Road Traffic Accident Claims - More information

- Will I Need To Have A Medical Examination?
- If you've been injured in a road traffic accident you should seek medical assistance as soon as possible. Even if you only appear to have minor injuries, they could be more serious than you think and you should see a doctor.
  
  You’ll also need to have a separate medical examination as part of the claims process, which we'll arrange. This will help us to determine the extent and impact of your injuries, which is an essential part of working out how much compensation you are owed.
  
  Find out more about the medical examination you'll need.
- My Insurance Company Has Recommended A Law Firm, Do I Have To Use Them?
- Many insurance companies have preferred solicitors that they work with, but you’re still free to make up your own mind, and they can’t insist that you use the lawyers they recommend.
  
  It's important that you choose a solicitor that you’re comfortable with, and are able to communicate with easily and clearly. We have offices across the UK, and can be reached by phone and email.
  
  Before you make a decision, you should consider all of your options, so give us a call on 0800 056 4110 for a free consultation with no obligation to make a claim.
- Will I Have To Go To Court?
- When investigating your compensation claim, we'll always try and establish who was responsible for your accident, and work hard to get an admission of liability from them.
  
  If this is possible, then your case can be settled without court proceedings. This is the case for the vast majority of the claims we pursue.
  
  However, if the person responsible will not admit fault, or the value of your claim cannot be agreed, then court proceedings may be necessary.
  
  If this happens, don't worry – we'll be there to support you every step of the way.
- Can I Get Early Compensation Payments?
- Early compensation payments, also known as interim payments, are made in advance of any final settlement. They’re only made in an agreement with your opponent if they admit that they're responsible for your injuries.
  
  Interim payments can be used to replace lost earnings, so you can afford to pay essential bills if your injury has meant you’ve been absent from work, as well as covering the cost of specialist medical care or mobility equipment.
  
  We'll work hard to get an early admission of fault and also to obtain early compensation payments to relieve any immediate pressures you’re feeling.
- Meet Our Road Traffic Accident Solicitors
- Our personal injury team deals with thousands of successful claims each year, and our award-winning team of dynamic and effective lawyers are recognised as leaders in their fields.
  
  Meet our team of road traffic accident solicitors.

It was so fantastic to have Irwin Mitchell supporting my recovery. They put in place additional services for me to help me with my rehabilitation, and it was able to carry on when the community services came to an end.”

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