Understanding Whiplash

September 28, 2020/in /by

Understanding Whiplash, What is Whiplash

Understanding Whiplash

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries in those who have been involved in road accidents. Although it may not be debilitating to the point of being unable to work, whiplash can be extremely painful and can introduce neck and shoulder pain or even headaches that could stay with you for life.

What is whiplash?

Whiplash occurs usually when you are in a vehicle which has been hit from the rear, the head is thrown forward with the momentum of the collision but the seatbelt stops the body from moving more than an inch or so, meaning that the neck and head extend forward in a jerked motion.

Although this is more common if your car has been hit from behind, it can also occur in the rear car or can occur due to a sports accident, fall or physical abuse.

The resulting injury varies in severity depending on the speed of the collision, but often manifests in at least a very sore neck, and at most severe pain in the neck and shoulders, debilitating headaches and nausea.

How long will it take to recover?

For most people, it will take about two to three months to make a full recovery, however, there are some cases that will take longer to heal properly due to the severity of the accident. In rare cases, people experience chronic pain after a whiplash incident.

Whiplash and the Law

Whiplash is a very common injury, but many are unaware of what the law says about whiplash. Like all injures, you must have proof that an independent medical practitioner has assessed you and given you a diagnosis if you are to make a claim. Although whiplash injuries vary in severity, we understand that no injury is just a nuisance. If you suffered whiplash in an injury that wasn’t your fault, you could be due compensation.

What can I do?

If you’ve been in an accident and you feel you may have whiplash, contact your GP immediately to start medication and exercise to put you back to rights.

If you have been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault and you would like more information, please feel free to get in touch with one of our No Win No Fee solicitors.

How to Make a Claim During Covid-19

August 17, 2020/in /by
How to Make a Claim During Covid-19

How to Make a Claim During Covid-19

During these times, it can seem daunting to think about bringing forward a claim – many offices are shut, have a skeleton staff, or simply have gone into administration. Some will wonder whether it is worth trying to start a claim at this time, simply because it is too much of a hassle and would take to long to be processed because of the working realities of living during this time of coronavirus.

Is it possible to make a claim right now?

Yes! At Bonnar Accident Law, we want to assure you that we are continuing to work normally and for us its business as usual. We have set up all of our employees to be able to work efficiently and comfortably at home and continue to pursue claims and build cases for our clients with just the same care, thoughtfulness and detail.

We are continuing with our normal caseload, and are happy to take on new clients, working to make sure they receive the compensation they deserve, whether they’ve had been involved in an accident at work, on the road or otherwise. The only different thing is that our desks our now spread out, just a wee bit farther than normal.

Will I be able to speak to someone?

Absolutely. At Bonnar Accident Law, we’ve always been committed to ensuring you thoroughly understand your case and how it’s being brought forward, and that you feel completely comfortable: this means speaking to a human being, rather than being processed through a senseless computer system. We will always answer the phone and are happy to have a quick chat, or a lengthy talk with you – whatever you need.

Will there be a delay in my claim?

As with all things during this time, things may take slightly longer. But don’t worry, any delays will be minimal and won’t be felt by you and your case will progress normally.

How Can I Claim?

Simply get in touch with one of our friendly knowledgeable staff, and we’ll take it from there. At Bonnar Accident Law, No win No fee solicitors your peace of mind is our priority.

How To Find An Accident Lawyer Near Me

July 14, 2020/in /by
How To Find An Accident Lawyer Near Me

How To Find An Accident Lawyer Near Me

 

If you’ve been in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you could be due compensation – but first, you’ll need to find an accident lawyer to represent you. It’s important to find someone who is trustworthy and will help you claim what you deserve in reparations without cutting corners or settling for an unfair amount of money.

 

Where Do I Start?

Although finding an accident lawyer may seem daunting – especially if you’re still recovering from your accident, or are experiencing anxiety due to the financial stress your accident has put on you and your family – we promise that there are simple steps to follow to ensure you are matched up with a lawyer who will have your best interests at heart.

How Do I Find the Right Lawyer?

Step 1: Conduct a simple Google search of “Accident Lawyer Near Me” and you will find lawyers who are able to practice in your local area.

 

Step 2: Ask for recommendations. If you know someone who has claimed for the injury, it may be helpful to try to find a lawyer by personal referral – you may be able to glean more information as to the processes involved and the benefits or drawbacks.

 

Step 3: Read the reviews. This step is the most important as there are many large firms who deal with hundreds of cases every year, but when you dig a little deeper, you may find that these types of firms are not invested in the success of their clients as much as they are invested in simply processing as many cases as possible. You can find reviews on TrustPilot, Yelp, Feefo, Facebook, Free Index and more.

 

Step 4: Speak to a representative on the phone. It’s difficult to get an idea of how competent and how invested a lawyer is over email, so we always recommend at least speaking on the phone, or better meeting in person to discuss your claim. You will get a better understanding of exactly how your case will be represented, and what your chances of success are.

 

Step 5: Stay local. We recommend choosing a firm which is local to your area. They are more likely to understand the complexities of your case, will always be nearby should you need anything urgently, and are often more personally invested in seeing your case succeed.

 

Choosing the right lawyer for you is absolutely critical because not all personal injury lawyers are the same. At Bonnar Accident Law, we are experts in personal injury law and we only work for individuals, never for corporations unlike many of our competitors.

 

Accident Lawyers, You Can Trust

For many years, we have represented people who were previously given dodgy advice or were simply unhappy with the service they received from other personal injury lawyers. At Bonnar Accident Law, we are ranked 1st on FreeIndex out of 112 UK-wide personal injury lawyers because we get the results our clients deserve, and we truly care.

 

 

If you’ve had an accident that wasn’t your fault, contact our friendly team today on 0800 163 978 or email us on info@bonnarandco.com to discuss what we can do for you.

 

Asbestos Compensation Claims

Asbestos Compensation Claims

May 29, 2020/in /by

Asbestos Compensation Specialists

You can claim compensation with Bonnar Accident Law for asbestos related industrial disease. We have a team of expert personal injury solicitors who can help you gain retribution to help you and your family for an industrial disease caused by the exposure to asbestos.

 

Here we breakdown asbestos related illnesses, asbestos compensation frequently asked questions and how Bonnar accident lawyer can help you if you are looking for compensation for asbestos related illnesses in Scotland.

 

Asbestos related industrial disease

Exposure to asbestos at work continues to be a major cause of worker deaths and serious, long-term debilitating illness.

What is Asbestosis?

The main industrial related disease is a condition called asbestosis. This is the scarring of the lungs & it is caused by sustained exposure to asbestos fibres or dust.

Other asbestos diseases;

  1. Mesothelioma
  2. Asbestos Related Lung Cancer
  3. Diffuse Pleural Thickening

Claiming for Pleural Plaques

The condition called pleural plaques also caused with exposure to asbestos. This is a form of scarring of the thin membrane that covers the lung (also known as the pleura). Pleural plaques are benign (non-cancerous) and do not cause pain. Often people who sufferer pleural plaques are diagnosed by accident through routine check-up or when x-rayed for a different condition.

For those exposed to asbestos in Scotland, the law is different from those in England and Wales. You can still bring a claim for pleural plaques compensation.

With no asbestos in circulation, how can I still claim?

The reason for people still suffering from asbestos related diseases is due to the latency period.

All forms of Asbestos became illegal in 1999. People were working with it in the 60s, 70s and 80s and are now being diagnosed with asbestos related illnesses.

This is because of this latency period. The time between being exposed to asbestos dust and then having symptoms. The latency period for asbestos disease can be up to 10 years. However, the latency period is usually over 20yrs and can even be as much as 50years before symptoms present themselves.

Is it too late to claim asbestos related disease if I was exposed over 30 years ago?

No. Regardless of when you were exposed, you can still claim compensation. There is a limitation period for personal injuries (3 years) however, with asbestos related illnesses the starting point is not the date of exposure to the asbestos. The starting point is normally the date that you were diagnosed. As the latency period tends to belong, the diagnosis is most likely to come years after you were exposed to asbestos.

With over 40 years of experience, Bonnar Accident Law solicitors understand stresses it may cause a family during an asbestos claim. We take the utmost care to ensure that your case is dealt with promptly and sympathetically. We take away all the burden of dealing with insurance companies and we make every effort to keep you up to date with minimum involvement.

Our aim is to build the strongest possible case as quickly as possible and put pressure on the relevant insurance company or companies (as there might well be more than one involved) for a fair and just settlement. If necessary, we will take the employers and their insurers to court if we think that they are attempting to undervalue your claim.

We can promise you an unrivalled level of client care and attention and we will work tirelessly to get you and your family the result you deserve.

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What does No Win No Fee actually mean?

March 26, 2020/in /by

 

What does No Win No Fee actually mean?

“No Win No Fee” is probably something you hear often on brash television and radio adverts, but what does it actually mean?

Anyone can say the words “no win no fee” but none of that means anything unless it is backed up with the small print.

At Bonnar Accident Law, we offer a true “No Win, No Fee” policy, which means we will not charge you a single penny unless we win your case.

This means that you don’t need to worry – we will only be paid if we win your case for you.

But do I need to pay for the fees of the case in the mean-time?

No you do not. While your case is ongoing, Bonnar Accident Law will cover the fees of your case, whether that means hiring a non-partisan and unbiased medical professional, or covering court fees, we will pay for this from our own accounts while the case is going on, and you needn’t worry about anything, because we won’t charge you a penny unless we win for you.

Our No Win No Fee solicitors will only take on cases we are confident we will win, and our track record speaks for itself.

If we win, you’ll be charged a fee which will have been pre-arranged with you – no surprises or hidden extra costs. The details of our prearranged fee will, of course, vary from case to case and you can be rest assured that everything will be explained to you fully right from the start.

Make a free enquiry

If you have been injured in an accident, please do not delay. Call us free now on 0800 163 978 or complete a Free Online Claim Enquiry and we will soon be in touch.