Car Accident Claims

Expert Legal Support for Car Accident Claims

A car accident can have a big impact on your life. Aside from the pain of physical injury, there’s the psychological shock of being hurt suddenly and unexpectedly. There is also the effect on your home, family and personal life and the financial implications if your injury is serious and you are unable to work. This can cause greater strain if you have dependents you care for.

Injuries from car accidents can take time to heal and may result in permanent changes, serious health risks, or additional complications. While we can’t change what you’ve experienced, we can assist you in starting a no win no fee* car accident injury claim. If you’ve suffered due to someone else’s negligence, our car accident solicitors are here to help you seek the recovery, support and compensation you deserve.

If you think you may have grounds for a car accident claim, take legal advice first. After determining your injury or illness was at the fault of someone else, you should then make a compensation claim with a qualified car accident solicitor who will be with you throughout the entire process.

• Contact our personal injury claims team and have a confidential discussion about your injury or illness.
• We will listen to your story and advise you on the best solution based on your situation. We will let you know if you are eligible to make a personal injury claim.
• We will then explain your options and talk you through the next steps.

If you think you have a car accident injury claim and would like to speak to us, you can fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free assessment today.

Making a Car Accident Claim

Everyone is entitled to go about their everyday life in safety. Our car accident solicitors understand the emotional and psychological strain and stress an injury can cause, and therefore are empathetic and understanding with all their clients.

It is important you choose a specialist personal injury solicitor with a proven track record of handling complex accident and injury cases.

From the start of your claim, our car accident solicitors will guide and support you through the claims process with compassion and understanding. We offer a free consultation to discuss your personal injury story, and we will signpost you to the best possible support for you based on your situation.

If we take your case on, we will explain everything to you clearly, offer support, and help you find a suitable funding option for your claim. We will aim to provide straight forward advice that seeks to limit both legal and medical jargon, to ensure any stress and anxiety relating to the claim is kept to a minimum.

Our personal injury team will be with you every step of the way. We want to ensure that you are properly looked after so we focus on you and your recovery as well as your compensation claim.

Free Personal Injury Claim Assessment

Our personal injury team provides a free, confidential assessment to help you understand whether you may have a personal injury claim. During this initial review, a specialist considers your account, relevant paperwork, and how the situation has affected you. This assessment is not legal advice and does not involve opening a claim unless your case is suitable to proceed. You’ll receive a clear outcome, an explanation of what could happen next, and information about funding options, including No Win No Fee*.

If your case requires further investigation, we will explain the process, costs, and timescales before any further work begins.  We offer flexible appointments by phone, secure online meetings, or in person at our Sheffield, Barnsley, or Rotherham offices, ensuring expert legal support that fits around you.

Find out more Free Personal Injury Claim Assessment

How the Free Assessment Works

Step 1 – Check if you may have a personal injury claim. Contact our medical negligence team by completing our online form or calling 0114 2496 611. We will gather some initial information to understand your situation.

Step 2 – Share Your Information. You provide a summary of what happened and any relevant paperwork you already have. This helps us understand the background to your concerns.

Step 3 – Initial Review. A personal injury specialist will review the information against the compensation claim criteria.

Step 4 – Outcome Explained. We will let you know whether:

• We may be able to help and take the matter further, or
• We are unable to assist and should signpost you elsewhere If the case is suitable, we will explain the process, timescales, and funding options before any appointment or further work is arranged.

Can I Make a Car Accident Claim?

If you were hurt in a car accident that was someone else’s fault, you may be able to make a car accident compensation claim.

To better understand the claims process, here’s what you can expect if you choose to pursue a claim:

• The injury, illness or accident will need to have occurred in the last 3 years (exceptions may be made, for example in children’s claims).
• You will need to be honest, and you need to tell us when, where and how you suffered your injury.
• We will listen, be sympathetic and listen to your story, and we will offer advice when suitable.
• We will help you gather all information and evidence needed for your case.
• We will then work with you to prove that your injury or illness was caused by someone else’s actions.
• We will work hard to help you receive interim payments where possible.
• We will try our best to use dispute resolution methods to keep your claim out of court.
• We can help with rehabilitation, therapy, and specialist medical care to help you get back on your feet.
• We can help get compensation for damage to personal property, vehicles and out of pocket expenses.

There are other factors that can impact your car accident injury claim which can be discussed when you contact our personal injury team. Fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free assessment today.

What to do After a Car Accident

A car accident can be a frightening experience and it can be difficult to know what to do afterwards. Below are some suggested actions to do following a car accident:

Exchange contact details and collect evidence – You should collect as much evidence and information from the scene as you can, if you are able to do so. This should include the name of the parties involved in the accident, their contact information, the vehicle make and model of cars involved, and its registration plate number, as well as evidence from the accident itself. This could include photos of the accident and any damage caused, the location of any CCTV cameras, and the contact details of any witnesses.

Report the accident to the police – If you or anyone else has been hurt in an accident on the road, you should report the accident to the police within 24 hours of the collision.

Report the accident to your insurance provider – You must tell your insurance provider as soon as possible. A lot of insurance companies have a limit on the time you must report an accident, and most specify that you need to tell them about an accident within 24 hours.

Make a road traffic accident claim – A car accident solicitor can give you advice on the claims process and will talk you through the next steps you should take. We advise contacting a law firm as soon as possible after an accident.

Fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free assessment today.

Making a Car Accident Passenger Claim

Many people assume they cannot claim compensation if they were in the vehicle which caused the accident. This is not true.

If you’ve been injured as a passenger whilst traveling in any type of personal or public transport, you may be able to make a compensation claim. Passengers who are injured in a car accident have compensation rights and generally, they are not deemed liable for the cause of the incident.

If you’ve been involved as a passenger in an accident, it’s understandable that you might be apprehensive about making a claim against the driver of the car you were travelling in – especially if they were a member of your family or a friend. However, there is no need to feel awkward in this situation.

Any compensation claim made against a driver will be covered by their insurance policy and it is the provider who must pay for any damages.

No Win No Fee Injury Claim

We believe that everyone deserves access to justice, regardless of their financial circumstances. Our no win no fee agreement, also known as a conditional fee agreement (CFA), helps you take legal action. You don’t have to worry about upfront costs.*

In most cases, if accepted on a no win, no fee basis, you won’t pay a penny upfront for our legal services*. The basis of a CFA is that you will not be required to pay our legal fees if the compensation claim is unsuccessful. Meaning, you will not pay any fees to us unless we win your case for you*.

You can find more information on our no win no fee personal injury claim page. It includes a full list of terms and conditions.

*There are circumstances where you would be asked to pay any outstanding costs even if you don’t win your case.

You may need to pay for services from Howells Solicitors in certain situations. These include being dishonest, not giving your solicitor instructions, or rejecting an offer against their advice. Other examples are the death of the claimant, cancelling your claim, and moving without telling your solicitor.

In these cases, you might also have to cover the defendant’s costs. Client’s may be asked to pay disbursements up front or must stand to the cost of a medical report if a second opinion is obtained. In some instances, you may need to pay for medical reports or other third-party payments upfront. We would discuss this with you before making any decision.

Flexible Appointments

We understand that dealing with personal injury matters can be stressful, and finding time to attend in-person appointments isn’t always easy. That’s why we offer our full range of personal injury services remotely, offering a more efficient and convenient service. We can offer our personal injury legal support via telephone or secure remote online meetings.

This approach allows you to access expert legal advice from the comfort of your home, without the need to travel or rearrange your schedule. If your case requires a court hearing, many procedural matters are now handled remotely too, ensuring your legal journey is as smooth and accessible as possible.

Our remote services are designed to be just as personal and confidential as in-person consultations, with clear communication and full transparency every step of the way. Remote appointments are offered throughout the case, and most correspondence can be handled by email and Howells secure Client Portal.

Whether you’re dealing with sensitive personal injury matters or simply seeking guidance, we ensure a smooth, stress-free experience that puts your needs first. Whilst we appreciate that remote services offer convenience, they may not be suitable for everyone. If you do wish to meet us face to face, you can book an appointment at one of our offices in Sheffield, Barnsley or Rotherham.

Our Car Injury Solicitors

Our personal injury solicitors cover the entirety of England and Wales, and have physical offices in:

– Sheffield, Barnsley and Rotherham

– We also cover other areas of the UK, such as London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Leeds and Nottingham.

You can arrange appointments face to face, or we offer telephone or video call options available. If you can’t make it to our office, we could arrange for a member of the team to visit you at home. We can also arrange flexible appointments to fit around lunch breaks or work commitments.

Fill out an assessment form or call us on 0114 2496 611 to book your free appointment today.