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We have done a lot of articles on pothole claims over the years, and we have represented countless victims for claims against the council after tripping and falling due to potholes on the highway. These claims are inherently difficult to win. The reason for this is that those responsible for an area of land have a special defence under Section 58 of the Highways Act, which is:

 (1)In an action against a highway authority in respect of damage resulting from their failure to maintain a highway maintainable at the public expense it is a defence (without prejudice to any other defence or the application of the law relating to contributory negligence) to prove that the authority had taken such care as in all the circumstances was reasonably required to secure that the part of the highway to which the action relates was not dangerous for traffic.
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If you have had an accident through no fault of your own, getting treatment on the NHS might involve a lengthy wait. That’s why we can offer treatment right from the start of your claim if we take the case on.

As long as our medical partners are happy to fund the treatment on the basis that we think you have reasonable prospects of success for the case, we can arrange for private funding for private care right from the start of your case to help you recover at a much quicker rate. The treatment can start shortly after you instruct us – so you get it when you need it the most.

If the claim is successful we can recover the fees from the other side. Insurers are not just liable to compensate you for your injuries, they are also liable to help you to recover as quickly as possible as well. For this reason, we can charge treatment to them.
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We deal with all types of personal injury claims and we are often asked about likely time scales for settlement. After you have been medically examined the medical expert will prepare a detailed medical report. Some cases may be brought to settlement shortly after obtaining medical evidence whereas other cases could drag out for some time.

In this blog I will attempt to explain why some cases will still take some time to settle. We always try to progress a claim as quickly and effectively as possible. In addition we try to recover you the maximum amount of compensation that you deserve.
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How much are you entitled to claim for if you sustain injury to your knee? Well it all depends on the nature and severity of the injury. When it comes to knees, they can range from a simple twist and strain that leaves you uncomfortable and limping for a few weeks, to ligament ruptures requiring surgical reconstruction and a permanent weakness. It really all does come down to the nature of the injury.

The only way to properly value a knee injury compensation claim is to instruct an expert lawyer and see a suitable expert for a medico-legal appointment. A report from the appointment will then be used by the lawyers to value the injury.

But in the meantime, here is a little guidance based on the official guidelines that are used to value knee injury claims:
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By this, I’m talking about where an insurer approaches you directly to settle a claim, but you are wise enough to get a lawyer and make a claim the proper way. If you do this, could you end up with less compensation with the lawyer?

It’s never guaranteed whether the pre-medical offer could be beaten, but here are the facts surrounding pre-medical offers based on industry knowledge and our clients own experiences…

Why make a low offer?

Pre-medical offers are offers made by insurers to save themselves money. An insurance company’s duty is to their shareholders – that’s to maximise profits to maintain their shareholders return on investment. To do this, they need to save money; and to save money, they need to pay out as little as possible to accident victims. So don’t let them fool you in to thinking that they are doing this to get you a quick settlement right away.
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Cyclists that are on the road are in a lot of danger simply because they do not have the same protection offered by a car. When a cyclist is involved in an accident the injuries sustained can be life changing and therefore making a claim can seem like the only option. When pursuing a claim we look to claim for general damages for your initial pain and suffering and also something called special damages- these are any losses that you have incurred because of the accident which can also include care and assistance from friends and family.

Roundabouts are often considered one of the most dangerous places because they are designed to keep traffic flowing without the need of traffic lights to give a dedicated and more secure right of way. Sometimes they are a bit of a free for all when drivers ignore the rules of the road! The main thing to remember on roundabouts is that if you are already on the roundabout proceeding correctly and someone pulls onto the roundabout and hits you, it is likely that if an accident occurs they will be at fault as you are already established on the roundabout. New users entering a roundabout have the duty to give precedence to those already on the roundabout.
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At one time or another we have all complained about the poor state of our roads and pavements. This is usually caused by our inclimate weather that washes the surface away or freezes in cracks and expands, breaking the ground around it.

Most of the complaints come from people who have either had damage caused to their car by potholes on the road, or by people who were innocently walking on the pavement (as you should) who have then found themselves on the floor wondering what has happened. It is the latter situation that I shall discuss in this blog.

Broken kerbs can be incredibly dangerous as it can mean that when an accident occurs you can find yourself on a busy road, and possibly in the path of moving vehicles. So who is responsible for keeping the pavements safe?
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Any knee injury can be extremely painful and potentially debilitating. As the main joints that are helping us to remain upright and walk around, walking with pain in the knee or restricted movement can have significant affects on both your work and domestic life.

So here is some advice about making a claim for minor to moderate knee injury compensation – what you should do, how to claim with us, how we can help you out, and roughly what you might be looking at payment-wise.

Medical Attention

Firstly, we are specialist injury lawyers and not medical experts – so any advice about the medical side of things is for general guidance only. You should see your GP or go to a walk in centre or hospital as soon as possible to get the treatment you need. Knee injuries, especially if you are having trouble weight bearing, could be serious. It may be prudent to have an x-ray or be seen by an orthopaedic expert to assess if there is anything that needs urgent attention.
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Accidents in car parks are fairly common. With so many cars and people rushing about, accidents will happen. So if you have had an accident in a car park, can you make a claim for compensation?

If the accident was not your fault, we should be able to help you out with a claim. You should discuss the circumstances with us and we will confirm if we think we can make a successful claim for you. To help you in the meantime, here are some common car park accident circumstances where you should be able to make a claim for compensation.
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Contrary to popular belief, you are not automatically owed compensation if you have an accident in a supermarket. In fact, making a successful claim can be very hard indeed. That’s why we can step in and let you know what precautions you need to take that can increase your chances of making a claim.

The legal duty for the supermarket is to reasonably inspect and maintain their premises. This can be achieved with regular inspection to clear away slip or trip hazards on the ground, for example. Most supermarkets, at least on record, have good systems in place. So here is what you need to do to maximise your chances of making a successful injury claim.
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