Has your child been injured in an accident?
Accidents are the biggest killer of children and young people in the UK and cause thousands of serious injuries to them every year, from road traffic accidents to playground falls.
The specialist personal injury solicitors at Bolt Burdon Kemp recognise that often the injuries sustained by children have life-long implications which may not always be obvious at the outset. Once a compensation claim is settled, it is not generally possible to open it up again should complications arise in the future. Therefore it is important that children’s personal injury claims and the implications on their life are fully investigated to ensure that they are fully compensated for their personal injury. This could involve instructing a variety of experts including educational psychologists to report on the impact of any missed schooling and occupational therapists to advise on the need for aids or equipment to make life as easy as possible for a seriously injured child. At times, this may also mean delaying final negotiations to conclude the compensation claim until the child stops growing, although personal injury interim payments may be secured early to meet immediate needs.
In the eyes of the law, a person is considered to be a minor until he or she reaches the age of 18. In order to protect children who have suffered personal injures and bring claims for compensation, the law provides special rules and procedures.
It is therefore important to instruct a specialist solicitor who deals with compensation claims involving children. At Bolt Burdon Kemp, our personal injury solicitors are experienced in providing clear and accurate advice and support, whilst also obtaining maximum compensation.
For free advice, contact Bolt Burdon Kemp’s expert personal injury solicitors and let us assess your claim online.
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