A personal injury claim is a request for compensation after someone’s negligence or wrongdoing causes injury or illness. You usually need to show that another party owed you a duty of care, breached it, and caused your injury and financial losses, using evidence such as medical records, photographs and witness details. A solicitor can assess the circumstances, explain likely funding options and negotiate with the other side or their insurer. Time limits often apply, commonly three years for many claims, but exceptions exist, so consider speaking to a solicitor regulated by the SRA promptly.