Injury claim lawyers in GlasgowWe keep your claim moving.
Personal injury, industrial hearing loss and military claims across Scotland. A free first review, a straight answer on whether you have a case, and regular updates until it is settled.
- Cost to start
- Nothing. Initial review is free
- Funding
- No win, no fee available
- Time limit
- Usually 3 years. Act early
What we do
Three areas of law, handled in depth
We don't try to cover everything. We concentrate on injury and compensation claims under Scots law.
Personal injury
Hurt in an accident that was not your fault: at work, on the road or in a public place. We deal with the insurer so you can concentrate on getting better.
- Accidents at work
- Road traffic accidents
- Slips and trips
Industrial hearing loss
Years in shipyards, factories, engineering or offshore can leave lasting damage. We trace former employers and their insurers, even if the company closed decades ago.
- Noise-induced hearing loss
- Tinnitus
- Former employers traced
Military claims
For serving personnel and veterans injured in service. We advise on the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and on negligence claims against the MOD.
- Military hearing loss
- Non-freezing cold injury
- Training injuries
How a claim works
From first call to settlement
What usually happens, and roughly when. Every claim is different, but you should always know which stage you are at.
First week
Free first review
You talk your situation through with us. We tell you honestly whether you have a claim under Scots law, and what it would involve. No cost and no obligation.
Months 1–3
Evidence and medical report
We arrange an independent medical or audiology assessment near you, and gather what we need to show what your injury has cost you: lost earnings, travel, care.
Months 3–6
Negotiation with the insurer
We present the claim to the other side under the Compulsory Pre-Action Protocol. Most claims settle at this stage, without anyone going to court.
Settlement
Agreed and paid
When a fair offer is made, you decide whether to accept. If the insurer will not be reasonable, we can raise court proceedings on your behalf.
On timescales: a straightforward injury claim may settle in 4 to 9 months. Industrial disease and military claims often take longer, because historical employment records and specialist reports take time to obtain.
Check if you can claim
Three questions. About a minute.
This is a first sense-check, not legal advice. If it looks like you may have a claim, leave your details and a lawyer will look at it properly, free of charge.
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Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
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It looks like we should talk
From your answers, your claim may fall under Scots law and within the time limits. Leave your details and a lawyer will review it with you, free and without obligation.
What a claim may be worth
Indicative compensation ranges
In Scotland, compensation has two parts: solatium for pain, suffering and loss of amenity, and patrimonial loss for the money the injury has cost you. The ranges below are for solatium only.
| Injury or condition | Typical circumstances | Solatium range* |
|---|---|---|
| Severe or total industrial deafnessWith intrusive tinnitus in both ears | Long-term exposure in fabrication, shipyards, offshore or forging, without adequate protection. | £33,880 – £131,370 |
| Moderate hearing loss with mild tinnitusLoss in the speech frequencies | Several years of noise in factories, textiles, timber processing or engineering workshops. | £14,900 – £31,210 |
| Non-freezing cold injury (military)Nerve damage to hands or feet | Winter exercises in wet, cold conditions with inadequate boots or gloves. | £15,300 – £68,400+ |
| Serious back injuryDisc injury, possibly needing surgery | Heavy lifting without training or equipment, or a fall from height. | £38,780 – £128,000+ |
| Moderate fractureLeg, ankle, wrist or arm | Road accidents, machinery accidents, falls on icy or broken pavements. | £7,410 – £28,820 |
* Ranges are a general guide only and every claim is assessed on its own facts. Your total settlement can also include past and future lost earnings, pension loss, treatment and hearing aids, care given by family under the Administration of Justice Act 1982, and other expenses. These often exceed the solatium figure.
Questions
Common questions
Plain answers to what people ask us most. If yours isn’t here, just call.
How does “no win, no fee” work in Scotland?
In Scotland it is done through a speculative fee agreement. You pay nothing to start, and if the claim does not succeed you do not pay our fees. If it succeeds, our fee is an agreed percentage of your compensation, capped by law for personal injury claims. We will explain the exact terms in writing before you agree to anything.
What is the time limit for a personal injury claim in Scotland?
Usually three years, under the Prescription and Limitation (Scotland) Act 1973. For an accident, the three years normally run from the date of the accident. For conditions like noise-induced hearing loss, they run from the date you knew, or reasonably should have known, that the condition was linked to your work. Courts can sometimes allow a claim after that, but it is never guaranteed, so it is best to get advice early.
Can I claim if my old employer no longer exists?
Often, yes. This is common in hearing loss claims involving shipyards, steelworks or engineering firms that closed long ago. We trace the employer’s liability insurer for the years you worked there, using the Employers’ Liability Tracing Office and company records. Compensation is paid by the insurer, not the closed company.
Will I have to go to court?
Probably not. Most claims settle through negotiation. Scottish rules require both sides to exchange evidence and try to settle before court proceedings are raised. If court does become necessary, we will explain what is involved and represent you.
What is the difference between an AFCS claim and a claim against the MOD?
The Armed Forces Compensation Scheme is a no-fault scheme run by Veterans UK, paying fixed tariff awards for injuries caused by service. A civil claim against the MOD is based on negligence, for example a failure to provide proper hearing protection or cold-weather kit. Civil claims can include full loss of earnings and pension, so they are often worth more. In many cases you can pursue both.
Why use a Scottish lawyer rather than an English firm?
Scotland has its own legal system, courts and procedures. An English firm generally cannot raise court proceedings in Scotland without instructing Scottish lawyers, which can add delay. We are based in Glasgow and work under Scots law every day.
Talk to us
Not sure if you have a claim? Ask. It costs nothing.
Tell us what happened and we will give you an honest view of your options under Scots law. There is no obligation to go any further.