Wednesday, 9 October 2013

Succeeding In a Claim with Personal Injury Solicitors Blackburn

If you've been injured in an accident that wasn't your fault and want to bring a compensation claim against the negligent party, no win no fee solicitors Blackburn can give you the help and assistance you need.
While your solicitors should be able to help you gather evidence and build your claim, there are a number of things you can do to support your case and improve your chances of success.

-          Visit a doctor

Personal injury solicitors Blackburn may be able to put you in touch with a doctor, but you will have to receive medical treatment if you are to prove that you are hurt.

-          Be honest and accurate with the doctor and your solicitors

Tell the doctor about your medical history. Your no win no fee solicitor Blackburn will still be able to help you claim compensation if the accident you are claiming for exacerbated a pre-existing medical condition, but the courts and insurers will not look favorable on you if you fail to disclose this relevant information.


You should also ensure that you disclose every aspect of your symptoms with your solicitors and medical team, including any symptoms you previously felt following the accident. Be as descriptive as possible and be consistent when describing your injuries to your personal injury solicitors Blackburn and your doctors.

-          Communicate with your legal team

Keep your no win no fee solicitor Blackburn abreast of any developments in your case, any appointments you have with healthcare providers, any diagnoses you receive and any correspondence you have with the defendant. Your solicitors are there to help you, and will be able to give you the help you need if you keep them fully informed. Your solicitors will also be able to help you gather evidence and tell you what evidence might be needed in your case, so follow their instructions closely.


If you are honest, open and communicative, then personal injury solicitors Blackburn will be able to give you the best possible chance of succeeding in your claim and you should face no unnecessary problems.


Carol Smith has years of experience in the whiplash claims solicitors and healthcare sector and is constantly striving to deliver the highest possible standards of patient welfare and to ensure hospitals abide by the strictest health and safety regulations.