If you have suffered injuries because of an incident that was not your fault you will rightly be thinking about making an accident claim. The insurance companies usually delay this process. Moreover, it may be hard for you to prepare all the documents for the claim so it’s better to get an experienced personal injury lawyer who will oversee all the details regarding the case and will prepare the required documents for it.
Once you look on the Internet you will see that there is an abundance of information at your disposal. It can often be difficult to know what to trust. That is why we have put together this post, to dispel some of the most common myths. So, keep on reading to find out all you need to know…
You have to spend a fortune if you want to make a personal injury claim
This is certainly not the truth. In fact, if you use a no win no fee solicitor in order to make an accident claim you will not need any money to start the claim process. Moreover, you are going to pay in relation to the outcome of your case and thus the financial risk is eliminated with this form of personal injury law firm. This is why it is important to take the time to consider all of your options.
You will get sacked by your employer if you make a case against them
Most employers will not even consider this. After all, they are going to have insurance in place to cover them for such claims. Plus, if they were to fire you, you would then have grounds for unfair dismissal. Thus this is something you certainly should not be worried about.
You will have to go to court in order to settle the claim
Whilst there are no guarantees, it is highly unlikely that you will have to go to court if you make an accident claim. In fact, did you know that less than three per cent of personal injury cases actually end up going to trial?
You don’t need a solicitor when you have insurers in place
This is completely untrue. Insurers want to save costs when it comes to negotiating settlements. You need an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side who is going to ensure you get the full amount of compensation you deserve. Without a solicitor, you could miss out on a huge sum.
You can make a claim whenever you like
Sadly this is not the case. There is a three-year time limit on all personal injury cases. This may seem like a long time, however, court proceedings must be issued within this period. Moreover, you will find it more difficult to build a strong case the longer you leave it, as it will be tougher to gather evidence such as witness statements.
Personal injury claims take years and years to settle
This is not true. In fact, in most cases, you will find that an accident claim takes a maximum of a year to settle. There is a general view that such claims are time-consuming and complex, yet generally, this isn’t the case.
You can get compensation without seeing a doctor
Last but not least, this is one of the biggest myths. No matter how minor your injuries may seem it is imperative to see a doctor. The medical report is one of the most pivotal pieces of evidence. Without it you will struggle to make a claim.
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Author: Mandy Kloppers
Mandy is a qualified therapist who treats depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, trauma, and many other types of mental health issues. She provides online therapy around the world for those needing support and also provides relationship counselling.
