No win no fee solicitors

Who are National Accident Helpline's no win no fee solicitors partners?

Our network of specialist lawyers spans the UK. This means that we try, where possible, to put you forward to the right no win no fee solicitors for your case who are nearby.

We hold our panel of solicitors to high standards, too. As part of this, we monitor the service that they're providing to make sure that you're getting the best possible help.

After we introduce you to your legal team, they will be your point of contact throughout your claim. They'll keep you updated on any progress and make sure that you're getting the support that you need.

They'll also arrange the paperwork and help you understand the process, the law and your legal rights.

What types of claims can our no win no fee solicitor partner help you with?

We'll always try to connect you with the best no win no fee solicitors for your circumstances, with experience in handling similar cases for people just like you. Over the past years_since years , we've helped people make it right after they've experienced medical negligence or suffered a personal injury in all kinds of situations.

• Road traffic accidents: Including car accidents, motorcycle claims or if you were hit as a pedestrian.
• Accidents in public: Common claims include slips, trips and falls, pavement accidents or an injury suffered on holiday.
• Accident at work: We've handled industrial injury claims, construction accidents and claims linked to working with asbestos.
• GP & hospital negligence: Whether you were let down by the NHS or private practice, we can help you if you were misdiagnosed or suffered negligence at your GP or hospital.
• Clinical negligence: You may have suffered due to poor treatment by a dentist, optician or beautician.
• Birth injury: Errors in childbirth can have lasting impacts on mother and baby, from cerebral palsy claims to perineal tears to tragic stillbirths.

What do clients think of National Accident Helpline's service?

We're the UK's leading personal injury specialists and we work closely with no win no fee solicitors to deliver great service to our customers.

We've even earned ourselves a coveted 'Excellent' rating on the independent customer review platform Trustpilot. You can read no win no fee solicitor reviews there or have a look at some of our case studies.

Is speaking to a solicitor right for you?

We offer free, impartial advice about your compensation and we'll never pressure you into starting a claim.

This means that we can let you know if we believe that you have a claim and whether we think that you should speak to a solicitor, without you having to contact one yourself.

If we do advise that speaking to a no win no fee solicitor is right for you, then, with your permission, we'll put your name forward to one on the same call.

All our advice is provided in plain English, too. That way, even if your case is complex, you'll be able to understand the specifics of your case throughout the process.

What is the process when using no win no fee solicitors?

1. Get in contact to see if you could claim
2. Appoint a solicitor
3. Consult with your legal team and assess your case
4. Pre-action protocols are set out and submitted
5. Liability is admitted by the opposing side (this is the case with most claims) or liability is denied by the opposing side, and the case is decided by a judge in court if the other side fail to concede
6. The claim is settled

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Do all solicitors offer no win no fee services?

In short, no. Not every solicitor takes every case on a no win no fee basis. Also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), no win no fee is more commonly offered in medical negligence and personal injury cases. As your legal team takes on the financial risk, no win no fee is typically offered if your solicitor believes you stand a good chance of your claim succeeding.

Other areas of the legal profession such as criminal and family law generally cannot be accessed via no win no fee.

If you're not sure about whether you can get help from a no win no fee solicitor, contact us. When you first talk to us, our friendly helpline advisors will take the time to understand your situation. In many cases, we can advise whether your case has a good chance of success and if it can be taken on a no win no fee basis on that very first call.

Our online claim checker can also give you a useful indication in just a few taps.

What happens if my no win no fee claim is successful?

In most cases, a successful claim is one where your solicitor negotiates an acceptable settlement for you with the other side's insurance company.

In the small number of successful cases that are decided in court, a judge will decide your compensation amount. Once the total amount of damages is paid, your solicitor will deduct the fees which they agreed with you when they took on your case. They then transfer the net payment to your bank account. If your claim is unsuccessful, you owe nothing.

What happens if my claim is unsuccessful or if you think I don't have grounds for a claim?

If your claim is unsuccessful, then you pay nothing; it's as simple as that. No win no fee means that you can make a compensation claim without worrying about covering legal costs. We'll help you arrange no-upfront-cost insurance as part of your no win no fee agreement.

We're here to give you the advice that you need to make an informed decision about your claim. If we don't think that you have reasonable grounds for a claim, either we (or the solicitor we appoint to discuss your case) will let you know there and then - and give you clear reasons why.

There are no up-front costs involved and, if you're within the time limits for making a claim, you're free to seek a second opinion elsewhere.

Should I tell my solicitor everything?

You should always tell your no win no fee solicitor the facts of your situation so that they can effectively fight your case. Their code of conduct includes a duty of confidentiality. This means that they won't unnecessarily disclose any feature of your case.

They may be ordered by the court to release certain documents and, under the rules of standard disclosure, must confirm information on the documents upon which the case relies. If they don't, they could damage their or the opposing party's case.

If you're unsure, your legal team will be able to talk you through confidentiality rules when you have your consultation.

What if I'm not happy with my current solicitor?

If you are currently receiving legal advice and aren't happy with the level of service you're receiving, it's perfectly fine for you to change solicitors.

You will need to agree to include their fees in your claim and there may be terms attached - this will be apparent from your fee agreement with them. Get in touch to find out how we can help if you're not happy with your current legal representation.

What's the percentage fee that a UK no win no fee solicitor takes in a successful claim?

Up until 2013, the claimant kept 100% of any damages award and solicitors' costs were paid by the other side's insurers. This was deliberately changed in the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders (LASPO) Act 2012 to make the cost burden more proportionate for the defending side.

Today, UK law says that a no win no fee solicitor can deduct a 'success' fee for their services from the total amount that you're awarded in a successful claim.  

At the start of the claim, your legal team may need to take out a special no-upfront-cost insurance policy for you. This covers your legal costs if your claim is unsuccessful.

Our panel solicitors will never ask you for any up-front charges to manage your case. Our approved solicitors will always detail the fees as part of the agreement between you before taking on your case. This means that there are never any financial surprises. If your claim is unsuccessful, you owe nothing.

Is National Accident Helpline a claims management company?

No, we're not. National Accident Helpline is an independent personal injury advice brand belonging to the legal practice National Accident Law. As a UK-based law firm, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), an independent professional standards and ethics body that licenses all solicitors in England and Wales. Our SRA registration number is 655606.

Claims management companies (CMCs) are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). A CMC does not have its own law firm. All personal injury claims we undertake are done so by National Accident Law. We also work in collaboration with a nationwide network of personal injury law firms. Each is selected carefully and continually monitored by us to ensure they meet regulatory standards and our own ethics and values.

Why choose National Accident Helpline for no win no fee solicitors?

• Our panel of no win no fee solicitors have worked on cases just like yours. We've helped people make it right for years_since years.
• We're fully regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
• We're proud to have an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from tens of thousands of reviews.
• The solicitors we work with are registered with The Law Society in England and Wales or the Law Society of Scotland.