No Win No Fee Solicitors – Everything You Need To Know

If you have been injured at work, on the road or in a public place in an accident which was not your fault you could claim compensation with a solicitor without paying for their services upfront. At Public Interest Lawyers we work with a panel of No Win No Fee solicitors who have years of experience in helping people to make successful compensation claims.

In this guide we look at what personal injury claims are. We’ll also explore a few of the types of claims you could make and look at what a No Win No Fee agreement is when seeking legal representation for your case. We then look at what you have to pay in order to claim with a specialist solicitor and at how we could help you.

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What Is A No Win No Fee Claim?

A No Win No Fee claim is a way in which you can work with a personal injury solicitor or lawyer without paying fees for their work unless your case is awarded compensation. To take on your case without asking for an upfront payment, your solicitor may offer to handle your case under a Conditional Fee Agreement, or CFA. This is a type of No Win No Fee arrangement.

In addition to expert help with your case, No Win No Fee solicitors offer the following benefits;

  • No legal fees for your solicitor’s work are paid in advance.
  • No ongoing fees or charges during the claims process.

Furthermore, if your personal injury claim is not successful, you will not be charged for the solicitor’s work on your case.

If you successfully claim compensation under a Conditional Fee Agreement, you will be charged a success fee. This fee will be subtracted from the compensation that is awarded to you by your solicitor. Additionally, this percentage is subject to a legislative cap, guaranteeing that you will be able to keep the maximum amount of your compensation.

Please speak to a member of our team to learn more about the benefits of working with a solicitor offering their services under a CFA.

What Types Of Claims Can You Make On A No Win No Fee Basis?

No matter whether you have been injured on the road or at work, No Win No Fee solicitors could assist you with a wide variety of different types of claims.

Common examples of what types of claims can be supported by a No Win No Fee solicitor include;

  • Road traffic accident claims. These could include accidents involving cars, vans, work vehicles, cyclists and even pedestrians.
  • Accident at work claims. Accidents in the workplace may include manual handling accidents, slips and falls and being struck by a falling object.
  • Public liability claims. These may include accidents in a public place. For example, you may have been tripped over in a public park or been injured falling down broken stairs in a shop.
  • Medical negligence claims. Medical negligence can take place in a hospital,  GP practice or any healthcare facility. It could occur in many different ways from misdiagnosis through to the failing to treat an injury. It could have serious and even fatal consequences.

For more information on how No Win No Fee solicitors could assist with compensation claims, please contact our team.

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How Can No Win No Fee Solicitors Help You Claim?

If you choose to make your claim with one of the No Win No Fee solicitors from our panel, their first step will be to assess your case and determine whether you have a valid claim. Following this, they will take steps such as;

  • Sending an official letter of notification to the party you are making a claim against (the defendant). This letter may also be sent to their solicitors and insurance company.
  • Requesting and collecting medical evidence. This may include asking you to attend a personal injury medical appointment.
  • Negotiating with the other party. This may involve the negotiation of an interim payment if necessary.
  • Representing you in your case if your personal injury compensation claim does go to court.

To learn more about how to claim with a No Win No Fee solicitor’s support, please contact a member of our team today.

How Do You Make A No Win No Fee Claim?

You will need to prove liability for your injuries. Examples of evidence your No Win No Fee solicitor could help you to gather could include;

  • CCTV or other video footage that shows the accident taking place.
  • Copies of your medical records that shows the severity of the injuries suffered.
  • A copy of a report from an accident book.
  • Police report if the incident was reported to the police.
  • Statements from witnesses who saw the accident happen.
  • Diary of how the harm you suffered has affected you.
  • Collection of financial evidence such as receipts, invoices and payslips.

For more information on compensation claims, please contact our team today.

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What Will You Have To Pay If You Win A Compensation Claim?

In the event that you win your No Win No Fee claim, your legal costs may be recovered (in part) from the liable party.

When making a claim with a No Win No Fee solicitor, if your case is successful, you will be required to cover;

  • The costs of an ATE insurance policy.
  • Your solicitor’s success fee.

Your solicitor will discuss these with you before you begin the compensation claims process.

What Happens If I Lose My Claim?

If one of our panel of No Win No Fee solicitors agrees to take your case on, they will be confident that it will be successful. However, we do also recognise that in some instances a claim may not be successful.

If the compensation claim fails, you will not be required to pay for the services of the solicitor. It is important to always read the terms of any No Win No Fee contract before you sign.

Why Use Our Panel Of No Win No Fee Solicitors To Claim?

Our panel of No Win No Fee solicitors have a wealth of experience in handling all kinds of compensation claims. From workplace injuries to accidents on the road, they could help you to claim for an accident which was not your fault.

As we have already shown, a solicitor from our panel could help you to build a successful claim. They could organise a medical assessment, collect evidence and submit your claim. They could also calculate how much you could be owed for your injuries and whether you could be compensated for any loss of earnings.

You can get in touch with our team by;

  • Dialling 0800 408 7825 to speak to an advisor.
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Read More About Claiming Personal Injury Compensation

Here are a few more guides from across Public Interest Lawyers we thought you might find helpful:

References

  • No Win No Fee solicitors use figures from the Judicial College when estimating compensation settlements.
  • Learn more about First Aid in this NHS resource.
  • Check your entitlement to Statutory Sick Pay in this government resource.

For a free initial consultation and to find out about how No Win No Fee solicitors could help you please contact our team.