Practice areas/Personal Injury & Claims
Personal Injury
Compensation for injuries sustained through negligence.
A serious injury has lasting financial as well as personal consequences. The firm establishes liability, documents the full extent of the loss and pursues the compensation to which the claimant is entitled in law, including provision for future expenses.
Scope of services
- Injuries arising from unsafe premises or negligent conduct
- Past and future medical expenses
- Past and future loss of earnings
- General damages for pain, suffering and disablement
- Loss of support claims on behalf of dependants
When to seek advice
- Where an injury has been sustained through the fault of another party
- Where liability is uncertain and requires investigation
- Where a settlement has been offered and its adequacy must be assessed
This page provides a general overview of the firm's services in this practice area and does not constitute legal advice. Prescription periods and other time limits apply to many claims, and we recommend that you consult an attorney regarding your specific circumstances at the earliest opportunity.
Our engagement process.
Irrespective of the area of law, every mandate proceeds through the same four stages, so that clients understand precisely what is being done on their behalf, and why.
Initial consultation
We establish the facts, clarify your objectives and review the relevant documentation.
Assessment and advice
You receive a candid assessment of the merits, the risks, the probable course of the matter and the options available.
Mandate and strategy
The scope of work and the strategy are agreed, and the terms of our mandate are confirmed in writing before work commences.
Representation and reporting
We conduct the matter to its conclusion and report at each stage, so that no development arrives unannounced.
Engage the firm.
To discuss a matter or to request a consultation, contact our offices. We will confirm how the firm is able to assist and advise on the appropriate next steps.