work accident claims

Sunnyboy2z

recently been injured at work. is it possible to negotiate with company directly or is it necessary to go through solicitor?

solicitor's say i stand to gain 2000 - 2800
what do they stand to make? would they normaly claim their fee from the company i was working for?

YorkshireBoy

In my experience, I've known legal costs to be £6,000 on a £1,000 payout.

They'll be paid by your employer's insurers...if the claim is settled.

jonesMUFCforever

Do you belong to a union?

If so won't they help you to claim?

If not it might be time to join.