If you’ve been a victim of your council’s negligence and lack of care, you could be eligible to make a claim with us. As no-win, no-fee personal injury solicitors, we’re here to help you every step of the way to give you the best chance of claiming the compensation you deserve.
How do I claim compensation from Birmingham City Council?
If you want to claim compensation from the council, complete the claim form. We must receive your form within 28 days of the damage taking place or from the time you noticed it. To support your claim you should take photographs of the damage if possible, and keep any damaged items that you are claiming for.
Can you claim compensation from the council?
If you wish to make a claim against the council, please submit a letter of claim by email to [email protected]. Please also find our contact details at the bottom of this page. The information needed in a letter of claim is defined in law and should include: claimant’s name and address.
Can I sue the council for emotional distress UK?
Remember that it isn’t just physical injuries you can claim for. Suing for emotional distress in the UK is also possible as part of a personal injury claim. As with any claim, you would need to show that your injury was caused by negligence. Continue reading to learn more about special damages compensation.
Who do I complain to about Birmingham City Council?
Please address your complaint in writing to the Monitoring Officer, Birmingham City Council, PO Box 15992, Birmingham B2 2UQ or by email to [email protected]. Please state clearly at the top of your letter that you are complaining about GBSLEP.
Do I need a solicitor to claim compensation?
If you want to take legal action to claim compensation for a personal injury, you will need to get advice from a solicitor specialising in these types of cases. This must be done as soon as possible as there are strict time limits on taking legal action.
What can you claim compensation for?
You can be compensated for a range of things, such as:
- personal injury.
- losses from theft or damage to property.
- losses from fraud.
- being off work.
- medical expenses.
- travel expenses.
- pain and suffering.
- loss, damage or injury caused to or by a stolen vehicle.
How much can you get from suing the council?
All liability claims up to a value of £375,000.00 are handled internally. If the value of a claim is more than that then it may be sent to an external company to deal with on our behalf.
What can you sue the council for?
In simple terms, if the council failed to uphold their duty of care and caused you harm as a result, meaning that your suffering was preventable, then they could be held liable for their negligence. If a defect such as a pothole caused the incident, it may help to photograph it comparatively to show its size.
Can you take legal action against the council?
If you’ve experienced unlawful discrimination by a public authority, like the police or local authority, you may be able to take legal action under the Equality Act. Read this page to find out more about taking legal action against a public authority.
Can I sue my local council for negligence?
Yes, if your council were negligent with their responsibilities and this resulted in an injury to you, then you can make a claim against your local council. This includes any injuries caused by contractors that work on behalf of your local council such as gas and electricity suppliers and building contractors.
How much can I claim for stress and inconvenience?
There is no hard and fast rule in respect of how much will be paid for distress and inconvenience claims. The level of damages awarded by the court is generally determined by the specific incident circumstances, the extent of inconvenience suffered by the policyholder and the duration of the inconvenience.
How much compensation do you get for psychological damage UK?
Psychological Injury Compensation Amounts
£19,070 to £54,830 compensation for moderately severe psychological injury. £5,860 to £19,070 compensation for moderate psychological injury. £1,540 to £5,860 compensation for less severe psychological injury.
Who is in charge of Birmingham City Council?
Deborah Cadman OBE, Chief Executive
Prior to her appointment at Birmingham City Council, Deborah was Chief Executive of the West Midlands Combined Authority.
Do councils respond to complaints?
The law says that we have to give the council or care provider a reasonable chance to consider your complaint and respond. It is usually reasonable to allow up to 12 weeks for a full response to the complaint.
Is there an ombudsman for local councils?
the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman investigates complaints about local councils, care homes and some other organisations providing local public services.
What percentage of a claim do solicitors take?
25%
Remember, however, that the amount that a solicitor can deduct is always limited to 25% of the amount of compensation awarded. As mentioned, in most cases, your personal injury solicitor will set up the legal protection insurance on your behalf at the beginning of the claims process.
How much do solicitors charge for a claim?
Solicitors charge a success fee, or a percentage of your compensation to cover their extra costs. In most cases, this is 25%. However, this percentage does not always apply to the total amount of your compensation.
How long does it take to receive an offer of compensation?
In simple claims where liability is admitted you would expect all claims to be concluded within 2-5 months. In more complicated claims where liability may be disputed, or the injuries are complex, then claims can take 6-18 months.
What to claim to get most back?
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- Properly claim children, friends or relatives you’re supporting.
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How much is reasonable compensation?
The IRS requires around 40% of your net income from the company to be taken as wages (generally; certain industries may require more or less), so if you’ve managed to make $50k in net income during the year we would want your salary to be at about $20K with the associated taxes paid.