The Importance of Professional Support in Personal Injury Claims
Like with many challenges in life, we are tempted to handle the job ourselves to avoid the cost of instructing a professional. Whether it’s an ambitious DIY project or a risky at home haircut, we often realise afterwards that the result requires expert correction. The lesson being learned is that we probably should have instructed the professional in the first place.
The same can apply to personal injury claims.
While it may seem straightforward at first, pursuing a claim without legal support can quickly become complex. Understanding your rights, gathering the correct evidence, and negotiating with insurers all require experience and specialist knowledge.
In this blog, our personal injury team looks at the importance of seeking professional support when making a personal injury claim for compliance.
Acting as a Litigant in Person
It is fairly common for claimants to begin pursuing a personal injury claim as a litigant in person, meaning they represent themselves without a solicitor.
However, due to the complexity of these claims, many people eventually reach a stage where they need to seek professional advice to progress their case and reach an appropriate settlement.
Legal procedures, strict time limits, and collating evidential requirements can be difficult to navigate without the right expertise, which is why early legal advice can often make a significant difference to achieving a fair outcome.
Understanding the True Value of Your Claim
The reality of personal injury claims is that accurately valuing them requires experience and specialist knowledge.
Insurers will often make what appears to be an attractive offer early in the process, known as a ‘pre-medical offer’. This type of offer is made before any medical evidence has been obtained and is designed to settle the claim quickly.
However, because these offers are made without the necessary medical evidence, they rarely reflect the true value of the claim, or account for:
- Ongoing symptoms.
- Long-term impact.
- Future treatment or rehabilitation needs.
Accepting an early offer without legal advice can mean settling for significantly less than you may be entitled to.
Why Instructing a Personal Injury Solicitor Makes a Difference
One of the most important reasons to instruct a solicitor to handle your claim is to ensure that your case is thoroughly investigated and fully supported by evidence. At Bridge McFarland LLP, our team of personal injury specialists will:
- Gather the necessary evidence to establish liability.
- Obtain independent medical reports to assess the true extent and impact of your injuries.
- Accurately value your claim.
- Negotiate with insurers on your behalf.
- Consider financial losses, including loss of earnings.
- Assess any future care, treatment, or rehabilitation needs.
- Instruct appropriate professionals, where necessary, to aid your recovery.
This ensures that all aspects of your claim are accounted for, not just the immediate impact of the injury.
Expert Guidance Throughout the Claims Process
Our experienced lawyers understand the personal injury claim process and will guide you through each stage of your claim. From the initial consultation through to settlement, we aim to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible, while working to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
Types of Personal Injury Claims We Handle
We can offer experienced legal expertise and practical support for all types of personal injury claims, including:
- Accidents at Work
- Head and Brain Injury Claims
- Road Traffic Accidents
- Accidents in Public Places
- Industrial Disease
- Asbestos and Mesothelioma Claims
We are a Lexcel accredited law firm, and several lawyers in our personal injury team are professionally accredited by The Law Society and the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).
Speak to Our Personal Injury Solicitors Today
If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident, it is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible.
At Bridge McFarland LLP, our specialist personal injury solicitors are here to support you, explain your options, and help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
For more information about how we can help you start a personal injury claim, please call 0800 987 8800 or email enquiries@bmcf.co.uk and speak to our experienced team. Alternatively, if you want to make a direct enquiry, please fill in this online form, and we will get back to you.
