Personal Injury Lawyers Scotland

Been injured through no fault of your own? Jones Whyte’s personal injury lawyers will assess your claim, gather your evidence, negotiate with insurers, and fight to secure compensation you deserve.  

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What Is a Personal Injury Claim? 

Personal injury law protects you when someone else’s negligence causes you harm. If another person or organisation failed in their duty of care — and that failure injured you — you have the right to claim compensation. 

A successful claim can cover pain and suffering, lost earnings, medical expenses, and the longer-term impact on your life. Our personal injury specialists will assess what you’re entitled to and work to secure a compensation. 

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Types of Personal injury claims 

No two injuries are the same, and no two claims are identical. Our personal injury services cover a wide range of circumstances — from accidents at work to incidents in public places to serious, life-changing injuries.

 

Road Traffic Accidents 

Car accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury claims in Scotland. If you were injured in a collision that wasn’t your fault — as a driver, passenger, cyclist, motorcyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to compensation. We handle everything from whiplash claims to complex multi-vehicle accidents. 

 

Accidents at Work 

Your employer has a legal duty to keep you safe. If you were injured at work due to inadequate training, faulty equipment, or unsafe conditions, you have the right to take legal action. Our team has considerable experience handling workplace injury claims across construction, manufacturing, and office environments. 

 

Clinical Negligence Claims 

When medical treatment falls below an acceptable standard and causes you harm, that’s clinical negligence — also referred to as medical negligence. These claims are among the most complex in personal injury law. They require deep expertise and the ability to take on large institutions. Our clinical negligence team has both, whether your case involves a misdiagnosis, a surgical error, or a failure to provide appropriate care.

 

Public Liability Claims

If you were injured in a public place — slipping on a wet floor in a supermarket, tripping on an uneven pavement, or being hurt in a shopping centre, hotel, or bar — you may have grounds for a public liability claim. Businesses and local authorities have a duty to keep their premises safe. When they don’t, we’ll help you hold them to account.

 

Asbestos Related Diseases 

Asbestos exposure can cause serious, life-limiting conditions including mesothelioma and pleural thickening. If you or a family member has been diagnosed with an asbestos related disease as a result of workplace exposure, our specialists can help you understand your options and pursue the compensation you deserve. We understand the urgency these cases carry and will move quickly on your behalf.

 

Brain Injury Claims 

A brain injury can change every aspect of a person’s life — and the lives of those around them. Whether caused by a road traffic accident, a workplace incident, or a medical procedure, our personal injury specialists have the experience to handle these sensitive, high-value cases with the care they require.

 

Spinal Injuries

Spinal injuries often result in long-term or permanent disability, requiring significant medical care and changes to daily life. We work with leading medical experts to build the strongest possible case, making sure the full extent of your injury is properly reflected in the compensation you receive.

 

Product Liability

If you’ve been injured by a faulty or dangerous product, you may be able to claim under product liability law. Manufacturers and retailers must ensure their products are safe. When they fail in that duty, you have the right to recover compensation — and we’ll help you do it.

 

Fatal Accident Claims

Losing someone due to another person’s negligence is devastating. Our team will handle your claim with the utmost sensitivity, helping your family access the support and compensation you’re entitled to during an incredibly difficult time. 

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The Process of Making a Claim

  1. Free discovery call. We listen to what happened and give you an honest assessment of your claim. No obligation, no pressure.
  2. Evidence gathering. We help you pull together everything needed — medical records, witness statements, photographs, and more. 
  3. Negotiation. We negotiate with the other party’s insurers, working to recover the maximum compensation you’re entitled to. 
  4. Resolution. Most claims settle without going to court. If yours doesn’t, we have the experience to represent you effectively. 

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Our Fee Structure — No Win, No Fee

Success Fee: If your claim is successful, our success fee is charged as a percentage of compensation awarded to you. This fee covers our legal services and includes the cost of After the Event (ATE) insurance to protect you against having to pay the other side’s costs if your claim is unsuccessful.

No Win, No Fee Explained: You will not pay any legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful. However, if we secure compensation for you, our success fee will be deducted from your compensation award before payment to you.

When You Might Be Liable for Costs:

  • If you choose to terminate your agreement with us but later succeed with your claim through other means, such as through another firm of solicitors, you may be liable for the cost of the work we have completed on your behalf.
  • In other exceptional circumstances as detailed in our instruction agreement and terms of business, such as if you have misled us or falsely represented part of your claim.

These terms will be fully outlined in your instruction agreement and Terms of Business with us, and are available for you to review before you make any binding commitment. You are under no obligation to these terms by making an initial enquiry.

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Jones Whyte Personal Injury Lawyers

We’ve helped people across Glasgow and Scotland pursue personal injury claims since 2013. Here’s what that means in practice. 

A proven track record. We’ve secured significant compensation in cases ranging from road traffic accidents to complex clinical negligence and serious injury claims. 

Considerable experience. With over 240 team members and personal injury specialists across multiple disciplines, we have the depth to handle any claim — however complex. 

A personalised approach. We don’t treat people as case numbers. We take time to understand your situation and give you advice tailored to you. 

We work tirelessly on your behalf. From gathering evidence and negotiating with insurers to representing you in court if required (such as the All-Scotland Sheriff Personal Injury Court, Court of Session, and the Sheriff Appeal Court), we do everything we can to secure the outcome you deserve. 

Transparent from the start. No surprises. No hidden costs. Honest, straightforward advice from day one. 

If you’ve been injured and don’t know where to turn, we’re here. Our team will listen, answer your questions, and give you the honest advice you need to move forward. 

Call us today or book your free, no obligation discovery call online.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It depends on the complexity of your case. Where negligence is admitted, straightforward claims can settle within 12 months. Clinical negligence and serious injury claims may take longer. We'll give you a realistic picture from the outset and keep you updated throughout. 

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