Understanding your circumstances
A serious injury can change employment, housing, family routines and independence. A careful assessment looks beyond the immediate injury to treatment, rehabilitation and potential future needs.
Medical and other expert evidence can help establish those needs. In some cases, interim payments may be available before a final settlement; availability depends on liability and the circumstances.
When a claim may be relevant
- Head, brain or spinal injuries
- Amputations and significant orthopaedic injuries
- Long-term disability following an accident
These examples may need investigation. They do not establish eligibility or guarantee a successful claim.
Evidence to keep
- Hospital and rehabilitation information
- A record of care and help provided
- Details of work, home and mobility difficulties
Keep what you already have, but do not delay seeking advice to collect every document.
What might compensation consider?
Depending on the case, an assessment may consider the injury, recovery, pain and suffering, lost earnings, treatment, care and other reasonable losses caused by the incident. The evidence and legal basis must support each part of a claim.
Costs and time limits
Time limits apply and depend on the circumstances. Seek advice promptly, particularly if the incident or treatment happened some time ago. Making an enquiry does not stop a deadline.
No Win, No Fee may be available. Eligibility, terms and possible deductions apply. How funding works
Read about time limits or explore funding.
Could financial help be available before settlement?
An interim payment may be possible in some cases, for example where the necessary liability requirements are met. It is not guaranteed and must be assessed for the individual claim.