Personal injury claims Aberdeen — No Win No Fee solicitors
Reviewed by [Solicitor Name TBC], Personal Injury Solicitor, regulated by the Law Society of Scotland Last reviewed: 31 May 2026
In brief: If you were injured in an accident in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire that was someone else's fault, you may be entitled to claim compensation under Scots law. All claims are handled on a No Win No Fee basis. You have three years from the date of your accident to start a claim.
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Personal injury claims in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Aberdeen is the third largest city in Scotland and the centre of the UK's offshore energy industry. The city and surrounding Aberdeenshire region generate a significant volume of personal injury claims across road traffic accidents, workplace incidents — particularly in the oil and gas supply chain — and public liability accidents.
If you were injured anywhere in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire — in the city centre, Westhill, Portlethen, Inverurie, Stonehaven, Ellon, or any other location — your claim is governed by Scots law and handled by solicitors regulated by the Law Society of Scotland.
Common accidents in Aberdeen giving rise to personal injury claims
Road traffic accidents. The A90 between Aberdeen and Dundee, the A96 Aberdeen to Inverness road, Anderson Drive (Aberdeen's ring road), and Union Street in the city centre are among the busiest and most accident-prone routes in the north-east. The Haudagain roundabout and other major junctions in Aberdeen have been the location of significant road accidents. Road accidents across Aberdeen and the wider Aberdeenshire road network give rise to car accident, motorcycle, cyclist, and pedestrian claims.
Oil and gas sector workplace accidents. Aberdeen's economy is closely linked to the North Sea energy industry. Onshore supply bases, fabrication yards, logistics facilities, and engineering workshops in and around Aberdeen and Peterhead are locations where workplace accidents occur. Manual handling injuries, falls from height, and machinery accidents in these settings regularly give rise to employer liability claims. Claims arising from offshore incidents involve specific legal considerations that a Scottish personal injury solicitor can advise on.
Construction and industrial workplace accidents. Aberdeen's significant construction sector, including major infrastructure and commercial development projects, involves risks of falls from height, plant vehicle incidents, and equipment-related injuries.
Slip, trip and fall accidents. Aberdeen City Council maintains the city's pavements and public footpaths. Defective paving on Union Street, George Street, and residential areas of Aberdeen give rise to pavement trip claims against the council.
Medical negligence. NHS Grampian, which operates Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Woodend Hospital, and a wide network of community facilities across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray, is the relevant defendant in medical negligence claims for Aberdeen-area patients.
How claims are handled in Aberdeen
Personal injury claims arising from accidents in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire are typically raised in Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Castle Street. Higher-value or complex cases may be raised in the All-Scotland Sheriff Personal Injury Court in Edinburgh.
Your solicitor manages the entire process. Most claims settle through negotiation without any court hearing.
Scots law and the Aberdeen energy sector
Workplace accidents in the oil and gas sector around Aberdeen involve Scots law in most cases, though offshore incidents may involve different jurisdictional considerations depending on where the accident occurred. If you were injured working in or around Aberdeen's energy sector, a Scottish personal injury solicitor can advise on which rules apply to your specific situation.
Importantly, Scotland's personal injury rules give Aberdeen accident victims advantages not available to English claimants: no whiplash tariff, no OIC portal, and a three-year time limit that starts at age 16 for children.
No Win No Fee personal injury claims in Aberdeen
All Aberdeen personal injury claims are handled on a No Win No Fee basis. You pay nothing if your claim is unsuccessful.
Find out more about No Win No Fee in Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to make a personal injury claim in Aberdeen?
Three years from the date of your accident. For children, the three-year period begins on their 16th birthday.
Which court handles Aberdeen personal injury claims?
Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Castle Street handles personal injury claims for accidents occurring in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. The All-Scotland Sheriff Personal Injury Court in Edinburgh can also hear claims from this area.
Can I make a medical negligence claim against NHS Grampian?
Yes. Claims against NHS Grampian — including Aberdeen Royal Infirmary — are handled by NHS National Services Scotland's Central Legal Office. A Scottish personal injury solicitor will manage this process on your behalf.
Can I claim for a workplace accident in Aberdeen's oil and gas sector?
Yes, in most cases. Employer liability claims from onshore facilities around Aberdeen follow the same principles as any workplace accident claim in Scotland. Speak to a solicitor about the specific circumstances of your accident.
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