Personal injury, medical negligence and industrial illness compensation claims

Have you had an accident in the last three years and was it someone else's fault? If your answer is yes to these questions you could have the right to claim compensation.

We act for hundreds of accident victims and people who have been diagnosed with workplace related illnesses across Kent each year, achieving positive outcomes for our clients. For some examples of local personal injury cases we have taken on and won see our personal injury client stories page.

Personal injury
Contact us on 01843 220288 for expert advice if you have suffered injury in an accident within the last three years. You could be entitled to claim compensation if you have been:

We may still be able to help you if your accident was not covered by one of these categories and can also assist with fatal accident compensation claims.

Various ways of funding our fees are available including "no win, no fee". The amount of personal injury compensation awarded varies depending on the seriousness of the injury, how long its effects will last and the financial losses involved. To see how much your injury could be worth see our compensation calculator page.

For a personal injury claim to succeed we need to show that somebody else was legally at fault for your accident, we need to prove the injuries or financial losses you suffered and we need to be satisfied that whoever was at fault has insurance or some other means to pay your compensation and legal costs. 

Industrial illness
If your health has been affected by your work we may be able to claim compensation for you. Our friendly, local solicitors will aim to get you the maximum amount of compensation to help you tackle your problems. See our industrial illness page for more details of the types of cases we often deal with.

Medical negligence
If the treatment or care you received from a medical professional fell below the standard you expected and this resulted in injury or suffering then you may have a claim for medical negligence compensation. For more details see our medical negligence page.

Do I have a claim?
If you are not sure whether you have a claim, you are welcome to drop into one of our offices or give us a call for a free, no obligation chat on 01843 220288. If you prefer, you can also  send brief details to us via our contact form. A member of our team will then contact you to discuss your situation. If you then decide to not take things further we will accept your decision and not pester you or give your details to anybody else.

Boys & Maughan  has been in existence for over 200 years and been acting for claimants in all types of accident claims for well over half that time. We are members of  the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and also accredited with Lexcel, the Law Society's quality assurance accreditation. 

How long does it take to settle a personal injury claim?
When individuals are involved in accidents or incidents resulting in personal injury, one of the primary concerns is often the timeline for settling a claim. While every case is unique and influenced by various factors, understanding the general process can help manage expectations and alleviate some of the stress associated with navigating a personal injury claim.

The timeframe for settling a personal injury claim can vary widely, ranging from a few months to several years. Numerous factors contribute to this timeline, including the complexity of the case, the severity of the injuries, whether a complete recovery will be made and the willingness of the parties involved to negotiate and reach a resolution. Simon Lovelock, one of our specialists, explains the process in more detail in an article you can read here. 

APIL Compensation Explained online publication

If you are visiting our website because you feel that you have been injured through someone's negligence, you might like to read Compensation Explained. This Association of Personal Injury Lawyers publication highlights the importance of preserving the right to compensation for injured people and how you can seek help from the law. The booklet is designed to be accessible to someone with no prior knowledge of the legal system and aims to eradicate myths and misconceptions about personal injury. Compensation Explained is on the APIL website here (links to a PDF file).