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Personal injury glossary - N

If you would like assistance in relation to a possible personal injury claim speak to our experts for guidance on your options on 01616 966 229 or complete our online enquiry form.

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.

Negligence - Failure to act in the way that a reasonable person would in the same situation where a duty of care exists and a loss is caused.

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