Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Personal Injury Solicitors in Scotland
Established in 1989, Gildeas Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice specialising in personal injury claims across Scotland. With offices in Glasgow and Edinburgh, our team of Law Society of Scotland-accredited specialists brings over 35 years of collective experience to clients navigating complex compensation cases. We prioritise client-centred advocacy, combining legal expertise with empathetic support to ensure tailored solutions for road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, medical negligence, and public liability claims. Our no-win-no-fee model removes financial barriers, allowing clients to focus on recovery while we handle legal proceedings.Backed by a proven track record of successful settlements, we maintain rigorous adherence to professional standards through continuous staff development and strategic partnerships. Our streamlined claims process leverages technology for efficient communication, whether via video conferencing or home visits, ensuring accessibility for clients during challenging times. With a dedicated New Claims hotline and in-house counsel, we provide transparent, jargon-free legal representation that consistently exceeds client expectations.
Services
Road Traffic Accidents
Accidents at Work
Motorbike Accidents
Medical Negligence
Dog Bite Claims
Cycling Accident Claims
Accidents in Public
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in personal injury law
- Our solicitors are accredited specialists by the Law Society of Scotland
- We operate on a no-win, no-fee basis for all claims
- Our dedicated New Claims team provides rapid response times
- We offer flexible communication through video links and home visits
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Scotland
What people say
Dedicated service
Successful compensation
No-win-no-fee
Expert legal team
Client-focused approach
Services
Road Traffic Accidents
We specialise in road traffic accident claims for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Our solicitors help secure compensation for injuries, vehicle damage, and lost earnings. We handle uninsured motorist cases through the Motor Insurers Bureau while providing expert legal guidance throughout the claims process.
Medical Negligence
Our team pursues compensation for substandard medical care including misdiagnosis and surgical errors. We work with independent medical experts to prove negligence while navigating complex legal standards. Claims cover pain and suffering, future earnings loss, and necessary lifestyle adjustments resulting from medical failures.
Accidents at Work
We represent employees injured due to employer negligence in maintaining safe working environments. Our solicitors handle claims for manual handling injuries, equipment failures, and occupational health issues. We ensure clients receive compensation for lost wages, medical treatment, and necessary workplace adaptations.
Cycling Accidents
Specialist support for cyclists injured in collisions with vehicles or due to hazardous road conditions. We recover costs for medical treatment, bike repairs, and lost income while navigating insurance claims. Our team understands the unique challenges faced by cyclists in compensation cases.
Dog Bite Claims
We handle compensation claims for dog attack victims, including injuries from banned breeds. Our solicitors work with insurance providers to cover medical expenses, psychological trauma, and lifestyle modifications. We provide sensitive support while pursuing maximum compensation under the Animals Act 1971.
People
Stephen Hay
Motorbike Lawyer
Stephen Hay leads our motorbike accident team with specialist knowledge gained from both legal practice and personal riding experience. His dual perspective ensures comprehensive understanding of clients' physical, emotional, and financial needs following motorcycle collisions.
Colin Ferguson
Personal Injury Solicitor
Colin Ferguson brings extensive expertise in personal injury law, focusing on complex compensation claims. His approach combines legal precision with empathetic client support, ensuring clear communication and strategic representation throughout the claims process.
Questions
How do I start a personal injury claim?
Contact our Glasgow-based New Claims team with incident details. We'll assess liability, gather evidence, and guide you through the legal process while keeping you informed at every stage.
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We specialise in road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, medical negligence, cycling/motorbike collisions, dog bites, and public liability claims across Scotland.
How long do I have to make a claim?
Most claims must be started within three years of the incident, though exceptions exist for minors or delayed injury discovery. Early consultation ensures better evidence preservation.
What costs can I claim for?
Compensation covers medical expenses, lost earnings, care costs, rehabilitation, and pain and suffering. Specific amounts depend on injury severity and long-term impact on your life.
Do I need to go to court?
Most cases settle out of court through negotiations. Our in-house counsel prepares every case for litigation, ensuring strong representation if court proceedings become necessary.
Reviews (7)
Aurelija Spackauskiene
May 10, 2022
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Gildeas Silicitors was very helpful and answered all questions I had. Smooth and easy communication. No delay with any set tasks. Recommend to others.
Vikki McCabe
Mar 01, 2022
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Could not fault Guldeas solicitors kept upto date with claim and customer service was excellent especially from Danny my claim was a nightmare and his patience was fab
Marta Pior
Feb 19, 2022
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Everything was Quick and without any problems. Good comunication. I knew everything whats going on and when. Big thank you for all team! Highly recommended
Marlene Jackson
Feb 08, 2022
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Couldn't have wished for anything better having this company working on my behalf and Seonaidh who handled my case was a pleasure to work with. She kept me updated on how things were progressing and guided me through with everything happening with my case, she was professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely recommend Gildeas Solicitors to anyone looking for a company to work on their behalf.
Venkatagiri Giri
Feb 08, 2022
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Gildeas solicitors are really amazing solicitors that I came across. They are really helpful because they deal with my insurance case and won on time. seonaidh Currie who deal with me and helps a lot and we got our claim from the third party. It's really good choice to make your cases win, I PERSONNALLY RECOMMEND GILDEAS SOLICITORS.
Paul Dabek
Nov 01, 2021
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Can't fault gildeas solicitors Kirsty keeped me up to date with everything and a great service definitely would use them again
Robin McLeod
Nov 27, 2019
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Very basic level of service, had to continuously ask for updates. They forwarded me a cheque with no breakdown of what they had accomplished. The amount paid out did not cover what was claimed for and they made no effort to challenge this.
