Accident Advice NO WIN NO FEE - Are they the company to go with?

[lourules]

Im making a claim against my employers for a serious accident i had at work resulting in myself needing an operation on my back and suffering every single day in pain for the past 9 months as a result. I have consulted the Accident Advice Helpline and they have told me after much conversations on the phone they wish to take my claim on. Now i might be thick but surely they dont just take a one off fee of £399 if i win? Seems a bit low for me? Are they a good company to go for for this type of thing? Would i get more compo if i went to a private solicitor or would i incur more/higher fees? I havent a clue how it all works and i am confused with the paperwork and phonecalls

[factor-fiction]

Do they also require you to take out an insurance policy?

[cathfromsaron]

they will collect fees off the other side if you win!

but i think you should consult the union, if you have one, before making any decisions!

[boxtops]

I don't know this company but they might charge you up front for the admin, in which case don't touch them. No win no fee should mean just that - but some companies take a percentage of whatever your final settlement is. They're ambulance-chasers. I suggest you go and ask your solicitor what they would charge you - don't agree to anything on the phone, it all needs to be in writing.

[cathfromsaron]

you have 7 days cooling off if you agree over the phone BUT you must cancel in writing! (if you have agreed to anything)

[cassa333]

There are plenty of accident claim firms that don't make youpay a fee win or lose.

They recliam their expences from the other side. They rarely take a case they can't win.

If you have a genuine case go to a reputable firm. My nephew had an accident at work and got 9.9m

[mercs]

This is a good company as far as i have heard. one of my colleague got his compensation without paying anything and they gave him a good advice.