What is Compensation?
An injured person is entitled to claim two distinct types of compensation. Often
both are claimed at the same time
1: General Damages
General damages is a sum of money paid to an innocent victim for the pain
and suffering caused by an at fault party. These payments take account of such
factors as:
- The type and seriousness of the injury
- Future pain and disability
- Deformity
- Impaired functions e.g. hearing loss, ruined eyesight, loss of sexual function
- Adverse effect on the victims way of life e.g. inability to play a certain sport
or participate fully in family life
2: Special Damages
This is a further payment to the victim for the financial losses he or she
has suffered as a result of the accident and the financial losses he or she will
suffer in the future. The additional money pays for:
- Loss of earnings - past and future
- Damaged or destroyed personal possessions
- Incidental costs, such as travel expenses
- Medical care and treatment - past and future
- Household care in years to come
- Special equipment e.g. replacement limbs, household appliances or wheelchairs
Is there a time limit for claiming?
For most types of injury compensation there is a time limit of three years to
make a claim. However before a claim can be made against a third party we have
to gather evidence and put in place the appropriate documentation. In order to
do this we normally only work on accidents that have occurred within the last
two and a half years. However, if it is between two and a half and three years
give us a call and we may still be able to help.
Can I make a claim?
To help you we just need to know that the accident was not your fault and that
the accident occurred within the time limit mentioned above. Whether you have
been affected by a road traffic accident, slip trip or fall, accident at work,
medical negligence or industrial disease whatever the circumstances PM Law’s
advisors are here to help. Contact us today for a free no obligation assessment
of your case.
How much compensation could I receive?
No case is the same. There are numerous factors which must be taken into
consideration. When we have the full details of your accident, length of
suffering, and any other losses you may have incurred, we can give you an
indication on how much your claim may be worth. However, as a general guide to
how much the general damages relating to your injury might be see our
personal injury estimator.
How long will my case take?
The most important process is establishing that the person you are claiming to
be negligent is liable for the injuries you have suffered. Once liability is
established and you have attended a medical to get your injuries assessed, our
Solicitor will be able to give you a better indication of how long your case
will take.
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