First Personal Injury, Arbroath

To assess your claim, contact us on 0333 358 2345 or online for a free telephone consultation

The town of Arbroath, famous for its ‘Arbroath Smokie’ haddock, can be found on the North Sea coastline. With its history in the fishing industry, the region’s economy has expanded and now includes seafood processing, soft fruit production, manufacturing and tourism.

As in any other town, accidents happen whether it’s a car collision or a serious fall in the workplace. So, if you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone else, you may want to find out more about claiming compensation.

Legally there are time limits to make a claim. Generally, you have three years from the date of injury to start a claim. There are exceptions to this rule for minors under 18 and for anyone lacking mental capacity. Due to this time limit, you should consult with a personal injury solicitor as early as possible.

We work with Scottish lawyers who offer a ‘No Win, No Fee’ service which means no upfront fees to provide peace of mind. You don’t pay if you don’t win your case.

What is Personal Injury?

Personal injury covers a wide range of incidents where you may be injured. This may include public places, such as supermarkets, parks or at events, to traffic accidents or even surgical errors.

Whether your injury is mild or serious,  if the accident was not your fault, you may have a viable claim for compensation.

For more information visit our Personal Injury Claims page.

Accidents at Work

Arbroath has a diverse economy, so whether you’re injured at work in an office or hurt on the job on a construction site, you may be able to claim compensation. Employers in Scotland are required to have health and safety regulations in place to protect staff. Unfortunately, accidents at work can and do happen. This may include serious accidents such as falls from height or lacerations or bone fractures from machinery.

For more on how to claim for an accident at work, visit our Accidents At Work page.

Road Traffic Accidents

If you have been injured in a road traffic accident which was caused by someone else, you may be entitled for to claim compensation. This includes cyclists, pedestrians, passengers and accidents on public transport.

This may include injuries from whiplash and  soft tissue damage to severe injuries such as head trauma or spinal injury.

Visit our Road Traffic Accident Claims page for more information on the different types of injuries and accidents.

Clinical Negligence Cases  

Clinical negligence is sadly a common cause of injury or harm. Your medical practitioner has a duty of care to ensure your safety. If they fail to provide the expected standard of duty, this may amount to medical negligence. Examples of medical negligence includes birth injuries,  misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis leading to further complications, surgical errors or even incorrect prescriptions by a pharmacist.

Visit Medical Negligence Claims for more information.

Other Incidents

If your type of case is not listed above, we can still help. One of the top categories for personal injury claims is accidents in public places. This could be falling in a supermarket or tripping on a pavement to being injured at an event. They could also be more unusual incidents such as in the military, out horse-riding or even dog bites.

How much compensation am I owed?  

Compensation is decided on an individual basis because every accident is unique. The severity of your injuries and whether your injuries have caused you financial losses will be taken into account when calculating compensation. This can include lost wages and even transport for medical care.

Your personal injury lawyer will be able to estimate how much compensation your claim may be worth. However, to calculate an estimate on how much compensation you could be owed, use our compensation calculator.

How do I make a claim?  

Initially, you will have to provide details about your accident, such as the date it occurred and where it happened. The three year time limit to start a claim is important in this regard.

Medical notes, photographs of the accident scene or any other information that you collected will form important evidence in your case.

Therefore, it’s essential to keep any documents relating to your case as it’s likely they will be required for your claim. If further medical assessment is required, your lawyer can organise an appointment at a doctor’s surgery near to you.

Make Your Personal Injury Claim

If you have suffered an injury in Arbroath, you may be entitled to receive compensation. First Personal Injury is available to assist you and help win any compensation that you deserve.

Contact our specialist team to begin the process, either by phone on 0333 358 2345 or through our online form.