Whiplash injury compensation
Our Personal Injury team specialises in whiplash compensation claims and has substantial experience supporting clients and their families.
Overview
Claim for whiplash injuries with no win no fee
Road traffic accidents are the main cause of whiplash injuries. Whiplash is a term that describes a neck injury caused by a sudden movement of the head forwards, backwards or sideways. After a road traffic accident, it can take a while (6 to 12 hrs) for the symptoms of Whiplash to develop.
Road traffic accidents often result in Whiplash because a sudden stopping force of a collision makes the head move violently. The vigorous movement of the head overstretches and damages the tendons and ligaments in the neck.
Our specialist Road Traffic Injury lawyers will intimate the details of your whiplash claim as quickly as possible after the accident. The details of the accident and injury will be sent to the insurance company who represents the person at fault.
We have one of the largest personal injury departments in Scotland with over 25 personal injury specialists covering the whole of Scotland with offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Thurso and Lerwick, and we offer a no win no fee.
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We have one of the largest personal injury departments in Scotland with over 25 personal injury specialists covering the whole of Scotland with offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Thurso and Lerwick, and we offer a no win no fee.
FAQs
Common questions about claiming for whiplash injuries
What are the common symptoms of whiplash?
How to claim for whiplash?
How long do I have to claim after suffering whiplash?
No win no fee – funding your injury claim
What can be included in my whiplash claim?
When can I make a whiplash claim?
Why use Harper Macleod for your whiplash claim?
What are the common symptoms of whiplash?
Answer
These include:
- neck pain and stiffness
- tenderness over the neck muscles
- reduced and painful neck movements
- headaches
The long term effects of a Whiplash injury can make it difficult for you to carry out daily activities, enjoy your leisure time, and at worst may result in an inability to work and can lead to further issues.
How to claim for whiplash?
Answer
Our specialist Road Traffic Injury lawyers will intimate the details of your whiplash claim as quickly as possible after the accident. The details of the accident and injury will be sent to the insurance company who represents the person at fault.
Some motor insurers will often try to settle your injury claim directly with you and this can mean that you can receive less compensation than you should. If we represent you we will advise you appropriately should this happen.
We will ingather details of your losses, any documents that we need to prove your case and will contact witnesses as soon as possible.
How long do I have to claim after suffering whiplash?
Answer
The time limit for settling a case is usually three years after the accident. However, in terms of the compulsory Scottish pre-action protocol, your claim should be intimated as soon as possible.
If a child suffers whiplash the timescale will be three years following their 16th birthday.
No win no fee – funding your injury claim
Answer
For clients who do not have the benefit of Legal Expense Insurance (“LEI”), we deal with claims on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning you pay nothing if your case is unsuccessful. Even if you have LEI there is no requirement for you to accept the solicitors chosen by your insurers. You have the right to “freedom of choice” if you feel they do not have the expertise for your claim or even the right location.
A No Win No Fee agreement is also known as a confidential fee agreement which is an agreement you make with us so that you can make your personal injury claim without having to put up any legal fees upfront. So if your claim is unsuccessful the agreement states you will not have to pay any fees, helping to relieve any stress or worry throughout the claim process.
In addition to our No Win No Fee service we can access support, medical care, and help for you and your family due to the relationships we have with support groups in Scotland and have offices throughout Scotland – Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Thurso, Elgin, and Lerwick. We will fight for justice and fairness, we will do the hard work for you and are committed to making a positive difference.”
What can be included in my whiplash claim?
Answer
We will ensure that you recover accident compensation not only for your whiplash injury but we can also claim for general out of pocket expenses, loss of earnings and care and assistance required.
When can I make a whiplash claim?
Answer
- If the accident was in the last three years
- If someone else was at fault
- If you have suffered injury and/or been off work as a result of the accident
- If you are out of pocket for miscellaneous expenses
Why use Harper Macleod for your whiplash claim?
Answer
We are Road Traffic Accident injury experts and have one of the largest personal injury departments in Scotland with over 25 personal injury specialists covering the whole of Scotland, offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Thurso, and Lerwick, and we offer a no win no fee.
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do and we will go the extra mile to secure justice and fairness for those we represent.
We will go further and work harder to ensure you get the best possible service and outcome.
Our clients have scored us 10 out of 10 for client satisfaction.
9 out of 10 customers would use us again and recommend us to friends & family.
“Staff are really friendly and down to earth. They break everything down perfectly so you understand everything that is going on. Communication was amazing and I would just like to thank Laura Gallagher who did all of the above and much more making it as easy and effortless as possible for myself. Highly recommended”
“I would highly recommend Craig McKellar and his team. Very professional and great communication. Thanks again”
“Richard Steell’s hard work and dedication on my case has removed the stress from my accident aftermath and resulted in a fair result.”
“Great service with Harper Macleod, would highly recommend them. Laura Gallacher did a fantastic job helping me and made the whole situation a lot easier”
“Heather Calderwood is a very experienced and able partner who is also a solicitor-advocate. Strong relationships with their clients who value the advice given to them.”
“Suzanne McGarrigle focuses on each client’s commercial objectives and is good at building a rapport with them.”
“Amy Dickson is determined and a quality litigator.” “Deal exclusively with partner, Suzanne McGarrigle and associate, Amy Dickson. Very available and always willing to elucidate when we southerners gasp in incomprehension about Scottish procedure. They provide ad hoc advice and formal training as part of their service.”
“Heather Calderwood is a standout solicitor. She displays true leadership and excellent ethical judgement.”
“Amy Dickson is strong, clear, determined and an impressive litigator.”
“Suzanne McGarrigle justly deserves her reputation for being an iron first in a velvet glove. Pleasant and professional to deal with, but also tenacious and one step ahead of the opposition.”
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