Pedestrian Accident Compensation Claim Solicitors

What are the main causes of pedestrian accidents?

Many incidents occur when a pedestrian is hit by a car, perhaps due to driver error, distraction, recklessness, poor visibility or adverse weather conditions. But they are far from being the only causes of pedestrian accidents.

They can be the result of other road accidents involving pedestrians and buses, bicycles, motorbikes and taxis. Meanwhile, accidents in public such as slips, trips and fallsare also a common cause.

What are the most common pedestrian injuries?

Depending on the nature of the accident, pedestrian injuries can take many forms, such as:

• Crush injuries
• Brain or head injuries
• Back injuries
• Hip injuries
• Neck injuries
• Spine injuries
• Fatal injuries

What is a no win no fee claim and how does it work?

A no win no fee claim means there's nothing to pay if you lose your case. It's also known as a conditional fee agreement and it acts as a contract between you and your pedestrian accident solicitor.

No win no fee agreements were first brought in to help people get access to justice without the financial risk. So, you will only pay if you win and your solicitor will make sure all the costs of your case are covered.

Am I eligible to claim for a pedestrian accident?

If you're a pedestrian who's been hit by a car or suffered any other type of injury in the past three years where someone else was at fault, you have the right to claim compensation. Our panel of solicitors work on a no win no fee basis and if they take on your case, they can help you regardless of your personal or financial situation.

We'll offer a quick claim assessment and if your solicitor agrees to take your case it's a sign they're confident of winning. There are no upfront charges and you only pay if you win - in the form of a percentage of your compensation, which is capped at a pre-agreed level.

You can also claim on behalf of someone else if they have suffered such a severe pedestrian injury that they are unable to do so themselves.

How do I start claiming for pedestrian injury compensation?

You can begin your pedestrian accident claim in a number of different ways:

• Phone one of our advisors on 0800 587 0344. Our lines are open seven days a week until late and we'll give you a fast assessment of your claim.
• Fill out our form with a few simple details such as your name, number and the nature of your pedestrian accident. We'll call you back at no charge.
• Use our compensation calculator tool for an immediate valuation of what your claim could be worth. You may even be able to pursue your case entirely online.

How does the claims process work?

Once we've agreed that you have a legitimate claim, the process will typically follow these steps:

1. Your pedestrian accident solicitor will listen to your story and how your injuries have affected you. They may ask for evidence such as details of any witnesses, as well as photographs or medical records.
2. Once they have everything they need, your solicitor will get in touch with the person responsible for your accident to let them know you are making a claim.
3. If the other party accepts the blame, your case should be settled relatively quickly. If they don't, your solicitor will begin negotiations on your behalf.
4. If you win your claim, you'll receive your pedestrian injury compensation and your solicitor will take a percentage as their payment. If you lose your claim, there'll be nothing for you to pay.

Can I make a pedestrian accident claim online?

Yes. Other companies use their calculator tool as a way for you to get in touch. But here at ClaimsPeople, we're different. Our tool provides a genuine valuation of how much your claim could be worth, as well as letting you know if you can continue with your case online.

How long will my claim take?

We'll assess your claim quickly and let you know if we think you may have a case. Your solicitor will provide end-to-end support, taking care of all of the legal legwork and providing you with regular updates.

It's important to note that some pedestrian accident claims can take longer to settle than others. The time it takes will depend on several things, such as how much evidence needs to be gathered and whether the other party accepts fault for what happened.

How much pedestrian injury compensation can I win?

All pedestrian injury claims are different, which means it's hard to provide an exact figure as an answer to this question. When assessing compensation, we follow the 15th edition of the Judicial College Guidelines, which also help to inform our calculator tool.

How much will I pay my solicitor if I win?

If you win your claim, the other party may be required to contribute towards your legal costs. Your solicitor will receive a percentage of your compensation to cover the rest, including any success fee and the price of any insurance taken out to make your claim risk-free.

Rest assured that any deductions from your compensation will be capped at a level you agree to. Your pedestrian accident solicitor will talk you through all of this before you start, so there will be no nasty surprises.

Do I need to take out no win no fee insurance?

When making a pedestrian injury claim, we want you to have complete peace of mind. That's why we recommend taking out After the Event (ATE) insurance. It's a policy that's designed to make your claim risk-free in that it covers all the legal expenses on your behalf so that even if you lose, you won't have to pay those fees.

We will organise this insurance for you and there are no upfront costs. The premium is only paid if you win your case, and this fee will be included in the amount agreed by your and your solicitor.

Is my claim likely to go to court?

Most pedestrian accident claims are settled without reaching the courtroom. However, if the other party contests your case and an agreement cannot be reached, it may have to be decided in front of a judge.

If that happens to you, don't worry. Your solicitor will take care of all the legal proceedings and keep you updated every step of the way.

What if I lose my pedestrian accident claim?

In the unlikely event that you are unsuccessful in claiming for pedestrian injury compensation, there'll be nothing for you to pay. That's because we take the vast majority of cases on a no win no fee basis.