Whiplash Injury Claim in West Dunbartonshire
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Whiplash injury is the name given to stretching or tearing of muscles and ligaments in the neck. It can cause stiffness in the neck and pain in the back of the head. These symptoms typically develop over the first couple of days, and last from several days to a few weeks. Whiplash injury can aggravate existing conditions affecting joints and inflammation.
Is a whiplash injury serious?
A doctor should always be consulted immediately if the pain spreads or increases in severity, or you feel pins and needles or heaviness in the arms and shoulders.
What causes whiplash injury?
Whiplash is caused by sudden movement of the body in relation to the head, such as a harsh jerk causing the body to move forward and the head to be thrown back and then forwards. The most common cause of whiplash injury is car crashes, where rapid deceleration occurs.
Can I claim compensation for whiplash?
If you suffer injury as a result of an accident which is not your fault, you may be able to claim. Whiplash injuries range in severity from minor discomfort for a few days to permanent pain and restricted movement.
How much compensation can I get for a whiplash injury?
Sums awarded typically range from £500 to £13,000. Amounts are determined by legal decision on a case by case basis. In England and Wales, Judges have issued broad guideline figures for different types and degree of injury, laid down in the Judicial Studies Board Guidelines. These are the figures used here.
Personal Injury Litigation in West Dunbartonshire
How can I begin litigation for personal injury?
You should consult a solicitor who specialises in personal injury litigation straight away. You can fill in the form on this site to send us details of your claim. It really is that simple.
What is the process for personal injury litigation?
Your solicitor will first discuss your claim with you in some detail. He will then make a preliminary assessment of the chances of litigation succeeding. If you both decide to proceed, he will then conduct a more detailed investigation. He may take statements from you and others who are involved, obtain medical records and assessments, and seek expert medical opinions on the case. He will also collect evidence to show how the alleged negligence contributed to your injury.
Your solicitor will then assess the claim again and advise you on the strength of your case and how best to proceed. Depending on the cause of the injury, there may be several avenues for litigation. Most commonly, those responsible for the accident will be sued in civil court. The case will be heard by a judge who will decide liability and, if you win, make an award of compensation.
What do I have to prove to make personal injury litigation worthwhile?
If your litigation is to succeed, you must be able to prove “on the balance of probabilities” that your injury is due to negligence by another party. Note that this is a lesser degree of proof than a criminal case, and does not necessarily mean that you have to be entirely fault-free; you need only demonstrate that the other party is more than 50% responsible for your injury. If you can do this, a personal injury solicitor may well advise you proceed with litigation.
How much personal injury compensation can I win by litigation?
Amounts are determined on a case by case basis. In England and Wales, Judges have issued broad guideline figures for different types and degree of injury, laid down in the Judicial Studies Board Guidelines. This has been built up over the history of personal injury litigation. Information is given on this site under individual types of injury.