Personal Injury Claims

Overview

At HHD Solicitors, we specialise in personal injury law, using decades of experience to help clients recover the maximum compensation for their injuries. We handle all types of claims, from road traffic accidents to slips, trips and workplace injuries.

Whatever your circumstances, our experienced team will guide you through every stage of the process, to secure the compensation you deserve. We have supported clients with a wide range of injuries, such as:

• Whiplash
• Fractures and broken bones
• Loss of limbs
• Dental and eye injuries
• Burning and scarring
• Spinal injuries
• Head injuries
• Paralysis
• Psychological and psychiatric conditions, such as adjustment disorders, complex trauma and and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Road Traffic Accidents

If you have suffered an injury as a result of a road traffic accident which wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to claim compensation against the other driver.

We can help you to recover compensation for all any injuries (both physical and psychological) and financial losses, including:

• Vehicle repairs or replacement
• Loss of earnings
• Physiotherapy and private medical care
• Vehicle damage depreciation
• Policy excess

If you are involved in an accident, it’s important to gather the other driver’s details, take photographs of the scene and vehicle damage, and collect witness contacts. You should also seek medical treatment promptly, and contact the police if you suspect a crime has been committed. Keeping receipts for any private medical treatment will support your claim.

At HHD Solicitors, your case will be managed by a qualified solicitor and not a claims handler. We will arrange medical assessments, witness statements, physiotherapy and even vehicle hire. We also instruct specialist Counsel (barristers) to advise you on your claim and assess your eligibility for legal aid.

Accidents at Work

If you have found yourself in the unfortunate situation of being injured at work, you should receive the compensation you deserve. At HHD, we are experts in dealing with workplace accidents and can assist you with your claim.

Under the Health and Safety at Work (NI) Order 1978, all employers have a duty to protect their employees, contractors and visitors from accidents and injuries. Accidents can result in minor or complex injuries with long-term consequences, including loss of earnings and impact on future employment.

According to the Health and Safety Executive, slips, trips and falls are the leading cause of major workplace injuries, accounting for around 31% of all reported accidents. The HSENI also reports that over 95% of major slips result in broken bones.

Other common causes of workplace accidents include:

• Lifting and manual handling injuries
• Falls from height, such as ladder accidents
• Faulty or unsafe equipment
• Inadequate training or risk assessments
• Lack of protective clothing or safety equipment

Our team has extensive experience with industrial injury claims, including vibration white finger, repetitive strain injuries, dermatitis and other skin conditions, as well as hearing loss.

Many of our clients worry about the repercussions of claiming against their employer, but it is important to know that employers are legally required to have insurance to cover workplace accidents. At HHD, we will investigate the circumstances of your accident, arrange medical assessments, gather witness statements, and obtain evidence such as photographs or equipment inspections. Your claim will be handled by an experienced solicitor from start to finish, and we will guide you through all paperwork and funding options so you can focus on your recovery.

Slips, Trips & Falls

Have you had a fall in a public or private place? You may be entitled to pursue a personal injury compensation claim. Common causes of slips, trips and falls include:

• Cracked or uneven pavements
• Unexpected obstacles
• Inadequate lighting
• Spilled drinks or greasy, oily spillages
• Wet floors

These accidents often result in injuries such as back, ankle, knee, wrist or head injuries.
Who you can claim against will depend on where your accident occurred – often it will be the local council, or the owner of the building or business responsible for the area.

If you experience a slip, trip or fall, it’s important to photograph the scene quickly and collect witness details. This evidence can be vital in supporting your claim.

At HHD Solicitors, we will identify who is responsible for the accident site, make enquiries on your behalf, and obtain witness statements and medical reports. Your case will be handled by an experienced solicitor from start to finish – we can even advise you on your eligibility for legal aid and help you to apply, leaving you to focus on your recovery.