A personal injury solicitor is a lawyer who provides legal assistance to someone who has injured himself because of negligence or unlawful activity done by a person or company. The personal injury solicitor should have enough knowledge about damages that are done to individual's property, repute or rights.

Deciding on a personal injury lawyer is not an easy job and choosing the right lawyer will assure you of getting a claim. In order to help you find the right lawyer, here are a few pointers that you should keep in mind.

1. Check whether the lawyer is the member of The Law Society's Personal Injury Panel.

Lawyers who are a part of this panel can be hired with confidence as they have met the strict requirements of the panel and they go through numerous assessments every year at the panel.

2. Check whether the lawyer is accredited.

'The Chambers UK Guide To The Legal Profession' is considered to be the best source for searching top-notch personal injury solicitors in United Kingdom. On the recommendation of the market, solicitors are added to the list.

3. Check whether the lawyer is experienced or not.

Experience will help you understand whether the lawyer can effectively deal with your case. Those lawyers who have years of experience have better understanding about the law and related practices. Choose a lawyer who has won many cases. This will give you a psychological advantage as you will be aware that your case is in safe hands.

4. Find out in which kind of injury cases the solicitor specialises.

The solicitor that you choose should have experience in dealing with the kind of injury that pertains to you. He will make sure you get the best possible treatment as well as tactfully deal with you case so that you can get your claim.

5. Charge for availing the service of personal injury lawyer.

Hire those lawyers who will only charge you if they win the case. If they do not win the case, the lawyer should not ask you to pay. If for any reason your claim fails, you may have to pay the expenses and fees to the opponent. Hence, it is advisable to go for a solicitor who does not charge you even if you lose the case.

6. Deductions from compensation.

If your claim is successful, you will be expected to pay service charge which is usually paid by the solicitor of your opponent. Your solicitor should make sure you get 100% compensation.

7. Connection with rehabilitation and treatment clinics.

An injury can considerably change the life of a person and it is a fact that no amount of compensation can repair the damage that has been done to the life of the victim. Solicitors have good connection with rehabilitation and treatment clinics. Hence, you choose a solicitor that will assist you to find the best treatment center for you.

8. Meeting the solicitor.

You should get in touch with the solicitor in person to explain him your case. The solicitor should be happy to visit you at your house or at the hospital.