Personal Injury Claims

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2 Client focused professional lawyers We can provide advice and assistance in the following areas: Accidents at work Industrial Disease Asbestos related illness Slips and Trips Accidents Abroad Criminal Injury Suffering an injury that was no fault of your own can have a significant effect on your life both personally and professionally. At TLW Solicitors, we can help. As a firm who specialises in, we have both the expertise and knowledge to represent you effectively, working towards a positive outcome. Client focused, our team work hard for you and your family s needs ensuring a sympathetic, professional relationship at all times.

3 Frequently asked questions Initial advice is provided free of charge and without obligation How long have I got to make a claim? If you have suffered a personal Injury you have a maximum limitation period of 3 years to claim from the date of your accident. If you have suffered a personal injury, you will generally have to make a claim for compensation within 3 years of the accident date. However there are few exceptions to this rule. For example, if you are acting on behalf of a child or were a child when the accident happened, you may have longer to claim. Similarly, if you have been affected by industrial disease, you may have longer than 3 years. If you have any queries regarding the time limits to make a claim then please contact us today and we will be happy to discuss this with you. How long will my claim take? This depends on the seriousness and complexity of your case; our personal Injury solicitors will advise you and keep you updated at each stage of your claim. How much compensation can I expect? Settlement figures are case dependent; we work hard to recover losses and ensure you receive the maximum amount of compensation available. Can I access rehabilitation before I receive compensation? Yes, we work with a select number of leading medical professionals who can help you on the road to recovery following your medical assessment. I suffered an accident at work, can I claim against my employer? Yes you can claim against your employer, it is the responsibility of employers to adhere to health and safety regulations and ensure a safe working environment for employees. It is illegal for your employer to dismiss an employee who is pursuing an accident at work claim. I have been off work as a result of my injury and I am now struggling financially. Can I access compensation before settlement? We want to ensure you receive the maximum settlement available and to avoid clients settling too early because of financial pressures we can in some case propose interim payments which are reviewed on a case by case basis. For example if liability has already been accepted this means a stronger chance of case settlement and better prospects for achieving interim payments for you. How much will it cost me to make a claim? At the outset of your claim we will discuss with you the various funding options that may be available to you. For instance, you may already a suitable legal expenses insurance policy in place that will cover your legal fees and expenses. However even if you don t we may be able to proceed with your claim on a no win no fee agreement. We may also recommend to you an after the event insurance product to fund your expenses and protect you against any adverse costs. Will I need to attend a court hearing? In a case it is quite rare that you would need to attend court, however if the case proceeds to trial, court attendance may be necessary.

4 KEY CONTACT Lorraine Whitney Head of Leading the personal injury team, accredited solicitor Lorraine Whitney has significant experience covering a broad range of practice areas. As a highly professional individual, Lorraine and her team are committed to achieving the best result for every client. What our clients say I was very pleased with the service I received and would recommend to a friend. MISS C HYLAND, ESSEX I've never claimed before, but TLW made it so stress free and easy. MR C BENTLEY, CLEVELAND

5 For added TLC think TLW Solicitors PERSONAL INJURY ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS MOTORING LAW PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE FINANCIAL MIS-SELLING Hedley Court Orion Business Park North Shields Tyne & Wear NE29 7ST