At AQ Archers, our experienced solicitors handle personal injury claims with professionalism and efficiency. We have been assisting clients over 14 years with various injury claims ensuring that each case is managed with care and expertise. Our team has extensive knowledge of the legal processes involved and can represent clients in claims ranging from minor injuries to complex cases, including:

• Small Claims
• Fast Track Claims
• Intermediate Claims (various bands)
• Multi-Track Claims

Types of Personal Injury Matters We Handle

We currently offer assistance in the following areas:

• Accidents at Work (Employer Liability).
• Road Traffic Accidents, including cyclists, motorists, pedestrians, and passengers.

Legal Fees

Hourly Rates

Our legal fees are charged on an hourly basis:

• Mr. M. Asghar Khan (Solicitor): £312.00 plus £62.40 VAT.
• Mr. Raja Khurram (Solicitor): £312.00 plus £62.40 VAT.

• Other Caseworkers: £139.00–£204.00 plus VAT (£27.80–£40.80), depending on seniority and experience.

For further details, please refer to the Solicitors’ Guideline Hourly Rates – GOV.UK.

Fixed Fees or Conditional Fee Agreements

If your claim qualifies for a specific fixed-fee arrangement or Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), this will be discussed and agreed with you in advance. The agreed fee, plus expenses, will represent the legal costs payable by you, minus any recovery from your opponent.

Pay If You Win: Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA)

Under a CFA (commonly known as “No Win, No Fee” agreement), you only pay our legal fees if you win and receive compensation for your claim.

• Success Fee: 25% of your settlement amount, inclusive of VAT, is deducted from your compensation.
• If your claim is unsuccessful, you will not be required to pay our legal fees.

Key Features of the CFA

• Covers:
  • Claims against negligent parties.
  • Applications for pre-action or non-party disclosure.
  • Opponent appeals or enforcement of judgments.
  • Negotiations and cost assessments related to your claim.
• Excludes:
  • Counterclaims against you.
  • Appeals you make against final judgments or orders.

Maximum Fee Deduction

The maximum deduction from your settlement is capped at 25% of:

1. General damages for pain, suffering, and loss of amenity.
2. Damages for past pecuniary losses (excluding future pecuniary loss).
   The maximum limit includes VAT and applies to damages net of any amounts recoverable by the Compensation Recovery Unit of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Unsuccessful Claims

If you lose your claim, you will generally benefit from Qualified One-Way Cost Shifting (QOCS), which means you are not usually liable for the opponent’s costs unless:

1. The proceedings are struck out.
2. The claim is deemed fundamentally dishonest.
3. The claim includes financial benefits for someone else.

While you do not pay our charges if you lose, you may still need to cover expenses and disbursements unless you have taken out insurance (see below).

Legal Expense Insurance (LEI) and After-the-Event Insurance (ATE)

Legal Expense Insurance (LEI)

You may already have LEI through your existing insurance policies (e.g., motor or home insurance) or memberships with certain organizations. LEI provides legal protection and covers costs for bringing or defending claims.

After-the-Event Insurance (ATE)

If you do not have LEI, you may consider purchasing ATE insurance cover, which provides protection against certain costs, such as disbursements, if your claim is unsuccessful.

• ATE insurance is optional but recommended to reduce your financial risks.
• Late purchase of ATE insurance may incur increased premiums, and some providers may refuse coverage at the elater stage.

Low Prospects of Success

If we assess that your claim has a low likelihood of success, we will be unable to handle your claim on a CFA basis. In such cases, we will advise you on alternative funding arrangements.

Why Choose AQ Archers?

• Proven Track Record: Over a decade of experience in personal injury claims.
• Comprehensive Support: From initial consultation to claim resolution.
• No Win, No Fee: Pay only if you win, ensuring financial peace of mind.

We will assess your claim and determine whether we can assist you under a Conditional Fee Agreement or other funding arrangements.

Contact Us

If you wish to discuss your personal injury matter or explore your options, please contact us for a free initial consultation:
Call: 020 7791 3223
Email: info@aqarchers.co.uk