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Expert Car Accident & Whiplash Compensation Claim Solicitors in Cardiff


If you’re the victim of a road traffic accident through no fault of your own, contact Howells Solicitors today. We operate on a ‘no win no fee’ basis. Our solicitors are renowned for working hard to get our clients the maximum amount of compensation.

  • Howells offer a professional service with a personal touch
  • Your whiplash claim will be handled by a single, dedicated expert
  • In appropriate cases, we operate on a “No Win No Fee” basis
  • We can visit you at home or in hospital if necessary
  • Call 029 20 40 40 20 to discuss your claim
  • Need to reach us out of hours (Mon-Fri 8.30-17.00)? No problem – call or text 07425 620587.
If you have been involved in a Road Traffic Accident that wasn’t your fault, the following points will help your chances in making a successful claim;
  • Without question, you should stop at the scene of an accident. Failure to do so is an offence and may damage any subsequent compensation claim.
  • Obtain the details of any witnesses to the accident, including name, address and phone number.
  • Insurance details should be exchanged with the other driver, irrespective of fault.
  • If possible, make a note of the road layout and conditions at the time of the accident i.e. wet, icy etc. Photographic evidence could go in your favour during the case.
  • If the police are called to the scene, make a note of the officers warrant numbers as the information they gather may be useful for future reference.

Road Traffic Accident Compensation Claim Solicitors Cardiff

Thousands of individuals are injured in road traffic accidents every year. Injuries can range from the relatively minor such as scrapes, concussion and whiplash, through to the more severe and potentially life threating cases.

The friendly and experienced team of personal injury solicitors here at Howells appreciate just how distressing a road accident can be. We are flexible and approachable, offering a sympathetic ear and help our clients to feel completely at ease with our service. We can visit you at home, work or even in hospital, for an initial consultation which is completely free of charge. We will assess your case in no time to decide whether a claim can be made. You will then be assigned one of our expert road traffic accident solicitors, who will act as your dedicated point of contact through the entirety of the case.

If you are looking for an expert road accident compensation claim solicitor in Cardiff, South Wales, look no further than Howells. Our friendly personal injury service will put you completely at ease, yet we fight hard in your corner for a successful claim.

Compensation Explained

The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) have recently published this brochure to explain the rules surrounding compensation claims.

Road Traffic Accident Case Studies

The client was driving along the road when a Third Party failed to stop at a junction and emerged from a side road and into the path of the client, causing a collision. The client suffered neck and shoulder pain for a period of 12-15 months. Physiotherapy arranged.
Damages awarded: £3,725.00

Client was a pedestrian who was knocked down by a reversing van. He suffered a haemorrhage causing pressure behind the left eye and a fractured shoulder.
Damages awarded: £14,500.00

Client was a driver of a vehicle that was struck in the rear. He suffered an acceleration injury to his neck and back.
Damages awarded: £7,000.00

Our client was hit off his bike by a van; he suffered a broken collarbone, broken shoulder, five broken ribs and double vision.
Damages awarded: £22,500.00

Our client was helping a gentleman whose vehicle had broken down on a carriageway when he was struck by a Third Party vehicle, causing the client to be crushed against the reversing vehicle and a barrier at the side of the carriageway. The accident resulted in our client sustaining laceration injuries to his left calf. We were not only successful in recovering damages in relation to the Clients injuries, but we also recovered his loss of earnings, travel costs and a monetary sum for damage to his clothing as a result of the accident.
Damages awarded: £12,000.00

Our client was stationary at a roundabout when a third party vehicle failed to stop, and collided with the rear of her vehicle resulting in our client suffering pain to her neck, back and shoulders which resolved 9-12 months on from the date of accident. Physiotherapy arranged.
Damages awarded: £3,893.00

Our client was stationary at a roundabout and was hit in the rear. Liability was admitted and damages plus physiotherapy costs.
Damages Awarded: £2,050

Our Client was knocked off his bike at a roundabout. There was severe damage to the shoulder which required surgery, admission of liability was obtained and damage was awarded, this included care costs, physiotherapy, travel costs, damage to bike and the cost of a private operation.
Damages Awarded: £18,141.32

The claimant was stationary at a roundabout at Junction 34 on the M4 motorway when a third party failed to maintain a safe breaking distance and collided with the rear of the claimant’s vehicle, causing damage and injury.

Liability was not admitted so court proceedings were issued. The case settled prior to the trial
Damages Awarded: £3,500

Contact Details

Phone: 02920 40 40 20 Email: pi@howellslegal.com
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