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When considering making a claim, asking how much compensation they may receive is often one of their first questions. After all, making a claim can be a lengthy and stressful process and it’s natural to want to have an idea of what you can expect to get out of it when all is said and done.

With that said, each case is different. Without knowing the precise details of your claim, there is no way of accurately estimating the exact amount of compensation you will be awarded. Two seemingly similar claims can actually receive drastically different settlements. The particular details of your case and the evidence you can provide can significantly affect the compensation you are awarded.

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There are time limits for making a claim. Under the Limitation Act 1980, an adult has to start their claim within three years of the accident (or the date they first became aware that they’d been treated negligently).

Children have three years from their 18th birthday to make a claim, and for someone who is mentally incapacitated because of their injuries, the three-year period starts to run when they’re no longer under a mental disability.

This depends how serious your injuries are, how complex the claim is, and whether your claim goes to court. A claim for minor injuries, where fault is admitted, can be finished within months.

Most cases are settled out of court, but it can sometimes take many months or longer to agree a fair settlement. In serious cases, it can take a long time to become clear about the full impact of injuries on your daily life and your ability to do your job.

Many injury solicitors work on a ‘no win no win’ basis (also known as Conditional Fee Agreement). This means the other party will pay some or all of your legal costs if you win, but you’ll have to pay a percentage called a ‘success fee’ to your solicitor out of your compensation. An insurance policy will cover the financial risk of losing the claim, so you won’t be out of pocket.

On assessment of your claim we could also give a closer estimate of your success fee. For Evans Hughes this will normally be less that 30% of the damages awarded. If we expect the claim to cost more we will discuss this in detail to ensure you are making an informed decision.

Understandably, many people are concerned about having to attend court as it can be a daunting prospect. However, the vast majority of claims for compensation reach a successful settlement before a final hearing at court.

There are a small number of cases that unfortunately don't reach a successful conclusion prior to the final hearing and in those cases, it is necessary to attend court.However, our expert solicitors will be with you every step of the way and will ensure that the process is as stress free as possible.

You are not required to use a Claims Management company to make a complaint direct to a lender and if unsuccessful to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free. Alternatively if your lender, such as your Green Deal Provider, is no longer trading, you are able to submit your complaint yourself to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme for free.

For some claims we refer your case to a legal partner and act as an intermediary and we may receive a fee for any valid claims.

We may receive a fee for any claims we are unable to deal with ourselves and refer to a third-party law firm.
A fee could be payable for any claim(s) cancelled after the 14 day cooling off period or after the lender has made a reasonable offer.