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Boyes Turner were professional, helpful and responsive in all of my dealings with them. They kept me informed throughout the entire process and gave me sound advice when required. I would recommend Boyes Turner to anyone who requires legal advice in the field of medical negligence. I was happy with my settlement and I am grateful for their work to achieve the end result
Having never taken legal action before, I found Boyes Turner very helpful and diligent during my injury claim. When I moved to the USA during the case, they were still able to answer all of my concerns and keep me informed, giving me advice every step of the way. I would recommend Boyes Turner to anyone who is considering representation
Our team’s solicitors and lawyers are specialists in defective products and consumer law claims. They have advised numerous clients with their claims for compensation relating to a range of defective product claims such as, defective sofas, defective motor vehicle parts and other consumer products.
There are strict safety laws governing the products sold in this country and these come under The Consumer Protection Act 1987 (‘the Act’). In order to bring a successful defective product claim, it is important to understand the following:
Under the Act, product covers all consumer goods and these can range from:
A product is defective when it does not meet the legitimate expectations of the person who generally uses it. In establishing whether a product is defective, the court will take into consideration the manner and purpose for which the product was marketed, any instructions or warnings which accompanied the products and what might be reasonably expected to be done with the product at the time the product was supplied.
There have been a number of stories which hit the headlines in the recent years, where a defective consumer product caused personal injuries. These included:
The manufacturer is the person primarily liable for any damages caused by the faulty product. If the product has been processed as opposed to manufactured then the person who abstracted or processed the product will be liable.
Under the common law of negligence, if a product is faulty and causes injury as a result, a claim for damages can be made but the claimant has to prove that the defect was caused by negligence. The Act introduced statutory liability for defective products and imposes strict liability on manufacturers of defective products for harm caused by those products. The claimant need not be the owner or purchaser of the product.
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A personal injury claim is a claim for compensation arising out of an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. The claim is generally made against the insurer for the party at fault, or if they do not have any insurance, against the party direct (if they have financial means).
If you are the victim of a violent crime, you may be entitled to make a claim under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. If you are injured in a road traffic accident and the party at fault is not insured or cannot be traced, you may be entitled to make a claim under the Motor Insurers’ Bureau.
An accident can happen at any time, in any location and for whatever reason. Anyone who suffers an injury when someone else is at fault can turn to our personal injury claims solicitors for the support and guidance needed.
It happens all too often each year across the UK and, at Boyes Turner, our mission is to get you the compensation and support that you are entitled to. We handle thousands of claims made by people just like you – people who are injured and are now looking to rebuild their lives.
In certain cases, you can also make a claim on behalf of someone else who is injured:
To find out if our personal injury solicitors can help you receive compensation after an accident, call us on 0800 124 4845 or get in touch using our online form for your free initial consultation.
It is rare for a personal injury claim to go to court. In most cases, an out-of-court settlement is reached well in advance of this happening.
If the other side refuses to accept blame for your injuries or illness or to pay you the right amount of compensation for your injuries and losses, we will start court proceedings. Even if this happens, we continue to do everything we can to avoid a court hearing and the majority of cases will settle before the reach a trial date.
In the unlikely event, your claim does go to court, all our personal injury solicitors have the skills and expertise to achieve a positive outcome – while continuing to support you for the duration.
There is no set rule to how long your claim will take and it usually depends on whether the other party admits fault fully or in part and the nature and severity of your injuries and losses. There are so many factors involved that we cannot tell you exactly how long it will take at the start of the process. But you can be sure that your personal injury solicitor will keep you informed of progress at every stage.Some of the most serious personal injury claims can take longer to settle as these are often the most complex cases – particularly if it can take time to get the expert medical and non medical opinion needed.Our personal injury solicitors will do all they can to make the process as short as possible whilst at the same time ensuring that you receive the maximum compensation.
All claims are unique. Our personal injury solicitors know that injuries or illness can affect people in different ways. This is why the amount of compensation you could receive will differ from case to case. Each individual award is designed to reflect your specific circumstances and needs.
General damages
This is the amount that you could be awarded for the pain, suffering and loss of amenity (impact on day to day life) caused by your injuries. Medical evidence is required to prove what injuries you have suffered. The Judicial College sets out guidelines for the range of general damages that can be paid based on the part(s) of the body affected and the severity of the injury.
Special damages
This is the amount you could be awarded for any financial losses or expenses you incur as a result of your injuries both now and in the future. Your personal injury solicitor will factor in the other considerations that are unique to your claim. This can include:
If you have incurred financial losses or you are experiencing financial hardship due to your accident and the injuries you have suffered, your personal injury solicitor can ask the other side to make an interim payment, where liability has been agreed or partially agreed. This is a sum of money which forms part of your overall compensation and is paid in advance of settlement of your claim.
No matter type of accident you or a loved one are involved in, our personal injury solicitors have the specialist expertise and support you need to secure the best possible outcome.
Let us help look after your future needs – call us on 0800 124 4845 or get in touch for the initial discussion that can set you on the path to getting the personal injury compensation you deserve.
We appreciate that making a claim for compensation can feel like it is just one more thing to add to the list at a difficult time. But one thing our personal injury claims solicitors excel in is making the claims process as stress-free and straightforward as possible.
The process of making a personal injury claim generally follows the same steps – starting with a free initial consultation where we will discuss your injury and the options available to you.
When you decide to move forward with a claim, your personal injury solicitor starts by gathering the necessary information. This includes any evidence, witness statements or anything else that can help us build a strong case.
We will arrange for you to undergo any necessary independent medical examinations to help us better understand the full extent of your injury and the impact it is going to have on you and your family in the future.
Using the information gathered by your personal injury solicitor, a compensation amount will be calculated. At this point, we contact those at fault for your injuries or illness to negotiate with them to secure the maximum compensation possible.
Our work is guided by the belief that anyone should have an opportunity to claim compensation if injured through no fault of their own. As part of our initial consultation, we will let you know if our no win no fee personal injury solicitors can help.
No win no fee is known as a Conditional Fee Agreement. For you, it means the financial risk of making a claim is minimised because – if your claim is not successful – you do not have to pay.
Find out more about funding a claim with Boyes Turner. If you have any queries, call 0800 124 4845 or get in touch using our online form and our team will be happy to discuss your options.
In order to prove that someone else is to blame for your injuries or illness, there are four main points to consider for compensation to be paid:
Duty: Were you owed a legal duty of care by the other party at the time of the accident?
Breach: Did the other party breach that duty of care through their actions (or inactions)?
Causation: Is the other party’s actions (or inactions) responsible for your injuries/illness?
Damages: What is the amount of compensation you are entitled to recover because of your injuries and financial losses?
No. The law states that you will not have to pay tax on any compensation you receive for your personal injury claim.
Tax may be owed on any interest that is added to your compensation amount, but this will be deducted before it is paid to you – so you do not have to worry about this either.
In most cases, a personal injury claim must be made within three years of the accident or the date when your injuries are diagnosed. There are exceptions this, however, which are:
We always recommend starting your claim as soon as possible to give our personal injury claims solicitors the best possible chance of building a strong case. We may even be able to help if your claim is now outside the three-year limit – call 0800 124 4845 or get in touch today to find out.
Our teams have been nationally recognised over the past decade for their dedication and commitment to securing maximum compensation for our clients
Our clients constantly recognize us as the most experienced, professional, efficient and supportive
Thank you again for all you have done for us and the way you have done it. We would be happy to recommend your services to anyone else in a similar position.
"It really does turn your life upside down in a moment, not just for me but for my family as well. It’s been a difficult journey, sometimes very emotional, but I’m proud of what I’ve achieved in my recovery and in being able to tell this story tooMy story shows what can be achieved with the support of the right people and a little determination. I look back on where I was and I’m delighted with where I am now. I’ve still got a way to go and I still have some effects from the accident to deal with but I hope people see what I’ve achieved and it helps them as they begin their recovery."
We’d like to express our thanks to Kim and the team at Boyes Turner for the expertise, experience and professionalism in handling our daughter’s serious injury claim following a road accident. From arranging a team of rehab specialists and the necessary funding to the negotiation of the final very satisfactory settlement, the whole operation has been conducted very smoothly and we can recommend their service to anyone in a similar position.
Thank you so much for all you have done for C and the family. I know that you have absolutely given it everything you’ve got and your devotion and commitment to the case has been spectacular.
I wanted to take the opportunity to express my thanks to you for your professional attitude and handling of the claim throughout this tragic case. It is in cases like this where the compensation can never compensate for the loss suffered, but hopefully it will help in some way to move forward.
