YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
1. DO I HAVE A CLAIM?
We will assess your case for free. In order to win your case, you must establish that the accident happened through somebody else’s fault or negligence. In most cases it will be clear from the outset that you will succeed and be compensated for your injury. However, if we think that you do not have a case then we will inform you immediately as it is not in your interest to pursue a claim where the chances of success are very slim.
2. HOW LONG WILL MY CLAIM TAKE?
In most cases straight forward claims are settled within months. However this is entirely dependent upon the nature of the case and severity of the injuries and complicated cases with serious injuries may take considerably longer. It is not in your interest to settle a case too early as to do so precludes you from further compensation if your injury proves to be long standing in nature.
3. HOW MUCH COMPENSATION WILL I RECEIVE?
The amount of compensation you receive will depend entirely upon the nature and severity of your injuries and how your lifestyle has been affected. You will be compensated for the pain and suffering caused to you as a result of the accident and also for any financial loss such as medical expenses, loss of earnings and travelling expenses etc. The value of your case will be assessed by us as soon as possible and will be discussed in detail with you.
4. HOW MUCH WILL MY CLAIM COST ME?
We at O’Neill Quinn & Company solicitors operate on a “no win, no fee” basis i.e. if you do not succeed you will not be charged any professional fees by us.
5. WHAT DO I NEED TO DO NOW?
If you have been injured in an accident through someone else’s fault contact us immediately by phone or by email and we will call you back within one working day. There are strict time limits which mean you only have two years to commence legal proceedings from the date of accident. There are some exceptions to this rule and if you are under 18 then that period does not commence until your eighteenth birthday. We would strongly advise that proceedings be started as soon as possible as delays can cause difficulties later on.
7. DO I HAVE TO GO TO COURT?
The vast majority of cases (97%) are settled without the necessity of appearing in court. If however a court appearance is necessary, you will be fully briefed by us and a Barrister will be retained on your behalf to protect your interest in court.
8. DO I HAVE TO ATTEND A MEDICAL EXAMINATION?
In order to prepare and evaluate your case, it is necessary for us to obtain a medical report detailing your injuries, the treatment afforded to you and the prognosis for the future. In order to prepare this report it will be necessary to attend one of our Specialists or your own Doctor. The medical appointment will be arranged by us in consultation with you to ensure that you are not inconvenienced.
9. CAN I CLAIM FOR INJURIES SUSTAINED ABROAD?
It is possible for you to claim for an injury that happened abroad even if the accident happened on a boat or an aeroplane.