Personal Injury

Personal Injury Claims

If you’ve suffered injuries because of an accident that was not your fault then Nicholson Jones Sutton Solicitors can help you get the personal injury compensation you deserve.

Our team of personal injury specialists will provide effective, clear and honest advice, making what may seem like a complicated process easier to cope with, safe in the knowledge that we’re on your side. 

We have a reputation for providing the highest levels of customer service to our clients, whilst being as tough as is required to pursue those responsible for what has happened to you.

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How We Can Help You

We will make sure to consider the following:

  • How severe your injury is, and your recovery-time.
  • Whether your injury will affect your life in the future.
  • The amount of time you’ve had to take off work because of your injury.
  • Any care you’ve received, even if from a family member.
  • Any adaptations to your home, car or life.
  • Any medical expenses, from therapy costs to prescription costs and even travel expenses.

We will normally be able to help you on a No Win No Fee Agreement basis and will explain what this means when we speak to you.

Call us today and one of our experienced specialists will help guide you through the process.

Meet The Personal Injury Team

Our team has decades of combined experience in dealing with Personal Injury Claims. 

Our Nicholson Jones Sutton Personal Injury Specialists are sympathetic, understanding, and can help you get the outcome you deserve.

If you would like to discuss an issue, please get in touch to arrange a free no obligation consultation. We’re available by email or phone.

Call or email us today to discuss your claim.

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Leanne Henton

Litigation Manager

Leanne studied the Bar Vocational Course at the BPP Law School in Leeds, and graduated with Very Competent, before cross-qualifying as a Solicitor in 2013.

She joined the firm in 2009 as a Personal Injury Fee Earner, dealing with various matters including Road Traffic Accidents, Employment and Public Liability, and Medical Negligence.

Leanne progressed onto a Litigation Team Manager role in 2015, managing a team of RTA Personal Injury Fee Earners, and further on to Litigation Manager in 2020, working closely with the Directors to ensure the success of the Personal Injury Department.

Leanne has been heavily involved in the development and expansion of the EL/PL Department, as well as the Medical, Dental and Cosmetic Negligence Department.

In her personal life Leanne enjoys holidaying and days out with her young family.

Richard Shillcock

Solicitor

After qualifying as a solicitor in 2002, Richard gained experience working in several firms in the north west of England.

Throughout his 25 year career in the law, Richard has covered the gamut of Personal Injury work. Described as being ‘terrier like’ in his approach to litigation, Richard still loves the thrill of the fight despite his ever advancing years.

Outside of work, Richard lives on the Wirral with his wife and two children. When he isn’t busy helping with homework or coaching his daughter’s football team, Richard enjoys baking and watching his beloved Liverpool FC.

Barry Radford

Solicitor

Barry qualified as a Solicitor in 1999 and has over 20 years post-qualification experience dealing with personal injury claims.

 Barry joined the business in 2015 and having spent time in the role of litigation team manager in the Road Traffic Accident department, he now focuses on his fee-earning role. Barry has experience of dealing with a wide range of personal injury cases including employer’s and public liability matters. He specialises in high value multi-track personal injury claims together with clinical and dental negligence cases.

 Barry recently moved to rural Wales having lived in Manchester for many years and enjoys spending time walking in the countryside with his partner and their miniature dachshund, Rupert.

Nichola Johnson

Personal Injury Solicitor

Nichola joined the company around 2009 whilst studying a Law Degree, having already obtained a degree in Forensic Science and Criminology Degree.

With the support of NJS Nichola completed her training contract and qualified in 2014 as a solicitor. Whilst She has vast experience in all aspects of RTA litigation She also has diversified and now also deal with employers liability claims, occupiers liability claims and public liability matters.

Whilst once a keen horse rider, more recently in her spare time her ventures involve building projects and enjoying family time with her two young children.

Hayley Yates

Solicitor

Hayley joined the company in 2024, having qualified as a Solicitor in 2004. For many years, she has dealt with serious injury litigation cases and has a wealth of experience in representing both Nationwide clients and clients in Western Australia who have suffered from injuries of the upmost severity.

Outside of work, Hayley enjoys spending time with her family, walking her dogs and cold water swimming!

Joanne Scrivens

EL/PL Litigation Executive

Joanne has worked in law since leaving School and joined the company in 2020.

Joanne is a Senior Litigation Executive with over 30 years’ experience in all aspects of RTA litigation and also has diversified and now also deals with employers liability claims, occupiers liability claims and public liability matters.

In her spare time she enjoys making memories with her family and friends.

Rachel Hughes

EL/PL Litigation Executive

Rachel completed a Batchelor of Education at the Manchester Metropolitan University before undertaking a change in career in 2004.

Since then, Rachel has been dealing with litigated personal injury matters. She has a vast knowledge of the claims process and in her previous role dealt with a varied caseload of Road Traffic Accidents, Employment and Public Liability matters.

Since joining the firm in 2022, Rachel has added Medical, Dental and Cosmetic Negligence claims to her expertise.

In her spare time, Rachel is an avid Manchester City supporter and enjoys holidays and long dog walks with her family.

Alexandra Halliday

EL/PL Litigation Executive

Alexandra joined the business in 2016 and having spent time in the role RTA litigator.

She enjoys reading and family time with her two young children.

Stephen Heeley

RTA Litigation Executive

’Stephen joined the firm around 2012 as a member of our new business team. Stephen progressed in the firm moving on to the MOJ portal team which led to his promotion to the position of Litigation Executive.

Stephen has over 11 years’ experience in dealing with road traffic accident claims.

Stephen enjoys socialising and going out for meals and drinks with friends and family in his down time. He is also an avid fan of film and television series and has a keen interest in cooking.

Natasha Harrison

RTA Litigation Executive

Natasha has over 3 years’ experience in RTA litigation working in a logical and proactive manner when dealing with complicated issues such as liability and personal injury in the claimant sector

Her hobbies outside of work is teaching different styles of dance, she also enjoy going to the gym, dining out and catching up with friends.

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