Compensation for your injury
When you’re injured due to someone else’s negligence, physical pain is often just the beginning. Medical bills, lost wages, and uncertainty about your future create enormous stress during recovery. Our lawyers for personal injury understand what you’re going through and fight for the compensation you deserve whilst you focus on getting better.
We’ve represented injured people across Leicester, Nottingham and Derby for over 40 years. Every injury claim is unique with specific circumstances and impact on your life. That’s why we provide personalised representation with genuine care throughout complex legal proceedings.
Get expert personal injury advice today on 0800 024 1976 or via our online enquiry form.
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Personal injury legal services we provide
Our personal injury lawyers handle all types of accident and injury claims, from straightforward road traffic accidents to complex industrial disease cases.
- Road traffic accident claims – We represent victims of car accidents, motorcycle crashes, pedestrian injuries, and public transport incidents. Road traffic accidents can cause life-changing injuries from whiplash to catastrophic spinal damage. Our specialists understand highway law complexities and insurance regulations whilst establishing liability and securing maximum compensation. We handle disputed liability cases and complex insurance arrangements, working with accident reconstruction experts to build comprehensive cases.
- Workplace injury and industrial accident claims – Employers must provide safe working environments, proper training, and adequate safety equipment. When accidents at work occur due to negligence, we pursue compensation whilst ensuring lessons are learned. Our personal injury lawyers handle construction site accidents, machinery injuries, falls from height, and hazardous substance exposure. We understand health and safety legislation and work with safety experts to establish how accidents occurred and what should have been done to prevent them.
- Public liability and premises accident claims – Property owners have duties to maintain safe premises and warn of potential hazards. Our public liability specialists handle slip and trip accidents, falling objects, defective stairs, and accidents in shops and public buildings. These cases involve investigation of maintenance records and risk assessments to establish whether property owners met their legal obligations.
- Brain injury support – Our expert personal injury solicitors provide compassionate legal support for complex brain and head injury claims, understanding the devastating impact these injuries have on individuals and families. We offer comprehensive guidance throughout the claims process, combining deep medical and legal expertise to advocate for maximum compensation covering medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost earnings, and future care needs whilst ensuring clients receive the specialist support they deserve during recovery.
- Product liability and defective product claims – When defective products cause injuries, manufacturers, importers, and retailers can be held liable. Our team represents individuals injured by faulty machinery, contaminated food, defective medical devices, and consumer goods failing safety standards. We work with technical experts to investigate product failures whilst pursuing compensation from appropriate parties in the supply chain.
- Criminal injury compensation claims – Victims of violent crimes deserve compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. We support victims through this specialist scheme, providing sensitive support throughout the application process. We help navigate procedures, gather supporting evidence, and appeal inadequate awards where necessary whilst understanding both psychological and physical impacts.
- Holiday and travel accident claims – We handle holiday accident claims including food poisoning, accommodation accidents, transport incidents, and injuries during organised activities. Travel accident claims often involve complex jurisdictional issues and international insurance arrangements. Our travel specialists understand tour operators’ responsibilities under UK consumer law whilst coordinating with overseas lawyers when necessary.
- Sports and leisure activity injury claims – Whilst sport involves inherent risks, organisers have duties to maintain reasonable safety standards. We represent individuals injured during organised sports, fitness classes, and leisure activities where negligence contributed to preventable injuries. Our personal accident lawyer team understands the balance between personal responsibility and organisers’ safety duties. Common claims involve inadequate supervision, defective equipment, and dangerous playing surfaces.
- Occupational disease and industrial illness claims – Work-related illnesses often develop over many years, making causation complex to establish. We handle asbestos-related diseases, industrial deafness, repetitive strain injuries, and other conditions caused by workplace exposure. These claims require specialist medical expertise to establish links between workplace conditions and illness development whilst investigating exposure history across multiple employers.
- Fatal accident and wrongful death claims – When negligence leads to death, we support bereaved families through difficult legal proceedings. Fatal accident claims pursue compensation for dependency and loss of support whilst seeking accountability for preventable deaths. Our specialists provide sensitive support throughout lengthy proceedings, working with families to understand the full impact of their loss whilst building robust injury claim cases supported by expert evidence.
Our personal injury claims process
We handle personal injury claims systematically, ensuring thorough investigation whilst providing support throughout your recovery.
- Free case evaluation
We assess your injury claim quickly and honestly, examining accident circumstances and injury impact whilst providing realistic advice about prospects and potential compensation. Our personal injury lawyers explain legal principles, discuss evidence needed, and outline the process. Initial evaluations consider liability strength, injury severity, and practical factors whilst providing honest advice and identifying strategies to strengthen your position. - Evidence gathering and investigation
Strong cases require solid evidence, and we act immediately to preserve crucial information. Our personal accident lawyers collect accident reports, witness statements, photographic evidence, and medical records. We understand evidence can disappear quickly, which is why we respond immediately to preserve CCTV footage and interview witnesses whilst memories are fresh. Evidence gathering ensures nothing important is overlooked. - Medical assessment and expert evidence
We arrange comprehensive medical examinations with leading specialists to document your injuries and determine long-term prognosis. Our medical experts are carefully selected based on specialist knowledge, ensuring thorough assessments identifying all injury aspects and their life impact. Medical evidence establishes injury severity and future implications whilst providing comprehensive evidence supporting your compensation claim. - Strategic settlement negotiation
We negotiate robustly with insurance companies to secure maximum compensation for all your losses. Our personal injury team has extensive experience in complex settlement negotiations and ensures claims are properly valued whilst being prepared to proceed to court if necessary. Settlement negotiations consider all damage aspects whilst understanding insurance company tactics and negotiating from positions of strength.
Meet the team
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Lisa Preece
Partner & Solicitor
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Dianne Collins
Legal Director & Solicitor
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Helen Froggatt
Senior Associate & Solicitor
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Hannah Manewell
Senior Associate
Why choose Nelsons personal injury lawyers?
Proven expertise and track record – With over 40 years’ experience, our lawyers for personal injury have secured millions in compensation for accident victims across Leicester, Nottingham, Derby and throughout the East Midlands. Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners recognise our personal injury expertise whilst we regularly handle complex, high-value claims and bring this expertise to benefit all clients. We are also members of the Law Society Personal Injury Panel – a specialist qualification held by experienced lawyers for personal injury – and work with a number of local and nationwide charitable organisations, including Headway.
No win, no fee with complete protection – Our conditional fee arrangements mean you don’t pay legal fees unless your injury claim succeeds, with comprehensive after-the-event insurance protecting against adverse costs. We understand financial pressures following serious injuries and ensure money concerns don’t prevent pursuing deserved compensation.
Rapid response and early action – We understand early action is crucial to preserve evidence and protect your position. Our personal accident lawyers respond immediately to new enquiries and begin investigating claims quickly whilst ensuring crucial evidence is preserved. Early intervention often leads to better outcomes through prompt evidence preservation and proactive case management.
Maximum compensation recovery – We fight for every penny you’re entitled to, including compensation for pain and suffering, lost earnings, medical expenses, and future needs. Our personal injury lawyers understand long-term financial implications of serious injuries whilst working with specialists to ensure all loss aspects are properly identified and compensated.
Ready to claim the compensation you deserve? Get expert personal injury advice today on 0800 024 1976 or via our online enquiry form.
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Lawyers for Personal Injury FAQS
Below, we have answered some frequently asked questions concerning personal injury lawyers
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How quickly should I contact lawyers after my accident?
Contact our lawyers for personal injury as soon as possible after your accident. Early action preserves crucial evidence, allows prompt medical documentation, and ensures you don’t miss legal deadlines. We offer immediate free consultations to assess your case and advise on next steps.
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How much compensation could I receive for my injury?
Compensation depends on injury severity, impact on daily life and career, age, and financial losses suffered. We calculate compensation using guidelines for pain and suffering plus actual financial losses and future costs. During free consultation, we provide realistic estimates based on your specific circumstances.
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What is a 'No Win, No Fee' agreement?
A ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), means you won’t have to pay any legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful. If you win, a success fee will be deducted from your compensation, which is capped by law.
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Will I have to go to Court for my personal injury claim?
Most personal injury claims settle without court proceedings through negotiation with insurers. However, our accident compensation solicitors are fully prepared to proceed to trial when necessary to secure fair compensation, and court action sometimes leads to better settlements.
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What evidence do I need for my personal injury claim?
Useful evidence includes:
- Photographs of the accident scene and your injuries
- Medical reports and records
- Witness statements
- Accident reports (e.g., workplace accident book entries)
- Financial records showing losses incurred due to the injury
Don’t worry if you haven’t preserved all evidence – we can often recover missing information and advise on strengthening your case.
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How long does a personal injury claim take to settle?
Simple cases with clear liability may settle within six to nine months, while complex claims involving serious injuries can take eighteen to twenty-four months or longer. Timescales often depend on how long your medical condition takes to stabilise.
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Can I claim if the accident was partly my fault?
Yes, you may still be able to claim even if you were partly at fault. This is known as contributory negligence. Your compensation may be reduced to reflect your share of responsibility for the accident.
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What if the person who caused my injury doesn't have insurance?
If the person responsible is uninsured or cannot be traced (such as in a hit-and-run accident), you may still be able to claim through bodies such as the Motor Insurers’ Bureau or the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority.
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Can I claim on behalf of someone else?
Yes, in certain circumstances. You can claim on behalf of a child under 18, someone who lacks mental capacity, or a deceased person’s estate.
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What if my injury gets worse after I've settled my personal injury claim?
Once you’ve accepted a settlement, you usually can’t reopen the claim if your condition worsens. This is why it’s crucial to get a thorough medical assessment and expert legal advice before settling.
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How much will it cost me to make a claim?
With a ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement, you won’t have to pay anything upfront. If you win, you’ll pay a success fee (capped at 25% of your compensation) and possibly other costs like insurance premiums. Your solicitor will explain all potential costs before you proceed.
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