If you are looking for an injury law solicitor in Celbridge, the first thing to know is that we do not need to be based on your street to act for you properly. We work with people across this part of north Kildare, including Leixlip about 4 kilometres away, Ardclough and Straffan each around 5 kilometres from Celbridge, and we deal with matters by phone, email, video call and in person where that suits the client better. Injury Law Solicitor is the practice-area website of Mary Molloy & Company Solicitors, and the files from this area are handled by Richard O’Shea.
What people in Celbridge usually want to know before they get in touch
Most callers from Celbridge start with a few of the same questions. Was the accident their fault, or someone else’s, or a bit of both? Is there still time to do something about it? What proof will actually be needed? These are fair questions, and the honest answer is that it depends on the specifics, the type of accident, and the current law, which is why we talk it through rather than give a one-line answer over email.
The injuries people bring to us from this area are the ordinary kind: road traffic collisions on the routes around Celbridge and Leixlip, falls in shops or car parks, workplace accidents, and the occasional sports or student injury. We also hear from people who were the victim of a crime, or who were injured through bullying or mistreatment at work. None of these are unusual, and we are used to hearing the detail before deciding what, if anything, can be done.
Putting the file together before a claim goes anywhere
Before any claim is formally submitted, we need to understand what actually happened. That means medical records, any incident report that was filed at the time, photographs if there are any, and the names of people who saw what occurred. Gathering this early, while memories and paperwork are still fresh, makes a real difference later on.
What a case involves, and what it costs to bring, depends on how complex it is, how much work is needed and how long it takes to resolve. We do not put a figure on that until we know the details, so the sensible next step is to get in touch and ask us to go through it with you, rather than guess from a general description.
Covering Celbridge, Leixlip, Ardclough and Straffan
Celbridge lies in County Kildare, about 16 kilometres north-east of Naas, with Leixlip, Ardclough and Straffan all close by. We take instructions from clients across this stretch of north Kildare in the same way we do from people in Kilkenny and Dublin, where our offices are based, so distance from Celbridge is not something that stops a matter moving forward.
Whether you are in Celbridge itself or one of the surrounding villages, the practical steps are the same: you contact us, we talk through what happened, and we tell you plainly what we think the next step should be.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to travel to an office to make a claim?
No. We work with clients from Celbridge and the surrounding area by phone, email and video call, and in person where that is useful. You can start by contacting us through the website.
How long do I have to make a claim?
Time limits depend on the type of claim and the circumstances, and the current law applies differently case by case. It is best to get in touch as soon as you can so we can advise on your particular situation.
What should I bring to a first conversation?
Anything you have relating to the accident helps: medical records, photographs, an incident report if one exists, and details of anyone who witnessed what happened. If you are missing something, we can advise on how to get it.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Your position depends on your circumstances and the current law; please get advice on your own situation. In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement.