No Win No Fee Charges and Costs: What You Need to Know
If you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, the idea of making a compensation claim might feel overwhelming — especially if you’re unsure about legal costs. Thankfully, in Scotland, many personal injury claims can be handled on a No Win No Fee basis, making it a safer and more accessible option for people in your situation.
In this guide, we explain how No Win No Fee works, what charges to expect if your claim is successful, and what happens if it’s not.
What is a No Win No Fee Agreement?
A No Win No Fee agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), means you won’t have to pay legal fees upfront when making a personal injury claim. You’ll only pay legal costs if your claim is successful.
If your case doesn’t succeed, you won’t pay your solicitor’s fees — removing the financial risk that often discourages people from claiming.
What Charges and Costs Are Involved if You Win?
If your personal injury claim is successful, your solicitor will recover most of their costs from the other party (usually their insurer). However, there are some deductions you should be aware of:
- Success Fee
This is a percentage of your compensation agreed at the start of your claim. It covers the risk your solicitor takes on by handling your case without upfront payment. In Scotland, this is typically capped and clearly explained before your claim begins.
- After The Event (ATE) Insurance
In some cases, you might be advised to take out a legal expenses insurance policy to cover any additional costs, such as court fees or the other party’s legal costs if your claim is unsuccessful. The cost of this insurance is usually deducted from your compensation if you win.
Everything will be fully discussed and agreed upon with you before your claim starts, so there are no surprises later.
What Happens if You Lose Your Claim?
If your claim isn’t successful, under a No Win No Fee agreement:
- You won’t pay your solicitor’s legal fees.
- If you have ATE insurance, this should protect you from having to pay the other side’s legal costs and any court fees.
This makes No Win No Fee one of the safest ways to pursue a personal injury claim in Scotland.
Why Choose Make a Claims?
At Make a Claims, we work with trusted Scottish solicitors who specialise in personal injury claims and offer No Win No Fee services. We make sure:
- You’re fully aware of any potential costs and success fee percentages before you agree to proceed.
- You receive clear, honest advice about your chances of success.
- You have access to expert legal representation without any financial risk.
Our goal is to make the claims process simple, transparent, and stress-free.
Speak to Us Today
If you’ve been injured in an accident and want to know more about making a No Win No Fee claim, get in touch with Make a Claims today. We offer free, no-obligation advice and can explain your options in plain, simple terms.
Contact us now to find out how we can help you claim the compensation you deserve — with no upfront costs.