Meet Amanda

Amanda Evans is our personal injury claims expert

Very helpful, polite, kept me updated throughout my case and took very good care of me.

Amanda Evans, personal injury executive at Winston Solicitors in Leeds

Personal injury claims

Winston Solicitors offer legal advice for personal injury claims following road traffic accidents, accidents at work and trips or slips in a public place.

Wherever you are in England or Wales, our experienced and expert team of personal injury specialists can assist you with your case. We offer:

‘No win, no fee’.
Specialist expertise.
Support from our full legal team.
A first class, personal service by the same file handler throughout.

How are personal injury claims valued?

UK personal injury claims are valued in two parts: general damages and special damages.

General damages

This aspect of your claim is the compensation you receive for the personal injury itself. Every claim is different and each case will be judged on its own merits. These factors include:

The type of injury and how serious it is.
Your age, occupation and how the injury has impacted your ability to do that job.
Your leisure activities.
Your domestic responsibilities.

It may be that you can still work, but the injury has impacted your job security. Compensation awards of this kind are known as 'handicap on the open labour market'.

In order to succeed with this type of claim you will need to show that if you lose your job then you will have more difficulty getting another as a result of your injury.

Talk to our personal injury claims team by calling 0113 320 5000

Special damages

This is compensation for the financial impact of the injury. This includes:

Actual loss of earnings. This is calculated by the average of your wages over the 13 weeks prior to your accident.
Future loss of earnings. If you need to leave your job, you can claim for the money you would have earned had the accident not occurred.
Compensation for costs for care and domestic services. If you now need to ask friends or family to do domestic tasks for you such as decorating, gardening or maintenance, you can claim for the time they incur.
Other financial losses. These might include travel costs to see your GP or trips to the hospital, or even replacing clothing damaged in the accident.

Making CRU repayments

If the state has already supported you financially as a result of your inability to work, you will need to pay some of this back once your personal injury claim is settled.

This is repaid to the Compensation Recovery Unit, part of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This is to ensure that you are not receiving more money than you would normally earn by receiving compensation.

Call our experienced personal injury team here in Leeds on 0113 320 5000 for an informal discussion of your case or email @email

You do not have to make a claim directly to the responsible party. We will take instructions from you as to the circumstances of the accident and the extent of your injuries. We will then submit your claim to the insurers on your behalf setting out your claim.

You generally have three years from the date of the accident to start a claim. However, exceptions can apply, so contact us for tailored advice.

The length of time varies depending on the complexity of the case. Simple cases can be resolved within 6-12 months, while more serious claims may take longer.

The value of your claim will be based on the medical evidence. No claim is settled without your specific authority to do so. This ensures that you keep absolute control of your claim. Compensation is generally divided into two parts:

General Damages

These are damages for pain and suffering including the loss of the ability to do certain tasks, hobbies etc. This award compensates you for the suffering you have encountered usually in its physical form e.g. whiplash, broken leg, strained muscles etc. However, it is also possible to be compensated for psychological distress and conditions such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Special Damages

You will also receive compensation for specific quantifiable losses attributable to the accident. These include loss of earnings, car hire expenses, care and services, extra expenses (e.g. travel costs incurred going to doctors, hospitals, etc,) damaged clothing, and prescription charges. All we ask is that you keep a note of any expenses, and preferably receipts so that when we eventually calculate your claim for special damages, we will be able to include all relevant items.

If the injuries were the result of a criminal attack then you might be able to claim from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). We have devised a CICA calculator to give victims an idea as to how much compensation they could be entitled to.

If we do not win your case then we do not have any right to recover our fees from you. If we do win your case the insurers pay a fixed contribution towards the legal costs. You will also make a payment to us out of your compensation.

Client feedback

I had an accident which was not my fault and it resulted in a serious injury. I was considering putting in a claims but was not sure about next steps. I started looking at several solicitor websites conducting my own research. I came across Winston Solicitors so I called the office and was put through to a solictor who listened and we went through the incident while I answered their questions. I was not sure in the first instance if I had a case but after our discussion, the solicitors assured me there was a case and began gathering informaiton on my case. We worked together gathering all the necessary information they needed. Furthermore, following my accident it transpired I needed a second operation for the same injury and Winston Solicitors walked with me through the whole journey which took 2 years - finally we came to a successful conclusion. I found the solicitor working on my case very gentle, undertsanding, reassuring and patient with me, explainig everything so all 'next steps' were clear, making the whole process easy and comfortable. I am extremely happy with the conclusion and I would highly recommend this group of solicitors to family and friends.

Nancy

I have had outstanding service from Amanda who dealt with my claim. Amanda is brilliant and has been vey supportive throughout the process. She has been professional and kept me updated every step of the way. I have alwas been able to contact her when I have needed to. I would not hesitate to recommend her and team.

Angeline

Excellent advice and professional service received from Amanda Evans at Winston Solicitors. I needed help with a personal injury claim following a dog bite and was delighted with the successful outcome. Regular communications ensured I was always kept up to date with progress, together with management of expectations.

James

I could honestly not recommend Amanda Evans enough for all the hard work and perseverance she has put towards my case. She and the company and incredibly professional and will do their absolute best to guide and provide you with the outcome you deserve. Amanda was in touch whenever needed and was constantly updating me regarding my case which made things so easy on my side. Thank you so much for all of your hard work Amanda, I am extremely grateful. Jessica Booth

Jessica

I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Winston Solicitors. From the moment I reached out to them, their team has been nothing short of exceptional. The customer service is top-notch – everyone I spoke to was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely interested in helping me with my needs. They went above and beyond to explain all my options clearly, ensuring I fully understood the policy details and benefits.When I had to file a claim, the process was seamless and efficient. They handled everything professionally and with a personal touch that made me feel valued as a customer. Their prompt response and constant communication kept me informed every step of the way. I am genuinely grateful for their support and assistance during a stressful time.It's rare to find a company that combines professionalism with a caring attitude, but Winston Solicitors does just that. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and compassionate insurance services. Thank you, Winston Solicitors, for your outstanding service!I would like to personally thank Amanda Evans and the other people that helped me with my claim, thank you all.Ergun

Ergun

I can’t fault Winton solicitors, they have been amazing in every aspect dealing with my case.In particular Amanda Evens who has overseen my case and whom I had all communication with.Would highly recommend.

Sharlene

My no win no fee experience with Amanda Evans has been very professional but also with great empathy and patience with my few ‘rants’ of my impatience at the final settlement taking 2.5 years due to the other sides ‘gaming’ tactics. I would highly reccomend Amanda

Frances

Efficient, professional and polite service from start to end. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this firm. Amanda who dealt with my PI case made the whole process easy to understand, kept me informed and was a pleasure to deal with.

Tracy