advice and information near you
Not sure about taking legal action? These local organisations offer information and guidance to help you decide on your next move.
Citizens Advice Whitby
Whitby Library
Windsor Terrace
Whitby
YO21 1EY
Whitby
North Yorkshire
YO21 1EY
0808 2787900
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Murray Building
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
01642 850 850