What if you don’t have to face this alone?
When a road traffic accident changes life in an instant and the future feels uncertain, you are left with more questions than answers. In these difficult moments, you need legal experts by your side who can help you find a way forward.
Our What if campaign is built on the real questions people ask after serious injury. It speaks to fear, uncertainty, hope and resilience - and the need for clarity, care and someone to stand with them.

What if you don’t even know where to start?
As the UK’s number one personal injury legal experts*, we listen to you and your situation, and secure the compensation, care and rehabilitation you need.- The future can feel uncertain after a serious injury, but the right support makes all the difference. Watch the video to find out more about our ‘What if’ campaign.
What if you can get the right help, right now?
If your family’s world has been turned upside down after a road traffic accident, our team will be by your side to help you move forward.
We shape our legal advice around what matters most to you and your family, fighting to get you access to the medical care, rehabilitation, and financial support you need to build the best life possible.
While your dedicated legal advisor works through your claim, they can guide you towards the right people within our wider team who can help you with rehabilitation, counselling, and any welfare and benefit needs you may have.

What if progress comes in small steps?
The truth is that nobody thinks a serious accident will happen to them or their family. And, if it does, you might not know where to turn.
We start by listening to your story, so we can understand what went wrong and how it has impacted you and your loved ones. By getting to know you and what matters most, we can make sure our advice is always tailored to your needs and the outcomes you want.
Together, we’ll help you map out what’s next – whether it’s compensation, answers, or extra support – so you can protect your family’s long-term financial, physical and emotional wellbeing.
Read our 5* TrustPilot review
"My dad had a very serious RTC and was run over. He had many breaks and required several surgeries. He was visited in hospital and they took his case.
He was given clear instructions on what would happen next and they processed his claim. This included instructing experts to report on the impact of his injuries and how he would be affected going forward.
A fair settlement was obtained from the insurers within the timescales we were informed of at the outset." - Anonymous client
Meet Laura from our Personal Injury team
Laura is a Partner in our Serious Injury team.
She specialises in supporting clients who have sustained life‑changing injuries, helping them access the financial support and rehabilitation they need.

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You can claim compensation for a wide variety of accidents on our roads—find out more about them here and get in touch if you think you might have a claim.*Number one ranking is based on the Legal 500 2026. To verify, please visit irwinmitchell.com/verify
