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Why Choose George Ide as Your Road Traffic Accident Solicitors in Sussex?

  • At George Ide LLP, our experienced car accident solicitors will guide you through the claims process, ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve.
  • With over 50 years of handling road traffic accident (RTA) claims, we offer personalised support to each client.

  • Our solicitors work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome, whether through negotiation or court proceedings.

  • We operate on a no-win, no-fee basis where appropriate, meaning there’s no financial risk in seeking our legal representation.

A FEW KIND WORDS

“I am writing to thank you on behalf of my nephew and myself for all your help and hard work that enabled the positive outcome this week…”

“In particular I wish to thank you for your patience, positivity and understanding in dealing with his frustrations which at times seemed to overwhelm…”

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Why Choose George Ide LLP?

At George Ide LLP, we offer no-win, no-fee agreements where appropriate to all car accident claimants. This means that there’s no financial risk to you if the claim fails, assuming you have been honest and accurate in the information you have provided to us. If your claim is successful, our fees will be a pre-agreed percentage of the compensation awarded.

This arrangement ensures peace of mind and allows you to focus on your recovery without worrying about upfront legal costs.

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50+ Years of Expertise

For more than 50 years, we have cultivated a well-earned reputation for excellence, becoming recognised as trusted experts in the personal injury field.

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Specialists for a Wide Range Claims

From road traffic accidents and workplace injuries to medical negligence and catastrophic events, we are equipped to provide tailored advice and unwavering support.

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Proud of Our Reviews & Success Stories

We are proud of the positive outcomes we achieve and the strong relationships we build, reflecting our dedication to excellence in personal injury claims.

How to Make a Car Accident Claim

The process of making a road accident claim may seem daunting but with George Ide LLP, you’ll have expert guidance at every step. Here’s how it works:

Step 1: Immediate Actions at the Scene

After a road accident, ensure your safety and that of others. Call the emergency services if necessary and gather as much evidence as possible. Take photos of the accident scene, damage to vehicles, and any visible injuries. Note down the contact details of the witnesses and the other driver(s) involved.

Step 2: Reporting to the Police and Insurers

It’s important to report the incident to the police if the accident is serious or if the other driver is uninsured or refuses to share details.

Step 3: Consult a Car Accident Solicitor

Contact us for a free consultation and we will discuss the details and validity of your car accident compensation claim. If you proceed, we’ll begin gathering evidence and building your case.

Step 4: Medical Assessment and Gathering Evidence

We’ll arrange for a medical assessment to document any injuries and provide the necessary reports to support your claim. We will also work with you to collect additional evidence, such as witness statements, accident reports, and expert testimony.

In appropriate cases, we can organise and assist with any rehabilitation you may need such as scans and physiotherapy, and help with treatment for psychological symptoms.

Step 5: Negotiation and Settlement

In most cases, we’ll negotiate a settlement of the claim with the other party’s insurers. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, with your agreement we’ll take the case to court to fight for your deserved car injury compensation.

Meet our personal injury team

Our experienced personal injury team is led by partner Paul Fretwell, who undertakes difficult, complex and high-value claims and is a well-respected specialist in brain, spine and catastrophic injury cases.

Paul Lewis, George Ide partner and head of accident management, is widely acknowledged as a specialist in personal injury claims resulting mainly from road traffic accidents.

Personal Injury Expertise

Car accidents can result in a wide variety of injuries, ranging from minor to severe. If you’ve been injured in an accident, George Ide LLP will work to ensure that your compensation reflects the full extent of your suffering.

Common injuries we see include:

We also specialise in acting for vulnerable road accident victims including pedestrianscyclists and motorcyclists – and we only work for claimants, so we are always focused on your personal circumstances and individual needs.

Start Your Car Accident Compensation Claim Today

With decades of experience and a proven track record of success, George Ide LLP is the trusted choice for all vehicle accident claims. We offer no-win, no-fee agreements, ensuring that there’s no financial risk to you, and we are dedicated to securing the best possible outcome for our clients.

Get in touch with our expert car accident solicitors today for a free consultation.

Motorcycle Accident Success Story

Our client Mr H, a motorcyclist in his 50s, sustained knee and hip fractures in a road accident and was unfit to return to his job in a workshop as a result. Our personal injury team obtained an early admission of liability as well as interim payments to assist him financially and to provide rehabilitation to help him achieve maximum independence. We settled Mr H’s claim for £420,000 without the need for court proceedings, ensuring his future financial security.

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Client Testimonials

I would just like to thank you for all your hard work in settling my father’s case and in coming to an agreeable settlement with the insurers. Thank you for being so patient with us, and taking time to explain things in layman’s terms. You have led us through this process with ease and my father is very happy to have reached a conclusion in this matter . All your efforts are very much appreciated. Wishing you all the best.

Nancy Ackermann
Paul Lewis

I just wanted to say thank you again for all your efforts on my behalf, your resilience has been outstanding! Thanks to you, and the funds you secured, the process with Dorset has started already, and my new limb should be in my possession on October 4th (within a fortnight!) with the Echelon VT foot. This foot has a greater ankle bend which should help with the hill walking. I am also in much greater comfort in travelling in more testing conditions (when weather is wet especially), with the recent replacement of the 4wd car. This car will be especially useful when we intend to holiday in France with our friends during the winter months. Obviously my thanks are also extended to Lizzy and Karen for their efforts also! With very best wishes and thanks for your ongoing support,

Rusty Brown
Paul Fretwell

Dear Paul. Thank you for you email. I am so pleased that everything has finally come to an acceptable solution. I am grateful for all your attention throughout. I have, at all times, felt supported by yourself and your firm and confident that you were working in my best interests to resolve the claim.

Kind Regards Janet
Paul Lewis

I have worked with George Ide LLP for many years, initially as a support worker but now as a Registered Manager. I have found their brain injury
team, more specifically Paul Fretwell, to be highly efficient, supportive and effective when working alongside me with a very challenging group of clients. Paul and the team at George Ide LLP have secured settlements ranging from £1-6 million and beyond, ensuring financial security and peace of mind for life for the clients and their families.

I have worked closely over many years with Ursula Watt and Stephen Shine in George Ide LLP’s Court of Protection team. I am always impressed by how adaptable and attentive they are in looking after their brain-injured clients who often display challenging behaviour. They are able to communicate in a way our clients understand and work in a very person centered way. They are firm but fair and always have the clients’ best interests at heart. Karl Thompson. Managing Director, THCS Ltd

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I just wanted to drop you a quick email to thank you for all you have done for us regarding our daughter’s burn. You made the process a lot less scary for her so thank you for that and we are pleased with the outcome. Your professionalism and care for our daughter throughout was very much appreciated by us all.

Beth Huxley
Paul Lewis

Thank you for looking after me and my case. Not just a solicitor, you were a supporter and friend from the off. I felt that you ‘got’ me and understood where I was coming from. The very unexpected payout takes a lot of worries away, thank you.

SB
Paul Fretwell

Dear Mr Lewis. First of all I would like to say a huge thank you to you and your team about the hard work, time and money which you spent to deal with my claim. I agree with you that the settlement is reasonable enough and I know that you’ve did your best to get it.

Plamen Krastev
Paul Lewis

Hi Paul. Thank you for your email and all your help over the past 2 years you’ve been fantastic and I would highly recommend you to anyone, I will of course let you no when I revive the funds and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Kind regards,

Sam Halliwell
Paul Lewis

I have received the final settlement cheque and I am happy with this. Thanks again for your services. You’ve been excellent in every way. I would recommend you to anyone. Thanks.

Fazal Mahmood Chishty
Paul Lewis

On a personal note : Thanks for everything you have done, some may say you are just doing your job but the support you offered both in the structure you set up to get me fit again, as well as the emotional counsel you gave got me through one of the most difficult and frightening situations I had dealt with to date. I will certainly be highly recommending you to anyone else that needs such a service. You are a great asset to the firm and hope they know that!

Simon Horn
Paul Lewis

Jasmine has told me that she has now settled and that she can move on with her life.

I would just like to write a brief note of genuine heartfelt thanks from all of us involved. Your company was recommended by a good family friend who works in the BH1 postcode area, at a time when most of us were either in shock or at a loss about how to proceed.

From our very first communication, and the day of your visit to Jasmine’s Mum’s house, you have been thoroughly professional whilst being incredibly caring. You personally, no doubt with the assistance of your team, have allowed Jasmine the opportunity to recover at her own speed, with the assistance of the full spectrum of the medical world, to a point where I honestly believe that she is in a better state mentally and confidence-wise than she was even before the accident.

I would have no hesitation in recommending your Company to anyone unfortunate enough to find themselves in a similar situation.

It is common for people who are expert in their field to state that “I was only doing my job” – well, in this case, I am very glad that it was you who handled Jasmine’s case.

With many Kind Regards

John & Paula Gerken
Paul Fretwell

Just to confirm the safe receipt of the settlement money into my account,and also want to take this opportunity to thank you for all your hard work not just regarding the fee but also treatment wich help me getting in track with normal life after the accident. Again many thanks for all your hard work.

Mauricio Goncalves
Paul Lewis

Contact Our Personal Injury Solicitors

Reach out to us today for expert guidance and compassionate support after an injury. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or a loved one, our experienced personal injury solicitors are here to listen and provide tailored advice.

Call us on 01243 786 668 to speak with a member of our team, or send us a message using our contact form or emailing direct info@georgeide.co.uk.

Let us help you take the first step towards the compensation and recovery you deserve.

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Published on: Last updated: 28th November 2025