Free information guides

We think these free personal injury guides could prove indispensable. They're designed to be useful points of reference for you to print off and keep handy.
Jul
20

Q&A: Fatal accidents

Every fatal accident is a tragedy, whether the result of a road traffic accident, an accident at work, or due to a fatal industrial disease.

May
26

Chronic pain and links with the brain

Chronic pain sufferers will tell you it can severely restrict their quality of life and ability to perform simple, everyday tasks.

May
13

Amputation: Q&A

Suffering an amputation injury following an accident is life changing, and trying to get your health and life back on track can be daunting.

Mar
02

A guide to rehabilitation in personal injury claims

What is rehabilitation? If you've suffered a personal injury as a result of the fault of another party, you may be able to make a claim for compensation.

Feb
21

Asbestos: key facts

Asbestos is a naturally occurring fibrous mineral which comes in three forms:

Feb
18

Cycling: What kids should know

Riding a bike is lots of fun for all ages and is generally seen as being a safe pastime.

Jan
31

Spinal Injuries: Q&A

Suffering a spinal injury is life-changing, and trying to get things back on track can be daunting. Our Q&A is aimed at answering some of the questions most commonly asked by spinal injury sufferers keen to rebuild their lives.

Sep
27

No-win-no-fee: What is it?

'No-win-no-fee' is common phrase for a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), which exists between an individual and their law firm as a mechanism for dealing with the cost of legal services.

Aug
18

Motorcycle accidents: Some common injuries

Motorcycles offer a sense of freedom that cars and other vehicles can't.

Aug
11

Cycle safety for kids

By equipping them with road safety skills, cycling for children can be fun and is an excellent way to build up their confidence and independence, as well as giving them a lifelong skill which helps maintain fitness levels and promotes social interaction.

Aug
02

Road traffic accident dos and donts

Take to the road, and unfortunately your chances of being involved in a road traffic accident are quite high. It's difficult, we know, but try not to panic if you find yourself in the aftermath of a collision.

May
25

Safer cycling

Read our free guide and enjoy safer cycling

Jun
02

What to do following a cycling accident

Cycling can be one of the most pleasurable and safest modes of transport. However, if you do have an accident, there are some important tips you need to remember:

Jul
19

Your guide to making a small claim

If your claim is for goods, services or money and you are unable to come to an agreement you may need to consider bringing a claim in the county court.

Jun
30

Sharing the roads with cyclists: Tips for motorists

There are a lot of concerns about safety when cars and bikes share the roads, and we've all heard about tragedies that happen when these two modes of transport collide.

Feb
03

Tell me about my claim

Making a compensation claim after you've been injured can be a daunting prospect, and it's only natural to worry about how much it'll cost and whether it'll succeed.

Jan
29

Work-related disease and illness claims

The dangers of the workplace aren't always obvious. Prolonged exposure to materials, fumes, noise and machinery can lead to a range of conditions that can seriously affect people's quality of life.

Jan
29

Collecting evidence (road traffic accident claims)

We tell you everything you need to know about collecting evidence if you have a road traffic accident claim.

Jan
29

Inquests

Depending on the accident circumstances, the police/Criminal Prosecution Service will consider prosecuting the other party for offences relating to the accident.

Jan
29

Who can claim?

There are several elements to any claim for damages arising out of a fatal accident.

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