Children’s Claims
When a child is injured, it’s an incredibly difficult and stressful time for the whole family.
At ASD, we understand the challenges you’re facing and are here to help.
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Recommended by Major Trauma Support Partnership
We specialise in helping children who have suffered major trauma. We are trusted by Sheffield Children’s hospital to assist their injured patients, and we are recommended by the Major Trauma Support Partnership.
Since 1984, we have been dedicated to helping injured children and their families secure the best possible future. Our team of specialist solicitors has significant experience in getting results for children who have been injured on the road, at school, or in other public places.
We do more than just process a claim. We provide comprehensive support to help with crucial issues such as rehabilitation, education, medical care, family support, and accommodation. Where possible, we will work to secure an interim payment at the earliest opportunity to ease any immediate financial burdens.
Our Commitment: No Cost to You
We are committed to making our expert legal advice and support accessible to every family who needs it. This is why we offer our services on a no-win, no-fee basis.
You will not be charged for our legal services. In successful cases, our legal costs are paid by the insurers of the party responsible for your child’s injury. This means you can focus entirely on your child’s recovery without the added worry of legal fees.
Protecting Your Child’s Future
After a settlement has been agreed upon, we will assist you with a formal court approval process. This is a crucial step that is legally required for all children’s claims. The court reviews the settlement to ensure the amount is fair and that it is in the best interests of your child. This process guarantees that the compensation awarded will be protected until your child is an adult, providing long-term security for their future.
Our Partnership with Sheffield Children’s Hospital
At ASD, we are honoured to be a part of the Major Trauma Support Partnership (MTSP), working in close collaboration with Sheffield Children’s Hospital. As an accredited member of this panel, our role is to provide a free legal advice service to patients and their families who are referred to us directly by the hospital.
This partnership means that when a child or family has experienced a serious injury, the hospital can confidently refer them to our expert team. We offer compassionate and clear legal guidance, helping families understand their rights, explore potential compensation, and navigate the complex legal process.
Our commitment through the MTSP is to complement the exceptional medical care provided by the hospital with accessible and specialised legal assistance, ensuring a holistic approach to recovery and well-being for the children and families in our community.
A Deeper Commitment: Our Chosen Charity
Beyond our direct legal support, we are incredibly proud that Sheffield Children’s Hospital is our chosen charity. This means our commitment extends beyond providing legal services; we actively support the hospital’s vital work through fundraising, awareness campaigns, and other initiatives.
Over the past 15 years, we have been dedicated to this cause, raising more than £50,000 to support crucial projects. A significant part of these efforts has gone towards helping fund the state-of-the-art helipad, a vital addition that ensures critically ill and injured children can receive urgent care as quickly as possible. This deeper charitable relationship reflects our firm’s core values and our dedication to the well-being of our community.
We Fund Your Child’s Rehabilitation
We believe that early intervention is key to a child’s recovery. That’s why we don’t just wait for compensation to be awarded; we provide rehabilitation services for children completely free of charge. We work with a network of local professionals to fund and arrange the specific support your child needs, which can include physiotherapy, psychotherapy, and other essential therapies. We are committed to giving your child the best chance of a full recovery.
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Our Complete Guide to Making a Claim
Want to know more about what will happen next? Read our step-by-step guide to making a claim.
Our Personal Injury Services
Ralph Clark
Solicitor/Partner
Personal Injury Litigation / Serious Injury Cases /Major Trauma
0114 2678780
Year of call as a solicitor 2007.
Ralph joined the firm in 2003 and became Managing Partner in 2018.
Ralph’s background is in health and safety. He graduated with a degree in Environmental Health in 1998 before qualifying as an Environment Health Officer. He then specialised in the enforcement of health and safety and accident investigation within premises in Sheffield. He completed a post graduate diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management, before then undertaking a post graduate diploma in Law and the Legal Practice Course, qualifying as a Solicitor in 2007.
Over the years Ralph has developed a case load primarily of high value catastrophic injury cases arising from major trauma and diseases; spanning brain injuries, amputations and life changing injuries and diseases. He also assists Children who have suffered serious injury through the partnership between the MTSP and the Sheffield Children’s Hospital.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I be compensated for losses other than personal injury?
YES. We deal with each case individually so once we’ve assessed your case we can then pursue a claim for the following, where appropriate:
- Future and past loss of earnings
- Medical care costs
- Any additional time that friends or members of your family spend caring for you
- Any other financial losses or expenditure directly linked to your accident.
How much is my claim worth?
Without expert medical evidence it is very difficult to assess the potential value of your claim. You will be entitled to compensation for General Damages i.e pain suffering and loss of amenity, and any financial losses. In more serious injury case you may also be entitled to future loss of earnings and other heads of claim.
How long will my claim take?
It’s hard to accurately predict, without knowing the details of your case but many straightforward cases are settled within 12 months. Complex, high value and serious injury cases may take two to three years, depending on the ability of medical experts to provide a definitive prognosis. We always settle our claims as rapidly as we can and will keep you informed every step of the way.
Making a Claim
- Complete the online form
A Solicitor will call you back the same day. If we believe we can assist we will arrange an immediate home visit. - Call us and speak to a Solicitor
Give us a call; if we believe we can assist we will arrange an immediate home visit. - Email one of our Solicitors
If you would like to get in touch with our solicitors directly, visit the contact page to find out more - Visit us at our Sheffield office
Visit anytime between 9.30am and 4.00pm. We guarantee you will be able to see a Solicitor face to face even without an appointment.
Want to know more about what will happen next? Read our step-by-step guide to making a claim. If you have any questions, please contact us on 0800 163 622.
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Complete the online form below, and we will call you back the same day. If we believe we can assist we will arrange an immediate home visit