We offer a team of specialist personal injury lawyers, assisting hundreds of people each year to obtain compensation for the pain, suffering and financial loss caused by the negligence of others. We have secured compensation for claims ranging from simple slips and trips to accidents resulting in catastrophic injuries, including spinal and brain injuries and PTSD, worth millions of pounds.
Our personal injury lawyers in Scotland provide clear, practical support while considering the wider consequences of an injury, including loss of earnings, medical expenses, rehabilitation treatments, care needs and the effect on your family.
Our team is ranked highly by the well-respected and independent guides to the legal profession - "Chambers & Partners" and "Legal 500" and has specialists accredited by the Law Society of Scotland.
Personal Injury Expertise
Personal Injury Claims in Scotland
Our personal injury solicitors assist with a wide range of claims, from road traffic accidents and workplace injuries to serious injury, industrial disease and fatal claims. We can investigate what happened, identify who may be responsible and explain the options available under Scottish law.
Our litigation team is experienced in assisting and representing clients in tribunals, sheriff courts, the All-Scotland Sheriff Personal Injury Court (ASSPIC), the Court of Session and the UK Supreme Court.
How We Can Help
Road Traffic Accident Claims
We help people injured in car crashes, motorcycle collisions, cycling incidents and pedestrian accidents, including claims involving uninsured or untraced drivers. We consider the immediate effects of the accident as well as any longer-term treatment, rehabilitation or financial loss.
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We support families after a death caused by negligence, providing clear and sensitive guidance at a very difficult time. We can explain the legal process and advise on compensation for financial loss, loss of services and the impact of bereavement.
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We handle fatal accident claims in Scotland arising from incidents on the road, at work, in public places and in other circumstances where another party may be responsible. We can also advise on the relationship between a compensation claim and a Fatal Accident Inquiry.
Accidents at Work
We assist with accidents at work caused by unsafe equipment, inadequate training, poor working practices or a failure to provide suitable protection. Claims can arise in construction, factories, offices, warehouses, offshore work and other workplaces.
Accidents in Public Places and Occupiers’ Liability
We advise on occupiers’ liability claims involving slips, trips, defective flooring, unsafe steps, poor lighting, spillages and other hazards in public places. Photographs, witness details and accident records can be important evidence.
Serious Injury Claims
We handle serious injury claims involving brain injuries, spinal injuries, chronic pain, psychological injury and other life-changing conditions. We consider future care, rehabilitation and support needs as well as the immediate impact of the injury.
Product Liability and Defective Products
We investigate injuries caused by unsafe or defective products, machinery, vehicles and equipment. Responsibility may rest with a manufacturer, supplier, retailer or another party involved in providing the product.
Industrial Disease Claims Scotland
We assist with industrial disease claims in Scotland, including asbestos-related conditions, occupational lung disease and noise-induced hearing loss. These claims often require careful investigation of employment history, working conditions and medical evidence.
Child Abuse
We advise on claims arising from child abuse, supporting survivors in seeking compensation for the harm caused. We understand these cases require particular care and sensitivity, and our team can guide you through the process at a pace that works for you.
Sporting Injuries
If you've been injured while playing or attending a sporting event due to someone else's negligence, we can advise on whether you're entitled to compensation. This includes injuries caused by faulty equipment, poor facilities, or inadequate supervision.
Claims for Criminal Injuries Compensation
If you've been injured as a result of a violent crime, you may be entitled to compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme. We can advise on eligibility and help you through the application process.
Funding Your Personal Injury Claim
We can advise on a number of different funding options, including Legal Aid and No Win/No Fee. We can also offer After the Event insurance to provide protection for your opponents' costs and your outlays. Contact us by calling a member of our team or completing our online enquiry form, without obligation, to see if we can assist.
People searching for No Win No Fee solicitors in Scotland often want reassurance that they can explore a claim without taking on an unaffordable financial risk. The funding arrangement available will depend on the circumstances of the case. We will explain any success fee, legal expenses cover or insurance arrangements clearly before you decide whether to proceed.
Why Choose Drummond Miller?
Our approach is grounded in expertise, effective action, teamwork and care. Clients benefit from:
- Personal injury specialists accredited by the Law Society of Scotland
- Recognition from Chambers & Partners and Legal 500
- Experience in complex and serious injury litigation
- Representation in ASSPIC, the sheriff courts and the Court of Session
- Advice on Legal Aid, No Win/No Fee and After the Event insurance
- In-person, telephone and video appointments
- Support that considers rehabilitation and longer-term needs
An injury can change the direction of your life. We are here to help you understand the way forward and take the next step with confidence.
Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers
Our solicitors offer advice and support throughout the claims process, with particular emphasis on settlement negotiations to avoid the stress of court proceedings where possible.
A personal injury claim may involve obtaining medical evidence, assessing financial losses, corresponding with insurance companies and negotiating compensation. Where a fair settlement cannot be reached, our litigation experience allows us to represent clients effectively in the Scottish civil courts.
Our team of solicitors is available for in-person consultations, as well as telephone and video appointments. Schedule a meeting today.
- Call us on 0131 226 5151
Frequently Asked Questions
You may be able to make a claim where you have suffered an injury because another person, business or organisation failed to take reasonable care. Whether a claim is available will depend on the circumstances, the evidence and the applicable time limit.
In many Scottish personal injury cases, court proceedings must be raised within three years of the date of the accident or the date on which the injured person became aware of the relevant injury. Different rules may apply in cases involving children, incapacity, abuse, industrial disease or death. It is important to seek advice as early as possible.
The value of a claim depends on the nature and severity of the injury, recovery time, medical evidence, loss of earnings, care requirements, rehabilitation costs and other financial consequences. No solicitor can accurately value a claim without first considering the individual evidence.
A No Win No Fee arrangement may be available in suitable cases. We will assess the claim and explain the proposed agreement, including any success fee and insurance arrangements, before work begins.
You may still be able to claim where responsibility was shared. Any compensation may be reduced to reflect your contribution to the accident. This is known as contributory negligence.
A claim may be possible through the Motor Insurers’ Bureau where an accident was caused by an uninsured or untraced driver. Specific procedures and time limits apply.
You may be able to claim if your employer or another party failed to provide a reasonably safe working environment. This can include unsafe equipment, inadequate training or unmanaged workplace hazards.
A claim may be possible where an occupier, business or local authority failed to address a hazard that caused your accident. The strength of the claim will depend on matters such as inspection systems, maintenance records and evidence of the defect.
Compensation may address pain and suffering, loss of earnings, care and assistance, medical expenses, rehabilitation, travel costs and other losses caused by the injury. Serious injury claims may also consider future care, accommodation and support needs.
Useful evidence may include photographs, witness contact details, receipts, wage information, medical correspondence, accident reports and communications from an insurer. Your solicitor can advise what is relevant to your particular claim.
