Approached by Someone to Settle my Compensation Claim

What should I do if I have been approached by someone offering cash to settle my whiplash compensation claim?

You should always be wary of anyone offering to settle your claim immediately, since it is likely that the amount they are offering you is going to be much less than that you would typically expect to receive by using a solicitor to make your claim. We realise that it can appear a very attractive offer when someone offers you a cash sum. However these offers are rarely as good as they first appear.

The practice of buying off accident victims by insurance companies is widespread, and in doing so it denies you the right to seek their own independent legal advice. There are many other areas of life where you would take legal advice, and if you have been injured in an accident this should be no different.

Whiplash Compensation Questions Answered

• What am I able to claim for in my whiplash compensation claim?
• How much whiplash compensation could I receive?
• How long does a whiplash claim take?
• Accident caused by a friend or family member, can I still claim?
• What should I do If I have been approached by someone offering cash to settle my whiplash compensation claim?
• Do I need any money to make a whiplash compensation claim?
• Do I need to go and visit my solicitor?
• Will I have lots of paperwork to deal with?
• What will be expected of me?
• What does the whiplash compensation claim process involve?
• Why use us?
• Why don't I have to pay any costs?
• What should I do next?