No Win No Fee Solicitors

What is No Win No Fee?

A No Win No Fee arrangement is one where you only pay your solicitor if you win your personal injury or medical negligence claim. If one of our No Win No Fee solicitors takes on your case and you aren’t successful, you won’t pay them any legal fees.

After an accident or an injury, you’ll want to focus on your recovery rather than funding a claim. Also known as a conditional fee arrangement, a No Win No Fee agreement means there is no financial risk to you, so you can focus on more important things.

If you’re unsure about whether you can make a No Win No Fee claim, just get in touch. Our friendly legal services team will ask you a few simple questions and if we think you have a strong case, we’ll ask if you’d like to speak to one of our expert solicitors.

No Win No Fee arrangements work slightly differently in Scotland. While you’ll still be able to make a No Win No Fee claim for personal injury, the arrangement doesn’t cover medical negligence cases. To find out more, visit our No Win No Fee Scotland page.

It’s also important to note that No Win No Fee is currently not applicable in Northern Ireland.

How does No Win No Fee work?

If your No Win No Fee claim is successful, our solicitors will take a success fee from the compensation you’re awarded in the form of a percentage of your damages. This percentage – and any other costs – will be explained to you before starting your claim, so you won’t have to worry about any unexpected fees.

Your solicitor may also take out an insurance policy – known as ‘after the event’ insurance – on your behalf. This will cover costs such as court fees. If your case is successful, the cost of this policy will usually be deducted from your final compensation amount.

When you make a No Win No Fee claim, you will typically claim against the insurer of the person or organisation responsible for your accident. This means you won’t be claiming directly against the individual or company, which can be reassuring in certain cases – particularly those involving workplace injuries.

Types of No Win No Fee cases

No Win No Fee can be applied in a number of civil justice cases, including but not limited to:

Personal injury claims
If you were hurt in an accident that wasn’t your fault in the last three years, you could make a No Win No Fee personal injury claim. Our specialist accident solicitors will work to get you the compensation you deserve, as well as any further care you may need.
Medical negligence claims
Medical negligence can be devastating, but we’re here to help you get through it and back on your feet. Whether you’ve suffered a misdiagnosis, surgical negligence or even cosmetic surgery negligence, you are entitled to justice.
Slip, trip and fall claims
A slip, trip or fall can hurt more than just your pride. If you’ve suffered an injury in public, you could make a claim for compensation. Your case will be made against the organisation responsible for the building or public space you were in – whether that’s the local authority or a shop owner.
Accident at work claims
Making a claim for a workplace accident can be daunting if you don’t want to cause any conflict at work. But it may be reassuring to know that in these cases, you’ll claim against your employer’s insurer, not them directly. This means your claim won’t negatively affect your employer or colleagues.
Road traffic accident claims
Road traffic accidents are highly distressing – but when you’re hurt in one that wasn’t your fault, it can be even more upsetting. If you’ve suffered an injury in a road accident – whether minor or life-changing – you could make a No Win No Fee claim for compensation.

This isn’t a complete list, and you could make a No Win No Fee claim for many other injuries if they were caused by someone else’s negligence. If you’re not sure whether you have grounds for a claim, get in touch with us to find out more.

How can I make a No Win No Fee claim?

The first thing to do is to find out whether you can make a No Win No Fee compensation claim. You can do this simply by getting in touch with us. Our advisors will be happy to talk through your case and explain your options.

If you then decide you’d like to go ahead with a claim, we will introduce you to one of our specialist No Win No Fee solicitors.

Your lawyer will talk you through the process, so you’ll know exactly what to expect in the following weeks and months. They’ll also make sure you’re comfortable with the percentage that will be deducted from your final settlement if your case is successful.

Next, your lawyer will begin building your case by investigating what happened and putting together the available evidence. This might include medical records, witness testimonies and your own memory of events.

Your solicitor will then submit your claim to the party responsible for your injuries and begin negotiations for an appropriate settlement figure. If they don’t think the offered amount is enough to cover the pain and suffering you’ve been through, they will continue to negotiate until they are satisfied you’re receiving the settlement you deserve.

Is there a time limit for No Win No Fee claims?

In most cases, you’ll have three years to make a No Win No Fee accident claim for an injury caused by someone else’s negligence.

But there are some exceptions. If you’re claiming on behalf of someone who lacks the capacity to claim for themselves, you won’t face a deadline unless they regain capacity.

If you’re taking legal action on behalf of a child, you’ll have until their 18th birthday to do so. After this, they will have until their 21st birthday to start a claim themselves.

Meanwhile, if you only discover that you were the victim of negligence after the three-year deadline has passed, you could still be able to make a claim.

This will usually apply in industrial disease and medical negligence cases where symptoms may take longer to appear. In these instances, you will have three years from the date you found out you were a victim of negligence to make a claim.

Why choose First4Lawyers?

Whether you want to make an accident and injury claim, or need a solicitor for personal or business law matters - our friendly team are here to help, 24/7.

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How long does a No Win No Fee case take?

How long your claim takes will ultimately depend on the severity of your injury, the circumstances surrounding what happened and the long-term impact on your life.

In straightforward cases, such as whiplash claims, the process could be completed in just a few months.

But more complex cases – like those involving medical negligence – will take longer to settle. Your solicitor will have to ensure that all investigations are carried out and evidence is compiled before beginning negotiations, which could then take a few years to conclude.

How much No Win No Fee compensation will I receive?

Your situation is unique to you. Even if you were involved in a similar accident to someone else, the effect it might have on your life could be totally different. This means your injury could result in a different amount of compensation.

Without an initial consultation, it will be difficult to say exactly what you might be entitled to. But if your claim is successful, your compensation will most likely be split into general damages and special damages.

General damages* cover the effect your injury has had on your quality of life. They compensate you for the pain and suffering you’ve been through as a direct result of your injury, as well as any changes you’ve had to make to your lifestyle – such as giving up a sport or hobby.

Special damages are designed to reimburse you for any impact your injury has had on your finances. This might include further medical treatment, loss of earnings if you couldn’t work, and any other expenses relating to your injury.

If your No Win No Fee claim is unsuccessful, you won’t be awarded any compensation. But you won’t have to pay your solicitor’s legal fees, which means there is no financial risk to you.

*To find out what your claim could be worth in general damages, try our free compensation calculator.

How is legal aid different from No Win No Fee?

Legal aid is a way of providing help to people who wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford legal representation. According to the government, it “can help meet the costs of legal advice, family mediation and representation in a court of tribunal”.

This aid is provided by the government and unlike No Win No Fee arrangements, it is only available if your case meets strict criteria.

In order to receive legal aid, you will have to prove that your legal problem is serious and that you cannot afford to pay for help. This might apply if:

You require family mediation
You’re at risk of homelessness
You’re at risk of abuse or harm, such as domestic violence
You’ve been accused of a crime

Legal aid cannot be used for personal injury claims in England or Wales.

How can First4Lawyers help me?

If you'd like to find out more about how we could help you make a No Win No Fee claim, get in touch with our knowledgeable team for a free initial chat.

To speak to us today, call the number at the top of the screen or start your claim online with our quick and simple form.

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What percentage do No Win No Fee solicitors take?

Our No Win No Fee solicitors will take a success fee from the compensation you are awarded for a successful claim in the form of a percentage of your damages. This could be up to 25% but it won't be more than that, except in cases of road traffic accidents. Changing laws mean our solicitors will now take a payment of 35% of the final compensation amount plus VAT for all road traffic accidents.

What happens if I lose my No Win No Fee claim?

If you lose your claim, you won’t be awarded any compensation. But you won’t have to pay your solicitor’s legal fee, which means there is no financial risk to you.

If you win, you will be awarded compensation for your injury or illness. Your solicitor will take a success fee from the final amount.

How does No Win No Fee work in Scotland?

In Scotland, the rules around No Win No Fee differ to those in England and Wales. You can still make a No Win No Fee claim for personal injuries, such as accidents at work, road traffic accidents, slips or falls and industrial disease.

But medical negligence is not covered by No Win No Fee. You are still able to make a medical negligence claim for compensation, but your lawyer won’t offer No Win No Fee to do so.

For more information on how No Win No Fee works in Scotland, feel free to give us a call or visit our No Win No Fee Scotland page.

How does No Win No Fee work in Northern Ireland?

No Win No Fee is not applicable in Northern Ireland. You can still make compensation claims, but you won’t be able to do so on a No Win No Fee basis.

How can I find a No Win No Fee solicitor near me?

To be matched to a No Win No Fee solicitor, just get in touch with the friendly team at First4Lawyers. We’ll discuss your situation for free and with no obligation to proceed.

If you have a claim, we’ll introduce you to one of our specialist lawyers, who will take over the management of your case.

Is there a catch to No Win No Fee?

No. There is no catch to No Win No Fee. These agreements were introduced to ensure that everyone can get the justice and compensation they are legally entitled to.

If your claim is successful, you will pay your solicitor a success fee. If you are not successful, you don’t pay your lawyer. It’s that simple.

Your lawyer will make sure you know all the details and potential fees for making a No Win No Fee claim so there will be no surprise costs. You’ll have all the details before you decide to go ahead.

How likely am I to win my No Win No Fee claim?

The success of your claim depends on your specific circumstances. To find out whether you have a claim, just get in touch. Our claims advisors will discuss the details of your case with you and assess how likely you are to succeed.

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