Many people are unsure whether making a claim feels right for them — understanding your reasons helps you make a confident, informed choice.
You are not alone in feeling unsure
It’s common to have mixed emotions after an accident — hesitation doesn’t mean your claim isn’t valid.
If you are unsure whether to claim compensation for personal injury arising from an accident, you are not alone.
We find this is a common concern for many injury victims who think they may have a claim.
Even if you think there’s a good chance you could successfully claim compensation for an injury you have received as the result of an accident, you wonder whether you want the ‘hassle’ of doing so. Or whether it is the ‘right’ thing to do.
At Moray Claims, we speak to many people across Moray and the Highlands who share this uncertainty, and we always start by helping them understand their options — never by pushing them to claim.
Take time to decide
You don’t have to rush — but knowing the time limits ensures you don’t accidentally lose your right to claim.
Time limits apply to personal injury claims but, for most injury victims, time is not of the essence.
You don’t need to make up your mind about claiming either today, tomorrow or even next week.
You can take some time to reflect and decide what’s best for you.
A short conversation with a solicitor can clarify your options without any commitment — sometimes that’s all you need to feel clear.
It’s not just about money
Compensation is often secondary to justice, accountability, or practical recovery — and those are valid reasons too.
While the law measures claims in money, most of our clients say their real motivations include fairness, closure, or helping prevent similar accidents.
Personal injury claims are about compensation. The law only values these claims in money terms.
In our experience, however, receiving compensation is just one element in a person’s decision to claim for personal injury. For some people, the money is a minor consideration, compared to other reasons they might have.
If you have doubts about whether or not to make a claim for compensation, you might find it helpful to see what various clients of Grigor & Young / Moray Claims have said about their reasons for claiming.
Their comments may help you see that you are not alone in your reasoning or perhaps draw to your attention other relevant factors which you had not considered up to now.
Questions People Often Ask Before Deciding to Claim
These reflect some of the real concerns discussed in our free eBook, “5 Reasons Why People in Moray Claim for Personal Injury.”.
Lost earnings can be one of the strongest reasons to consider a claim. Compensation isn’t just about pain and suffering — it’s about recovering what you’ve actually lost, so you can focus on getting well.
It can. Many people decide to claim because they felt their employer ignored or dismissed what happened. Making a claim can sometimes be the only way to have the situation taken seriously and to ensure safer conditions in future.
That’s a personal decision, but many clients tell us that taking action helped them feel that accountability was restored. A claim isn’t about revenge — it’s about recognising what went wrong and setting it right.
Often, yes. When you make a claim, it highlights what went wrong and can lead to better safety measures, clearer procedures, and fewer accidents in the future.
You can absolutely use a local solicitor. In fact, having an accredited specialist nearby often makes the process easier and more personal — you can speak directly to the person handling your case whenever you need.
Learn more – Download our free eBook
Reading about others’ experiences can help you see your own situation more clearly and decide what truly matters to you.
This 16-page PDF document will help you get clear in your mind what your motivating factors are for making a claim – and whether your desire to claim is sufficiently strong to justify doing something about it.
What you will learn
You will learn about 5 common reasons for injured persons deciding to get legal advice about a possible claim for personal injury compensation – including –
- Why the extent to which you are out of pocket as a result of the accident can be an important factor.
- The role that accident prevention can play.
- How your employer’s attitude following an accident at work can influence your decision.
- Why the degree of carelessness of the person who caused you to be injured might be important.
Click the cover image below to download the eBook
Note: When you click on the image, above, the download will begin immediately (PDF format; 3.3 MB).
You do not require to provide any personal information or an email address to us.
As set out below, we would be glad to receive any feedback, comments or questions you may have on the content of the eBook. However, there are ‘no strings attached’ here. We’re not asking for anything in return for the download of this (we hope) useful information.
How we can help
A short chat can answer practical questions and save you time — whether or not you decide to claim.
If you have any questions you want to put to us about whether or not to make a personal injury claim – or anything else to do with personal injury claims – feel free to get in touch with us. Here are reviews/testimonials from some of the people we have helped – mostly local to Moray.
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- to see where gaps exist in the information provided by us
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Every enquiry we receive helps us improve the information we provide to the community.
You can contact us by phoning 01343 544077 or by sending us a Free Online Enquiry.
Key takeaway: It’s normal to feel uncertain after an accident. Taking time to understand your reasons — and getting clear, pressure-free advice — helps you make the right decision for you.
