Why do personal injury claims take so long?

There can be many different things that can change the length of a claim for personal injury compensation. Each case is different and there are lots of things that can happen that could either shorten or lengthen the lifespan of the case.

Lawyers prolonging cases for money is generally a myth, and I will touch on that later – but here is some advice about what can lead to a longer claim, what you can do about it, and a quick note on whether it could actually be your solicitor who isn’t progressing the claim quick enough.
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Serious accident compensation claims – IMPORTANT WARNING!

There are loads of law firms out there and loads of claims management services who will refer you to solicitors – and all of these firms want your business when you are the victim and have a valid claim for personal injury compensation. It’s a known fact that the choice you make when it comes to your lawyer can directly affect the outcome of your case in terms of success, costs, and payout.

So for serious accident claims this is even more important to understand because it could mean the difference between winning or losing tens of thousands, hundreds of thousands, or even millions of pounds in compensation.

This is a ‘must read‘ guide.
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Care Home Accidents – what you need to know!

In recent years figures have indicated that the number of accidents in care homes, particularly to the elderly, is on the rise. This could be a symptom of the current economic climate, but that doesn’t mean that injured victims and their families have no right to justice.

It is also feared that many incidents still go unreported and unheard of.

Here is a guide on what you need to know for anyone injured in a care home accident, and an insight in to the rights for the victim.
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How to make a claim against my Landlord because of electric shock injury

Have you suffered an electric shock in a rented property? You may be entitled to thousands of pounds in personal injury compensation.

Landlords have a duty to make sure that the property you are letting from them is safe and this includes ensuring that the property does not pose a risk of you suffering an electric shock. This covers appliances that are provided as well as wiring and sockets, so it’s important to know your rights.
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How to claim for burn injury victims?

Burn injuries can be horrendous and many victims are unsure about what can you claim for when it comes to a personal injury compensation case. Generally speaking it comes down to the severity and extent of the suffering caused as well as being able to claim for losses and expenses on top of that.

As a burn injury victim where the pain may severe but short term with the lasting consequences that are often lifelong, how do we value your burn injury claim, and what can you claim for?
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European Injury Lawyers Claims

Did you know that you may be able to make a claim for personal injury compensation as a UK citizen injured abroad in Europe without the need to use a foreign lawyer?

There are many ways in which we can argue that the applicable jurisdiction to make a claim lies here in the UK if you are a UK citizen injured in Europe – particularly in an EU country where a lot of EU laws can apply.
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What is the average percentage taken from an injury lawyer in the UK

Since the April 2013 rule changes there has been a significant amount of confusion as to where people stand, how much they need to pay, and what law firms can and cannot charge people. The reality of the situation is that many different law firms are charging many different things, so what is the average percentage or average charge of a law firm under the new system here in the UK?

There is a lot to look at – so read on for information about the changes and how they affect you and what you can expect to be charged.
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Damage to teeth and tooth injury compensation claims

Is there anyone out there who enjoys visiting their dentist? My guess is no!

As a firm of specialist injury lawyers, we have helped thousands of people claim the compensation they deserve, and tooth injury cases are one of those ones that often make people cringe. From loss of teeth to awful cracks and damage to teeth in general, it can be extremely painful and very expensive since dental care isn’t widely available free of charge with the NHS.

So what can you claim for and how do we help you?
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Eye Injury Compensation Specialists – The Injury Lawyers

Eye injury claims can be a complex area of law and it is important to make sure you instruct a lawyer with extensive experience in pursuing and valuing eye injury claims. Specialist medical evidence is normally needed, as well as the experience and knowhow to make sure that you – as the victim – receive the maximum amount of compensation in the shortest possible time.

Read on for more about eye injury claims and for information on how much you may be entitled to receive.
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Leg Injury Compensation Advice – How much and what to do!

Even the simplest of leg injuries can result in a great deal of pain and discomfort. Non fracture injuries can still be enough to cause a significant degree of disability as most leg injuries can have a real big impact on your everyday life.

Working, socialising, and even getting about the house can be made far more difficult – so read on for some advice about what you should do and how much you can claim for.
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