11. What if I am claiming for a child?
If a child has been injured, the time limit for making a claim normally does not start until their 18th birthday. (However, you don’t have to wait until then to start a claim.) Someone under 18 cannot take legal action in their own right, but must have a 'litigation friend'. This could be:
- a close relative;
- an adult friend;
- a social worker; or
- someone else appointed by the court.
Chapters
01.Introduction02. What is a personal injury?
03. What action can I take?
04. What are claims assessors and claims management companies?
05. How do I take legal action?
06. What if I was injured in a road accident?
07. What if I was injured by a faulty product or service?
08. What if I can't afford a solicitor?
09. What can I claim compensation for?
10. What if I am claiming for someone who has died?
12. What if I am one of a group of people injured in the same way?
13. What if I am a victim of a crime?
14. Further Help