Frequently Asked Questions
Can I claim no win no fee?
Our team of expert solicitors operate on a no win, no fee basis to find the best legal solution for you. Our no win, no fee agreement means that you will not pay anything for our legal services regardless of whether you win or lose.
If your claim is successful, you will receive 100% of the compensation that is awarded to you. Colemans-ctts’ legal costs will be recovered from the responsible drivers insurer separately.
If your compensation claim is unsuccessful, Colemans-ctts will not receive payment for the work carried out on your behalf. You will be protected from the legal costs of the other party by an insurance policy that we will, with your consent, take out on your behalf.
You will not have to pay the cost of this insurance as this will form part of your compensation claim against the responsible driver. Therefore, whether you win or lose, there is nothing for you to pay.
In some cases e.g. Motor Insurers Bureau untraced driver claims, criminal injury claims, motoring offence claims and other exceptional situations we may not be able to offer a no win no fee service - contact us to find out how we can help you make a claim
How much compensation will I receive?
There is no simple answer to this question, as it will depend on the type of accident and the extent of the injuries, but there are two areas that can be claimed under: General Damages and Special Damages
General Damages
“General Damages” consist of a lump sum of money awarded to you for the actual injury. They may include awards for pain, suffering and any effects on your quality of life.
General damages can only be calculated by hearing independent medical evidence and by referring to case law.
Special Damages
“Special Damages” compensate you for the financial loss and expenses you have incurred. For this you must keep a record of all your losses and obtain receipts and invoices. They will include both past and future expenses such as:
- Net loss of earnings
- Private medical or therapeutic expenses
- Aids and equipment
- Travelling expenses
- Damage to motor vehicle
- Pension loss
- Accommodation
- Care
You can also claim for out of pocket expenses such as prescription charges and financial losses which are directly attributable to the accident.
We may advise you to make an initial offer to your opponents or allow your opponent to make the initial offer. In this case we will give you an indication of the likely amount of compensation.
To asses this we will consider “The Judicial Studies Board Guidelines” (which is a handbook used by Judges in assessing compensation claim) and awards which have been previously made by the Courts in similar cases.
Will I have to go to court?
If the other side argue that they were not at fault for the accident and deny liability, or if we don’t believe their offer of compensation is reasonable, we may have to bring legal proceedings against your opponent. This does not mean you will definitely go to court as there will still be opportunities for both parties to negotiate.
Generally the vast majority of cases settle without proceeding to a full hearing.
