Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Solicitors in Coatbridge
Lanarkshire Accident Law is a specialist firm of personal injury solicitors serving clients throughout Scotland. Established in 2016, we have over 15 years of combined experience in litigating personal injury claims ranging from modest to high-value cases involving serious injury or death. Our principal solicitor, Peter Crooks, is a qualified solicitor-advocate with extensive courtroom experience, having conducted dozens of successful trials and appeals. We exclusively represent claimants, ensuring our focus remains on securing proper compensation for those injured or bereaved through the fault of others. Our team includes dedicated paralegals and support staff with decades of collective experience in personal injury litigation, including road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, public liability claims, industrial disease, and housing defects.We offer free initial consultations and operate on a No Win, No Fee basis, with Scottish Legal Aid available where applicable. Our firm is regulated and authorised by the Law Society of Scotland, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards. We prioritise client communication, keeping clients informed at every stage while handling all legal complexities. Our track record includes successful settlements in complex cases involving asbestos-related conditions, defective beauty treatments, and damp housing claims. We are committed to providing accessible, client-focused legal representation with a proven dedication to achieving justice for our clients.
Services
Road Traffic Accidents
Workplace Accidents
Public Liability Claims
Industrial Disease
Defective Housing
Child Accident Claims
Defective Products
Beauty Treatment Claims
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of specialist experience in personal injury litigation
- Our principal solicitor is a qualified solicitor-advocate with courtroom authority
- We exclusively represent claimants, never insurers or large organisations
- We offer Scottish Legal Aid and No Win No Fee arrangements
- Our team has successfully handled over 1,000 personal injury and housing claims
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Scotland
What people say
Exceptional service
Kept informed throughout
Successful settlement
Professional team
Highly recommend
Services
Road Traffic Accidents
We specialise in representing victims of road traffic accidents across Scotland. Our services cover claims for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians injured through no fault of their own. We handle cases ranging from minor collisions to serious accidents involving life-changing injuries, ensuring clients receive fair compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings, and emotional distress.
Workplace Accidents
Our team handles workplace injury claims across various industries including construction, manufacturing, and retail. We assist clients who have suffered injuries from unsafe working conditions, equipment failures, or employer negligence. We specialise in complex cases involving repetitive strain injuries, falls from height, and industrial accidents requiring long-term rehabilitation.
Industrial Disease
We represent clients suffering from work-related illnesses including asbestos-related conditions, vibration white finger, and industrial deafness. Our solicitors have extensive experience tracing employment history to identify liable parties and securing compensation for medical treatment, care costs, and quality-of-life impacts. We handle both current and historic exposure cases.
Defective Housing
Our housing specialists handle claims against landlords for damp, mould, and structural defects causing health issues. We represent tenants who have suffered respiratory problems, infections, or mental health impacts due to neglected housing conditions. We secure compensation for medical expenses, alternative accommodation, and property remediation costs.
Public Liability Claims
We handle public injury claims for accidents occurring in commercial premises, public spaces, and private properties. Our services include slip and fall cases, trip hazards on pavements, and injuries from defective equipment in retail environments. We work with medical experts to quantify long-term impacts and secure appropriate compensation.
People
Peter Crooks
Principal Solicitor-Advocate
Peter Crooks has over 25 years of legal experience specialising in personal injury law. He qualified as a solicitor in 1996 and became a solicitor-advocate in 2010, enabling court appearances in superior courts. He has successfully represented over 1,000 clients in complex personal injury and housing claims.
Angela Ferguson
Paralegal
Angela Ferguson brings 12 years of experience in personal injury litigation, specialising in road traffic accidents and housing disrepair claims. She previously worked at Bonnar Accident Law and focuses on client communication and case progression, ensuring timely updates and clear explanations throughout the legal process.
Tricia Burke
Personal Assistant
Tricia Burke provides comprehensive administrative support with 20 years of legal secretarial experience. She has supported Peter Crooks for 13 years, managing case documentation and office operations while maintaining high standards of client communication and confidentiality.
Questions
What types of personal injury claims do you handle?
We handle all types of personal injury claims including road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, public liability claims, industrial disease, defective products, and housing disrepair cases across Scotland.
How much does a personal injury claim cost?
We offer free initial consultations and operate on a No Win No Fee basis for eligible cases. If successful, success fees range between 10-20%, with no fees for unsuccessful claims.
Can I claim for housing disrepair issues?
Yes, we specialise in housing disrepair claims against landlords for damp, mould, and structural defects causing health issues. We secure compensation for medical expenses and property remediation.
How long do personal injury claims take?
Most claims settle within 6-18 months depending on complexity. We prioritise swift resolution while ensuring fair compensation, with urgent cases progressing faster through expedited processes.
Do you offer legal aid for personal injury claims?
Yes, we offer Scottish Legal Aid for eligible cases. We'll assess your circumstances during the free initial consultation to determine funding options including Legal Aid or No Win No Fee arrangements.
Can I claim compensation for an industrial disease?
Yes, we handle industrial disease claims for conditions like asbestos-related illnesses, vibration white finger, and occupational deafness. We help trace employment history to identify liable parties and secure appropriate compensation.
