Welcome to Pattinson & Brewer

The leading solicitors in accident claims

For accident claims or disease claims call us now on our FREE 24 HOUR CLAIM LINE -
0800 988 0777

Accident claims expert Pattinson and Brewer has over one hundred years’ experience in winning compensation for accident claims, industrial disease and medical accident claims.

We act on a no win no fee basis which means that you will not be faced with a bill for your accident claims, win or lose and you will keep 100% of your accident compensation claims.

We have acted in many thousands of accident claims and have won millions of pounds of compensation on behalf of accident claimants.

We have a proud history of representing unions and their members and we have one of the leading Employment Law departments in the UK. We have a strong reputation for our expertise in all areas of Employment Law including contract disputes,discrimination law and protection of employees’ rights.

The employment team provides employment advice to individuals and organisations from all walks of life, advising on employee accident claims and Employment Law issues arising in the workplace and in the boardroom.

Leading claimant law firm makes strategic business appointment

Pattinson & Brewer, leading claimant personal injury, clinical negligence and employment law firm, with offices in London, York and Bristol has appointed Denise Kitchener outgoing chief executive of APIL as their Business Development Director.

Frances McCarthy, Managing Partner and Head of PI, at the ten partner practice is delighted by the appointment.

“Our firm has over 100 years experience helping injured people and our aim now is to grasp the opportunities that are opening up to us and face the increasing competition head–on.”

“Denise has been used to dealing with change and has a wealth of experience, through building and leading APIL. We see this as a fantastic opportunity for us to bring into the firm someone who has devoted a large part of her career to the rights of injured people and is keen to work with like-minded practitioners to ensure our firm maintains a strong position in the ever-changing legal services market.”

“Pattinson & Brewer has acted on behalf of members of the public and trade unions for over 100 years and our partners and staff are committed to moving the firm into the new era offering competitive, quality legal services.”

How we can help with accident claims

We win accident claims for:

Childrens' injuries suffered on the way to and from school, at school or whilst out
Simple whiplash to serious spinal or head injuries sustained in all types of accidents
Occupational injuries suffered in accidents at work
Industrial diseases such as asbestosis and mesothelioma resulting from exposure to toxic asbestos
Hospital claims as a result of medical negligence.

We win 98% of accident claims that we litigate but in the event that a claim is unsuccessful any costs will be met by insurance.

Accident Claims
Keep 100% of your compensation – no win no fee accident claims. Call 0800 988 0777.

Compensation Claims
Call 0800 988 0777 to ensure you receive the compensation you are due.

Medical Injury Claim
Contact our team of experts – 0800 988 0777.

Industrial Disease Claims
We work only for industrial disease victims, never for insurers or employers. Call us on 0800 988 0777.

How do I claim?

Simply fill in the form above or call us on 0800 988 0777 and we can then proceed with your accident claims.

Pleural Plaques Scheme

Am I eligible?

To qualify for payment through this scheme, you must have been diagnosed with pleural plaques as a result of exposure to asbestos and have attempted to claim damages for the condition prior to 17 October 2007.

In addition:

As part of your damages claim, you must have a) issued a claim form or b) sent a claim letter prior to 17 October 2007 (in line with Pre-Action Protocol for Disease and Illness).

Prior to 17 October 2007 you must have named a defendant/insurer to make your claim against, approached a legal/trade union representative about your case and received confirmation that your case was being taken on .

In addition, you must:

not have received any interim payments from your claim for £5000 or more;
have never resolved your case.
The criteria listed above are general guidance only. If you would like to check your eligibility, please call 0300 303 8150.

How do I apply?

You can apply by telephone or online.

To apply by telephone, please call 0300 303 8150 - lines are open from 08:30 - 17:00 Mon to Thurs and 08:30 - 16:30 on a Friday.

To apply online complete the online application form which can be found at http://pleuralplaques.justice.gov.uk/.

Your application must be submitted by 1 August 2011 to be eligible.

What supporting documents do I need?
You will need to provide copies of additional documents within 30 days of making your application to support your claim otherwise your claim will be rejected. Please note you can only apply once under this scheme.

The type of documents will depend on whether you had legal representation for your original damages claim.

If you were represented by a solicitor you will need to provide:

a sealed copy (i.e. sealed by the issuing court) of the claim form [and particulars of claim]; or
a copy, certified by the solicitor, of the letter of claim and the documents in support which were sent with it to the defendant/insurer.
If you did not send a letter claiming damages as part of your original claim, you will need to provide:

Proof of diagnosis of pleural plaques resulting from exposure to asbestos (e.g. a medical report).
Copies of correspondence with the solicitor or trade union (certified by the solicitor or trade union) confirming the taking on of the case prior to 17 October 2007 and its handling.
Documentation to show that you were working in England or Wales and were exposed to asbestos in the course of that employment.
Details of the defendant and/or insurer and grounds of claim against that defendant/insurer.
If you were not represented by a solicitor and represented yourself for your original damages claim, you will need to provide:

a sealed copy (i.e. sealed by the issuing court) of the claim form and particulars of claim; or
a copy of the letter of claim and the documents in support which were sent with it to the defendant/insurer.