Personal injury solicitors in Manchester

Why choose our personal injury solicitors in Manchester?

Choosing the right solicitor can make the process feel much clearer and less stressful.

Our Manchester team supports people who’ve been injured through no fault of their own, including after:

• Road traffic accidents
• Accidents at work
• Medical negligence
• Public place accidents

As a Manchester-based firm, Express Solicitors understands the local area and the types of claims people commonly need help with across the city and surrounding towns. Our team can help you:

• Understand whether you have a valid personal injury claim
• Find out whether your claim can be handled on a no win, no fee basis
• Gather the right evidence
• Deal with insurers or other parties
• Understand how the claims process works
• Claim for injury, lost earnings and other financial losses where applicable

Whether you’re searching for a personal injury solicitor in Manchester or just want clear advice, the most important thing is finding someone who explains things simply and keeps you informed.

Supporting clients across Manchester and Greater Manchester

We support clients across Manchester city centre, South Manchester, Wythenshawe, Salford, Stockport, Trafford, Bolton and the wider Greater Manchester area.

You don’t always need to visit an office to start a claim. Many claims can begin by phone or online, with documents shared securely.

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No win, no fee personal injury claims explained

People search for no win, no fee solicitors in Manchester because they’re worried about the cost of legal advice.

However, a no win, no fee agreement means your solicitor agrees not to charge you upfront legal fees. If your claim is unsuccessful, you usually won’t pay your solicitor’s legal fees.

If your claim succeeds, your solicitor will receive a success fee from your compensation. This will be explained clearly before you agree to proceed. Our no win, no fee solicitor in Manchester will explain:

• What costs could apply
• What happens if the claim does not succeed
• What success fee might be deducted from compensation
• Whether insurance is needed to protect against certain costs
• How updates and decisions will be handled

No win, no fee can make legal support more accessible, but it should never feel unclear. You should understand the agreement before signing anything.

What percentage do solicitors take?

The success fee depends on your agreement and the type of claim.

Your solicitor should explain this from the start, including what percentage may be deducted if your claim is successful.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Everything should be explained in a way that’s easy to understand before you agree to anything.

What types of personal injury claims can you make in Manchester?

Our team of injury solicitors in Manchester can support a wide range of claims. Each case is different, but the most basic thing we look for is if you were injured because someone else failed in their duty of care.

A duty of care means another person, business, employer or organisation has a legal responsibility to take reasonable steps to keep you safe.

Car accident claims

Our car accident solicitors in Manchester can help if you’ve been injured in a road traffic accident involving:

• Drivers
• Passengers
• Pedestrians
• Cyclists
• Motorcyclists
• Public transport users

A claim can cover injury, treatment, loss of earnings, care needs and other financial losses where supported by evidence.

Accident at work claims

If you were injured at work, you might be able to claim if your employer failed to take reasonable steps to protect your health and safety.

Our accident at work solicitors in Manchester can help with claims involving:

• Falls from height
• Manual handling injuries
• Defective equipment
• Warehouse accidents
• Construction site injuries
• Office and workplace accidents

Our solicitors in Manchester can explain whether your employer could be legally responsible and what evidence is needed. And with our placement in Whythenshaw, we deal with many accident at work claims in South Manchester and further afield.

Medical and clinical negligence claims

Medical negligence happens when care falls below a reasonable standard and causes avoidable harm. Clinical negligence is another term often used for the same type of claim.

Our medical negligence solicitors in Manchester can help with claims involving:

• Misdiagnosis
• Delayed diagnosis
• Surgical errors
• Medication mistakes
• Birth injury
• Poor treatment or aftercare

Medical negligence claims can be complex, so it’s important to speak to a specialist solicitor who understands both the legal and medical issues involved.

Slip, trip and public liability claims

You might be able to claim if you were injured in a public place, shop, restaurant, pavement, car park or other premises because reasonable safety steps were not taken.

These claims often depend on evidence like photos, incident reports, CCTV and witness details.

Criminal injury claims

While many opt for the CICA scheme to pursue a criminal injury claim, you can still receive criminal injury compensation in Manchester and beyond with the help of our experts.

Manchester personal injury claims specialists

Express Solicitors has an office in Wythenshawe, making South Manchester an important part of our local service. We offer a wide range of claim options for this area and beyond:

Criminal injury compensation is different from a standard personal injury claim. It involves making an application to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA), a government scheme for people injured as a result of violent crime.

Accidents abroad and holiday illness claims can also involve different rules, depending on where the accident happened and how the holiday was booked. Our holiday illness claims solicitors in South Manchester can explain what applies to your situation.

Can you make a personal injury claim?

You might be able to make a personal injury claim if:

• Someone owed you a duty of care
• They failed to meet that duty
• You were injured as a result
• The claim is brought within the relevant time limit

You might still be able to claim if you were partly at fault. This is known as contributory negligence. It means responsibility may be shared, and compensation may be reduced to reflect that.

What evidence do you need?

Helpful evidence can include:

• Medical records
• Photos of the accident scene
• Photos of your injuries
• Witness names and contact details
• Accident book entries
• Police reports
• CCTV details
• Receipts, payslips and proof of financial losses

Don’t worry if you don’t have everything. Our solicitors can explain what evidence could be needed and help you gather it.

How much compensation could you receive?

The amount of compensation you could receive depends on your injury, recovery time and financial losses. Compensation is usually made up of:

• General damages, for pain, suffering and loss of amenity
• Special damages, for financial losses such as lost earnings, treatment costs, travel expenses and care needs

No solicitor should promise a fixed amount before reviewing the evidence. A realistic estimate usually depends on medical evidence and the impact the injury has had on your life.

How the personal injury claims process works

The process should feel clear from the start. In most cases, it follows these steps:

1. You speak to a solicitor about what happened
2. They assess whether you may have a claim
3. A no win, no fee agreement is discussed where appropriate
4. Evidence is gathered
5. Medical evidence is obtained
6. The other side responds
7. Settlement is negotiated
8. Court proceedings are considered if needed

Most personal injury claims settle without a final court hearing, but your solicitor will explain this if court action becomes necessary.

How long does a claim take?

The timescale depends on the type of claim, the seriousness of the injury and whether the other side accepts responsibility.

A straightforward claim might settle more quickly. A serious injury, medical negligence or disputed liability claim can take longer because more evidence is needed.

How to choose the best personal injury solicitor in Manchester

When choosing between the best personal injury solicitors Manchester, look for:

• Specialist personal injury experience
• Clear no win, no fee information
• Strong client communication
• Local Manchester presence
• Experience with your type of claim
• Transparent costs
• Clear next steps

If you’re ready to speak to a solicitor, Express Solicitors can help you understand whether you have a claim and what happens next.

Our personal injury solicitors in Manchester can support you with a wide range of claims, from workplace accidents and road traffic accidents to medical negligence and criminal injury compensation.

Start your personal injury claim in Manchester today

If you’ve been injured in Manchester, getting the right legal advice early can help you protect your position and understand your options.

Our Manchester-based team can explain your claim clearly, discuss no win, no fee funding where available and guide you through each stage with confidence.

Start your claim today with a free, no-obligation consultation.