Your Questions Answered
- What is MyInjuryLawyer?
- Are you a claims management company?
- I am not sure if I have a claim, what should I do?
- Will I get 100% compensation?
- Will I need to travel to your offices?
- What is "No Win No Fee"?
- Can I make a claim online?
- Do I have a valid injury claim?
- What is my claim worth?
- How long will my claim take?
- Will I have to go to court?
- What is a lawyer and what will they do for me?
- What can I do if I am not satisfied with the service?
- I need money and support for my injury now – what can you do?
- Am I in time to bring a claim?
- Do I have to use the lawyer that my Insurer nominates for me?
What is MyInjuryLawyer?
We are ethical lawyers who specialise in handling injury claims on behalf of victims nationwide.
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Are you a claims management company?
No. You will deal with us directly and not through middlemen.
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I am not sure if I have a claim, what should I do?
Call our 24/7 freephone number and speak in confidence to one of our legal experts. We will do our utmost to answer all your questions and concerns in a sympathetic, professional manner at no cost to yourself.
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Will I get 100% compensation?
Yes. By making a claim with MyInjuryLawyer you will receive 100% compensation.* There are no referral fees.
MyInjuryLawyer will not encourage you to enter into unsuitable loan agreements or other funding arrangements that will be detrimental to you.
All we ask is that you cooperate with us as the claim progresses.
*excludes Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) claims
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Will I need to travel to your offices?
No. We will discuss your claim over the phone, in your home, or online to evaluate whether representation is an option. If, during the course of the claim, a face to face meeting is required and you are unable to come to our offices, we will visit you at your home or somewhere convenient to you. In the normal course of a claim, face to face meetings are infrequent and sometimes not required at all. Most of the claim process can be completed by letter and telephone.
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What is "No Win No Fee"?
The term is often used to indicate that there is no fee to pay whether you lose or win your claim. You may, however, be required to take out an insurance policy to cover the costs you could have to pay the opposing side, if you lose your case. "No Win No Fee" is not always the most suitable way of funding a claim and there may be other options available, which could be more suitable for your case. Your lawyer will be happy to explain these and "No Win No Fee" further and ensure you receive what is the most suitable for you. To learn more Click here.
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Can I make a claim online?
Yes. You can start your claim today online by completing the MyInjuryLawyer claim form or by telephoning the freephone number provided for a free case evaluation or to simply talk and ask questions. If you do not want to pursue your claim after the initial consultation you can walk away – at no expense and with no strings attached. Anything you tell us will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.
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Do I have a valid injury claim?
Usually, if your injury was due to the fault of someone or something else and could have been avoided, then you have good grounds for bringing a claim. In order to determine whether you have a genuine claim, we will examine the facts surrounding the accident/injury. If the facts of your case support a legal claim we will undertake to represent you. We only advise our clients to continue with a claim if we believe it is worth pursuing.
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What is my claim worth?
The purpose of awarding compensation for injury is to put the injured person back into the same position they would have been in if the accident had not occurred. Whilst this is almost impossible in practical terms, the injury lawyer must do her or his best to ensure that the accident victim receives appropriate compensation for their injuries. The value of an injury claim can be anywhere from a few thousand pounds to many millions and will depend on a variety of factors, such as the severity of the injured person’s injury, age and employment.
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How long will my claim take?
In general, the more serious the injury and the more complicated the facts, the longer the case takes. Simple rear end traffic accidents with minimal injuries usually take only a few months to resolve. Cases with serious injuries usually take a number of years. Click here if you wish to learn more about the claims process.
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Will I have to go to court?
This is unlikely as the majority of injury claims today are settled out of court.
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What is a lawyer and what will they do for me?
The term "lawyer" is a general term for someone who practises law e.g. a solicitor. A good lawyer will help their client by offering practical legal advice and solutions to a problem. The law is a vast subject and highly complex in areas, which is why there are many different types of lawyer specialising in many different fields of law (e.g. commercial, criminal, property and, of course, personal injury). A specialist lawyer should have proven experience of handling legal problems within their field and possess up to date legal knowledge in order to provide the client with expert advice and solutions tailored to their individual needs. All the lawyers at MyInjuryLawyer are specialists in personal injury law.
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What can I do if I am not satisfied with the service?
A formal complaints procedure is in place in case you are ever dissatisfied with any part of our service,. Your lawyer will advise you about this.
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I need money and support for my injury now – what can you do?
We recognise the importance of early rehabilitation and, where appropriate, we will strive to obtain interim payments to:
- aid your rehabilitation
- purchase any suitable accommodation, aids and equipment
- purchase tailor made care packages and/or pay for any surgery required.
We also have close ties with a wide variety of organisations which can provide injury victims with instant support.
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Am I in time to bring a claim?
Most injury claims must be brought within three years of the accident happening or the injury being identified (for example, an industrial disease). If the accident happened when you were under the age of 18, then generally you have 3 years from your 18th birthday to bring your claim. If the accident happened abroad, the limitation period may be shorter. If it happened at sea, in the air or due to a criminal attack the period is usually 2 years. There are exceptions to these rules which is why it is so important to consult a specialist injury lawyer.
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Do I have to use the lawyer that my Insurer nominates for me?
If you have legal expenses insurance, you have the right to choose your own lawyer once court proceedings have commenced. Indeed, many insurance companies are now prepared to allow you to choose your own solicitor in any event. Only a specialist injury lawyer is qualified to act in your best interests and win you maximum compensation.