Making a claim for compensation for injuries arising out of a relatively straight forward road traffic accident is both easy and fast.  Whereas a couple of years ago you could be waiting months, probably years for your compensation, it is now likely that you will receive your compensation in a few weeks or a couple of months.  This is because since April 2010 there has been a new system in place which has streamlined the claims process making it both more efficient and more effective.

Under the new system your legal representatives submit a Claim Notification Form to the negligent party’s insurers via a Ministry of Justice online internet portal.  The Claim Notification Form (‘CNF’) details your accident, your injuries, and the Defendant’s contact details amongst other relevant particulars relating to the accident.  This is submitted online and the Defendant’s insurer has 1 business day in which to acknowledge receipt of your CNF.  Once acknowledgment has been received, the Defendant’s insurer has a further 15 business days to admit or deny liability for your accident.  It must be stressed at this point that is quite common for admissions of liability to be received within just a few days.  Most insurers, where they know that the Defendant clearly was at fault, will just hold up their hands and admit liability as quickly as possible.  This means that your claim can be progessed much faster; but in any event, within 15 days you should know one way or the other whether you will be paid out or not.
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Motorcyclists make up less than 1% of vehicle traffic according to statistics, yet riders suffer 14% of total deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads (Source).  The most common type of motorcycle accidents involve right of way, loss of control on bends, and overtaking manoeuvres gone wrong.

The motorcyclist is vulnerable, and every year there are thousands of casualties following motorcycle accidents, of which many are sadly serious.

The most common compensation claim for motorbike accidents usually involves other vehicles where the drivers do not see the bikers; this is followed by pothole accidents (cases against councils for failure to maintain the roads that cause severe motorbike accidents), and then there are the cases where a spillage on the road has been the cause of the accident – with this type of accident usually claimed through the Motor Insurance Bureau as the vehicle responsible for the spillage cannot be traced.
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If you have been injured through no fault of your own, but through the negligence of a third party, it may be that you wish to be compensated for your injuries and suffering.  In most caes, although you are aware that you could be entitled to compensation, you are not exactly sure as to how you go about getting this compensation payout.  This blog offers a quick guide as to how to go about making a claim for compensation, and the process thereafter.

The first thing you should do is seek medical attention for your injuries.  You have to look out for number one and make sure that you’re properly advised by a GP or qualified expert.  At the end of the day, this will put you back on the road to recovery and ultimately lessen your pain and suffering.  However, once you have seen your medical expert, you should look in to instructing an injury lawyer to pursue your potential claim for compensation.
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Lifting heavy objects has the potential to cause severe injury that can leave you suffering for weeks or even months after an incident. Even if an object is well within your capabilities to lift you should always apply correct lifting techniques to prevent injury. This should be covered by your employer in your health and safety training; if it wasn’t, you may have a claim for compensation if you end up injuring yourself.

Usually the correct lifting technique requires you to keep your back straight and use your legs (which have much stronger muscles than your lower back) to perform the lift. Always follow any training provided by your employer as it will help reduce the chances of suffering injury, and some of the training may be specific to your job and the types of objects you will be lifting.
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“No Win No Fee” personal injury claims are advertised everywhere nowadays; but what does this actually mean?

A “No Win No Fee” is exactly as it sounds; if your solicitor does not win your case for you, you will not be charged for their services. The reason solicitors are able to offer this service is because they would not take on a personal injury claim if they do not think they have a good enough chance of winning it. At The Injury Lawyers we offer this service, meaning you’ll never have to pay us penny.

Receive 100% of the compensation – how does the solicitor get paid?
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Firstly, make sure that you and your passengers are safe and that it is safe to leave the vehicle. However annoyed you might be, don’t lose your temper with the other driver; the reason we have insurance is because accidents happen.

Exchange details with the other driver. Make sure that you obtain the registration, make and model, including a brief description of the type and colour of the car and any obvious damage caused by the accident. Do not rely on the other person to provide the details – check that the registration number is correct. Ask for the name of the driver and who the owner of the car is. Exchange names, addresses, phone numbers and details of insurance companies. It is a legal requirement for a driver to provide this information after an accident.
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Have you ever bought a product and realised after the purchase that the product is defective? Or that when using the product, it has caused you an injury?

Every year, thousands of people experience injuries, through the purchase of a defective product bought from outlets including the large, well known retailer, toy shops, and even the small corner shops. 

Products or produce such as food, toys and baby products, electrical goods, and cosmetics can easily fall into this category, and even if you have eaten at a very well-known restaurant and then fallen ill, the restaurant or its providers are still accountable for your consequential suffering.
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What constitutes a dangerous working practise?

There are many obvious cases of dangerous activities at work, such as working at height, but a dangerous working practise would be carrying out these activities without the proper safety equipment to reduce the chance of injury. Not having good site order is classed as a dangerous working practise – this is particularly important in the construction industry. Similarly, machinery should always be fitted with guards, especially around any moving parts, and stairs and walkways should be clear from obstacles. All companies should have a health and safety procedure that you should be informed of when starting your employment. Any changes to this procedure should also be distributed to staff.

What steps can you take at work to prevent injury?

If you feel that an activity at work is not safe to carry out, inform your employer about it immediately. It’s always better to prevent an injury before it happens. Advising your employer about improved safety equipment could save them money against costly insurance claims. Always ensure that you use the safety equipment provided, as failure to do so can prevent you from making a claim. Although your employer should enforce that safety equipment be used, it can be negligent on your part for not using it.
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So you’ve had an accident at work and you want to know how much your claim could be worth. Then you should check out our Accident at Work Compensation Calculator found under the FREE INSTANT VALUATION tab on this page. Just select your injury, answer a few questions and the calculator will text your free valuation intsantly to your mobile or landline mumber. Its as simple as that!
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If you have suffered an accident at work using equipment that you were not properly trained on, regardless of your previous experience, you may agree it is one of the most easily avoidable types of accident.

Your employer has a duty to maintain your health and safety whilst you are working; this includes providing training on all equipment that you will be using during your working time. Even if you’re experienced in a particular job or piece of equipment, your employer must cover how to use the equipment safely; slight differences in machines can lead to injuries that are easily avoidable. This does not just relate to new employees – you can have worked for a company for 20 years, but if you’re instructed to use equipment that you are not familiar with, proper training should always be provided.
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