Motorcycle Motorway Accident Claim: Vehicle Changes Lane Without Warning Causing Serious Injuries In this motorcycle accident Q&A, we consider a serious motorway collision involving a motorcyclist who suffered a shattered heel, dislocated shoulder, concussion injuries and chronic post-traumatic stress disorder after a car changed lanes without warning. We explain how liability affects a serious injury […]
Who Is at Fault for Common Motorbike Accidents? Determining who is at fault for a motorbike accident is not always straightforward. While some collisions are clearly caused by a driving error, others involve more complex manoeuvres – such as filtering, overtaking, undertaking or vehicles emerging from side roads. In these situations, establishing liability often requires […]
Highway Defects That Can Lead to a Trip or Fall Claim Learn what a public highway is and the types of defects that can cause a trip or fall accident, and when these may give rise to a compensation claim. What Is a Public Highway? A “public highway” is road, pavement, path etc. which the […]
Manhole Cover Trip Claim: Council and Utility Company Liability for Drain Cover Defects In this Q&A, learn how to claim compensation if you have been injured after tripping over a raised, unsafe or missing manhole or drain cover. These covers provide access to underground drainage and sewer systems, and defects can present a serious hazard. […]
Public Liability Questions and Answers: Specialist Solicitor Guidance on Real Accident Scenarios This page brings together public liability questions and answers based on real accident scenarios in places such as shops, bars, gyms, holiday parks and other public venues. You can use the sections below to find answers to specific situations and see how claims […]
Epilepsy Claim Payouts: Grand Mal, Petit Mal and Temporary Epilepsy Compensation Guide (2026) Epilepsy claim compensation in the UK typically ranges from around £13,000 to £184,000, depending on the severity and permanence of the condition. Lower awards are generally made where epilepsy is temporary or involves occasional seizures, while higher compensation is associated with permanent […]
Road Accident Questions and Answers: Claims, Compensation and Liability This page brings together road accident questions and answers asked by accident victims, clients, and site visitors, covering claims, compensation, and liability. Use the question links below to navigate directly to the topic of interest, where you can read the full answer in our detailed response. […]
Taxi Accident Claims: Compensation for Injuries Involving Taxis and Private Hire Vehicles Taxi accident claims arise where drivers, passengers, or other road users suffer injury in an accident involving a taxi or private hire vehicle. These claims may involve crashes caused by taxi drivers or other motorists, pedestrians or cyclists being struck, and incidents such […]
Elbow Injury Claim Payouts (2026): How Much Compensation for Fractures and Ligament or Tendon Injuries? Elbow injury compensation in the UK typically ranges from around £1,000 to £67,000, depending on the severity of the injury, including fractures, ligament or tendon damage, and the need for surgery or long‑term treatment. This guide explains how payouts are […]
Joint Dislocation Claim Payouts (2026): How Much Compensation for Dislocated Joints? Joint dislocation compensation claims in the UK typically range from around £4,500 to £197,000, depending on the joint affected and the severity of the injury, including ligament damage, fractures caused, need for surgery, and risk of long‑term instability. This guide explains the types of […]
