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This personal injury glossary provides explanations in plain English of a number of technical terms you may encounter in the process of pursuing a personal injury claim.
Time bar - When the “limitation period” for bringing a claim has passed. After this time, it is no longer possible to bring legal action.
Trial - When a claim proceeds to court, it is heard at a trial.
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It is our business to deliver legal services that work for our clients, and you can trust our specialists to take care of things on your behalf.
Stephensons were amazing, they took me through the whole case step by step and kept me updated all the time. I'm so happy it's over now and the case is closed thanks to the team. I could not thank you guys enough.
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