Leading personal injury lawyer

Injury Lawyers Direct is home to one of the best personal injury teams in the UK.

We have an unparalleled level of knowledge and experience, having worked in this field for over 20 years, with an extensive record of success. And as a result, our specialist personal injury services have earned a fantastic reputation – both in the North West and across the rest of the country.

Wherever you are and whatever the nature of your accident or injury, we can help you claim compensation. Call us today to arrange your free consultation on 0800 110 5888.

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How we can help with your no-win, no-fee personal injury claim

Here at Injury Lawyers Direct, we’re an approachable and friendly team of personal injury solicitors. It’s simple. Our goal is to help you get the compensation you rightly deserve.

We have experience with all types of injury and accident claims. We can help with:

Following an initial assessment, not only can we advise on your eligibility to claim (and your chances of success), we can also guide you step-by-step through the process. We always try to achieve the best possible settlement, in the easiest possible way – exploring all avenues (e.g. mediation) to avoid court wherever we can. And, thanks to our ‘no win, no fee’ promise, there’s no financial risk to you.

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Why choose us as your personal injury lawyer?

An injury can have a huge impact on many aspects of your life, from your physical health and mental well-being to your employment status and finances. Which is why, when it comes to choosing a personal injury lawyer to help with your claim, you need to be sure you’re making the right decision.

Injury Lawyers Direct is regarded as one of the best firms of personal injury solicitors in the UK. We take the legal worries off your plate, looking after the entire claims process so you can focus on your recovery. We’ve helped countless clients to get the outcome they deserve, and we can do the same for you.

Make a personal injury claim with our team of experts

Personal injury law is a highly specialised area, so it makes sense to recruit lawyers with expertise and experience in that area. And we have it in abundance. We’ve worked on a diverse range of personal injury cases in the past, from slips and falls to misdiagnosis and negligence, and have an extensive record of success.

Every claim is unique; therefore, we’ve assembled a comprehensive team of experts with the right skills and experience for all types of personal injury and accident. And to ensure we provide the highest quality service, we have developed a strong network of specialist insurers, medical experts and specialist barristers.

No financial risk

We are ‘no win, no fee’ solicitors for personal injury claims.

If you’ve been harmed and someone else was to blame, we believe it’s only fair that you can seek compensation without any financial risk to you. So, in the unlikely event that we don’t win the case, you won’t be expected to pay a penny. And if you do win, the other side will pay our costs.

Hassle-free process

If you’ve suffered a personal injury, it can be a very stressful and overwhelming time. Therefore, we aim to make the process of claiming as smooth and hassle-free as possible.

We’ll never bombard you with technical jargon. We simply explain what you need to know in plain English and take care of the rest. There’s no need to worry about the technicalities of your claim. Just leave that to us and – with the help of our rehabilitation care and support – focus on making a full recovery.

Check your eligibility with our injury lawyers

Wondering if you’re entitled to make a personal injury claim?

While we’re successful in most personal injury claims, every case is unique, with different circumstances and outcomes. Therefore, the best way to find out whether you’re eligible is to contact our injury lawyers and talk things through. Having asked a few simple questions, we can then advise on whether you qualify to take legal action and kick-start your no-win, no-fee claim.

You can contact us via phone or email, or we can arrange a video call – whatever suits you.

It doesn’t cost a penny to speak to our experts, and there’s no rush or pressure for you to go ahead.

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Don’t feel ready to speak to an accident claims lawyer yet? No problem. To get a better idea of whether you could be entitled to compensation, answer the following:

  1. Did your accident happen in the last 3 years?
  2. Was somebody else to blame?
  3. Have you sustained an injury or illness as a result?

If you answered yes to all three questions, you’re eligible to make a no-win, no-fee personal injury claim.

A simple four-step process

Step 1 personal injury claims process

Step 1

Free initial consultation

To start the process, simply fill out our quick enquiry form and arrange your FREE no-obligation consultation. This is just a friendly chat with one of our personal injury lawyers, who can advise on your eligibility and chances of success.

If you decide you’d like to go ahead with the claim, we will get started straight away and establish if there’s anything we can do to help with your immediate needs.

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Step 2

Gathering of evidence

They will start by gathering factual evidence to support your claim – including medical evidence and witness statements – before considering the pain and suffering experienced, and calculating a fair level of compensation for your injury or illness.

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Step 3

Contact the party responsible

Once the necessary evidence has been collated, we will share that information with the party responsible for your accident or injury.

If they accept liability, we can then apply for interim compensation payments – to help fund any immediate medical care and rehabilitation expenses.

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Step 4

Final settlement and compensation

Lastly, our specialist personal injury solicitors will begin negotiations.

If responsibility has been denied, court proceedings may be needed. But this is very rare. We always try to negotiate claims outside of the courtroom. And following an informal discussion, an official offer will usually be made in writing.

Once a satisfactory figure has been agreed upon, compensation is typically paid in 2-4 weeks.

Specialist personal injury claims

Our personal injury solicitors specialise in a range of different areas and are backed by a skilled team of insurers, barristers and medical experts. So whatever the nature of your claim, we have the expertise to help and can assist with cases relating to many different types of injury, including:

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How long does it take to settle a personal injury claim?

How long does it take to settle a personal injury claim

It’s one of the first things people ask when making a personal injury claim.

How long will the process take?

Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple answer. Our solicitors may be able to give you a rough idea, but every claim is unique, and we don’t have a set formula to work out a specific end date.

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Clients who are happy with the work of our personal injury solicitors

With our personal injury solicitors, it’s all about the service

We know that you’re going through a tough time. Personal injuries can have a huge life-changing impact on both you and your loved ones. Which is why it’s so important to find the right legal help.

At Injury Lawyers Direct, we offer the highest standard of service at all times – efficient, professional and compassionate. Guided by your best interests and working under a strict code of conduct, we aim to provide the expert advice and assistance that you need to ensure your personal injury claim is successful.

Ultimately, our personal injury solicitors will do everything in their power to secure your rightful level of compensation, whilst also arranging support and rehabilitative care where necessary. But don’t just take our word for it. Read some of our excellent testimonials:

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All the staff were very professional and compassionate at a difficult time for us. I highly recommend!

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I had nothing but a positive experience throughout my whole legal journey. Howard helped not only by dealing with the whole situation, but also relaying all options to us and ensuring we knew what that meant without the legal speak. Advice was always timely and to the point, and there was never a moment of ‘but what does that actually mean’ because everything was always clear.

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Brilliant service, can’t recommend the guys enough!

FAQs

What is a personal injury?

‘Personal injury’ is a legal term used to describe many different types of harm.

This can include actual bodily harm and physical injuries and illnesses, ranging from whiplash and bone fractures to injuries of the utmost seriousness, such as brain damage or even death. In other cases, the injury isn’t necessarily visible or immediately obvious. Psychological and emotional harm can be classed as a ‘personal injury’, too.

It’s important to note that, whatever the nature or severity of your injury, the eligibility criteria are always the same. To make a claim, it must have been caused by an avoidable accident or act of negligence that wasn’t your fault, which happened within the last three years.

What can our injury lawyers do for you?

As part of our role as your personal injury lawyer, we will:

  • Assess and advise on your eligibility to make a claim
  • Outline the claims process
  • Answer any questions you may have
  • Gather factual evidence to support your claim
  • Arrange a medical examination (if necessary)
  • Organise and submit all the relevant paperwork on your behalf
  • Calculate a fair level of compensation
  • Apply for interim compensation payments
  • Liaise and negotiate with the responsible party

We’re also here to arrange extra support if you need it. This could be anything from physiotherapy and counselling to any home adaptations or aids that you may need following your injury.

What’s the difference between an injury lawyer and other types of lawyers?

Most lawyers have a chosen field in which they specialise and prefer to work.

All of our solicitors are specialists in injury compensation claims, which means we have significant expertise in a wide range of personal injury claims.

We have the skills, experience and knowledge required to guide you successfully through the claims process and secure the level of compensation that you deserve.

Do I need a solicitor to make a personal injury claim?

Technically, no. You’re not legally required to instruct a personal injury solicitor to handle your claim. If you wish, you can act on your own behalf and pursue compensation without any legal assistance, but this can lead to issues.

Without a solicitor, you may under-settle. And once you’ve agreed to a ‘full and final’ amount, there’s no going back.

There’s a conflict of interest between you and the defendant’s insurance company, too. They may dispute the claim or try to settle the case for as little as possible. But without knowledge or experience in this area of the law, it’s difficult to know if the level of compensation offered is fair.

By contrast, our personal injury specialists will always act in your best interests. We’ve dealt with countless insurance companies over the last 20 years. And we’ll do everything we can to ensure you’re properly and fully compensated for your injuries and recompensed for all your financial losses. What’s more, we can take care of the full legal process for you, saving you time and effort.

How much do our personal injury solicitors cost?

Nothing. We offer a ‘no-win, no-fee’ service.

We provide a free, no-obligation consultation to assess whether you’re eligible to claim and the chances of your success. Then, we simply keep a record of any costs incurred. If your case wins, these costs are paid for by the defendant – and we’ll take a small ‘success fee’ from your compensation. In the unlikely event that you lose, all costs will be covered by an insurance policy.

How do I start a personal injury claim?

The first step is to contact our accident and injury solicitors. You can call us on 0800 110 5888 or fill out our online contact form. We’ll learn more about your injury and the impact it’s had on your life. We can then advise on your eligibility and the prospect of your case being successful.

Whether you choose to go ahead with legal proceedings or not is entirely your choice – and we’ll give you as much time as you need to reach a final decision.

If you do wish to pursue your personal injury claim, simply let us know. Our team will get to work as quickly as possible, overseeing all aspects of the claim on your behalf.

What will I need to make a personal injury claim?

To start legal proceedings, our personal injury solicitors will typically request:

  • Personal identification
  • Evidence of the injuries you have sustained (e.g. medical records)
  • Proof that somebody else was to blame for your accident or injury
  • A record of expenses that you’ve incurred as a result of the accident or injury

You may also be asked to attend a medical examination.

This will help us to build your case and complete the necessary paperwork to send to the opposing party – and the more evidence you have, the better.

Our advice is to keep as much as possible – receipts, emails, letters, etc. – no matter how insignificant it may seem. If you were involved in an accident, try to take photos of the scene, and be sure to make a note of any witnesses and jot down their contact details so we can get in touch with them easily.

How long do I have to make a personal injury claim?

Personal injury claims are time-barred. You will have three years to start legal proceedings – either from the date of the accident/injury or the date at which you become aware it was someone else’s fault.

There are some exceptions to this timeframe. For example:

  • If the injured person was a child at the time of the accident
  • If the injured person has lost mental capacity due to their injuries
  • If the injured person has subsequently died
  • If the injury is industrial-related (e.g. due to exposure to asbestos)

But there are also some scenarios in which the time limit may be shorter.

Making a claim soon after your accident/injury can also be advantageous for several reasons. For example, it may be easier to find witnesses who are more likely to provide statements and recollect events more clearly. To get started, simply give us a call on 0800 110 5888.

How much compensation could I get for a personal injury claim?

The purpose of a personal injury compensation claim is to help you get back to the same financial position you were in before the accident. To do this, two types of personal injury compensation are calculated separately, including:

  1. General damages – Compensation awarded for pain and suffering experienced due to injury or illness.
  1. Special damages – ‘Out of pocket’ expenses designed to reimburse you for financial losses incurred as a direct result of the injury. This includes loss of earnings, rehabilitation and care costs, and travel expenses to and from medical appointments.

The final amount you receive will depend on your circumstances. Many factors will need to be considered, including (but not limited to):

  • The type and severity of your injury
  • The circumstances under which it was obtained
  • The time it takes for you to recover
  • Your subsequent quality of life

Our personal injury lawyers will review your case thoroughly, ensuring we understand the full impact of the accident on your life.

Further information on how personal injury claims are calculated can be found in our blog.