How much you could receive
There is no fixed sum you may receive because each case is different. Your solicitor can advise you.
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expert in a particular area.
Our
Find a Solicitor website helps you find a solicitor near you.
It also shows if they have a Law Society accreditation, including for personal injury.
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What to bring
Bring any evidence you have about your accident or illness, for example a video of you driving or cycling.
Ask your
solicitor what else you should bring, for example medical evidence.
Fees
Solicitors set their own prices for services they provide. You can call them or check their website to find out
more about their fees.
When you first meet, they may offer you a free consultation or ask for a one-off payment.
Some solicitors offer no win no fee or fixed cost payment arrangements. This could limit how much making a claim will
cost you. You may also be able to
get help paying for legal services.
How long your case may take
This will depend on:
- your individual case
- how cooperative the other side is
- if your case goes to court
- if you come to an agreement out of court
For a short-term injury, the case may be resolved in weeks. If it is more serious, it could take between two and
four years to settle.
If you have become permanently disabled as a result of your accident or illness, or if your case goes
to trial, it could take even longer.
