Whatever Happened To 100% Compensation?
A lot of people who make claims nowadays are wondering why they are finding it so difficult to get 100% compensation when it used to be so easy in the past. In this blog we hope to outline the main changes in the law and what has happened that has unfortunately caused 100% compensation to be mostly a thing of the past.
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Do I need a lawyer for a personal injury compensation claim?
At some point you may have an accident and you will be approached by someone from the side at fault who will want to settle your claim for personal injury compensation directly with them.
They’ll say thingls like “you can cut out the middleman lawyer” and save time by settling directly really fast. They’ll sometimes also tell you that they’ll give you a little extra for not using a law firm.
But the truth is this – you are statistically, logically, and probably going to under settle your claim, potentially by thousands of pounds, by settling directly.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Compensation Claims Advice
PTSD can affect a victim in so many different ways. It’s a condition that is often misunderstood by many people without exposure to either having it themselves or knowing someone who is, or has, suffered with PTSD.
You can claim for ‘psychological’ injuries and PTSD is a diagnosable injury that can be claimed for in a personal injury compensation case. So read on for more advice.
Advice for Mesothelioma compensation claims
Mesothelioma is an awful condition. Mesothelioma, a form of cancer, develops in the cells in the protective lining around the organs, and the most common site of the disease is in the lungs.
Many Mesothelioma sufferers have developed the deadly condition through exposure to asbestos which was widely used in our country, and many people who worked with asbestos may have been exposed to it.
It has been said that asbestos kills more people than road traffic accidents – so it’s important to know your rights.
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How do you know who is a good personal injury lawyer?
With so many law firms and claims companies out there to choose from, how do you know who is the best injury lawyer to represent you for your claim?
Here is a quick guide as to what we think you should look out for when selecting a law firm to fight for your claim for personal injury compensation. Naturally we’ve based it on the way we work which we believe is the best way!
Wait, when did I agree to be charged 25% from my claim and be liable to pay for insurance?
The new rules that have shaken the personal injury claiming world to its core has left a trail of confused accident victims in its wake. For a long time we have been used to the idea of 100% compensation for most types of claims, thanks to the access to justice principle which recognises that the innocent victim shouldn’t have to lose out when making a claim.
But we all know the Tories love a good bout of cuts and love to reshuffle the law – the changes from April 2013 have gone way too far and many people simply don’t know where they stand anymore.
Serious heel injury compensation claims advice
Heel injuries, whilst largely uncommon, can be very serious where fractures are sustained. Serious heel injuries can leave an injured accident victim needing surgery, a significant recovery and physiotherapy period, and permanent and / or long term problems.
There is a lot to consider when it comes to serious heel injury claims – so read on for more advice about what we look at for valuing a case like this.
Had an accident that wasn’t your fault? Need an accident lawyer to represent you for a claim for personal injury compensation?
Read on for some important and VITAL advice about what you need to know when you’re in need of an accident lawyer to help you with a case. Different law firms work in different ways so it’s important to understand the ins and outs of charges, procedures, and ways of working.
The costs of compensation claiming – what your solicitor may not be telling you!
Last year the government radically changed the way in which victims who are entitled to bring a claim for personal injury compensation can fund their cases. The days of 100% compensation, and thus 100% justice, for all who suffer at the hands of negligence are somewhat of a thing of the past now.
But it can be a minefield in knowing and understanding exactly where you stand with an agreement for a solicitor to act for you – so we have written this insightful guide to help you avoid the many pitfalls that people will often not consider.
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Restaurant accident compensation claims
Restaurants can be dangerous places for both the public as well as people working there. We take on large numbers of Restaurant accident compensation claims ranging from slips and trips to burns from spillages or hot objects.
So here is a quick guide in to some common restaurant accidents and when you may be eligible to win a claim for personal injury compensation.
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