Accidents on the Road 

Whiplash Claims 

Expertise And Understanding From Irwin Mitchell

As we all know our roads are extremely busy and are getting busier. All drivers on the road owe each other a duty of care to drive prudently and safely, and in the main most drivers are able to do this.

Unfortunately and inevitably there are occasions when drivers do not keep to the required standards and collisions occur. One of the most common consequences of such collisions is a soft tissue injury to the neck, shoulders or spine, caused by the rapid acceleration and deceleration of the head in the course of a collision impact - this is more commonly known as whiplash. 

Whiplash is a painful condition, though in the majority of cases, a complete or near complete recovery will be made. A small proportion of people affected may continue to suffer long term problems.

Whiplash can be a debilitating condition. Depending upon the severity of your injury, you may well have other immediate concerns too - your long-term wellbeing, job and finances, for example.

At Irwin Mitchell we fight fearlessly to achieve the best outcome for your claim. We’re renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family due to whiplash, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference. 

Our lawyers offer the highest level of professionalism and expertise, combined with dedication and sensitivity.

Above all, we put you first.

If you have been referred to Irwin Mitchell by your Car Insurer or any other Organisation after a recent motor accident or if you hold Legal Expense Insurance please contact us on 08456 041 561 where one of our trained advisors will handle your enquiry quickly and efficiently.

Handling Whiplash Claims With Expertise And Sensitivity

Irwin Mitchell can help you make a compensation claim for whiplash injuries, through a team of solicitors with specialist knowledge and experience. We can give you the advice and support you need to get the compensation you deserve.

With Irwin Mitchell as your legal advisor, you’ll have all the help you need - not only to make a claim, but to arrange the medical and financial support you need to ease your mind and speed your recovery.

Your legal advisor and our in-house accident investigators will gather all of the necessary evidence your legal team will need to give your whiplash claim the best possible chance of success.

We have specialist client liaison staff who will talk your situation through with you and make arrangements for treatment, rehabilitation and therapy where needed  If possible we will obtain interim payments to relieve your immediate financial worries and pay for any treatment you may require.

Proven Expertise In Whiplash Claims

Irwin Mitchell is one of the largest and most experienced personal injury law firms in the country. Over the years we have successfully helped many people make whiplash claims

Our team includes many of the country’s finest personal injury lawyers. They operate in highly specialised teams, offering the highest level of legal expertise in whiplash claims.

Irwin Mitchell’s Commitment To Making A Difference

Irwin Mitchell’s first commitment is to you, and to achieving the best outcome for your claim following your road traffic crash.

We have a long history of campaigning with leading organisations in numerous personal injury fields. Together with those organisations we campaign for improvements in health and safety and accident prevention. Where possible we campaign to improve the quality of life and levels of compensation for those who have suffered injury.

We have pursued many leading legal cases in order to improve the prospects of success of claims, not just for whiplash but for various forms of personal injury. We're also committed to helping people to obtain fairer compensation.

As corporate members of Roadpeace and Brake, the leading road safety charities, Irwin Mitchell are passionate about improving road safety and representing victims of road accidents and collisions.

We are often asked to comment on road safety issues in the national and regional media. We also deliver training to police family liaison officers and are accredited by APIL.



Whiplash Claim Settles for £3,848 Compensation

Our client was the driver of a stationary vehicle in a queue of traffic. The third party driver collided with the rear of his vehicle and shunted him into the vehicle in front.

Our client sustained whiplash injuries as a result of the negligence of the third party driver.

A whiplash claim was made to the third party insurers but they denied liability and alleged that their insured party was pushed into our client's vehicle as a result of an unidentified vehicle colliding with her.

Neither our client nor the driver he was shunted into had any knowledge of an unidentified vehicle and he was adamant that the negligence rested with the third party. The third party insurers denied liability for a considerable period of time and an application had to be made to the Motor Insurers Bureau under the untraced driver agreement.

The Motor Insurers Bureau had discussions with the third party insurers who eventually agreed to deal with the matter and admitted liability. However, as compensation settlement could not be achieved, court proceedings were issued.

The whiplash claim settled prior to a final hearing being listed in the sum of £3,848. Costs were also recovered from the third party insurers including the costs of pursuing the Motor Insurers Bureau.

We have lawyers with the expertise and experience needed to help you with your claim. Choose from the list below to learn more about our experts in this area.

Name Location Job Title Telephone
Keith Barrett London Partner 0207 421 3895
Jonathan Betts Manchester Partner 0161 838 3055
Andrea Burke Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Andrew Darke Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
John Davis Newcastle Partner 0191 279 0098
Alison Eddy London Partner 020 7421 3887
Colin Ettinger London Partner 0207 421 3889
Sion Kingston Leeds Partner 0113 220 6210
Fran Mayes Newcastle Partner 0191 279 0112
Elaine Russell Glasgow Partner 0870 1500 100
Tracey Storey London Partner 0870 1500 100
David Urpeth Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Jo Darlington Bristol Associate 0870 1500 100
Nicola Meese Sheffield Associate 0870 1500 100
Claire Newstead Leeds Associate 0870 1500 100
David Bell Glasgow Solicitor 0870 1500 100
Claire Bracewell Sheffield Other Legal Expert 0114 274 4613
Gosia Ruiz Newcastle Other Legal Expert 0800 015 9028

Guidance With Strength And Sensitivity

We understand that contacting a lawyer might seem like a big step - especially if you have not done so before and we have therefore made it easy for you to contact us for free initial advice.about your claim.

At Irwin Mitchell we understand the real impact of personal injury. Our team of specialists have the skills and experience to give you clear advice about the chances of pursuing a successful claim and to guide you through the claims process.You can then decide if you want us to pursue your claim on your behalf.

We are renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.

At Irwin Mitchell we will fight fearlessly to give you the greatest chance of winning your case, with the best possible outcome, and we will support you every step of the way. 

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