Many people reach out to injury solicitors in Liverpool for the simple reason that they want to know if they actually have a case. That is exactly what a free injury consultation is for. There is no obligation and no expectation that you already know how personal injury claims work. This consultation only gives you a chance to chat and get some honest advice about your options.
Knowing the types of questions that may come up during that first conversation makes the process feel much less intimidating. So, below are some of the questions you may be asked in a free injury consultation.
Where and how did the injury happen?
A solicitor will want to know where and how your injury happened early in the conversation. They ask this to establish what type of claim you may have.
The solicitor may ask when the accident happened and what you were doing at the time. They may also ask about the conditions at the scene, like poor lighting, wet floors, faulty equipment or a lack of safety measures. You should also mention if anyone witnessed the accident.
Was someone else responsible?
Your personal injury claim needs some level of fault on the part of another party to succeed. This could be a facility failing to provide a safe environment for its workers or a driver who caused an accident because they were not paying attention to the road.
But responsibility is not always very straightforward. Solicitors deal with many cases where multiple parties share fault or where responsibility is not immediately obvious. The solicitor will explain how liability is established during your free consultation, so you know where you stand.
What evidence do you have?
The solicitor may also ask about any evidence you already have. The evidence could include medical records, photographs of the accident scene or your injuries, accident book entries or details of whether you reported the incident to your employer or the police. Your solicitor can explain what evidence may be useful to gather next and how you can obtain it.
How has the injury affected you?
The conversation will focus mainly on how the injury has affected your day-to-day life. The solicitor will want to know the pain or symptoms you are dealing with and how the injury has changed your routine or independence.
You could talk about time off work, lost income, ongoing medical appointments or basic tasks you now struggle with. You can also mention any help you have needed from family or friends. When you are open about these impacts, the solicitor can build a realistic picture of your situation. They can then calculate the potential value of your claim more accurately.
Talk to Stallard Solicitors to take the next step
If you want to know whether you have a personal injury claim, a free consultation is a good place to start. Contact Stallard Solicitors today and their team will get back in touch as soon as possible to discuss your situation.
