FAQs
Accident Claims - FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Accident Claims
If you've suffered an injury or illness after an accident that was not your fault and would like to find out about making an accident compensation claim, we have listed below some of the most frequently asked questions. We would always advise you to speak to qualified personal injury solicitors about whether you can make a claim - call today on 0800 612 7038 or contact Freeclaim accident claims lawyers online.
All enquiries are free with no obligation. Free Home visits. Nothing to pay, win or lose and 100% compensation guaranteed.
1. Do I need to use a solicitor to make an accident compensation claim?
Yes. Unless your injuries are very, very minor, you should always seek expert, legal advice after an accident. A solicitor will give you independent advice on whether you can make a claim for accident compensation. We are specialist accident claims solicitors with over 25 years experience and will be able to advise you and help you through the claims process.
2. Will I have to pay anything if I win my claim?
No - definitely not. We guarantee that you pay nothing if you win. As no win no fee personal injury solicitors, we can recover our costs from the other side. You keep 100% compensation. No risks, no deductions and no hidden charges.
3. Will I have to pay anything if I lose my claim?
No - definitely not. If you lose your accident claim, there is still nothing to pay. An insurance policy will cover any costs. We purchase this on your behalf so even if you lose you still don't pay a single penny.
4. Are there any catches?
No - definitely not. As specialist accident claims and personal injury solicitors, we handle all injury and accident claims on a no win no fee basis. However we also have additional safeguards:
a) You do not pay a single penny, win or lose
b) You keep 100% compensation
c) Free home visits with no obligation
5. My insurance company says I must use them - is this right?
No. Some insurance companies incorrectly tell clients that they have to use a solicitor on their panel (who may not be local and who may not offer free home visits). You are free to use a firm of personal injury solicitors of your choice.
If you're unhappy with the solicitor or claims company handling your compensation claim, you can transfer your case. Call us today on 0800 612 7038 to speak to one of our specialist accident claims lawyers.
6. I've heard accident claims can be quite a hassle to go through?
No - definitely not. The accident compensation claim process should not be difficult if you have an experienced solicitor acting on your behalf. We are here to explain the process and manage your claim from start to finish using our tried and trusted legal experience. We will try to make the process as simple and stress free as possible so that you can concentrate on your recovery.
7. How much accident compensation will I receive?
The amount you receive will depend on how severe your injuries are and what other losses you have incurred as a result of the accident. As personal injury solicitors, we will be able to advise you on the valuation of your compensation claim.
8. Are you a claims company or connected to one?
No. We are specialist personal injury solicitors with no connection whatsoever to claims management companies. We have a trusted reputation in accident claims and have the following memberships and recommendations:
- Recommended by the Legal 500
- Membership of APIL (Association of Personal Injury Lawyers)
- Membership of the Solicitors Regulation Authority Personal Injury Panel
- Members of MASS (Motor Accident Solicitors Society)
- Members of Headway's Brain Injuries Association Personal Injury Solicitors List.
9. Who has the right to claim and are there any time limits?
The basic rule is that if some other party is to blame (even if you were partly to blame) for the accident, then you may have a claim. Generally, you must bring a claim within 3 years of the accident or incident (unless you were under 18 at the time, you did not know you were injured, or other unusual circumstances apply, in which cases the time limits may be different).
It is important to get advice from qualified personal injury solicitors as soon as possible so that the evidence to support your claim can be obtained quickly.
10. What should I do now?
Speak to one of our personal injury solicitors who will quickly assess your case. You can call free on 0800 612 7038 for immediate advice, or complete a brief accident claims assessment online and we will call you back as soon as possible.
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