Accident Claims Scotland: Personal Injury Solicitors Helping People Claim Compensation
If you have been injured in an accident in Scotland that was not your fault, you may be able to seek compensation. This website provides general information about personal injury, medical negligence, industrial disease and workplace accident claims across Scotland.
Start Your Free Claim Check
General enquiry form. No obligation.
Start Your Free Claim Check
General enquiry form. No obligation. Submitting it does not create a solicitor-client relationship or stop a legal time limit.
Can I claim compensation in Scotland?
In Scotland, you may be able to claim compensation if you were injured because of someone else's negligence and the accident occurred within the last three years (or within three years of discovering your injury was caused by negligence). Claims are handled under Scots law. Eligibility depends on the facts of your case, the evidence available, liability and causation. A free enquiry will give you a clear initial assessment with no obligation to proceed.
Types of Claims We Handle
We handle a wide range of personal injury and compensation claims across Scotland.
Road Traffic Accident
Car, motorcycle, cycling, pedestrian and passenger claims
Accident at Work
Employer negligence, unsafe workplaces, manual handling injuries
Medical Negligence
NHS and private healthcare errors, misdiagnosis, surgical negligence
Industrial Disease
Asbestos, mesothelioma, industrial deafness, vibration injury
Serious Injury
Brain injury, spinal injury, amputation, complex regional pain
Public Place Accident
Slips, trips and falls in supermarkets, pavements, public buildings
Fatal Accident Claims
Bereavement claims and dependency claims for families
Criminal Injury
CICA compensation claims for victims of violent crime
How the Scottish Claims Process Works
Making a personal injury claim in Scotland follows a structured process. Here is what to expect when you instruct a solicitor.
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Free enquiry
Contact us for a no-obligation discussion about your circumstances.
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Claim assessment
Your solicitor reviews the facts, evidence, liability and time limits.
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Evidence gathering
We help gather medical records, witness statements and other evidence.
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Letter of claim
A formal letter is sent to the other side setting out your claim.
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Medical evidence
Independent medical evidence is obtained to support your claim.
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Negotiation
We negotiate with the other party's insurers to reach a fair settlement.
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Settlement or court
Most claims settle without going to court. If needed, we litigate on your behalf.
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Compensation payment
Once agreed, your compensation is paid to you.
What can compensation cover?
- ✓Pain, suffering and loss of amenity (solatium)
- ✓Loss of earnings — past and future
- ✓Medical treatment and rehabilitation costs
- ✓Care and assistance provided by family or professionals
- ✓Travel expenses related to your injury
- ✓Home adaptations or specialist equipment
- ✓Future care needs
- ✓Pension loss in serious cases
- ✓Provisional damages where conditions may deteriorate
Time limits apply
In Scotland, most personal injury claims must be made within three years of the accident or the date of knowledge. Do not delay — contact us as early as possible.
Learn about time limits →Why Choose Accident Claims Scotland?
We provide general information about accident and personal injury claims in Scotland.
Scottish claims information
Learn what information a Scottish personal injury solicitor may need when assessing a claim.
No win, no fee options
Funding options are available so you can pursue your claim without upfront financial risk. All terms explained clearly before you proceed.
Scotland-wide coverage
We handle claims from Glasgow and Edinburgh to Aberdeen, Inverness and everywhere in between.
No obligation enquiry
Your initial enquiry is free and carries no obligation. We will give you an honest assessment of your claim.
Expert guidance
Personal injury, medical negligence, industrial disease and serious injury claims handled with specialist knowledge of Scots law.
Scotland-focused
Our guidance highlights where Scots law and Scottish claims procedures may differ.
No Win, No Fee Claims in Scotland
Many personal injury and accident claims in Scotland can be funded on a no win, no fee basis. This means that if your claim is unsuccessful, you will not be required to pay your solicitor's fees.
We will explain the funding options available to you clearly and transparently before you agree to proceed. Any deductions or success fees that may apply will be set out in your written agreement so you know exactly where you stand.
Eligibility for no win, no fee funding depends on the strength and merits of your claim. Your solicitor will give you an honest assessment.
Learn more about no win, no fee →Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to make a personal injury claim in Scotland?
What is no win no fee and what does it mean for me?
Can I claim if I was partly to blame for my accident?
How much compensation will I receive?
Do I need to go to court?
What evidence do I need to support my claim?
Ready to Check If You Can Claim?
Speak to a Scottish claims specialist today. Your enquiry is free, confidential and carries no obligation.
No win, no fee available. No obligation. Time limits apply.