Personal Injury Compensation

Personal Injury CompensatioAt Adam Bernard, our team of solicitors have years of experience in handling the personal injury claims of clients. We always ensure that our client’s interest are comprehensively protected, which is why we are proud to offer a no win no fee agreement. If you’ve suffered a personal injury due to a no fault of your own, you may be entitled to compensation. If this has happened at work, while travelling, in the UK or abroad, our personal injury solicitors are here to help. Our comprehensive understanding of this area of law will mean that your claim stands the best prospect of success

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What sort of personal injuries are covered?

The following list contains common causes of personal injury. Click on the icons below to learn more about how we can help you based the type of injury that you have suffered.

1. Road Traffic Accident

What it is: Any accident that happens while you’re in a vehicle—whether you’re a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian. These accidents can range from minor fender benders to serious crashes.
How it can affect you: Injuries could range from whiplash and broken bones to more severe issues like brain injuries or spinal cord damage. It can impact your ability to work, your finances, and your overall well-being.
How we can help: If the accident wasn’t your fault, we can help you claim compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, pain and suffering, and repair costs to your vehicle.

2. Incidents in Transit

What it is: Injuries that occur while you’re traveling, whether in public transport, taxis, or even while walking along the street. This includes trips, falls, or being hurt due to unsafe conditions.
How it can affect you: You may suffer from injuries like sprains, fractures, or head injuries. It could cause disruption to your routine, work, and daily life.
How we can help: If someone else’s negligence caused your injury—like poorly maintained public transport, unsafe walkways, or overcrowded spaces—we can help you claim compensation for the harm and inconvenience caused.

3. Accident at Work

What it is: Injuries that occur while you’re at your place of employment. This can range from slips, trips, and falls to more serious injuries from machinery accidents, lifting accidents, or even stress-related health issues.
How it can affect you: You could face physical injuries or mental health issues like anxiety or depression. Depending on your job, it could impact your ability to earn a living and carry out everyday tasks.
How we can help: If your employer failed in their duty of care (e.g., not providing proper safety measures, equipment, or training), we can help you claim compensation for both immediate and long-term effects of the injury.

4. Clinical Negligence

What it is: Medical errors, misdiagnoses, delayed diagnoses, surgical mistakes, or any form of negligence by healthcare professionals that causes harm or worsens your condition.
How it can affect you: Clinical negligence can result in lifelong health problems, additional medical expenses, and emotional trauma. In severe cases, it can even lead to loss of life.
How we can help: We can help you hold the medical provider accountable for the mistakes they made, helping you claim compensation for any extra medical costs, pain and suffering, or long-term care needed.

5. Physical Abuse or Sexual Abuse

What it is: This covers any physical or sexual abuse you have experienced, whether it happened at home, in public, or even in institutions (like schools or care homes).
How it can affect you: The emotional, psychological, and physical toll can be devastating. Survivors often deal with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and physical injuries, which can be long-lasting.
How we can help: You can claim compensation for both the physical and emotional harm caused by abuse. We can guide you through the legal process, making sure your rights are protected and you receive the support you need.

6. Industrial Disease

What it is: Illnesses caused by working conditions, especially in industries like construction, manufacturing, or mining. These diseases might include things like asbestos-related illnesses, hearing loss, or lung diseases caused by exposure to harmful substances.
How it can affect you: Industrial diseases can result in chronic illness, disability, and in some cases, death. Many of these diseases take years to develop, and by the time you’re diagnosed, the impact can be severe.
How we can help: If your employer failed to protect you from exposure to harmful substances or unsafe working conditions, you may be entitled to compensation for your illness, medical costs, and loss of income.

7. Faulty Goods

What it is: Injuries caused by defective or dangerous products. This could be anything from a faulty electrical appliance to a car part that malfunctions or even dangerous food or drink.
How it can affect you: Faulty goods can cause injuries ranging from burns or electrocution to more serious injuries like car accidents caused by defective parts.
How we can help: We can help you claim compensation from the manufacturer, retailer, or supplier for the harm caused by their defective product. You might also be able to recover costs for any medical treatment or repairs needed.

8. Property Damage

What it is: This refers to situations where your property—whether it’s your home, vehicle, or personal belongings—has been damaged due to someone else’s actions or negligence. For example, a car accident where your vehicle is damaged or if someone damages your home.
How it can affect you: Beyond the immediate financial cost of repairs, property damage can be a major inconvenience, disrupting your daily life and possibly leaving you with a significant financial burden.
How we can help: We can help you recover the cost of repairs, replacement items, or even compensation for the inconvenience and distress caused by the damage to your property.

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Medical Experts

To ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve, it is vital that you engage with an expert medical professional that can detail the intricacies of your claim. At Adam Bernard Solicitors, we have an established network of medical experts across the professional spectrum that will help establish your claim. We strive to work for your maximum compensation. Where your health is at risk, we will make sure all your rehabilitation needs are met which includes:

Physiotherapy
Chiropractic Services
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
EMDR Eye movement destination and re-processing
Occupational Therapy

If you’ve suffered a personal injury that was not your fault, you may be entitled to compensation for a range of losses and damages. Below is a breakdown of the types of claims you might be able to make:

1. Personal Injury

This refers to the physical harm you’ve suffered due to an accident or incident caused by someone else’s negligence. Compensation can cover pain and suffering, as well as medical expenses.

2. Loss of Income

If your injury prevents you from working or reduces your ability to work, you can claim compensation for the income you’ve lost during your recovery period.

3. Loss of Business

For business owners, if the injury has affected your ability to run or operate your business (e.g., if you’re unable to work or manage it properly), you may be able to claim for lost business profits or opportunities.

4. Disadvantage on Labour Market

If the injury results in long-term or permanent effects that make it harder for you to find or retain work, you may be entitled to compensation for the impact on your ability to compete in the job market.

5. Loss of Congenial Employment

This refers to losing the ability to continue in a job or career that you were particularly well-suited for, enjoyed, or was considered ideal for your skills, resulting in long-term career impacts.

6. Future Losses

If your injury is likely to cause long-term or permanent effects that will continue to impact your earning capacity or quality of life in the future, you can claim compensation for these anticipated future losses.

7. Care/Services

If you require assistance with daily tasks due to your injury (e.g., personal care, household tasks, or medical care), you may be able to claim compensation for the cost of hiring someone to help you or for the loss of someone who provided these services to you.

8. Loss of Earnings for Employer

If you are self-employed or a business owner, and your injury has impacted your ability to generate income or fulfill contracts, your employer may also be able to claim compensation for any losses caused by your inability to work.

9. Clothing or Other Items Damaged

If the accident or injury caused damage to your clothing, personal belongings, or any other items, you may be entitled to compensation to replace or repair those items.

10. Vehicle Damages

If your vehicle was damaged in an accident, you can claim compensation for the cost of repairs or the replacement value of your vehicle if it was written off.

11. Loss of Use

If the damage to your vehicle or other property means you can no longer use it for a period of time, you can claim compensation for the inconvenience or the costs of alternative transport during this period

12. Vehicle Repair Costs

If your vehicle was damaged in an accident that was not your fault, you can claim for the cost of repairs or restoration of your vehicle to its pre-accident condition.

13. Policy Excess

If you had to pay an excess or deductible on your insurance policy to cover the damage or loss caused by the accident, you may be able to claim this amount back from the party responsible for the incident.

14. Car Hire Losses

If your vehicle is off the road due to repairs, you might be entitled to claim for the costs of hiring a replacement vehicle while yours is being repaired.

15. Any Other Relevant Losses

In addition to the specific categories above, there may be other losses or costs associated with the accident that are relevant to your claim. This could include travel expenses for medical appointments, psychological support, or other indirect costs related to the injury.

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No win no fee

Based on your circumstances we can deal your matter on a no win no fee basis. Paying us if you win; If you win your claim, you pay our basic charges, our expenses and disbursements and a success fee together with the premium for any insurance you take out. You are entitled to seek recovery from your opponent of part or all of our basic charges and our expenses and disbursements, but not the success fee or any insurance premium.

What is a no win no fee

A no win, no fee agreement is a contract between a solicitor and client who is proceeding for a civil claim. Generally, the arrangement is that if the client is not successful in winning the claim, then there are no legal fees for them to pay. We draft transparent and simple to understand contracts for our clients and we make sure all of our terms are explained to our clients.

Why Adam Bernard Solicitors?

Our team of solicitors are experts within this field with years of experience in handling the claims of clients.
We have achieved numerous successes for clients as evidenced through our client testimonies.
We may be able to take on your case on a no win no fee agreement. This means we will only take payment once we are successful in getting you your compensation.