Whiplash injury compensation

These include:

• neck pain and stiffness
• tenderness over the neck muscles
• reduced and painful neck movements
• muscle spasms
• headaches

The long term effects of a Whiplash injury can make it difficult for you to carry out daily activities, enjoy your leisure time, and at worst may result in an inability to work and can lead to further issues.

Our specialist Road Traffic Injury lawyers will intimate the details of your whiplash claim as quickly as possible after the accident. The details of the accident and injury will be sent to the insurance company who represents the person at fault.

Some motor insurers will often try to settle your injury claim directly with you and this can mean that you can receive less compensation than you should. If we represent you we will advise you appropriately on offers of settlement to ensure your claim is settled at an appropriate level.

We will ingather details of your losses, any documents that we need to prove your case and will contact witnesses as soon as possible.

The time limit for settling a case is usually three years after the accident. However, in terms of the compulsory Scottish pre-action protocol, your claim should be intimated as soon as possible.

If a child suffers whiplash the timescale will be three years following their 16th birthday.

For clients who do not have the benefit of Legal Expense Insurance (“LEI”), we deal with claims on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning you pay nothing if your case is unsuccessful. Even if you have LEI we can still assist you.  Depending on the type of claim there is no requirement for you to accept the solicitors chosen by your insurers, you have the right to “freedom of choice” in relation to the solicitor instructed.

A No Win No Fee agreement is also known as a fee agreement which is an agreement you make with us so that you can make your personal injury claim without having to put up any legal fees upfront. So if your claim is unsuccessful the agreement states you will not have to pay any fees, helping to relieve any stress or worry throughout the claim process.

We will fight for justice and fairness, we will do the hard work for you and are committed to making a positive difference.

We will ensure that you recover accident compensation not only for your whiplash injury but we can also claim for general out of pocket expenses, loss of earnings and care and assistance required.

• If the accident was in the last three years
• If someone else was at fault
• If you have suffered injury or losses as a result of the accident such as your policy excess, children’s car seats and hire costs.

We are Road Traffic Accident injury experts and have one of the largest personal injury departments in Scotland with over 25 personal injury specialists covering the whole of Scotland, offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Thurso, and Lerwick, and we offer a no win no fee.

Our clients are at the heart of everything we do and we will go the extra mile to secure justice and fairness for those we represent.

We will go further and work harder to ensure you get the best possible service and outcome.

Our clients have scored us 10 out of 10 for client satisfaction.

9 out of 10 customers would use us again and recommend us to friends & family.

Following a road traffic accident it’s crucial to take immediate steps to protect your health and legal rights. Below is some guidance to help manage what can be a stressful situation::

1. Ensure safety and get medical attention: Your first priority is to ensure your safety and that of others involved. If anyone is injured, call emergency services immediately. Even if injuries seem minor, it’s important to seek medical attention after an accident, as some injuries may not be immediately apparent.
2. Report the accident: In an emergency always dial 999. People who are Deaf, hard of hearing or have issues communicating verbally can use the SMS 999 text system (you must register for this service). For non-emergency accident reports can be made by dialling 101. If someone is injured you should report the incident to the Police as soon as possible.
3. Do not admit fault: Avoid discussing fault or making statements that could be interpreted as an admission of liability until you have spoken to your solicitor.
4. Gather evidence: If possible, and safe to do so, obtain details of the parties and vehicles involved including their insurance information, take photographs of the area, vehicles involved, and any visible injuries. Note down the contact details of any witnesses. .
5. Notify your Insurer: they will explain how they can assist you following the accident
6. Contact a Personal Injury solicitor: Engage with a specialist personal injury solicitor as soon as possible. We will guide you through the claims process.
7. Understand the time limits: Be aware that there are time limits for making a personal injury claim. In Scotland, the time limit is generally three years from the date of the accident.

Remember, a specialist personal injury solicitor can help you navigate the legal system, ensuring that your best interests are represented and that you receive the maximum compensation for your suffering and losses, without the financial risk of upfront legal fees. We operate on a ‘win no fee’ basis. Get in touch with the team to discuss how we can assist you.