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Whiplash Solicitors — Scotland

Whiplash is a painful injury to your neck caused by a sudden jolt to the head. Symptoms can last weeks or even years, affecting your ability to work and enjoy daily life. At Watermans, our whiplash solicitors can help you claim compensation for your injuries.

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Speedy Referral

“Car was fixed in a timely manner to a high standard, all without the hassle of dealing with an insurance company. Another plus was the speedy referral to a local private physio for treatment and rehabilitation of whiplash injuries.”

K Whyte, Personal Injury Claim

The Short of It

  • Whiplash symptoms

    can include stiffness, headaches, and pain in the shoulders and arms.

  • Whiplash is often caused by accidents on the road,

    but any sudden impact can cause injury.

  • We can provide a replacement vehicle

    and even arrange for physiotherapy if required.

  • Everything we do at Watermans

    is about getting you the resolution you need and providing straightforward legal advice. It should be that simple.

    • The Long of It

    Whiplash Injuries

    Whiplash injury claims

    Whiplash injuries are some of the most common road traffic accident injuries. These injuries are often perceived as minor but can have serious and long-lasting effects.

    But what is whiplash? Whiplash describes the movement of the neck when a sudden jolt stretches ligaments and muscles far beyond their limits.

    Common symptoms of whiplash can include:

    • Neck and shoulder pain or stiffness
    • Low back pain
    • Headaches and dizziness
    • Pain, numbness or tingling in your arm or hands
    • Blurred vision, ringing in your ears, or difficulty concentrating
    • Irritability, fatigue and sleeplessness

    Making a Whiplash Compensation Claim

    How do I make a whiplash compensation claim?

    At Watermans, our legal team understands how painful whiplash injuries can be and how the symptoms can interfere with your daily life.

    Our whiplash claims process is straightforward.

    • Initial contact: Speak to us about your accident. Our whiplash solicitors will explain your rights and legal options clearly.
    • Gathering evidence: We will gather the evidence necessary to support your whiplash injury claim. This includes medical reports, your medical costs, and other supporting documents.
    • Claim submission:  All information will be presented to the at-fault party’s insurance company to support your whiplash claim.
    • Comprehensive support: Beyond your claim, we can arrange physiotherapy or rehabilitation and a replacement vehicle if required.

    How Much Compensation?

    How much compensation can I claim for whiplash injuries?

    The amount of compensation you can get for a whiplash claim in Scotland depends on:

    • Severity of pain: More serious symptoms often result in higher compensation.
    • Duration of suffering: Long-lasting injuries are compensated more than short-term pain.
    • Impact on your daily life: Difficulty working, caring for family or enjoying hobbies increases claim value.
    • Financial costs: Medical expenses, rehabilitation and lost wages are all factored in.

    The compensation amounts can range from very minor whiplash injury claims to claims for very severe whiplash injuries at £7,500.

    Why Watermans? 

    Why should I choose Watermans to pursue my claim for whiplash?

    At Watermans, we simplify legal services so people can move forward in life. Our expertise in national accident law means we are in the best position to handle your whiplash claim.

    We also provide access to a range of additional services, such as physiotherapy and psychological treatment, to ensure a speedy recovery.

    Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Scotland

    Our expertise covers a wide range of areas, including:

    We represent thousands of clients throughout Scotland each year, securing millions of pounds in compensation for our clients. Our whiplash claim solicitors work on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means that if your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t end up with out-of-pocket expenses.

    Whiplash Compensation Claims - FAQs

    You are required to have either raised a court action or settled your whiplash compensation claim within three years of the accident. There are some exceptions to this rule, so we advise speaking to a whiplash injury solicitor at Watermans as soon as possible after your accident.

    After claiming for whiplash, your whiplash injury compensation payout will depend on the at-fault party’s insurance. We will keep you updated every step of the way.

    If͏͏ you͏͏ are͏͏ over͏͏ 16͏͏ years͏͏ old͏͏ in͏͏ Scotland,͏͏ you͏͏ have͏͏ the͏͏ legal͏͏ capacity͏͏ to͏͏ make͏͏ a͏͏ personal injury claim directly.͏͏ However, if you are under 16, a parent or guardian will act as a “litigation friend” and claim on your behalf.

    Trust Watermans expert whiplash solicitors to help you secure maximum compensation. Fill out our enquiry form today.

    Get in touch with us

    Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need and making that process straightforward. Start the process by sending us your details below or calling us on 0131 555 7055

    Our personal injury claims expert

    “Making a claim for compensation can be such a daunting process for people, so I try to make it as straightforward and easy to understand as I can for them.”

    Susanne McGraw, Head of Personal Injury

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