What are no win, no fee accident lawyers?

At Beacon Law, we specialise in helping individuals who have been injured in accidents that weren’t their fault. If you’re searching for a skilled personal injury solicitor in England and Wales, look no further.

We understand that the financial implications of legal action can be daunting. That’s why we offer no win, no fee agreements. This means you won’t pay any upfront fees, and you’ll only owe legal costs if your no win, no fee claim is successful.

A no win, no fee agreement, officially known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), allows you to pursue your claim without the risk of significant financial outlay.

Your solicitor will carefully assess your case and only agree to take it on if there’s a strong likelihood of success, typically at least a 50% chance.

If your claim is successful, you’ll receive compensation for your injuries and losses. A portion of this compensation will be used to cover your legal costs, such as court fees, plus our success fee. However, if your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t owe any legal fees.

Our no win, no fee legal services

The legal matters which we deal with on a no win, no fee basis, include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Accidents at Work
• Slips, Trips and Falls
• Road Traffic Accidents
• Animal Attacks
• Medical Negligence
• Professional Negligence
• Criminal Injury Claims (CICA)
• Catastrophic Injuries

If you have sustained an injury in any type of accident as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to make a claim on a no win, no fee basis. Get in touch today to find out of we can help.

Circumstances when you may have to pay fees

Although uncommon, there are some circumstances where you may be held responsible for our fees and costs as well as the Defendant’s fees and costs. For example:

• In the unlikely event that you should wish to end the ‘No Win No Fee’ Agreement before settlement of your case, you will have an obligation to pay our basic costs, unless you agree to await the outcome of your claim.
• In the event you fail to provide us with instructions or fail to co-operate with us in any way, we would hold you to be in breach of the ‘no win, no fee’ agreement.
• If you are found to be fundamentally dishonest at any stage of the claim. This can include providing any information regarding the claim which you know to be untrue, and can include exaggerating injuries, providing false or inaccurate information about the details of the accident, or failing to inform us of any information, such as previous accidents or injuries.
• You may also be responsible for some of our fees if you win. This situation may arise if we cannot recover all of our costs from the opponent. However, in the event of a successful outcome, we would hope you will recover most if not all of our costs from your opponent.

The process of making a claim

During your initial consultation, our specialist no win no fee accident lawyers will provide you with legal advice about personal injury claims and will inform you about the relevant limitation rules.

Our personal injury lawyers will then ask you for details about your accident and the initial injuries that were suffered as a result. This will help our no win, no fee accident lawyers to assess the likelihood of your claim being successful.

During these initial stages of your claim for compensation, it is vital that you gather the relevant evidence to support your claim. Relevant evidence may include CCTV footage of the incident, medical records, accident books, photographs of your injuries, and witness statements.

Your personal injury solicitor may also ask that you undergo an official medical examination in order to receive medical reports about the injuries that you have sustained. These medical reports will provide vital medical evidence of the nature and extent of your injuries. Even if you have received other medical care prior to starting your accident claim, a more thorough medical assessment may still be needed to produce detailed, accurate, and reliable medical reports.  

How much compensation could you receive?

The amount of compensation for a personal injury claim varies based on the severity of the injury, financial losses, and the impact on your life. Compensation is typically divided into two main categories: general damages for pain and suffering and special damages for financial losses.

General damages compensate for the non-monetary impacts of the injury, primarily focusing on the pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment in life. These damages can be harder to quantify, as they relate to the personal impact the injury has had on you.

Special damages cover the financial losses and expenses incurred because of the accident, both current and anticipated future costs. These damages are generally easier to quantify, as they’re based on actual expenses and financial records. 

What are the time limits for making a no win, no fee compensation claim?

In the UK, there are specific time limits, known as limitation periods, for making a personal injury compensation claim. Typically, you must make a claim within 3 years of the date the injury occurred or from the date you became aware of the injury and its impact.

For injuries caused by a crime, such as an assault, you may claim through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). The time limit for CICA claims is generally 2 years from the date of the crime or from when you became aware of the injury’s impact.

However, it is important to note that there are some exceptions and variations to the general limitation period. These exceptions include the following:

• Minors: If the injury claim involves a person who was under the age of 18 at the time when the broken jaw injury occurred, the three-year limitation period does not begin until their 18th birthday. In such cases, a claim can be made at any time before the person turns 21.
• Mental Capacity: If the injured person lacks the mental capacity to manage legal decisions, there is no time limit for making a claim. The limitation period only starts when the person regains capacity. For individuals with injuries who may lack mental capacity, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 provides a framework for assessing whether they can understand, retain, use, and communicate information relevant to a decision.

Why choose Beacon Law?

Beacon Law are a leading law firm of no win, no fee solicitors offering a range of personal injury claim services to our clients. We provide a high level of service to all our clients and work hard to ensure they receive the appropriate treatment and highest level of compensation for their injuries.

We work closely with all clients, following their instructions whilst providing specialist legal advice on each case. We aim to support all our clients throughout a time which is already difficult, and provide the best case management possible throughout all legal proceedings.

If you choose to make a claim with Beacon Law, we will work hard to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

If you require advice on a potential case or assistance with an accident claim, please contact us on 0330 1332 857. Alternatively, please complete our online form, and a Personal Injury expert will contact you to discuss your potential case.