Specialist guidance and practical help
A positive contribution
Types of Injury Claim
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Glossary
Life exposes us to the risk of injury almost daily. Whether in the workplace, on the roads, at home or even in hospital, the carelessness or negligence of others can have a serious effect on our lives. When an accident does happen, our thoughts rightly turn to compensation. Yet there are so many questions: What can we claim for? How much? When and how to claim? And who to claim against?
We offer a free initial interview to advise you on your claim and can see you either at our offices or visit your home at a time to suit you.
Specialist guidance and practical help
Sadly, not every situation leading to harm, loss or injury results in compensation. The first thing we'll do is offer free practical and clear advice on your chances of receiving payment to compensate you for harm, loss and often anxiety.
Our specialist team of lawyers are members of the Law Society's Personal Injury Panel and the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), and have excellent connections with related professionals such as Medical Experts, Barristers, Accountants and Expert Witnesses. Pickering & Butters is also a member of the Law Society's Accident Line scheme. We are not an accident management firm, but an independent firm of solicitors regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Working together on your claim, these are just some of the things we will consider with you:
But remember, in many cases, your right to claim may be subject to a time cut off, so it is never too early to act – call us today and put your mind at rest.
We provide expert advice on all types of claim including:
Accidents at work
Accidents at school/college
Injuries caused by animals
Clinical / Medical negligence
Criminal injuries
Fatal accidents
Head injury
Industrial disease
Military
Occupier's liability
Overseas / holiday accidents
Actions against the Police
Road traffic accidents
Slips, trips and falls
Spinal injuries
Sports-related injury
Ferequently asked questions (FAQ):
Will I have to pay for Pickering & Butters' costs of bringing a claim?
No. We can arrange for funding through Legal Expenses Insurance (if you already have it) or through a Conditional Fee agreement (No Win No Fee).
Can you arrange insurance to pay for the other side's costs if my claim is unsuccessful?
Yes. We will see if you have "before the event" Legal Expenses Insurance or, alternatively, we can arrange for insurance under the Law Society's recommended Accident Line Protect Scheme. This is only available to the Law Society's specialist Personal Injury Panel of which we are a member.
Will the person dealing with my claim be a qualified solicitor?
The majority, if not all, of the work on your file will be undertaken by a qualified solicitor.
Will you take a percentage of my damages?
No. We are not a claims management company and we do not take a percentage of your damages.
Will my case go to Court?
The majority of cases do not go to Court. Generally a negotiated settlement is reached with the Defendant. We will always advise you on any offers made and whether it is appropriate to accept them or not. Where offers are unacceptable, we have a team of experts specialised in taking the matter to trial. For example, in 2009 we took the matter of CS v DM Limited to trial in Stoke-on-Trent County Court and obtained damages for injuries suffered in a work accident, of 1000% greater than the Defendant's out of court offer.
My medical history and / or the injuries I have suffered are such that I would prefer to deal with a male / female solicitor. Is this possible?
Yes, we have both male and female solicitors.
For more help and impartial advice call us on Stafford 01785 603060 or Rugeley 01889 803080. Alternatively, email our Personal Injury specialist at: personalinjury@pb4law.com
