Understanding No Win, No Fee: What It Really Means
- sarahhitchengibbon
- Jun 19
- 2 min read
If you've ever considered making a personal injury claim, you've probably come across the phrase "no win, no fee." It sounds reassuring — but what does it actually mean in practice?
At SHG Law, we believe in being clear, transparent, and upfront about how the process works. So here’s everything you need to know about no win, no fee agreements and how they protect you when making a personal injury claim.
💡 What is a No Win, No Fee Agreement?
A no win, no fee agreement (officially called a Conditional Fee Agreement) means you don’t pay anything upfront to start your claim. You only pay legal fees if your claim is successful.
If your case doesn’t succeed, you won’t owe us a penny for our work.
💷 How Do Legal Fees Work If You Win?
If your claim is successful, the losing side (usually an insurance company) will pay most of your legal costs. You may also pay a success fee, which is:
A percentage of your compensation
Agreed upon before your claim starts
Capped by law (currently at 25% of the compensation you receive for your injury and financial losses)
We’ll be completely upfront with you about this from day one — no surprises, no hidden costs.
🛡️ What About the Risk of Losing?
If you don’t win your case, you:
Don’t pay us anything
May be protected from paying the other side’s legal costs through After The Event (ATE) insurance
We’ll explain how ATE insurance works and whether it’s right for your situation.
🤔 Why Choose a No Win, No Fee Option?
✅ No financial risk to start your claim
✅ Access to justice without upfront costs
✅ We’re motivated to win — because we don’t get paid unless we do
✅ It gives you peace of mind and confidence to take legal action
⚖️ What Types of Claims Qualify?
Most personal injury claims are eligible for no win, no fee support, including:
Road traffic accidents
Accidents at work
Public place injuries
Medical negligence
Slips, trips, and falls
Not sure if your case qualifies? We’ll give you free, honest advice about your options.
🤝 Why Choose SHG Law?
We don’t just handle claims — we support real people through difficult times. With SHG Law, you’ll get:
An experienced personal injury lawyer
Friendly, straight-talking advice
A no-nonsense approach to securing the compensation you deserve
📞 Start Your Claim With Confidence
Ready to talk? Whether you're unsure about your eligibility or want to know how much your claim might be worth, we’re here to help.
📱 01422 730120 - 01828 914099
SHG Law – Legal help that puts you first, with no upfront costs and no unnecessary stress.
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