Personal injury claims in Scotland

If you were injured because of someone else's negligence, a personal injury claim could recover the money you deserve. We act for people throughout Scotland who have been injured at work, in road traffic accidents or through public place hazards. We only ever act for the injured person, never the other side.

Below are the personal injury claims we deal with most often at Thompsons Solicitors.

Common personal injury claims

1. Back Injury Compensation Claims

Back injuries are common after workplace accidents, road traffic collisions, slips and trips, and can result in chronic pain, ongoing injury, and significant financial expense. Thompsons Solicitors can help you obtain compensation to offset the cost of treatment and lost earnings resulting from your back injury.

2. Head Injury Claims

Head injuries, from concussions and traumatic brain injuries to the lesser blows in between, can upend life in an instant. Whatever caused your head injury, whether a road accident or employer negligence, Thompsons can help you seek compensation.

3. Knee Injury Compensation

Knee injuries happen often when someone slips, trips, or falls at work or in public. The effects can range from discomfort and ligament damage to conditions that require surgery or months of rehabilitation. Thompsons Solicitors will fight for the compensation you deserve, to cover the cost of treatment and the days missed at work.

4. Skin Condition Compensation

Workplace chemicals can cause severe skin conditions such as dermatitis. If you were not provided with the correct protective clothing by your employer, you may be entitled to compensation. We have successfully negotiated a large number of settlements against unsafe working practices.

5. Whiplash Injury Compensation

Whiplash is one of the most common injuries in road traffic accidents, caused by the sudden jolt to the neck during a collision. Symptoms range from slight stiffness to chronic pain. At Thompsons we have dealt with thousands of whiplash claims and fought to secure the compensation owed to our clients.

Seeking Compensation for Your Injury

If your injuries were caused by another person's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation and you should not have to fight for it on your own. Thompsons Solicitors has a proven record of success in recovering compensation for our clients in all types of personal injury claims.

Time Limits for Personal Injury Claims

In Scotland, the time limit for a personal injury claim is three years from the date of the accident. For industrial diseases, however, the period may run from the date of diagnosis rather than exposure.

Partner

"Clients often choose this option because it means that we as a firm, take the risk so that they don't have to. But I think importantly, what it does is it ensures access to justice because it's accessible to anybody who's been involved in an accident, regardless of whether you have the means to fund it."

It depends. Compensation reflects the severity of what happened to you, the knock-on effects on your daily life, and the financial losses you have built up. No two claims produce the same figure.

Our No Win No Fee arrangement means you pay nothing upfront. If your claim succeeds, a success fee, capped at 20% of certain damages, is deducted from your compensation. If the claim is unsuccessful, you pay nothing

Your solicitor must prove that a third party owed you a duty of care, that they were negligent, that the breach caused your injury, and that you suffered real, measurable losses as a result.

If you believe you might have a personal injury claim, get in touch with Thompsons Solicitors for free, no-obligation advice. With our No Win No Fee arrangement, there is nothing to pay upfront and no fee if your claim is unsuccessful.

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My solicitor Alix, was absolutely flawless and a consummate professional from the first moment, polite professionalism all the way, I was kept up to date with everything that was going on from start to finish, second time I have asked Thompsons solicitors for help and full success on both counts, absolutely different class and a cut above as was Alix, to say thank you so much doesn’t sum it up.

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William McLean

1 October 2026

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Alix, Robert and the team supported me through my personal injury case. Kept me up to date right till the end.

Fiona Lumsden

1 October 2026

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I was really happy with Shannon dealing with my case communication was excellent from start to finish. Would definitely use Shannon and this company in the future if needed to do so. Thanks again Linda

Linda Thomson

30 September 2026

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I cannot thank Rhaea Clark at Thompsons Solicitors enough for her incredible support with my personal injury claim. She handled my case on a No Win, No Fee basis, and what really stood out to me was her absolute transparency regarding fees. The billing structure was completely clear from day one, giving me total peace of mind that there would be no hidden surprises. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless. I was kept updated every step of the way, and the entire claim was resolved much quicker than I ever expected. If you need a personal injury solicitor who is efficient, honest, and delivers fantastic results, I highly recommend Rhaea Clark. Thank you for making a stressful situation so easy!

Michelle

29 September 2026