Legal support
For many people bereaved or seriously injured in a road crash, specialist legal advice can be an important source of support. It may help with matters such as wills, probate and potential claims. Choosing a solicitor with relevant expertise can make a significant difference.
The Road Victims Trust Legal Panel has been created to offer individuals and families additional reassurance at a time when decisions can feel overwhelming.
Each firm on our panel has been selected through a robust and transparent due-diligence process. We assessed specialist expertise in fatal and serious injury cases, regulatory standing, client care standards, and experience in supporting vulnerable people.
Firms are appointed only if they meet our published standards and agree to uphold the values and ethos of our Trust.
Our support services remain entirely free and independent. There is no obligation to use a panel firm, and individuals are free to choose any solicitor.
Panel firms make a financial donation to The Road Victims Trust in support of our charitable work. These donations help us continue providing free specialist support to those affected by road collisions. This arrangement does not influence the advice you receive or your freedom to choose legal representation. Our role is to provide information and carefully vetted options so that individuals can make informed decisions based on their own circumstances.
Our Legal Panel
Our family-first approach means we focus on you and your family when your lives have been changed by serious injury or the death of a loved one. When someone is seriously injured or a loved one has been killed, the impact affects the entire family.
We support you and those closest to you through complex situations, including inquests, coronial proceedings and parallel criminal investigations. From the outset, we work to secure early rehabilitation, practical support and financial stability alongside your legal claim.
A road death or catastrophic injury affects every part of family life. We provide clear, compassionate advice and steady guidance at a time when decisions can feel overwhelming.
How We Support You
Following a fatal or life-changing road collision, families are often coping with shock, grief and uncertainty about what to do next. We make accessing legal and practical support as straightforward as possible.
From the first conversation, we focus on what matters most to you. That may include inquest representation, financial security, early rehabilitation or simply clarity about the process ahead.
Our Client Support Manager works alongside our legal team from an early stage, carrying out needs assessments, liaising with medical and rehabilitation professionals and helping families access community support. We assist with housing, benefits, adaptations and day-to-day practical challenges, ensuring legal strategy and real-world support move together.
We seek early interim payments to reduce financial pressure while a case progresses. We explain each stage clearly and ensure you feel informed, supported and in control.
Our Specialist Expertise
HCC Solicitors has extensive experience representing families following fatal road collisions, including cases involving complex liability disputes, criminal investigations and substantial civil claims.
In addition to road traffic fatality and injury claims, we provide inquest representation, Court of Protection support and advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney and Wills. This integrated approach means families can access immediate legal representation and longer-term protection in one place. Our Court of Protection and Private Client teams work closely with our injury lawyers to safeguard vulnerable clients and protect their financial and personal welfare.
Our aim is simple: to reduce the burden on you, manage the legal complexities and ensure you have the practical, emotional and financial support required during an extremely difficult time.
Contact
Patrick Maguire
Managing Partner for the South
Patrick.maguire@hccsolicitors.com
07775 808 820
Brian Barr Solicitors are leading specialist solicitors supporting those affected by serious and catastrophic injuries following a road traffic incident. Recommended as a leading firm by the Legal 500 and Chambers directories this year, we are a dedicated team who are passionate about helping clients in a caring, understanding and professional manner. We understand how life-changing a road incident can be on your physical and mental health, your daily life, and also your relationships with family and lovely ones, which is why we work tirelessly to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
With over 60 years’ combined experience, our team has garnered an unparalleled reputation in respect of our expertise handling the complexities of this area of law and our understanding of disability, chronic pain, serious injury is second to none. With a deep commitment to both our clients and broader road safety initiatives, we are renowned for representing clients in complex cases, particularly those involving chronic pain conditions such as CRPS and fibromyalgia, securing the best possible outcome for our clients.
Contact
Steven Akerman
steven.akerman@brianbarr.co.uk
0161 737 9248
Fletchers Solicitors is a nationally recognised law firm specialising in helping victims and their families with serious injuries. We have extensive experience supporting people affected by fatal, life-changing and catastrophic road collisions, including cases involving bereavement, brain injury, spinal injury and complex psychological trauma.
We understand that the impact of a serious road collision goes far beyond legal issues. Our role is to provide clarity, reassurance and practical support at what is often one of the most difficult times in a person’s life.
Our lawyers are highly experienced in representing:
- Families bereaved following fatal road collisions
- Individuals who have sustained life-changing injuries
- Those affected by long-term physical, cognitive or psychological harm
We work closely with the team at the Road Victims Trust, other support services and rehabilitation providers to ensure clients receive joined-up support tailored to their individual needs.
Our Approach: Support Beyond Compensation
At Fletchers Solicitors, we believe that effective legal support must be holistic. In addition to pursuing compensation, we focus on helping clients access:
- Early rehabilitation and therapeutic support
- Specialist medical and psychological care
- Practical guidance around benefits, care needs and future planning
- Ongoing emotional support and signposting relevant organisations
We take a compassionate, client-centred approach, ensuring people feel heard, supported and informed throughout the legal process.
How to Access Our Support
Individuals may choose to make contact following information provided by The Road Victims Trust or they can approach Fletchers Solicitors directly using the details below. Initial conversations are informal and designed to provide reassurance, answer questions and explain available options with no obligation to proceed. We understand that people may not be ready to make legal decisions immediately, and we will always work at your pace.
Contact
Clients referred through the Road Victims Trust will have direct access to experienced, dedicated solicitors within our team:
Hannah Clarke
hannahclarke@fs.co.uk
07940 923 983
Siobhan Thacker
siobhanthacker@fs.co.uk
07787 284 219
Both Hannah and Siobhan have significant experience supporting individuals and families affected by serious and fatal road collisions and will guide clients through the next steps with care and sensitivity.
CFG is a specialist law firm supporting people whose lives have been changed by serious injury or bereavement following a road traffic collision. We recognise that it can be an extremely difficult time for you and your family, and we’re here to provide clear, practical support when you need it most.
Our team has extensive experience in serious and catastrophic injury claims, including cases involving life-changing injuries and fatal collisions. We focus on securing the support, rehabilitation and financial security you may need, while approaching every case with care, professionalism and respect.
Alongside our legal team, CFG has dedicated rehabilitation and support coordinators with backgrounds in nursing, occupational therapy, social care and sports rehabilitation. They are available to provide immediate practical support and to signpost you to other charities and organisation that may be able to help, even where there is no legal claim.
We also have a free app, Community Compass, designed to help people affected by road traffic collisions find trusted support, services and information in one place. It also provides a place for people to connect, share real-life experiences and find the support and inspiration they need to move forward.
From your first conversation with us, we will explain your options clearly and take the time to understand what matters most to you. There is no obligation and all enquiries are completely free.
Contact
Phone: 0800 612 8196
All of our team are available to handle any enquiry but if you would like to contact a named solicitor direct:
Lorna Burns
lorna.burns@cfglaw.co.uk
07732 687 406
Celia Fraser
celia.fraser@cfglaw.co.uk
07891 417 609
At Slater and Gordon, we are one the country’s leading law firms who specialise in handling serious injury cases, particularly those with life-changing consequences and fatal claims resulting from road traffic collisions.
We understand the profound impact this can have on all aspects of life, both for the victims and their families. With our knowledge and experience, our dedicated legal experts are skilled at navigating these complex cases ensuring that every client receives the highest level of support. Our expert-led approach is comprehensive, covering not just the legal process but also the ongoing support necessary.
We offer a range of services to support our clients including:
- Access to early rehabilitation and emotional support
- Dedicated In-House Rehabilitation Team who can provide advice and guidance on a range of issues including accessing statutory services, benefits, and future planning
- In-House spinal cord injury peer support
- In-House Police Relationship Team who are experienced retired roads policing and family liaison officers who have a national network of police force relationships and can provide guidance on police investigations and answer any questions around Family Liaison Officers.
- Inquest Support – ensuring you are prepared for inquest and have the support required
We’re more than lawyers; we are a support network committed to helping our clients secure the necessary care and resources to rebuild their lives with dignity and resilience after a catastrophic event.
Contact
Service users of Road Victims Trust have direct access to our experienced team.
Tracey Benson – Head of Serious Injury
Tracey.benson@slatergordon.uk
0330 995 5578
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