Legal claims on accidents and injury- How can you claim

Released on = February 20, 2006, 11:52 pm

Press Release Author = John Eastwood

Industry = Law

Press Release Summary = Legal-Claim.co.uk can be of tremendous help and support as
it brings good expertise, experience and works on a conditional fee scheme. This
enables the company to take its fee from the opponent or the employer in case of
work related accidents.

Press Release Body = Claiming on accidents and injury can be a tedious process if
you are unaware of the procedures. Given below is a brief explanation of the process
to help you through.

How to bring a claim
In order to bring a claim in respect of an accident you have to prove that someone
else was negligent or in breach of the duty they owed you in law and that their
action or lack of action resulted in your injury. If you have the necessary evidence
and want to take up the case then you next need to contact lawyers or lawyer firms.

Comparing law firms
Today there are various law firms offering their services, but you need to choose
the right one to work with. Opt for a firm with sufficient expertise in your area of
claim, a firm that is conveniently situated, that has good online presence and is
comfortable to work with. Once you decide on a few firms you can visit their sites
for contacting them.

The assessment form
Once you have decided on a few law firms to work with, you will need to fill up
simple online assessment forms. These seek the details of your case and your
personal details. As the name implies, these forms help the law firms assess your
case and decide its worth. Law companies usually contact clients regarding the
status within 24 hours.

Limitation period
You need to understand that claims have to be brought in within 3 years from the
date of accident. If however the victim is a child, the term does not apply till the
child turns 18. The term will also not apply if the accident happened over three
years ago, but the injuries became evident only after 6 years or so.

Working with the firm
Once you decide to work with a firm, you need to provide all the required details
and information. Medical evidence, reports and other data will be sought to support
your case. Depending upon the amount of the claim your case will then be filed with
a small claims court or a bigger court.

Going to court
This may not be necessary as in the vast majority of claims liability is admitted
and the case is settled out of court. This sometimes happens without court
proceedings ever having been commenced. It is only the complicated ones, where there
may be a dispute as to the amount that the Claimant is entitled to receive or if
there is a dispute regarding liability, that actually go to Court.

You can claim for all types of accidents including accidents at work, medical
negligence or road accidents. Legal-claim.co.uk can be of tremendous help and
support as it brings good expertise, experience and works on a conditional fee
scheme. This enables the company to take its fee from the opponent or the employer
in case of work related accidents.


Web Site = http://www.legal-claim.co.uk

Contact Details = address: 15511 N. Hayden Rd.,Ste 160 PMB 353,ottsdale, AZ, 85260
E-mail: claim_legal@yahoo.com

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