Accident Claims FAQ

When to Claim:

If you intend to make a claim after an accident  you must do so within the time limits set out by the Statute of Limitations.

Usually you are allowed two years from the date the injury was caused or identified but this is not always the case.  There are special rules for children and persons suffering with disabilities.  There are other exceptions.

No action can be taken on foot of the claim if the claim is not initiated within the legal time limits.

If you have been injured and you wish to make a claim contact a Solicitor without delay so that your claim can be assessed.  When you act promptly you are unlikely to have anything to worry about. 

Have I a case?

This is often the first question we are asked. Every case is different and before we make a recommendation we will discuss your case with you. In many situations it will be clear from the outset that you will succeed in being fully compensated.

If however we believe you have no case we will tell you immediately.

It will not be in your interest to pursue a case that stands little chance of success.

Will I have to go to Court?

The reality is that very few personal injury cases go to trial.  More than 95% of case are settled beforehand.

Costs & Fees

Once you and we are satisfied to proceed with your case we will be in a position to fund your case for you.

If your claim succeeds we can usually recover most of the outlay from the other side.

Child Plaintiffs

Persons under the age of 18 years are know as minors or infants. Minors may not bring proceedings in their own name. They must be represented by a ‘next friend’, usually one of the parents

Any compensation awarded to a minor is lodged into the court bank account and becomes payable to the minor together with interest when they reach 18 years.

Any settlement of a case involving a minor must be approved by the Court.

Disclaimer
You should note that no solicitor/client relationship or duty of care or liability of any nature shall exist or be deemed to exist between Paul W. Tracey Solicitors and you until you have received a written letter of engagement from us in which we confirm our appointment as your Solicitors.

*In contentious business a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement.