Having a car accident is a stressful experience, especially having to explain yourself to insurers and perhaps even the police. When it’s not your fault, this is even more stressful, as you feel that you’re having to defend yourself when you’ve done nothing wrong. With a lot of hassle, upheaval and emotional distress, you might even also have to deal with pain suffered from injuries that are a direct result of the accident too. If this sounds like something you’ve been going through within the last three years, then our team of specialist solicitors can help you to get whiplash compensation because it’s what you deserve.
With no win no fee solicitors, you can’t lose. Of course, there is no guarantee that you’ll win your case, but what we can guarantee is that you won’t have to pay a penny along the way. As experts in road accident claims and other areas of personal injury, we will advise you straightaway whether we think you have a winnable case or not, having received all the details. For a whiplash claim, this will usually include medical evidence from your GP or hospital, as well as full details of the accident in question, which must have been within the last three years.
Because we work on a no win no fee basis, our costs are covered by the other party’s insurers. We don’t tend to take on cases that we don’t think we can win, so in the event that we don’t, you still won’t have anything to pay.
Slips, trips and falls occur all the time as a result of other people’s negligence, but it can be sometimes hard to prove that it wasn’t your fault. With more compensation claims than ever before as people realise that they are entitled to justice when they suffer because of something that wasn’t their fault, then more evidence is required to prove that you have a valid case. A consultation with one of our expert team will soon determine whether you have right to claim or not.
Personal injury compensation may be awarded in the case of a slip, trip or fall if you have slipped on a wet floor that wasn’t correctly signposted or tripped on an uneven pavement, for example. If this has been the case, then you need to make sure you register as much evidence as possible, as soon as possible. This could include photographs (thank goodness for the camera phone!), reporting the incident to the relevant authorities so that it is officially logged, and seeking medical attention for injuries incurred.
Injury compensation can help you to recoup medical costs that you have had to pay as a result of the accident, as well as money that you have lost through being unable to work, whether that’s for a long period of time or just the odd day that you have had to miss to attend medical appointments or because you don’t feel up to it that day. You’ll receive 100% of your compensation award if you are successful too!
When people think of civil claims, they think about the disputes that arise after an injury in the workplace, or maybe after a car or bike accident that caused serious harm above and beyond that which would be covered by an ordinary insurance policy.
However, some of the biggest and most significant compensation claims in history have been about illnesses rather than injuries, and while it may be tempting to think that working conditions in the UK are now good enough that long-term illnesses are no longer a result of employment in a particular place or in a particular position, this is sadly not always the case.
Over the last few years the courts have shown that a small number of workers have been exposed directly to asbestos, which can cause the most terrible fatal cancers, through the unsafe practices of certain contractors. A few have been exposed to legionella infection due to poor maintenance and cleaning of machinery, and there are plenty of other examples. Unfortunately, there have been dozens of cases where employees have contracted dangerous or debilitating illnesses in the course of their working day, or were exposed to an unacceptable level of risk of the same.
Contracting an illness can be just as serious as an injury at work, and depending on the circumstances, sufferers may be just as eligible to make a claim against their employer (or former employer). If you think you might fall into that category, don’t hesitate to make an enquiry and find out if you could be due for compensation.
There is little doubt that personal injury solicitors have a poor reputation, as a whole. In fact, you could say the same for lawyers, dentists, accountants, politicians, and many other professions, but what many people don’t realise is that compensation law (and the lawyers that work in the field as specialists) has been a significant driver of social change.
Over the last century or so, the power of the personal injury compensation claim has helped bring about reforms in the healthcare sector, in advertising, and last but not least, in workplace health and safety. It could be argued that most of the positive changes would have occurred over time anyway but there is little doubt that compensation lawyers were well ahead of legislators at many points in recent history.
If those who were exposed to asbestos at work and then went on to develop serious illnesses didn’t stand up and seek compensation, backed by expert lawyers, then perhaps the laws governing the safe treatment of this lethal material wouldn’t be so stringent and more people would fall ill in the future. If people who suffered lung diseases after tobacco companies ignored research into the potentially harmful effects of smoking hadn’t chosen to take their story to the courts, perhaps the UK wouldn’t be doing so much work on tobacco-related health.
Such court cases can go a long way towards improving public understanding of an issue and even prompt politicians into action. While car accident claims may be a compensation solicitor’s bread and butter, there is a lot more to this branch of the law. Sometimes we also get to help to change the world on a broader scale.
Almost all the publicity around car and motorcycle accident claims is geared towards the one who makes the complaint. There are fewer immediate resources for those against whom the claim has been made, whether they admit fault or not. However, we believe that everyone deserves expert legal representation no matter which side they’re on. Not all claims are just, and not all those who are accused of – for example, negligent driving – should have to pay compensation.
There may not be no win no fee solicitors lining up to take your case if you are facing legal proceedings after a traffic accident, you’ll need a specialist solicitor whether you’re at fault or blameless. If a claim is being made against you, having an expert on your side increases your chances of a positive outcome. Sometimes there is even a possibility of making a counter-claim. If you have been unjustly accused and put through considerable stress for no good reason, that ought to be taken into account and amends made.
At Fosters we have a team of experienced and professional lawyers who specialise in road accident claims of all kinds. We are always interested in hearing from those who have suffered as a result of a traffic incident that was not their fault, but may also be able to help those who are facing a claim or admit that the fault was theirs. No matter which party you are, feel free to get in touch and talk to an advisor. We’ll do everything we can to help.
Slips, trips, and falls account for a huge fraction of overall accidents in the home, in the workplace, at school, and elsewhere. They are amongst the most popular type of accident at work claim and unfortunately, will probably remain that way for the foreseeable future. Although most falls and trips are preventable – sometimes very easily – those who hold the reins don’t always take the risks seriously.
It’s true that most slips and trips result in nothing more than a bruise or a skinned knee but they can also be far more severe. The elderly are particularly at risk, and any safety factor that could result in a broken hip or a nasty head injury should be taken very seriously indeed. At Fosters Solicitors we deal with all kinds of accidents from complex car crashes to simple trips.
Employers have a responsibility make sure that their workforce is protected from trip hazards. Clear walkways must be provided, especially where heavy loads are being carried or the possibility of a serious fall exists on a stairway or a rooftop, for instance. That possibility is well understood. What many people don’t know is that those who suffer slips, trips, and falls outside the workplace may also be eligible for injury compensation.
Naturally we all have a responsibility to keep our own house in order and make it a safe place to live, but there are many other places where we spend our time, and these may not be under our control. Supermarket forecourts are one example. Train platforms are another. If members of the public are invited into a particular space, the operator has an obligation to make it safe. If you’ve slipped or fallen in a public place, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
When initiating road traffic accident claims, many people aren’t aware of the full reach of compensation law. They may be seeking to claim medical expenses (which can be considerable) or get some compensation for lost income over a period during which they were not able to work due to their injuries, but sometimes it’s worth looking even further.
A serious traffic accident is always a traumatic experience. Even if nobody is badly hurt, anyone involved may feel frightened, confused, or sickened by what they saw or went through themselves. Children are particularly vulnerable but adults may also be deeply affected. The emotional and psychological consequences of an accident can be just as severe as the physical ones. They might be harder to observe, demonstrate, and quantify, but they can also be more difficult to treat and harder to get over than a broken bone or a case of painful whiplash. Unfortunately, some people continue to suffer the emotional effects of an accident years after their other injuries have healed.
Accident compensation should extend to cover psychological harm as well as physical harm. Such damage can lead to real distress, reduced capacity to earn, and lasting inconvenience, so it’s only fair.
As personal injury lawyers we can help you get the best assessment of all injuries that occurred as the result of a traffic accident, not just those that are easy to see. You deserve to be compensated for the full gamut of harm done to you, and we can help make sure all factors are taken into account.
There are a multitude of different reasons for contacting a personal injury solicitors. Often, the trouble is, which one should you contact? At Fosters Solicitors we have a philosophy that sets us apart from the rest of the competition. Personal injury compensation is our speciality and it is where we have the most expertise to be able to offer you the best, most dedicated service, a service that you can truly rely upon. We also operate a no win, no fee policy which means that your entire compensation award goes to you, and our legal costs are footed by the opposition. We stake our reputation on your claim, so if we can’t win it for you, you don’t have to pay for anything.
What we really care about however, is delivering you a quality of service that goes beyond what you might get at other solicitors. A personal injury compensation claim can be a stressful time for anybody. Not only do you have to deal with the potential injuries but you might also have the problem of making claims against an employer, for instance. In this situation, our expertise should put your mind at rest, that even if you do launch a personal injury claim against your employer, it won’t affect your standing as an employee.
Our entire team is dedicated and able to deal with any situation. We make sure we listen to our clients and put them at the centre of all that we do.
By contacting Fosters Solicitors you are accessing the best information on the law regarding work accident compensation. Many people every year have their lives changed by an accident at work, and all too often, these accidents were eminently preventable. And it doesn’t matter where the accident took place – it could have been a building site, or it could have been your office. Every employer has a responsibility to make sure the working environment is safe, so if you feel that that trust has been breached and has resulted in you sustaining an injury then you could be compensated for your injury at work.
Each workplace should be adequately maintained. This means that the kitchen area too, should be kept in a condition that is appropriate and doesn’t cause harm to those using it. It also means that each area should be properly cleaned to make sure it is free from potentially hazardous elements and that there are no spillages on the floors. Many companies now employ health and safety officers whose job it is to maintain the area so that it is safe for all who work with in it. However, this doesn’t necessarily protect you if you are constantly working in an area that is very loud. A damaged pair of ear defenders could lead to permanent deafness in later life, for example. By consulting us as your personal injury lawyers we can give you all of the advice you need in order to ascertain whether you can make a claim.
There are many industries that include hazardous duty by their nature and the employees who undertake such work know the risks involved. This however, does not legislate for failures made by the employers, who always have a duty to make sure that their employees are kept safe and at minimum, they match the lawful requirements placed on them. For instance, construction is known to be an industry with a high rate of worker injury, but unfortunately, many of these injuries have come about because of negligence on behalf of the employer.
There is always a requirement to make sure that the area in which people are working is made safe. And this includes the maintenance of equipment, the proper procedures followed regarding safety wear, as well as the proper practices being instituted. If you feel that you have been let down by your employer or somebody else in your working environment and it has caused you injury, then you should get in touch with Fosters Solicitors. We are specialists when it comes to an accident at work claim, and can give you all of the information you need to know in order to make a decision. Work injuries can cause lasting damage to both your physical health and your career. You may never be able to do the same job again.
Accident at work compensation costs money, but you should not be too concerned about that since are a no win no fee solicitors, which means that you pay us nothing, no matter what the outcome is.
