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Had an accident that's not your fault? What should you do?

Amanda Evans Amanda Evans
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How many times do you hear (and shudder) at the phrase, “where there’s a blame there’s a claim”? But, if you were unfortunately involved in an accident that was not your fault, you may find yourself in a position where you were unable to work, look after yourself and your family.

Common claims involve road traffic accidents and accidents at work, including faulty or old equipment. Accidents in public places or even being attacked by animals are a surprisingly regular occurrence. These types of accidents involve lives being disrupted in many ways.

If you do experience a personal injury, what would you do?

Making a claim is not simply about looking for cash to compensate for an injury. Genuine cases involve loss of income, ongoing medical expenses and even help in the home. Ultimately, people who experience a personal injury can end up with financial hardship plus an inconvenience to their lives.

Compensation is determined out of necessity, not the greed of the claimant, as the media has led people to believe. Claims management companies have added to this perception by capturing clients with cold calling and heavy advertising. Whilst they may seem to be reputable, such companies are not solicitors, therefore unable to provide expert legal advice.

The logical option is to use a specialist solicitor, ideally where you have one contact throughout the process of the claim. This will provide you with the confidence that your situation is being dealt with professionally and appropriately, ultimately giving you the best possible chance of getting your life back on track.

Talk to our personal injury team on 0113 320 5000 and ask about our No Win No Fee personal injury claim service.

Client feedback

I had an accident which was not my fault and it resulted in a serious injury. I was considering putting in a claims but was not sure about next steps. I started looking at several solicitor websites conducting my own research. I came across Winston Solicitors so I called the office and was put through to a solictor who listened and we went through the incident while I answered their questions. I was not sure in the first instance if I had a case but after our discussion, the solicitors assured me there was a case and began gathering informaiton on my case. We worked together gathering all the necessary information they needed. Furthermore, following my accident it transpired I needed a second operation for the same injury and Winston Solicitors walked with me through the whole journey which took 2 years - finally we came to a successful conclusion. I found the solicitor working on my case very gentle, undertsanding, reassuring and patient with me, explainig everything so all 'next steps' were clear, making the whole process easy and comfortable. I am extremely happy with the conclusion and I would highly recommend this group of solicitors to family and friends.
Nancy
I have had outstanding service from Amanda who dealt with my claim. Amanda is brilliant and has been vey supportive throughout the process. She has been professional and kept me updated every step of the way. I have alwas been able to contact her when I have needed to. I would not hesitate to recommend her and team.
Angeline
Excellent advice and professional service received from Amanda Evans at Winston Solicitors. I needed help with a personal injury claim following a dog bite and was delighted with the successful outcome. Regular communications ensured I was always kept up to date with progress, together with management of expectations.
James
I could honestly not recommend Amanda Evans enough for all the hard work and perseverance she has put towards my case. She and the company and incredibly professional and will do their absolute best to guide and provide you with the outcome you deserve. Amanda was in touch whenever needed and was constantly updating me regarding my case which made things so easy on my side. Thank you so much for all of your hard work Amanda, I am extremely grateful. Jessica Booth
Jessica
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Winston Solicitors. From the moment I reached out to them, their team has been nothing short of exceptional. The customer service is top-notch – everyone I spoke to was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in helping me with my needs. They went above and beyond to explain all my options clearly, ensuring I fully understood the policy details and benefits.When I had to file a claim, the process was seamless and efficient. They handled everything professionally and with a personal touch that made me feel valued as a customer. Their prompt response and constant communication kept me informed every step of the way. I am genuinely grateful for their support and assistance during a stressful time.It's rare to find a company that combines professionalism with a caring attitude, but Winston Solicitors does just that. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and compassionate insurance services. Thank you, Winston Solicitors, for your outstanding service!I would like to personally thank Amanda Evans and the other people that helped me with my claim, thank you all.Ergun
Ergun
I can’t fault Winton solicitors, they have been amazing in every aspect dealing with my case.In particular Amanda Evens who has overseen my case and whom I had all communication with.Would highly recommend.
Sharlene
My no win no fee experience with Amanda Evans has been very professional but also with great empathy and patience with my few ‘rants’ of my impatience at the final settlement taking 2.5 years due to the other sides ‘gaming’ tactics. I would highly reccomend Amanda
Frances
Efficient, professional and polite service from start to end. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this firm. Amanda who dealt with my PI case made the whole process easy to understand, kept me informed and was a pleasure to deal with.
Tracy