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Legal Claims Guides

Clear, jargon-free guides to making a claim in England & Wales — what you may be entitled to, the time limits that apply, how compensation is valued, and how the process works from start to finish. Each guide is written and reviewed by our specialist solicitors.

Reviewed by Leanne Henton, Solicitor & Head of Personal Injury and Medical Negligence Claims · Last reviewed July 2026

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How to use these guides

If you have been injured or treated negligently and it was not your fault, you may be able to claim compensation. The right guide for you depends on how you were harmed — at work, on the road, through medical or dental treatment, or in another way set out below. Choose your situation to read a full breakdown of your potential entitlement, the relevant deadlines, and what to do next.

Most personal injury and clinical negligence claims must be started within three years of the date you were harmed (or the date you first became aware of it), though important exceptions apply for children, people who lack capacity, and certain other circumstances. Each guide explains the time limits for that specific type of claim.

Personal injury claims

Injuries that were not your fault

Personal Injury Claims Guide

An overview of personal injury compensation in England & Wales — who can claim, how fault is established, what damages cover, and how No Win No Fee funding works.

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Accident at Work Claims Guide

Your employer's duty of care, common workplace injuries, what to do after an accident, and how compensation is calculated using the Judicial College Guidelines.

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Road Traffic Accident Claims Guide

Claiming after a car, motorcycle, cycling or pedestrian accident — including the whiplash reforms, uninsured drivers, and what your claim may be worth.

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Serious Injury Claims Guide

Life-changing injuries such as brain, spinal and amputation injuries — how larger claims are valued, interim payments, and the support available alongside compensation.

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Medical & clinical negligence claims

Substandard care that caused you harm

Medical Negligence Claims Guide

How to prove a breach of duty and causation, the standard of care expected, NHS and private claims, and the compensation available for negligent treatment.

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Dental Negligence Claims Guide

Claims arising from misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, extraction errors and nerve damage — what amounts to negligent dental care and how to seek redress.

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Medical Negligence in Women's Health Claims Guide

Negligence in gynaecological, maternity and birth-related care, including delayed cancer diagnosis and birth injuries — the issues women face and your options.

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Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to make a claim?

For most personal injury and clinical negligence claims in England & Wales, you have three years from the date of the injury or from the date you first became aware that negligence may have caused you harm. Different rules apply to children, people who lack mental capacity, CICA claims, and Inheritance Act claims. Each guide sets out the specific deadline for that claim type.

How much compensation could I receive?

There is no fixed amount. Compensation depends on the severity of the injury or harm, its lasting effect on your life, and your financial losses such as lost earnings and care costs. Many injury claims are valued with reference to the Judicial College Guidelines. The relevant guide explains how claims of that type are typically assessed.

Will I have to pay anything upfront?

Many claims can be funded on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning you do not pay legal fees upfront and pay nothing if the claim is unsuccessful. The exact arrangement depends on the type of claim and your circumstances, which we will explain clearly before you commit.

Do I have to go to court?

Most claims settle without a court hearing. A claim is only likely to reach a final hearing if liability or the value of the claim cannot be agreed. We always aim to resolve matters as efficiently as possible.

How do I know which guide applies to me?

Choose the guide that matches how you were harmed. If you are unsure, or your situation could fall under more than one area, contact our team for a free, no-obligation assessment and we will point you to the right place.

Not sure where to start?

Tell us briefly what happened and our specialist team will let you know, honestly, whether you may have a claim. It is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to proceed.

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These guides provide general legal information for England & Wales only and do not constitute legal advice. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case. For advice specific to your situation, please contact our team directly at injury@njslaw.co.uk.

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