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Making a claim

Q. What type of claim do you accept?
Q. Does the accident have to have happened in England?
Q. How do I know if I can make a claim?
Q. Am I entitled to any compensation?
Q. How much might my claim be worth?
Q. Who will actually deal with my claim?
Q. How often can I expect to receive an update on my claim?
Q. How do I make an enquiry?
Q. How long will it take before my case is settled?
Q. What happens when I win?
Q. What do I do next?

Costs and risks

Q. How is Clear Answers different?
Q. What are the hidden catches other companies don't always tell you about?
Q. Will I have to make a payment to use the service?
Q. Do I have to pay any fees at all?
Q. How is the cost of my claim funded?
Q. What do I stand to lose if my claim is unsuccessful?
Q. Do I have to get a loan?
Q. Will I have to pay the other solicitors' costs if I lose?

About Clear Answers

Q. Who are Clear Answers?
Q. What does Clear Answers actually do?
Q. How is Clear Answers different from other companies?
Q. How do I contact Clear Answers?

Miscellaneous

Q. What is meant by 'Cost Free - Risk Free?
Q. When is litigation ('After The Event') insurance used?
Q. Will I have to go to court?
Q. Will I need to attend any meetings?
Q. If I decide to proceed what happens next?
Q. What is an expert witness?
Q. Why are there so many injury claims companies?

Using this site

Q. What do the symbols on your site mean?
Q. How do I print from your site?