If you’ve been injured in a road traffic accident, choosing the right legal representation can make all the difference. At Bott and Co, we don’t just handle your claim, we fight for every penny you’re entitled to, alongside being committed to getting you the best help and support available to aid recovery.
Often, insurers will make low settlement offers that need challenging. Issuing court proceedings on behalf of our clients, at no extra cost to them, has seen significant increases in compensation, as much as 84% more than what the insurer was willing to offer.
Too often, insurers rely on claimants accepting low offers out of frustration or pressure. We’re not afraid to issue proceedings when necessary, it’s about securing what’s fair, not what’s easy.
David continues: Many firms settle early or avoid litigation all together, we don’t!. Not when we feel that the offer doesn’t reflect the true value of injuries. We’ve seen first-hand how our approach benefits the people we represent.
Recent Case Results
All the cases below were issued in one month and heard in just 10 weeks. Each resulted in a significantly higher award than the insurer’s last offer!
Case P
Injury: Exacerbation of a pre-existing spinal condition
Insurer’s Offer: £4,345
Court Award: £8,000
% Increase: +84%
In this instance, our own offer was beaten in court, triggering Part 36 cost consequences, securing an additional £1,260 for the client.
Case A
Injury: Orthopaedic injury with recovery depending on delayed physiotherapy
Insurer’s Offer: £6,000
Court Award: £9,000
% Increase: +50%
In this case, the court rejected the insurer’s argument about delays negatively affecting prognosis.
Case D
Injuries: Neck & back (6-8 weeks), Fractured sternum (3 months recovery), Travel anxiety (3-4 years)
Insurer’s Offer: £4,500
Court Award: £6,500
% Increase: +44%
Case Ad
Injuries: Shoulder fracture (15 months recovery), Cuts and bruises to the ankle (6 weeks)
Insurer’s Offer: £6,100
Court Award: £9,200
% Increase: +50%
This was a classic example of how insurers undervalue longer recovery injuries.
What This Means for Our Clients
Insurers often make low initial offers, expecting claimants to accept without challenge. But when you instruct us:
- We fight for the true value of your claim
- We issue proceedings, when necessary, at no extra cost to you
- We work on a No Win No Fee basis
- You keep more of your compensation
- We work quickly but thoroughly review each case individually
- We don’t settle for less than you deserve
We strongly believe our clients deserve better than a quick and low settlement.
These recent results show the value of choosing a law firm that’s ready to fight for the best outcome for their clients, without charging you more to do so.
If you’ve been injured in a road traffic accident, let Bott and Co help you fight for what you’re really entitled to, with no risk, no hidden fees and no hassle so that you can focus on what’s important – recovery and rehabilitation.