What is a personal injury claim?

If you have suffered an injury or illness that is caused or made worse by somebody else, you will be able to make a personal injury claim against them to obtain compensation and damages.

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Why choose Edwards Duthie Shamash Solicitors?

We have a team of friendly, experienced solicitors who will work diligently to recover compensation on your behalf. You will receive a personalised, friendly service and you will be kept informed of all developments at every stage of your claim.

Client Reviews

“I suffered life changing serious injuries in an accident at work and was assisted by Bradley Wright. He successfully pursued a claim on my behalf and conducted matters in an extremely professional, sympathetic and determined manner. I would strongly recommend his services.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“I would just like to congratulate a member of your team! Edwards Duthie Shamash are the solicitors that are used by The Communication Workers Union/Unionline. I recently had an accident at work which resulted in me suffering from a bad back because of an overweight bag. Natalie from the claims department was great in agreeing a liability settlement and a very reasonable amount of compensation for my injury. She always responded to my emails or phone calls which is rare in some law firms and was always polite and informative. I would definitely recommend Edwards Duthie Shamash to others and hopefully I won’t but if I ever needed to use them again I will do!”

— Matt Bellamy

“I have today received a cheque in full and final settlement of my hearing loss claim. I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for the professional and competent manner in which you have dealt with my claim. Throughout my dealings with you and your office, I have found you to be approachable, knowledgeable and timely, which in turn led to a very satisfactory conclusion to my claim. Your advice proved to be invaluable. I would have no hesitation in recommending you and you office to anyone who needs legal advice in any field. Once again, thank you very much.”

— Client of Edwards Duthie Shamash

“Myriam was extremely helpful with my case and always answered any questions promptly. She was professional and very friendly. A great representative of the firm and always put me as the client first. She obtained the maximum settlement for me, which I am very grateful.”

— Client of Edwards Duthie Shamash

“I would have no hesitation in recommending Bradley Wright in handling your Personal Injury Claim. He was very professional, tenacious and obtained a fantastic outcome for myself.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“Natalie at Edwards Duthie Shamash has been fantastic in dealing with our PI claim. As soon as all the paperwork was received she got on with the case and had it settled in a matter of months. The amount we received was more than expected. We would highly recommend Edwards Duthie Shamash.”

— Client of Natalie Darko

“Unfortunately I suffered life changing injuries as a result of being struck by a car. Bradley Wright was recommended to me and handled my case throughout. He provided me with support every step of the way and dealt with my claim in an extremely professional and personal manner. He made sure that I received adequate rehabilitation and treatment. Each step of the legal process was explained clearly and he was always available to provide myself and my family with advice and updates. I received a positive outcome to my claim and would strongly recommend Bradley Wright to handle any catastrophic personal injury claims.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“My case was moving along very slowly, almost a year had past and hardly anything had happened. I was only getting e-mails late on Friday night so I was unable to get any contact and support throughout. I had almost given up that nothing would ever happen. I must say when Myriam Musumari then took on the case I was really impressed with how quickly she got to grips with the case. She contacted me regularly through e-mail and I was always up to date with anything that had happened. Even when I was being slow on some of the paperwork Myriam sent me reminder after reminder to get the paperwork in. I was so used to the person before on the case taking ages and not hearing anything from it, I was amazed at the speed in which Myriam has worked through the case and always being friendly, approachable and professional throughout. She has also managed to secure me an amount much greater than I had ever expected so I can only send her my thanks.”

— Client of Edwards Duthie Shamash

“I was unfortunate to be hit by a car on a zebra crossing last November. Edwards Duthie Shamash Solicitors were recommended to me & Myriam Musumari was allocated to deal with my case. The service that was provided to me was first class. Each step of the way everything was explained to me clearly, this was done mostly via email which suited me as I had something to refer to & it’s not always convenient to take and receive phone calls. Updates & any queries I had were dealt with clearly & promptly. I received a positive outcome and could not recommend this company enough.”

— Client of Edwards Duthie Shamash

“After my road accident injury, I decided to consult with Edwards Duthie Shamash, as I had previous dealings with the company in the past and know their reputation as an excellent legal practice. Myriam dealt with my case in a very professional and efficient manner and because of this, we reached a satisfactory settlement in a smooth and speedy process. I would definitely recommend Edwards Duthie Shamash for any legal requirements.”

— Client of Edwards Duthie Shamash

“I suffered a serious injury at work and was successfully represented by Bradley Wright. He handled my truly difficult case in a compassionate and determined manner, and not only managed to persuade the Defendants to accept liability, but recovered a substantial settlement on my behalf. I would have no hesitation in recommending his services. ”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“My family were involved in a life changing incident and received assistance from Bradley Wright. He handled our case in an extremely compassionate and professional manner. He fought vigorously to obtain the best possible outcome. I would totally recommend him as a personal injury Solicitor.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“This whole experience of making a PI claim following an accident at work I had October 2019, and which my employer admitted liability has been a long and torturous journey. Often very frustrating, and the near recovery from various medical procedures much longer than I expected. From start to finish this 3 year process has been subject to constant delays, some inevitable as medical process needed to take there appropriate course. I acknowledge we've had the challenges of Covid to contend with during this time, but nevertheless its been a constant battle with various medical professionals. Everyone bar one person has proven to be inefficient. The only exception has been the service provided by Myriam, who has been excellent and who has always acted promptly and professionally providing sound advice and guidance. I'd have no hesitation in recommending Myriam's services to anyone who might need some legal support.”

— Client of Edwards Duthie Shamash

“I instructed Bradley Wright to represent me in relation to a serious personal injury claim, and I was extremely satisfied with the service I received. He was extremely diligent throughout the lifetime of the case and obtained an extremely satisfactory result.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“I was involved in a life-changing accident at work and would have no hesitation in recommending Bradley Wright in handling personal injury cases involving serious injuries. Bradley acted in a very sympathetic and professional manner and was tenacious in obtaining a satisfactory outcome on my behalf. I would have no hesitation in recommending his services.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“I suffered a life-changing event and Bradley Wright handled my claim with extreme professionalism and sympathy, in a diligent and tenacious manner. I would fully recommend his services.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“I was very happy with the service that I received from Bradley Wright. He was extremely diligent and hardworking whilst pursuing my claim to a satisfactory conclusion.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

“Bradley Wright dealt with my case in an extremely professional way. It was not an easy journey for me and without his valuable help, I would have given up a long time ago in pursuing a claim. I would have no hesitation in recommending his services.”

— Client of Bradley Wright

Personal Injury Solicitors: how can we help?

We can recover compensation for your injuries and loss of earnings as well as provide access to medical care and rehabilitation. We’ve recovered millions of pounds in compensation for claimants throughout the UK and handle cases on a No Win No Fee basis which means if you lose your case, you will not pay our legal costs.

Our team are all accredited solicitors as we are members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and are also authorised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

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Personal Injury FAQ’s

How much compensation am I entitled to for a personal injury claim?

Each personal injury claim is different and the amount of recoverable compensation will depend upon the severity of your injuries, whether you are partly responsible for the accident, how much you have lost in earnings and whether you have made a recovery or whether you require further treatment.

Please click our personal injury compensation calculator to obtain further information about personal injury damages.

If your claim is successful you will receive one total sum that is arrived at by combining two heads of damage, namely general damages and special damages. General damages is an award of money that is given to you purely in relation to the injury you have suffered and takes into account pain and suffering, loss of amenity, severity of injury and whether any ongoing treatment and care is required.

Special damages are all those losses and expenses you have incurred as a direct result of the accident including loss of earnings, loss of pension, medical treatment, ongoing care and rehabilitation, travel expenses and modifications to your home.

What are the time limits for a personal injury claim?

You usually have three years in which to make a personal injury claim. This is usually three years from the date of your accident or three years from the diagnosis of a workplace illness. On occasions, the three year period will also run from the date on which you learned that your injury or illness was caused by somebody else.

There are some exceptions to the above period, and therefore it is best to get in touch with us as soon as possible. This will give our personal injury solicitors every opportunity of obtaining the relevant evidence that they need to successfully make your claim. We will be able to advise you of the exact legal deadline and will still be able to help you if the deadline is approaching.

What can I claim for?

You can claim damages to reflect the injury that you have sustained. This is known as general damages and takes into account pain, suffering, loss of amenity, how seriously injured you are and whether you have made a full recovery or not.

Any compensation claim would also include any financial losses you have suffered including loss of earnings, loss of pension, costs of medical treatment and travel expenses and costs of any rehabilitation and care, if needed.

Can I be dismissed for making an accident at work claim?

Most employers will understand that workplace accidents take place, and they should have insurance in place to cover claims. However, if your working life becomes extremely difficult because you have made a claim, you may wish to obtain advice from one of our expert employment law solicitors.

Your employers cannot legally dismiss you simply because you are pursuing an accident at work claim.

An employer will have a legal duty to take care of your wellbeing whilst you are at work by providing safe equipment, a safe system and place of work, and adequate training.

Can I claim if my employer blames me for the accident?

You will still be able to claim, depending on the allegations that they make against you. Sometimes employers argue that you were partly to blame for the accident, but the onus will be on them to prove this allegation.

How much can I claim for asbestosis and mesothelioma?

The amount you can claim depends upon which asbestos related illness you have been diagnosed with. Individual circumstances such as age, life expectancy and the severity of your illness will also have a bearing on the level of damages you may receive.

What criminal injuries can I claim for?

If you have been a victim of a violent crime you may be able to recover compensation for some of the following:

• Assault including ABH and GBH
• Threats of violence that have caused psychological injuries
• A loved one being murdered
• Domestic abuse

How much compensation will I receive for criminal injuries?

Compensation for CICA (Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority) claims is set at fixed levels and depends on the severity of the injury and the type of injury. You can claim for up to three injuries through the CICA.

1. You will receive 100% of the compensation for the most serious of the injuries.
2. 30% of the compensation award is for the second most serious injury.
3. 15% of the compensation award is given to the third most serious injury.

The minimum amount of compensation the scheme awards is £1,000.00 and the maximum amount is £500,000.00 which relates to the most severe injuries. Compensation can also be provided for loss of earnings and expenses.

What is a serious injury?

Serious injuries are those which will have a long-term effect and are life-changing. Compensation for these injuries must take into account:

• Rehabilitation needs
• Long-term care and support
• Loss of earnings and pensions if you are no longer able to work or cannot perform the same job
• Moving to a new home or making adaptations to your existing home

How long will the claim take?

Serious injury claims usually take a few years to bring to a conclusion. However, it is possible for us to obtain interim compensation payments before the conclusion of your claim, to help pay for any treatment you require. These payments are available if the responsible party admits fault for your injury. The final settlement will depend upon a number of factors including whether you have made a full recovery or not. Our specialist lawyers will make sure that your compensation is calculated to take into account all relevant factors.

What can I claim for?

The value of your claim depends on a number of factors but generally there are two categories:

1. Compensation for your Personal Injury
2. Compensation for your financial losses

We will help you understand the likely level of compensation you could receive providing:

• A full assessment of the extent of your injuries
• The type of injury sustained
• Your symptoms and their duration
• Advice on what can be claimed for

How much will it cost me?

There are many ways of funding your personal injury case and we will advise you of the best option. We offer a genuine “NO WIN NO FEE” agreement and if you choose this arrangement you should have nothing to pay if your claim is unsuccessful.

We will also consider obtaining an insurance policy to be in place to pay your opponents costs should you be required to pay anything. If there is ever a situation whereby you may be required to pay something you will be advised of this possibility well in advance so that you can avoid it arising should you wish to do so.