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Claim for whiplash?

Penketh · 2010-11-05 14:25:45

3 weeks ago I was a passenger in a car which was involved in an accident, I didn't think I had any injuries but the next day started suffering with shoulder/neck pain. I attended my local A&E and have since visited my GP too. The other driver admitted liability and I have just received a letter offering me £1000 as…

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ecoelle Posts: 1,585 Forumite

7 November 2010 at 9:27PM

I was involved in an accident in May and was immediately offered £1000 like you, i was advised by my solicitor to reject the claim and have had to have 2 courses of physio plus a visit to see their approved medical examiner. I would listen to the advice on here and get some time with a solicitor. If it goes to court though and you are awarded less in compensation than a previous offer you have to accept it.

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