UK Law: Specialists In Compensation Claims

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At UKLaw, we believe that expert legal help should be available to everyone, whenever they need it, whatever their financial circumstances. We put our core beliefs of honesty, integrity, and transparency at the core of everything we do, helping clients from all over the country when they need it most. Every year, we help countless people secure compensation payouts after they’ve been unjustly injured, and we can help you, too.

Learn More About Compensation Claims

Broken Hip at Work

Learn more about claiming for a broken hip at work with this guide.

Data Breach

Find out if you can get compensation for a data breach here.

CICA Payouts

This guide provides examples of CICA payouts following a successful criminal injury claim.

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)

Following an accident, you may be entitled to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). You can learn more on the Government Website.

Cyber Aware

Visit CyberAware from the National Cyber Security Centre for top tips on staying safe online.

When to Call 999

Find out when to call 999 with this guidance from the NHS.

What Types Of Claims Can UK Law Help With?

UK Law assesses a broad array of claims and works with solicitors with various specialities. Read on for a brief overview of the types of claims we can help you with.

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Personal Injury Claims Accident At Work Claims Road Traffic Accident Claims Data Breach Claims Criminal Injury Claims Medical Negligence Claims

Can UK Law Help Me Claim Compensation?

At UK Law we have years of experience in advising potential claimants and connecting them with the right legal representatives. While using a solicitor for your claim is not mandatory, you will definitely benefit from their knowledge and experience.

Working with a solicitor from our panel means receiving comprehensive support throughout the claims process, including gathering evidence and notifying the defendant of your intentions to make a claim. A solicitor will also interview any witnesses to the accident, negligent medical treatment, the aftermath of a data breach or a violent crime.

Claims have to comply with certain deadlines and instructions imposed by the Court, something the solicitors from our expert panel are well versed in. We’ll go into the specific type of No Win No Fee agreement they can offer further down. To ask any questions you might have, or to find out if you are eligible to claim compensation, contact our advisors today via the information given below.

We have helped many people claim compensation all across the UK

These are some of the people we helped with personal injury claims.

Jenny’s Story

Jenny suffered an accident in the street when she stepped upon a manhole cover. Little did she know that the manhole was defective, and her right leg fell right through.

Ben’s story

Ben’s injury was caused by an accident at work. It stopped him being able to get out of bed and left him unable to go to work. It meant he didn’t know where the money for his bills was going to come from.

Larissa’s story

While out shopping with her son, Larissa suffered a head injury caused by a shop sign falling and hitting her on the head. Left lying on the floor with a nasty wound, Larissa’s accident was witnessed by her young son, who thankfully was not injured.

Can I Make A Compensation Claim On A No Win No Fee Basis?

UK Law can put you in touch with our panel of highly experienced and dedicated No Win No Fee solicitors. If your potential claim is deemed valid, your solicitor may offer a Conditional Fee Agreement to start work on your claim.

The CFA is a type of No Win No Fee contract that features some notable benefits for claimants. Such as:

No fee to pay for the solicitor to commence work on your case.
There is likewise no fee to pay for that work during the actual claim.
Should the claim lose, you will not pay the solicitor a fee.

A fee will, however be paid if you win the claim. A percentage of your awarded compensation will be taken as the solicitor’s success fee. Since this percentage is legally capped by The Conditional Fee Agreements Order 2013, you will keep most of any compensation awarded to you.

We appreciate this a lot of information covering a broad range of claim types. You can browse any of the guides on our website for more detailed information. Our advisors are available 24 hours a day to handle any questions or concerns you may have, as well assess your eligibility to claim free of charge.

You can get in touch with us at any time using the following contact details:

Call us on 020 3870 4868.
Complete our “Contact Us” form.
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Is There A Difference In Laws Between Countries Of The UK?

The devolved powers within the UK mean claiming compensation can differ slightly depending on where you are. This section aims to give general information only, for detailed information on claiming within England and Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you should speak to one of our advisors.

We have summarised a few key points in each legal system below:

The Law In England and Wales

England and Wales share a legal system referred to as “English Law” and the majority of guides on the UK Law website are centred around this.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is Britain’s national regulator for health and safety and has jurisdiction in England, Scotland and Wales.
The Judicial College Guidelines (JCG) is a document published by the Judicial College that contains guideline award brackets for various injuries. These guidelines are averages taken from court cases in England and Wales.

Scottish Law

Scotland has a devolved government and, subsequently, legislative independence in many areas.
In Scotland, they have their compensation guidelines practitioners of Scottish Law can refer when valuing their client’s injuries.
While the HSE does have jurisdiction in Scotland, they report matters to the Health and Safety Investigation Unit of the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Services (COPFS), along with their recommendations for disciplinary action. The HSE also coordinate with various Scottish organisations that have varying degrees of independence from their English and Welsh Equivalents.

The Law In Northern Ireland

Like in Scotland, Northern Ireland has a devolved government, meaning many matters come under the Jurisdiction of Stormont and not Westminster.
The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) fulfils the same role as its Great British counterpart, while the Health and Safety at Work (Northern Ireland) Order 1978 fulfils a similar function to the 1974 Act in the English legal system.
Compensation guidelines come from the Guidelines for the Assessment of General Damages in Personal Injury Cases in Northern Ireland. This is often referred to as the Green Book.

There are many other differences and similarities we could discuss regarding the ins and outs of claiming compensation in different devolved jurisdictions. Before deciding to make a compensation claim, you should be advised on how laws in different parts of the UK could impact you.

The team at UK Law is available 24 hours a day to provide answers and further guidance and assess your eligibility to claim for free. Use the contact information given above to talk to us today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common law in the UK refers to legal principles developed through court decisions and judicial precedent, rather than being written in statutes. When a judge rules on a case, that decision can influence how future, similar cases are decided.

For example, if a higher court rules that an employer owes a certain duty of care to their employees, that becomes part of the common law duty of care across similar cases. Common law plays a vital role in areas such as negligence, contracts, and employment disputes, and continues to evolve over time through new rulings.

Statute law is law that has been formally written and passed by Parliament. These laws are also known as Acts of Parliament or legislation, and they override any existing common law if the two conflict.

Examples of important statute laws include:

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974
Data Protection Act 2018
Employment Rights Act 1996

When Parliament enacts a statute, individuals and organisations become legally bound to follow it, and courts must apply these laws when making judgments.

Tort law is a branch of civil law that deals with wrongful acts or omissions that cause harm or loss to another person. If someone breaches their legal duty and you suffer injury or damage as a result, you may have a claim in tort.

The most common type of tort is negligence, which underpins most personal injury and workplace accident claims. Other examples include:

Nuisance (e.g. noise complaints or pollution)
Defamation (e.g. damaging false statements)
Trespass (e.g. unlawful entry onto land)

Tort law allows individuals to seek compensation or legal remedy when harm has been caused without a criminal offence being committed.

UK companies are required by law to have certain workplace policies and procedures in place to meet their legal obligations and protect both staff and the public. At a minimum, a business should have:

Health and Safety Policy (required if the company has five or more employees)
Data Protection Policy, under the Data Protection Act 2018
Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures, under the Employment Rights Act 1996
Equal Opportunities or Anti-Discrimination Policy, under the Equality Act 2010
Whistleblowing Policy, especially in regulated industries

Employers must ensure that staff are aware of these policies, and that they are followed consistently to comply with statutory and common law duties.

Yes, there is a distinction. Legislation refers specifically to laws that are written and enacted by Parliament—also known as statute law. These are codified rules, such as the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Law, more broadly, refers to the entire legal system, which includes:

Statute law
Common law (developed by judges)
Regulations and case law

So while all legislation is law, not all law is legislation. For instance, legal principles around negligence mostly stem from common law, not a specific Act.

Civil law and criminal law serve different purposes in the UK legal system:

Civil law deals with disputes between individuals or organisations—such as personal injury claims, contract disputes, or property issues. The aim is to compensate the injured party, not punish the wrongdoer.
Criminal law involves offences against the state or society—such as theft, assault, or fraud. These cases are prosecuted by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), and if found guilty, the offender may face fines, community orders, or imprisonment.

The burden of proof also differs: civil law uses the balance of probabilities, while criminal law requires proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

Health and safety law is enforced by several regulatory bodies, but the main authority is the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). The HSE is a government agency responsible for:

Inspecting workplaces
Investigating serious incidents or complaints
Enforcing compliance through improvement or prohibition notices
Prosecuting breaches of health and safety law

In some cases, local authorities may enforce health and safety laws in sectors like retail, hospitality, and office environments. All employers are legally required to comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and enforcement actions can include fines or criminal prosecution for serious failures.