Serious Injury Claims
Serious injury claims arise when an accident causes life changing harm that affects your health, independence and future. If your injury was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to pursue compensation that reflects both your immediate losses and your long term needs.
These claims are very different from standard personal injury cases. They often involve complex medical evidence, long term rehabilitation and careful financial planning to ensure your future is protected. At Tylers Solicitors, we support clients across the UK with serious injury compensation claims, offering clear advice and No Win No Fee representation from the outset.
If you would like to understand your options, you can contact our serious injury solicitors in confidence for practical guidance on your next steps.
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What Counts As A Serious Injury?
A serious injury is one that has a lasting and significant impact on your physical or psychological wellbeing. In many cases, the effects are permanent or require ongoing treatment and support.
Examples of serious injuries include:
- Brain and head injuries
- Spinal injuries and paralysis
- Amputation and loss of limb
- Severe orthopaedic injuries
- Nerve damage and chronic pain conditions
- Serious burn injury and disfigurement
These injuries often affect mobility, independence and the ability to work. Recovery is rarely straightforward, and in some cases full recovery is not possible.
If you are unsure whether your injury would be considered serious, the key question is how it has affected your daily life and future. A solicitor can assess this based on your individual circumstances.
Who Can Make A Serious Injury Claim?
If you have suffered a serious injury due to negligence, you may be able to make a claim yourself. In some situations, a claim can also be brought on behalf of another person.
This includes:
- Children under the age of 18
- Individuals who lack mental capacity
- People who are unable to manage their own affairs due to the injury
In these cases, a claim is usually handled by a litigation friend, who acts in the injured person’s best interests throughout the process.
If you are supporting a loved one following a serious accident, legal advice can help you understand how to move forward and what support may be available.
Types Of Serious Injury Claims We Handle
We support clients across a wide range of serious injury claims, including those involving complex and life changing conditions.
This includes:
- brain injury claims and head trauma
- nerve damage compensation
- loss of limb compensation
- Spinal and mobility related injuries
- Severe orthopaedic injuries
- Fatal injury cases involving fatal accident claims
Each of these claims requires detailed evidence and a clear understanding of long term impact.
How much could I claim?
Common Causes Of Serious Injury Claims
Serious injuries are often the result of incidents where proper safety measures were not followed or risks were not properly managed.
High impact collisions can lead to catastrophic injuries affecting the brain, spine or limbs. Claims are often pursued through road traffic accident claims.
Unsafe systems of work, lack of training or defective equipment can result in severe injury. Employers have a legal duty to protect workers under health and safety law. Claims may arise through accident at work claims.
Mistakes in diagnosis, treatment or surgery can lead to life changing outcomes. These cases often require specialist evidence and careful investigation.
Public liability incidents
Serious injuries can also occur in public places due to unsafe environments, poor maintenance or inadequate safety procedures.
What Compensation Can Cover
Compensation in serious injury claims is intended to reflect the full impact of the injury, not just the initial event.
General damages
This covers the pain, suffering and loss of amenity caused by the injury itself.
Financial losses and support
Claims may include:
- Loss of earnings and reduced earning capacity
- Medical treatment and rehabilitation
- Specialist equipment and mobility aids
- Travel expenses related to treatment
- Care and assistance, whether provided professionally or by family
- Future needs and long term support
In serious injury claims, future losses are often the most significant part of the claim.
This may include:
- Ongoing rehabilitation and therapy
- Adaptations to your home
- Alternative accommodation where needed
- Long term care and support
- Costs associated with reduced independence
Each claim is assessed based on medical evidence and the way the injury affects your life over time.
Why Serious Injury Claims Are More Complex
Serious injury claims require a more detailed and structured approach than standard personal injury cases.
The long term impact must be properly understood and supported by evidence. This often involves:
- Independent medical assessments
- Expert reports on future care and rehabilitation
- Financial projections for long term losses
- Consideration of life expectancy and ongoing needs
In some cases, interim payments can be secured during the claim. These are early payments that help cover immediate costs such as rehabilitation or specialist equipment while the claim is ongoing.
The aim is not just to resolve the claim, but to ensure that your future is financially supported.
No Win No Fee Serious Injury Claims
Many serious injury claims are handled under a No Win No Fee agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement.
This means:
- You do not pay legal fees upfront
- If the claim is unsuccessful, you do not pay our legal fees
- If the claim succeeds, a success fee is deducted from your compensation, within legal limits
This allows you to pursue a serious injury claim without financial risk, while still accessing specialist legal support.
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How Long Do Serious Injury Claims Take?
The length of a serious injury claim depends on the complexity of the case.
Some claims can be resolved within a year or two, while others take longer due to:
- Ongoing medical treatment
- The need to fully understand long term impact
- Disputes over liability or compensation
In many cases, it is important not to settle too early, as the full extent of the injury may not yet be clear.
Time Limits For Making a Claim
In most cases, you have three years to start a serious injury claim. This usually runs from the date of the accident or from the date you became aware that negligence was involved.
There are important exceptions:
- For children, the three year period begins at age 18
- For individuals who lack mental capacity, time limits may not apply in the usual way
Seeking advice early can help ensure that evidence is preserved and the claim is properly prepared.
Why Choose Tylers Solicitors For Serious Injury Claims?
Serious injury claims require careful handling and a clear understanding of long term needs.
At Tylers Solicitors, we provide:
- Experience in handling complex and life changing injury claims
- A clear and practical approach to legal advice
- Support with claims involving long term care and rehabilitation
- No Win No Fee representation
- Straightforward communication throughout your case
Our focus is on securing compensation that reflects the full impact of your injury, helping to support your recovery and future stability.
Speak to a Serious Injury Solicitor
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury, you can speak to our team in confidence to understand your options.
A short conversation can help you clarify:
- Whether you may have a claim
- What compensation could include
- What the next steps may be
You can contact Tylers Solicitors on 0800 699 0079, email us at info@tylerssolicitors.co.uk or fill in our online contact form to request a call back.
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Serious Injury Claims FAQs
What Is A Serious Injury Claim?
A serious injury claim is a legal claim for compensation following an injury that has long term or permanent consequences. It applies where the injury causes significant disability, ongoing treatment needs or lasting financial loss due to someone else’s negligence.
Is There A Time Limit To Make A Claim?
Yes, there is usually a three year time limit to start a serious injury claim. This generally runs from the date of the accident or form when you became aware that negligence caused your injury. Different rules apply to children and those lacking mental capacity.
How Long Does A Serious Injury Claim Take To Be Settled?
Serious injury claims often take longer than minor injury claims because detailed medical evidence and future loss assessments are required. The timescale depends on the complexity of the case, the severity of the injury and whether liability is admitted.
Can I claim on behalf of a loved one?
Yes. A litigation friend can act on behalf of someone who cannot manage their own claim.
How Much Compensation Can I Claim For A Serious Injury?
The amount of compensation depends on the severity of your injury, its long term impact and your financial losses. It may include damages for pain and suffering, loss of earnings and future needs, with each serious injury claim assessed on its own facts. For an initial indication of what your injury alone may be worth, you can use our serious injury compensation calculator, which provides a guideline estimate based on the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) and does not include additional out of pocket expenses.
When Can I Claim Compensation For A Serious Injury?
You can claim compensation for a serious injury if it was caused by someone else’s negligence and you are within the legal time limit. The injury must have resulted in significant harm or long term consequences that can be supported by medical evidence.
Who can make a serious injury claim?
The injured person can usually make the claim. In some cases, a claim can be brought on behalf of a child or someone who lacks mental capacity.
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If you’re looking for a trusted Personal Injury Solicitors in Chorley, UK provider of no-win, no-fee legal services, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Tylers Solicitors today! Our experienced team will work with you to get the maximum amount of compensation you’re entitled to, following any kind of injury that isn’t your fault!
