Stephen Matthews
Team Leader & Solicitor, Personal Injury
English
If you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault, we may be able to represent you on a No Win, No Fee basis.
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Many people worry about the cost of making a personal injury claim, particularly when they are already dealing with the effects of an injury, time away from work, or financial uncertainty. A No Win, No Fee agreement is designed to reduce that concern by allowing you to pursue a claim without paying legal fees upfront.
At Simpson Millar, our Personal Injury solicitors are members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) and hold the Law Society's Personal Injury Accreditation. As a firm, we are also ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. We have recovered millions of pounds for clients on a No Win, No Fee basis, handling everything from road traffic accidents to serious injury claims.
Call 0800 260 5010 or request a callback for a free initial claim assessment. We can explain how No Win, No Fee agreements work, whether one may be available in your circumstances, and answer any questions you may have. There is no obligation to proceed.
A No Win, No Fee agreement is formally known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). It allows you to pursue a personal injury claim without paying legal fees upfront.
If your claim is successful, a success fee will usually be deducted from your compensation. The amount will be agreed with you before the claim begins and is subject to a legal cap. In most personal injury claims, the success fee cannot exceed 25% of certain parts of your compensation, as set out in the Conditional Fee Agreements Order 2013.
In almost all personal injury cases, we can also arrange After the Event (ATE) insurance alongside the CFA to recover costs if your claim fails. This would cover the cost of independent medical reports and, where relevant, the other side's legal costs. The premium is usually deferred until the claim concludes.
Many people already have legal expenses insurance, often called Before the Event (BTE) insurance, as part of a home or motor insurance policy. If suitable cover is available, it may be possible to use that policy to fund your claim instead of entering into a No Win, No Fee agreement.
As part of your free initial assessment, we can check whether you have any existing cover and explain the options available to you. We recommend speaking to us before making any changes to an insurance policy that may be relevant to your claim.
| Injury Category | Typical Description | General Damages Range (£) |
| Minor Injuries | Full recovery less than 3 months | £1,680-£2,990 |
| Back Injuries | Minor (recovery within 3–12 months) | £2,990-£5,310 |
| Back Injuries | Severe (disc/root damage, chronic pain) | £47,320-£196,450 |
| Brain & Head Injuries | Minor head/brain | £2,690-£15,980 |
| Brain & Head Injuries | Moderate ABI | £52,550-£267,340 |
| Brain & Head Injuries | Very severe ABI | £344,150-£493,000 |
| Orthopaedic Injuries | 6–7 month knee injury | £2,750 |
| Orthopaedic Injuries | Minor leg injury (few months) | £2,990 |
| Orthopaedic Injuries | 12 months wrist injury | £5,790 |
| Orthopaedic Injuries | 12 months elbow injury | £4,310 |
| Orthopaedic Injuries | Minor hip (full recovery) | £4,820 |
| Spinal & Paralysis | Paraplegia | £267,340-£346,890 |
*ABI (Acquired brain injury)
Compensation amounts are taken from the Judicial College Guidelines (18th edition). These guidelines are used by courts, solicitors and insurers in England and Wales to assess compensation in personal injury claims.
Once we have taken your initial instructions, your claim will be passed to a Personal Injury Solicitor who specialises in the type of claim you are pursuing. We’ll then figure out who exactly is responsible for the injury you’ve suffered.
If the other party admits fault for the accident, your Personal Injury Lawyer will get your medical records and get you examined by a suitable medical professional. The expert will review your records, examine you and write a medico-legal report. This report will be written by either a doctor or another type of health professional, for legal proceedings. It’s an essential document when it comes to evidence, as it’ll be used to explain what your physical or mental injuries are. If you have more than one injury, you could be examined by multiple different experts.
When the medical evidence is finalised and your Personal Injury Solicitor has calculated how severeyour financial losses are, they will figure out the value of your claim and then advise you on the sum of the compensation settlement offer you should make to the other party. In some cases, your Personal Injury Solicitor might advise you to invite the defendant to make a settlement offer, instead of making one to them.
Ideally, the other party who is responsible for the injury you sustained will accept that they’re at fault or they’ll want to negotiate a settlement outside of Court.
Entering into a No Win, No Fee agreement is an important decision, so it is vital to understand how funding arrangements work before you start a claim. As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), we will explain any potential costs, deductions, and funding options clearly from the outset, so you can make an informed decision about how to proceed. We will also provide honest advice about the merits of your claim and whether we believe it has reasonable prospects of success.
Your claim will be handled by a dedicated solicitor from the outset, giving you a consistent point of contact throughout the process. We are available by phone, video call, and email, and will always respond promptly to your questions and keep you updated as your claim progresses. If you are seriously injured, our Major Trauma Unit can help coordinate rehabilitation and, where liability is admitted, seek interim payments to fund treatment, care, and other immediate needs before the claim concludes.
Call 0800 260 5010 or request a callback. The initial assessment is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.
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A Conditional Fee Agreement is the formal legal name for a No Win, No Fee arrangement. Under the Conditional Fee Agreements Order 2013, fees only become payable if your claim succeeds. The success fee is capped before we begin.
The success fee is a contribution towards your legal costs that is deducted from your compensation if your claim succeeds. The amount will be agreed with you before your claim begins and confirmed in writing.
The Conditional Fee Agreements Order 2013 places a legal cap on success fees in most personal injury claims. The success fee cannot exceed 25% of your general damages and past financial losses. Compensation awarded for future losses is not included when calculating that cap.
In most cases, a No Win, No Fee agreement means you will not have to pay our legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful. We will explain the funding arrangements and any potential costs before your claim begins, so you know exactly where you stand.
Most personal injury claims must be started within three years of the accident, as set out in the Limitation Act 1980. Where the injury was not immediately apparent, the three year period may begin from the date you first became aware that it was linked to the incident.
Different rules apply in some circumstances, including claims involving children and certain fatal accident claims. A parent or guardian can bring a claim on behalf of a child before they turn 18. If no claim has been made by then, they will usually have until their 21st birthday to start a claim themselves.
If you are unsure which time limits apply to your situation, we can advise you as part of your free initial assessment.
Most personal injury claims are settled through negotiation without the need for a court hearing. If court proceedings become necessary, we will guide you through the process and handle the legal work on your behalf.
It is uncommon for a claim to reach a final hearing, but if one is required, we will ensure you are fully prepared and supported throughout.
Yes. If you are unhappy with the service you are receiving from your current solicitor, it may be possible to transfer your claim to Simpson Millar. We have helped many clients switch solicitors during an ongoing claim.
Before any transfer takes place, we will assess whether a switch is in your interests and explain the process involved. If you decide to proceed, we can manage the handover on your behalf.
The amount of compensation depends on the severity of your injuries and the specific circumstances of your accident. There is no set figure, as every case is different. Your solicitor will assess both general and special damages to calculate the full value of your claim, making sure nothing is overlooked.
If you have urgent medical or financial needs while your case progresses, we can apply for an interim payment from the other party if they accept responsibility, giving you earlier access to funds for treatment or living costs.
Call 0800 260 5010 or request a callback. We offer a free, confidential assessment and can explain whether a claim may be possible, whether a No Win, No Fee agreement may be available, and what the next steps would involve. There is no cost or obligation in finding out where you stand.
We are here to support you and your family through the challenges that can follow a serious injury.
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A young cyclist suffered catastrophic brain, spinal and other injuries after being hit by an uninsured driver, leaving him with chronic pain, reduced mobility and unable to pursue his planned career as a plumber. Our Road Traffic Accidents team brought a claim against the driver and the Motor Insurers’ Bureau, helping our client access ongoing rehabilitation, treatment and support while seeking substantial compensation for the life-changing impact of his injuries and future needs.
A No Win, No Fee agreement can allow someone to pursue a legal claim without paying upfront legal fees. This guide explains how No Win, No Fee arrangements work, what happens if a claim succeeds or fails, how success fees and other costs may be handled, and the role of After the Event insurance. It also explains when this type of funding may be available for personal injury and medical negligence claims.
After a devastating e-bike collision left a young rider with a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple life-changing injuries, Simpson Millar's Road Traffic Accidents team secured a £1.25 million settlement. The compensation provides long-term financial security, supports the client's ongoing rehabilitation and future needs, and reflects the lasting impact the injuries have had on his independence and everyday life.
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