Personal Injury Solicitors
If you have suffered an injury caused by someone else’s negligence or carelessness, you have a legal right to be compensated for the losses you have suffered.
At Brindley Twist Tafft & James, our personal injury solicitors help injured people to recover financial compensation for accidents caused by the negligence of others. We can assist with claims against individuals, businesses, government entities or other organisations such as local authorities.
We act for clients injured in a variety of circumstances and offer ‘no win, no fee’ agreements, so you do not have to worry about how to fund your claim or any financial risk.
Our team will personally manage all stages of your personal injury claim, from beginning to end. We’ll listen carefully to the circumstances of your case and once we understand the facts, we will explain the legal issues involved and outline the steps we will take to resolve the issue. We will always keep you informed at every step of the way.
Get in touch with our personal injury solicitors in Coventry, Warwick and Southam
To arrange a free consultation about your potential claim, please contact us. We offer a no win, no fee arrangement. If we pursue your claim and it is not successful, you do not have to pay us.
We have offices in Coventry, Warwick, Southam and Balsall Common. Our solicitors work across the whole of the Coventry and Warwickshire region, including Stratford-upon-Avon, Rugby, Nuneaton, Leamington Spa, Kenilworth and Atherstone, as well as further afield.
Our personal injury claims expertise
We act for clients in a variety of circumstances, including:
- Road traffic accident claims
- Injury at work claims
- Criminal injury claims
- Public liability claims and occupier’s liability claims
- Dog bite claims
Road traffic accident claims
If you have been unlucky enough to have suffered a serious injury in such an accident, you can rely on our personal injury solicitors to help you obtain full financial compensation for your losses.
Our personal injury lawyers have a long record of success in a broad range of cases, including:
- Car accidents
- Truck and lorry accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Motorbike accidents
- Cyclist accidents
- Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) claims
- Uninsured driver accidents
- Hit-and-run/untraced driver accidents
- Injuries to passengers
Dealing with the physical and financial consequences of a road traffic accident can seem overwhelming. We are here to help. We will deal with the insurance company and take care of the paperwork so that you can focus on recovering from your injuries.
Injury at work claims
Employers must provide their employees with a safe place to work. They must also carry insurance to protect workers who are injured on the job.
If you were injured in a workplace accident, you have a right to receive financial compensation for your losses. Our personal injury lawyers help injured workers obtain full financial compensation for workplace injuries.
We have obtained compensation for clients injured in a wide range of circumstances, including:
- Falls from ladders or scaffolding
- Falls from roofs or down stairways
- Injuries due to lack of proper safety guards on machinery
- Work-related road traffic accidents
- Exposure to toxic chemicals or other dangerous substances
- Accidents involving power tools and heavy machinery
Criminal injury claims
If you have been the victim of a criminal assault, you may be able to obtain financial compensation for injuries caused by the assailant.
The personal injury lawyers at Brindley Twist Tafft & James are experienced in helping clients obtain the full amount of financial compensation to which they are entitled. We will work to obtain compensation for:
- Your physical or psychological injury
- Loss of earnings
- Special expenses such as the cost of medical treatment or rehabilitation that cannot reasonably be provided by the National Health Service
- Care provided in a residential establishment or at home
- Adaptations that need to be made to your home as a result of your injury
If your child, husband, wife or partner died as a result of a criminal injury, we will pursue compensation for your loss.
There are strict eligibility requirements that must be met in order to qualify for financial compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. We can analyse your case and tell you whether or not you have a valid claim for compensation.
You can rely on our personal injury claims lawyers to manage your claim effectively and help you obtain the full amount of money you are entitled to receive.
Public liability claims and occupier’s liability claims
If you have been injured whilst in a public place, or whilst on the premises of an occupier, such as a shop, restaurant, hotel, or even the home of an individual, we may be able to help you with personal injury claims.
It may be that you have tripped over an obstruction, or that something has fallen on you. Please contact us to discuss what has happened and to find out how our personal injury claims solicitors can help.
Dog bite claims
At Brindley, Twist, Tafft and James, we know how frightening and horrific a dog bite or attack can be. Injuries can be psychological as well as physical and dog owners need to be accountable for their dogs’ actions. If you, or a loved one, have suffered as a result of being attacked by a dog, please get in touch to see how our specialist injury solicitors can help.
FAQs
How long do you have to claim personal injury compensation?
The standard time limit for personal injury claims is three years. This is counted from the date on which you knew both a) that you had suffered an injury and b) that someone else was either wholly or partly responsible (referred to as the ‘date of knowledge’).
Other time limits may apply depending on the situation, so you might have longer to claim in some cases. For example, if the claim relates to someone under the age of 18, then the three-year time limit only kicks in once they turn 18. Therefore, they or their parents/guardians have until the claimant’s 21st birthday to take action.
For fatal accidents, the three-year limit is counted from the date of death, while there is no time limit to claim on behalf of people who do not have the mental capacity to make a claim themselves (e.g. due to a brain injury).
It is always a good idea to speak to a specialist personal injury lawyer as soon as possible if you believe you may have grounds for a claim. This helps to avoid the possibility of the relevant time limit being missed.
How long does a personal injury claim take?
How long personal injury claims take to resolve can vary hugely depending on the complexity of the issues involved and the process required to reach a resolution. Straightforward claims where a settlement can be agreed amicably can potentially be done in a matter of months. However, more complex claims and those that require extensive negotiations or court proceedings can take much longer.
How much is my personal injury claim worth?
The value of your personal injury claim will depend on the level of harm you have suffered. This will be broken down into two broad categories known as ‘special damages’ and ‘general damages’.
Special damages cover quantifiable financial losses that you have experienced so far as a result of your injuries, e.g. loss of earnings and paying for the cost of treatment or specialist equipment.
General damages include non-financial losses, such as pain and suffering, and ‘loss of amenity’ i.e. no longer being able to carry out activities you previously could. General damages also include expected future financial losses, e.g. if your future earning capacity will be reduced or you have ongoing treatment and care costs.
When you contact our team, we will advise on the potential costs you may be able to claim. A more detailed breakdown of the value of your claim will then be calculated should you decide to move forward with our team.
Do I need a solicitor to file a personal injury claim?
Technically, you can make a personal injury claim by yourself, but this can be very risky. These claims tend to be complicated, and exactly what you can claim may not be obvious to those without specialist experience.
If you do not have expert legal representation, you may have a lower chance of success with your claim and might not receive the full amount to which you are entitled. You will also need to take on the financial risk of any fees or other costs you incur as part of the claims process, which will not be refunded if your claim does not succeed.
Using a specialist lawyer for personal injury claims helps to ensure that you have the best chance of success and that you can secure the maximum amount possible. It will also usually make the process much simpler and less stressful for you at what is likely to already be a challenging time. Working with a personal injury lawyer also minimises your financial risk as most claims are pursued on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis, meaning that you will not be liable for any costs if your claim does not succeed.
What steps should I take immediately after an accident to support a future injury claim?
To give yourself the best chance of a successful claim following an accident, you should:
- Make a note of all relevant details, such as the time of the injury, where it occurred and who else (if anyone) was involved.
- Get the details of any witnesses and, if possible, speak to anyone who might have private CCTV footage or other digital evidence of the accident to make sure this is retained.
- Arrange to be examined by a doctor as soon as possible so there is clear evidence of your injuries.
- Keep a record of all the ways in which the accident has impacted you, including financially and otherwise.
- Contact a specialist personal injury lawyer to get their advice on your claim and ensure all necessary steps are taken promptly.
What is a “demand letter” in a personal injury claim?
When making a claim for personal injury compensation, the demand letter is the formal document setting out the particulars of your claim. This will include the harm you have suffered, why you hold the other party responsible and the level of compensation you are seeking. This letter will then be sent to the party from whom you are seeking compensation, with a deadline for a response.
Can I file a personal injury claim if I was partially at fault for the accident?
Yes, you can still potentially claim personal injury compensation even if you were partly at fault for an accident. Generally, the amount you can claim will be based on your injuries and other losses, as well as a determination of the percentage of liability you and the other relevant party or parties are considered to hold for the accident. This will either be decided by negotiation, alternative dispute resolution (e.g. mediation) or by a court.
For example, if it is determined that you would be owed £10,000 if you were entirely blameless in the accident, but that you were 50% at fault, then you would receive 50% of the total potential settlement i.e. £5,000.
What types of evidence are necessary to prove a personal injury claim?
The evidence you need to secure compensation for personal injury claims will depend on the situation. Typically, it will involve things like:
- An expert medical report on the nature of your injuries
- Proof of any financial losses
- Evidence of any non-financial losses to date
- An expert determination of any expected future losses
- Witness testimony covering the circumstances surrounding the injury
- Digital evidence, such as CCTV footage
- Police reports (where relevant)
- The contents of an organisation’s accident book (where applicable)
- Proof that a duty of care existed (i.e. that someone else had a legal duty to protect you from harm at the time of the accident)
- Proof that this duty of care was breached (e.g. by not following health and safety requirements in the workplace or driving without due care and attention for road traffic accidents etc.)
Get in touch with our personal injury solicitors in Coventry, Warwick and Southam
To arrange a free consultation about your potential claim, please contact us. We offer a ‘no win, no fee’ arrangement, which means that if we pursue your claim and it is not successful, you do not have to pay us.
We have offices in Coventry, Warwick, Southam and Balsall Common. Our solicitors work across the whole of the Coventry and Warwickshire region, including Stratford-upon-Avon, Rugby, Nuneaton, Leamington Spa, Kenilworth and Atherstone, as well as further afield.