Road Traffic Accident Claims, Glasgow

Q: How long does a personal injury claim take?

The duration of a car accident claim varies significantly based on several factors, including:The extent of your injuries.The time needed for your recovery.Any ongoing medical treatments.Whether the other party admits liability.Loss of earnings due to an inability to work.The effect on your future employment and life.As every case is unique, providing a precise timeline can be challenging, and no two cases are exactly alike. While straightforward claims might be resolved more quickly, more complex cases can take longer.

A road accident can be a traumatic experience, which can lead to serious injuries.

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This can often have a devastating impact on a person’s circumstances, health and even job security. The right support after a road accident can make a significant difference.

At Jones Whyte, our road traffic accident claim specialists will do everything we can to support you. We provide you with the best possible legal representation and help you get the compensation you deserve through a streamlined claims process. This process is crucial in ensuring victims receive the compensation they deserve, making it straightforward and stress-free.

If you don’t choose a specialist road traffic lawyer in Glasgow, you may find yourself dealing with the opposite party, with their insurers defending their business revenue, reputation and their client’s position.

Going alone against the other party means going against a highly specialised and experienced legal team, using all the leverage it can to pay out as little as possible (if anything).

The role of the insurance company is vital in the claims process, as it involves submitting the claim and negotiating a settlement.

No-Win No-Fee Road Traffic Accident Claims

At Jones Whyte, we offer no-win no-fee injury claims on a no-win no-fee basis, meaning clients do not have to pay any upfront fees for legal representation. There is no initial outlay and our business model depends on the success we achieve for our clients.

With Jones Whyte, you can be sure that our dedicated solicitors will take as much time as needed to run you through the ins and outs of the no-win no-fee agreement, so you can be confident there will be no costly surprises. Our no-win no-fee agreement terms are clear and straightforward, and we will ensure these are explained to you in straightforward language. Your dedicated lawyer will keep you up to date as your claim progresses, and will always inform you of what any development means in terms of costs.

No-win no-fee arrangements enable clients to pursue compensation claims without upfront legal costs.

The personal injury solicitors at Jones Whyte are experts in their field, and together command decades of experience. Whether you are seeking to claim for personal injury or the death or serious injury of a loved one, we can ensure you obtain the justice you deserve. By making use of our tailored no-win no-fee packages, you can be assured you are receiving the expertise of a top solicitor at a price that is in line with your budget. Contact us today to find out about the funding arrangements we can put in place for you.

By choosing Jones Whyte, you will be represented by dedicated and experienced road traffic claims specialists whose aim is to get our clients the compensation they deserve.

Meet the Solicitors

At Jones Whyte, our experienced legal professionals pride themselves on responding quickly, resolving your needs and providing you with ongoing help and support.

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Michael McLean

Partner and Solicitor Advocate

Greg Whyte

Managing Partner

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Contact Jones Whyte today to arrange your no-obligation consultation and to start your no-win no-fee accident claim.

0141 674 4359

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Our Fee Structure

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.

Other Personal Injury Claims

At Jones Whyte, we have a dedicated team, ready to deal with many different types of personal injury claims, including road traffic accident compensation. Our legal services are designed to help individuals who have experienced road traffic accidents claim the compensation they deserve.

Road traffic accidents are a major cause of personal injury claims, ranging from minor injuries to severe, life-threatening ones.

We have handled many different types of cases, including:

Car accidents. Find out more about our car accident claim service today.
Cycling accidents. Learn more about our cycling accidents claim services today.
Uninsured driver accidents. Learn more about our uninsured driver accidents claim services today.
Large vehicle accidents. Learn more about our bus, van, lorry and truck accidents claim services today.

Contact the road traffic accident claims team at Jones Whyte to arrange a no-obligation consultation and to start your claim today.

Gathering and providing evidence

It is vital to gather and provide as much evidence as possible ahead of starting the personal injury claims process. You can help us with this by telling us everything you can remember about the accident: When and where it happened.

Who else was there and saw what happened – names and contact details are particularly helpful. What you were doing before the accident How it happened. Who you think is responsible. What happened afterwards – did you get first aid or go to the hospital? How did the person or people responsible react? If you can take photos of the scene of the accident, that can also be helpful.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long after an accident can you make a claim?

You generally have three years from the date of the accident to pursue a personal injury claim in Scotland. However, there are exceptions to this rule:

Children have three years from their 16th birthday to make a claim.
If a loved one passes away from their injuries, the family has three years from the date of their death to make a claim.
If injuries did not appear immediately following the accident, you have three years from when the injuries were discovered (date of knowledge).

How long does a personal injury claim take?

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