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Personal Injury Solicitors

If you have been seriously injured through no fault of your own, you deserve specialist legal support from a team that understands both the legal and human impact of what has happened to you.

At Ashtons Legal, our personal injury solicitors act for people who have suffered life-changing injuries, combining expert claims handling with in-house rehabilitation support to help you rebuild your life as well as secure the compensation you are owed.

We understand that no amount of money can undo a serious injury. What compensation can do is give you financial security, access to the right care, and the freedom to focus on your recovery. Our team handles serious and complex catastrophic injury claims across a wide range of circumstances, from road traffic accidents and workplace incidents to spinal injuries, amputations, and fatal accidents. We work on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis, so you can pursue your claim without financial risk.

Ranked Tier 1 by The Legal 500 and Band 1 by Chambers and Partners in East Anglia, Ashtons Legal is one of the most highly regarded personal injury practices in the region. We are accredited by the Law Society and are proud members of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).

Contact our personal injury solicitors

You can speak to our team in Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge, Ipswich, Norwich or Leeds. We offer home and hospital visits for clients who are unable to travel, and virtual consultations are available nationwide. Complete our personal injury enquiry form to get started.

Types of personal injury claims we handle

We act in serious personal injury claims across a broad range of circumstances. Each case is handled by a specialist solicitor with direct experience in that area.

Why choose Ashtons Legal for your personal injury claim?

As a firm, Ashtons Legal holds a Tier 1 ranking in The Legal 500 and a Band 1 ranking from Chambers and Partners.

Our approach goes beyond litigation. We are signatories to the Serious Injury Guide and the Rehabilitation Code, and we hold memberships with the Spinal Injuries Association, the Brain Injury Group, Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), and the Motor Accident Solicitors Society (MASS).

Our team includes in-house rehabilitation coordinators and welfare advisors who work alongside your solicitor from day one, so your care and financial recovery progress together. We also draw on the wider firm, including our Court of Protection, Wills and trusts, employment, and family teams, if your injury has broader consequences that need addressing.

Read our independent reviews to hear directly from past clients.

‘No win, no fee’ personal injury claims

We handle almost all personal injury claims under a conditional fee agreement (CFA), commonly known as ‘no win, no fee’. This means you pay nothing upfront and nothing at all if your claim is unsuccessful because you cannot prove the defendant was at fault.

If your claim succeeds:

  • The defendant pays the majority of your legal costs
  • A success fee, capped by law, is deducted from your compensation
  • After-the-event (ATE) insurance, which we arrange on your behalf, covers any shortfall in in your disbursements (e.g., expert fees)

We explain exactly how the fee arrangement works before you commit to anything. There will be no surprises and no hidden charges.

The personal injury claims process

Finding out if you are owed personal injury compensation

We begin with a free, no-obligation consultation to assess whether you have a valid claim, covering how the accident happened, who was responsible, and the injuries and losses you have suffered.

Accessing the right care and support for your needs

Our in-house rehabilitation team carries out an early needs assessment and identifies the therapies, care, and equipment to support your recovery. You do not need to wait for your claim to settle before getting help. Learn more about our client rehabilitation service.

Working out how much personal injury compensation you can claim

Compensation, known as damages, covers ‘general damages’ for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity, and ‘special damages’ for financial losses, including lost earnings, care costs, and future needs. We instruct experts who are specialists in their fields to ensure every aspect of your loss is considered to enable a proper valuation.

Securing interim payments for personal injury claims

An interim payment is an advance payment of compensation made before the claim settles, helping to make up for lost earnings and enabling you to access care and equipment without waiting for a final resolution. We pursue interim payments right from the start.

Negotiating an out-of-court settlement

Once liability (who is legally at fault) is established, we negotiate robustly to reach a settlement that fully reflects the extent of your injuries and losses. The vast majority of personal injury claims settle without the need for a court hearing.

Navigating court proceedings

If the defendant disputes liability or fails to make a fair offer, we issue court proceedings and fight your case at trial. Our litigators are experienced in fighting complex, high-value cases at trial.

Managing your personal injury compensation

For clients who receive substantial settlements, we connect you with our Court of Protection (and other) specialists to help plan and protect you and your compensation for the long term.

How long does a personal injury claim take?

The timescale depends on the severity of your injury, whether liability is admitted, and how long it takes for your condition to stabilise sufficiently for a final prognosis. Straightforward claims may resolve in 12 to 18 months; complex catastrophic injury cases often take longer. We seek interim payments early so that financial pressure does not build while your claim progresses.

Our personal injury solicitors

Our team is led by Richard Foyster, Head of Personal Injury, and Michael Wangermann, Head of Injury Services, both accredited specialists recognised in Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500. They are supported by experienced solicitors and legal executives holding APIL Senior Litigator and Fellowship accreditations and Law Society Personal Injury Panel membership.

We are based across offices in East Anglia and Yorkshire and regularly accept serious cases from across England and Wales. For clients who cannot travel, home and hospital visits are available as standard. We are also able to offer virtual consultations.

Frequently asked questions

Read our full personal injury FAQs for more detailed answers on several other issues.

How much compensation will I receive for my personal injury claim?

Compensation varies considerably depending on the severity of your injuries, your financial losses, and your ongoing care needs. Awards in serious cases we have handled have ranged from tens of thousands of pounds to over £4 million, and we give you a realistic assessment of likely value from the outset.

How long do I have to make a personal injury claim?

You generally have three years from the date of your accident, or from the date you first became aware your injury was caused by someone else’s negligence, to start a claim. Exceptions apply. For example, for children (time runs from their 18th birthday) and for those who lack mental capacity, or where the accident happened abroad different times apply. It is important that advice is taken as soon as possible following the injury to avoid missing important deadlines.

Can I make a personal injury claim if the accident was partially my fault?

Yes. Under the legal principle of ‘contributory negligence’, your compensation may be reduced to reflect your share of responsibility, but your claim can still succeed. We assess the circumstances carefully and advise you clearly on how your own fault might affect your award.

What evidence do I need for a personal injury claim?

The evidence we typically need includes:

  • Medical records and expert medical reports
  • Witness statements
  • Photographs of the scene and your injuries
  • Financial records documenting loss of earnings and expenses
  • Accident or incident reports

You do not need to have everything in place before you contact us; we guide you through gathering evidence at every stage.

Will I have to go to court for my personal injury claim?

Most personal injury claims settle out of court through negotiation. Court proceedings are only necessary in a minority of cases, usually where liability is disputed or a fair settlement cannot be reached. If that happens, our team has the litigation skill and experience to fight to achieve the best outcome for you.

What is an interim payment and can I get one?

An interim payment is an advance on your final compensation, designed to fund immediate care, lost earnings, rehabilitation, or living costs before your claim settles. We apply for interim payments at the earliest opportunity.

Do you offer home visits for seriously injured clients?

Yes. We routinely visit clients at home or in hospital when they cannot travel to one of our offices. Virtual consultations are available for clients anywhere in England and Wales.

Contact our personal injury solicitors

If you or a family member has been seriously injured, please get in touch with our team today. You can reach us in Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge, Ipswich, Norwich or Leeds. We offer home and hospital visits for clients who are unable to travel, and virtual consultations are available nationwide. Complete our personal injury enquiry form to get started.


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