OUR STORYWe began as a small firm when James Gildea set up his own practice in Baillieston, Glasgow in 1989. In 2001, we had grown and expanded to open offices in Edinburgh, and by 2019, we acquired our sister firm, Fulton’s Solicitors.
Over the years, we have grown into a modern firm with over 60 employees and today the Gildeas name encompasses a network of legal services. Our expertise covers a range of accidents and injuries, from road traffic accidents, dog bites, accidents at work, in public, and medical negligence. Staying true to our founding values, we believe in proudly providing a tailored approach which puts our clients at the heart of everything we do.
Making personal injury personal
We’re passionate about what we do, whilst putting our clients’ interests first. We know how difficult going through an accident can be. We’re fortunate enough to have dedicated experts in our team to help – including Law Society of Scotland accredited personal injury specialists and specially-trained trauma professionals, to our trusted network of vehicle hire, repair, and accident management providers.
Whether you’ve been involved in a minor accident or a more complex case, we can offer a broad range of services to meet your needs. This could involve interim payments of compensation, referral to rehabilitation services, or simply visiting you at a place convenient to you.
Why choose Gildeas Solicitors?
We understand the importance of keeping you up to date throughout all stages of the claims process. Our dedicated New Claims hotline is based in Glasgow, meaning we can respond to you more quickly.
By choosing Gildeas, you benefit from access to our In-House Counsel of topline legal professionals. We’re committed to providing you with only the highest standard of legal representation.
We’re experts in personal injury law. Our solicitors are accredited specialists in personal injury by the Law Society of Scotland, the regulatory body for lawyers.
As a modern firm, we understand how hectic life can be, especially after an accident. Our streamlined claims process means we can correspond in a way that suits you – whether it’s by phone or email, video link, or by visiting you at home or in hospital.
OUR TEAMOur dedicated team are committed to providing every client with exceptional service, always striving to exceed your expectations. We’re passionate about what we do, whilst putting our clients interests first. That’s why we make personal injury personal.
Hassle-free claims on a no-win, no-fee basis
No one should have to go without legal representation due to financial barriers. That’s why we operate on a no-win, no-fee basis, meaning you can focus on your recovery whilst we fight for your compensation. Our team of leading personal injury lawyers will ensure that you are kept fully up to date on your case and will always be on hand to answer any questions you might have.
Don’t just take it from us – check out our track record
We understand that choosing a solicitor might seem overwhelming when you’re suffering from an injury. We’ve been helping clients receive the compensation they deserve for over 35 years, and our client testimonials reflect our commitment to delivering outstanding service. We value all of the feedback we receive and strive to provide you with the highest standard of service possible. See our reviews page. Considering personal injury solicitor services?
Contact our dedicated New Claims team today on 0141 331 6070.
FAQs
Get in touch and we can discuss your claim – Our UK-based dedicated contact team are available online or by calling 0141 331 6070.
Start your claim – Once you’ve started the process, we will contact whomever is responsible for your accident, usually by letter. We will also contact their insurers.
Ensure you keep all relevant evidence – We may ask for medical evidence, payslips to prove your loss of earnings, receipts for damaged equipment, etc.
We begin the process – The insurers will send us a response, which should say whether they’re prepared to admit liability.
If liability is not admitted, we will discuss this with you and how we should respond.
If liability is admitted, we will continue the process and start to ask for the evidence which backs up your claim, such as medical reports.
If no settlement can be achieved through negotiation with the insurers, we will discuss fully with you all options, including the option of going to court. Most cases don’t need to go to court, but we are fully prepared to do so and have in-house counsel which allows us to represent you.
We are experienced in the following areas:
Road traffic accidents
Motorbike and cycling accidents
Accidents at work
Accidents in public or private land, also known as Occupiers and Public Liability claims
Less often, we take on dog bite claims and medical negligence claims.
Still unsure? Contact our dedicated team who will be able to assess if we can proceed with your claim.
The law states that you have 3 years from the accident date to make a claim. However, there are exceptions. For example, if the injury you sustained was severe or you weren’t able to seek medical advice during your recovery.
In any case, it’s advised you contact a specialist personal injury solicitor to represent you. The law surrounding personal injury is complex and changes often. A specialist solicitor should be up to date and able to advise you properly on all aspects of your case.
There are many different things you can claim for. This will all depend on the type of accident you were in, the circumstances, and how severe your injuries were.
Some of the things taken into account when you make a claim are:
Compensation for the pain, suffering and inconvenience arising from the injuries. This ‘inconvenience’ can include travel to medical appointments, or the need to use private healthcare due to urgency or seriousness of the injury.
Compensation for any earnings or other income lost as a result of time off work due to your injuries.
Compensation for damaged equipment and protective gear, e.g., motorbike helmets, jackets, etc.
Compensation to reflect any additional help you needed, e.g., family members, cleaners, etc, or adaptations to your home due to injury, such as a stair lift.
More serious cases could include further compensation due to you being out of work. For example only being able to return to light duties, losing out on your pension, losing promotions or other employment opportunities, and other factors.
Our expert team will make it their priority to handle your case as quickly as possible. However, it varies. Every case is different, and some may take longer than others.
The law details certain time constraints that we have to abide by. This is called the Compulsory Pre-Action Protocol. For example:
The protocol states that once your claim is started, the responsible party’s insurer then has a three-month period to say whether they admit liability for your accident.
Insurance companies must adhere to other certain deadlines as stated by the Compulsory Pre-Action Protocol.
Other factors including evidence, such as medical reports or evidence from employers, can vary and this may take time to receive.
