No win, no fee claims in Stoke-on-Trent: What you need to know

Being injured because someone else was careless is bad enough, but having to worry about solicitor fees just to make a claim adds insult to injury.

This is where no win, no fee claims come in. Also known as Conditional Fee Agreements (CFAs), they offer a straightforward way to get legal help without putting your finances on the line. In Stoke-on-Trent, where road traffic collisions, industrial injuries and NHS errors happen more often than they should, this kind of legal support matters.

At Marley Solicitors, we’ve helped hundreds of local clients across Stoke-on-Trent get compensated through no win, no fee arrangements. From Hanley to Longton, from Burslem to Trent Vale, we know the city, we know the legal system and we know how to win.

What is a no win, no fee claim?

A no win, no fee claim is a legal agreement where your solicitor only gets paid if your claim succeeds. If it doesn’t, you pay nothing for their work. There’s no upfront cost and no financial risk in taking legal action.

When your claim wins, your solicitor’s success fee, a capped percentage, is deducted from the compensation awarded. It’s fully explained at the start of the process, so you always know what to expect.

This approach works for people who:

• Can’t afford legal bills upfront
• Want a solicitor who’s invested in winning
• Need help accessing justice without extra financial stress

It’s a simple idea, but one that’s changed the legal landscape for injured people across the UK.

Can I make a no win, no fee claim in Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, absolutely. If someone else caused your injury or loss, and there’s evidence to back it up, your case could qualify for no win, no fee funding. Marley Solicitors handles many different types of claims in Stoke-on-Trent, including:

• Car, bike and pedestrian accidents on busy roads like the A500, A50 and around Potteries Way
• Workplace injuries, particularly in warehouses, logistics hubs and factories in Longton, Meir and Tunstall
• Medical negligence involving misdiagnosis or surgical error at Royal Stoke University Hospital or Haywood Hospital
• Dental negligence, often related to extractions or root canals gone wrong
• Slips, trips and public injuries in supermarkets, retail parks or poorly maintained council properties
• Consumer injury claims, including burns, allergic reactions or faulty product injuries from local salons or shops

Local knowledge matters

Stoke-on-Trent isn’t London. It’s not Manchester either. It’s a working-class city with deep roots in physical labour, tight-knit communities and a pace of life that’s different from the legal industry’s London bubble.

We’ve represented clients who:

• Got hit by uninsured drivers near Trentham Roundabout
• Fell on ice-covered pavements in Burslem that hadn’t been gritted
• Suffered hearing damage from machinery in a Longton ceramics factory
• Were misdiagnosed at NHS clinics in Tunstall and left with long-term complications

We understand how local authorities, employers and insurers operate in this city. We know what evidence to request and where to find the proof that turns a weak claim into a winning one.

What are the most common claims in Stoke-on-Trent?

Here’s a breakdown of the personal injury and negligence cases we handle most frequently under no win, no fee terms:

Road traffic accidents

• Rear-end collisions on congested city roads
• Roundabout crashes caused by failure to give way
• Cyclist injuries due to poor visibility or lack of signage
• Pedestrian knockdowns on zebra crossings near Hanley and Shelton

Workplace accidents

• Falls from height on construction sites in Meir and Fenton
• Back injuries from poor manual handling in warehouses
• Crush injuries from forklift and pallet truck incidents
• Repetitive strain injuries from long shifts at packing stations

Medical and dental negligence

• Misdiagnosed fractures or infections
• Delays in cancer referrals
• Poor surgical outcomes with lasting impact
• Nerve damage from rushed dental procedures

Public liability claims

• Broken ankles from uneven paving in public parks
• Slipping due to unkempt business premises

How the process works

We believe legal help should be easy to access and simple to follow. Here’s how the no win, no fee process works with Marley Solicitors:

1. Initial consultation – we listen to your story and assess your claim’s strength
2. We offer a no win, no fee agreement – if it qualifies, we draw up clear terms
3. Evidence gathering begins – we request medical records, CCTV, accident reports and witness statements
4. We build your case – including medical assessments or expert opinions if needed
5. Negotiation – we contact the responsible party or their insurer to seek fair compensation
6. Court action (if necessary) – if they won’t pay, we prepare for court
7. You get compensated – if your claim succeeds, we deduct the success fee, and you get the rest

If your claim doesn’t win, you pay nothing to us.

How much compensation can I expect?

Compensation varies based on:

• Severity of your injury
• Financial losses (wages, treatment costs, transport, care)
• Long-term impact on your life
• Emotional or psychological distress

Here are general estimates for personal injury compensation:

• Minor soft tissue injuries: £1,000–£4,000
• Moderate fractures or dislocations: £6,000–£20,000
• Long-term disability or disfigurement: £25,000–£100,000+
• Severe, life-changing injury: £250,000 and beyond

We’ll give you a tailored estimate based on evidence, not guesswork.

FAQs

Can I claim if I was partly to blame?

Yes. This is called “contributory negligence”. You may still receive compensation; however, it will be diminished in accordance with your proportion of liability. For example, if you were 25 percent responsible, your payout would be reduced by 25 percent.

What if the other person wasn’t insured?

It’s still possible to claim. In motor accident cases, the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) may step in to cover compensation. For other situations, we’ll explore available routes, whether that’s employers’ liability insurance or public liability cover.

Is there a deadline to claim?

Yes. The time limit is usually three years from the date of the incident or the date you became aware of the harm. If you miss this deadline, your case may be barred from court. Don’t wait too long; we recommend speaking to us as early as possible.

Why choose Marley Solicitors?

We’re not a national claims farm. We’re not a faceless call centre. We’re a legal team that works closely with every client, especially those in and around Stoke-on-Trent.

Clients come to us because:

• We don’t waste time; you’ll know where you stand from day one
• We don’t speak legal jargon; we explain things in plain English
• We don’t chase volume; we chase results
• We’re local; we know how to win in this postcode

Whether your injury happened on the A500, in a warehouse on Festival Park, or during a botched medical procedure in a local hospital, we have the tools, the track record and the experience to handle it.

Take action today

If you’ve been injured, you’ve got two choices. You can accept what happened and carry the cost, or you can take a stand with a team that backs you every step of the way.

At Marley Solicitors, we offer no win, no fee representation that puts you in control. No upfront fees. No hidden costs. Just clear advice, expert representation and a real shot at justice.

We’ve helped people across Stoke-on-Trent recover after life-changing events. We’ll help you too.

Call Marley Solicitors today for a free, no-obligation consultation. Let’s find out if you’ve got a claim, and if you do, we’ll help you get every penny you’re entitled to.