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Emma East - Road accident compensation lawyer
Road accident compensation lawyer - Bristol
Emma has focused on road accident compensation claims and has therefore developed an in-depth knowledge of the law as it applies to negligent acts resulting in injuries on the road. Whether you have been injured as a pedestrian, passenger, cyclist, motorcyclist, or the driver of a vehicle, Emma understands the complexities involved in proving your injuries have been suffered due to the negligence of another road user.
Although based in our Bristol office, as part of our specialist road accident compensation claim team, Emma has dealt with claims across the breadth of England and Wales. She is experienced in dealing with claims where the client was injured through the course of their work, or as a private road user.
Expressions of gratitude by Emma’s clients have included many comments that demonstrate her professional approach to every accident compensation claim, her pleasant manner and down to earth answers to any queries that her client may have, always giving concise and clear answers to their questions.
Emma’s determination to achieve the best outcome for her clients, and maximum compensation for their injuries, will ensure that you and your family receive the just compensation to which you are entitled.
Emma is a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives – with over 10 years experience in personal injury compensation claims.
Successful road accident compensation claims
Here is just a small sample of the successful road accident compensation claims that Emma has been involved in.
Road accident compensation claim – Pedestrian accident
This client asked Emma to represent him in bringing a road accident compensation claim when he was injured by being hit by a motorcyclist. Her client was a pedestrian and was hit by the motorcycle and sustained a broken leg and several other injuries to his lower limbs, as well as broken ribs and extensive bruising.
Even though the motorcyclist was uninsured his claim was successfully pursued through the Motor Insurer’s Bureau.
Emma was forced to issue court proceedings. However, before the trial date, she was able to negotiate an acceptable settlement and her client accepted an offer of over £30,000 in compensation for his injuries and continuing pain. It also includes a sum for loss of income during his extended recuperation, which included several weeks in hospital.
Road accident compensation claim – accident involving emergency vehicle
A member of the emergency services, Emma’s client in this road accident compensation claim had been travelling in the rear of an emergency vehicle. The vehicle braked sharply and then collided with another vehicle, causing her client to be thrown around the vehicle, colliding with several objects that caused him injury.
Taken to his local A&E, he underwent several x-rays of his back and neck and was prescribed extremely strong painkillers. Although surgery was not required, Emma’s client was suffering considerable pain due to his injuries and for over six months was forced to rely on his wife for almost all personal and domestic tasks. Although he eventually returned to the job he had done for many years, and which he loved, he was eventually retired on medical grounds.
Court proceedings were issued but before the trial date, Emma was able to negotiate in excess of £100,000 in road accident compensation for her client.
Road accident compensation claim – defendant was employer of driver
Emma was asked for her road accident claim advice by this client when he received whiplash injuries in a road accident through no fault of his own. He had been stationary in his car when, without warning, his vehicle was struck from behind by another vehicle, being driven by an employee of the defendant.
As a result of the violent collision, Emma’s client was tossed around in his seat and suffered significant whiplash injuries which caused him considerable pain and discomfort. He was unable to work for several weeks, only able to return because his employer was able to provide light duties. However, he subsequently suffered further problems as a result of the road accident and required further time off work.
Because the vehicle was being driven in a commercial situation, the defendant in this road accident compensation claim was the owner of the vehicle, rather than the driver themselves.
Although the defendant admitted liability for her client’s accident, Emma believed the offers put forward were not reasonable, given her client’s ongoing condition. She was forced to issue court proceedings but before the trial was able to negotiate a substantially increased sum in road accident compensation for her client.
Comments from road accident compensation clients
Just a few examples of the thanks expressed by grateful clients for whom Emma has successfully fought for compensation.
"Very professional approach, concise answers to any queries. Pleasant to talk to."
A cyclist injured when he hit a metal hazard left lying across the cycle path, he received road accident compensation
“Excellent. Kept me up to date, not only by letter but also by phone. I would highly recommend … Esp Emma.”
Mr David Williams, victim of road traffic accident and recipient of accident compensation
“I would like to thank Emma for being so friendly and helpful whenever I phoned with my concerns. I found her very helpful and she always returned my calls if she was unavailable when I phoned. Many thanks to you all for everything you did to ensure success for me. I really appreciate it."
Recipient of road accident compensation
“Absolutely brilliant service and a real and caring, personal approach to dealing with issues on my behalf … I don’t think I could have expected to have had such a positive outcome without the energy + commitment from my legal representative. Many thanks.”
Mr Andrew Hichens – victim of a road accident and recipient of accident compensation
Making a road accident compensation claim
Clear Answers’ lawyers are specialists in all types of road accidents. We have teams of experts waiting to help you, should you decide to instruct us to represent you in your claim, whether your road accident was an accident at work, or one when you were on a personal journey. Our advisers will be happy to talk to you in plain English, explaining the claims process, and provide you with expert legal advice to answer any questions you may have regarding your claim.
The insurer of the person responsible for your road accident will pay our legal fees and the entire service will be cost-free for you. You will receive 100% of your compensation if you select Clear Answers to represent you in this matter.
If you or a member of your family have been injured as a passenger, cyclist, motorcyclist or pedestrian in a road accident through no fault of your own, contact Clear Answers' personal injury solicitors on 0800 783 9019 and speak to one of our advisors who will be able to assess whether or not you have a claim. Alternatively fill out one of our online compensation claim forms.
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