How long do I have to claim after an accident?

If you have had an accident which is someone else’s fault, it is important to be aware that there are time limits for claiming for compensation. Read more

Dog bite claims

It is estimated there are around nine million pet dogs in the UK. But what remedy do you have if you are bitten by someone else’s dog? Read more

Allan McDougall Solicitors sponsor sports awards

Allan McDougall Solicitors are delighted to be the main sponsor of the Knox Sports Awards 2018. Read more

New Bill set to improve access to justice

A new Bill passed by the Scottish Government on 1 May is set to bring about a number of positive changes in relation to access to justice. Read more

Potholes, local authorities' liability and what we can do

As the number of potholes and other road defects increase, so too does the risk of injury to road users and pedestrians. Read more

Industrial deafness

Industrial deafness is currently the most common 'occupational disease', accounting for around 75% of all occupational disease claims. Read more

Asbestos related disease compensation claims

Every year in the UK several thousand people are diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease Read more

Thought you can't claim compensation as you were partly to blame? Think again

Even if you are partially to blame for an accident, you may still be able to receive compensation Read more

Funding a personal injury case

If you're thinking about claiming compensation for an accident, you might well be confused by the adverts on television, radio and elsewhere about the best way to... Read more

Winter weather accidents

In the winter months, bad weather can cause hazards in many activities that are part of our daily life. Read more

Compensation culture?

A fatal industrial accident and recently released HSE statistics serve to remind us that work can be dangerous. Read more

A Journey Through the Cycling Year

Allan McDougall Solicitors is delighted to be supporting The WS Society’s upcoming event, The Cycling Podcast for A Journey Through the Cycling Year. Read more

Double award shortlisting

Allan McDougall Solicitors has been shortlisted in both the Litigation Team of the Year and Excellence in Client Care categories in the Scottish Legal Awards 2018. Read more

Accidents at the gym

The last thing any new or seasoned gym enthusiast expects to happen is to suffer an injury whilst at the gym. Read more

A compensation offer is for life, not just for Christmas

The pre-Christmas financial pressure felt by many gives insurers a chance to settle claims cheaply. It’s understandable that some people want to cut a quick deal. Read more

Working at height

Falls from height are one of the most common causes of workplace fatalities and major injuries. Read more

How to choose a personal injury solicitor

If you have been injured in an accident, how do you decide which solicitor to choose? Read more

Double partner boost for Allan McDougall Solicitors

Allan McDougall Solicitors has announced the immediate appointment of two new partners, strengthening its litigation team. Read more

Litigation team short-listed for top award

Allan McDougall Solicitors are delighted to have been short-listed in the Litigation Team of the Year category in the prestigious Law Awards of Scotland 2017. Read more

Allan McDougall Solicitors and McQueen Legal to merge

Allan McDougall Solicitors and McQueen Legal have merged, creating an expanded business with more than 70 staff, seven partners and nine offices. Read more

Our Founder: The Allan McDougall Story

Allan McDougall Solicitors’ heritage dates back over 90 years to the beginning of the last century. Read more

David Nicol bows out as partner

David Nicol has stepped down as an Allan McDougall Solicitors partner after 32 years in the role. Read more

Cyclists call for improved infrastructure

To prevent or reduce cycling accidents, infrastructure needs to be improved by local and national government, according to cycling enthusiasts surveyed by Allan... Read more

Injury Prevention Day 2017

The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers instigated Injury Prevention Day, this year taking place on 16 August 2017. Read more

Summer Camp in Haddington

Allan McDougall Solicitors are pleased to be supporting Haddington Rugby Football Club’s Summer Camp again this year. Read more

Jackie Raitt accredited by Law Society

Congratulations to our Jackie Raitt who has been accredited by the Law Society of Scotland as a specialist in Personal Injury Law. Read more

What holds cyclists back from claiming injury compensation?

We are undertaking a short survey to find out cyclists' views on claiming compensation for injuries - win a £50 Marks & Spencer voucher! Read more

What do Unite members say about our personal injury team?

What do clients referred to us by Unite, the UK's largest trade union, think about the service they have received from our personal injury team? Read more

Personal injury team up for an award

Allan McDougall Solicitors' Personal Injury team is delighted to have been shortlisted for Litigation Team of the Year in the Scottish Legal Awards 2017. Read more

Winners at the Law Awards of Scotland 2016

Allan McDougall Solicitors is thrilled to have won the Private Client Firm of the Year award at the prestigious Law Awards of Scotland 2016 ceremony in Glasgow. Read more

Two Law Awards of Scotland short-listings

Allan McDougall Solicitors are delighted to have been short-listed for two awards in the prestigious Law Awards of Scotland 2016. The Law Awards of Scotland, operated... Read more

A triple pronged attack on cycling accidents

Achieving a reduction in cycling accidents would seem to be a commendable aspiration. Read more

Cathy Burnett retires after 57 years!

We recently bid a fond farewell to Cathy Burnett, retiring after a quite remarkable 57 years’ service with the firm. She made a massive contribution to Allan... Read more

Award nominations for Employment and Property teams

Allan McDougall Solicitors have been shortlisted as finalists in the Employment Team of the Year and Residential Property Team of the Year categories in the Scott + Co... Read more

You've had a cycling accident - what next?

In January, U2 frontman Bono was involved in a cycling accident in New York, and reportedly, may never play guitar again. Read more

Gordon Bathgate:

Chambers UK, the leading guide to the legal profession, has commented in its 2014 edition that Allan McDougall Solicitors’ Managing Partner Gordon Bathgate is... Read more

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• Thank you to David Harris for all your hard work and effort during my recent claim. I appreciate the understanding and support shown by yourself and your staff to me and my family.
  M.C. June 2018
• I would certainly recommend using this firm. Caitlin Souter was friendly , knowledgeable and professional at all times.
  P.M. May 2018
• Excellent service from start to finish. Special thanks to Jackie Raitt who kept me fully informed at all times.
  W.G. May 2018
• Very prompt on my case and am very pleased with the Julie Harris, who covered my case. Many thanks
  D.M. May 2018
• Great result and service. Sound advice given when I would have settled for less. Also, appreciated Jackie coming through to Glasgow for interview. Jackie provided me with a great service.
  R.C. May 2018
• Caitlin Souter was brilliant.
  I.H. May 2018
• Service from Gordon Milligan was excellent. No complaints!
  T.M. May 2018
• My case was difficult and after first meeting I did not hold out much hope but it all ended with a great result. Big thanks to Sean & Co.
  J.P. May 2018
• First class service from Julie Harris. I could not have asked for more.
  R.B. May 2018
• Fantastic service from Jackie Raitt and her team. Excellent investigation undertaken.
  I.B. May 2018
• I would not hesitate to contact the firm and Gordon Milligan in future and will highly recommend to friends & family. Thank you
  R.C. May 2018
• I wish to thank Jackie Raitt for her help with my case. The settlement was a lot more than I anticipated and I have no doubt that this outcome was down to her thoroughness & professionalism. This is the second time she has worked on my behalf with very good results both times. I would have no hesitation in recommending Allan McDougall to family & friends.
  C.M. April 2018
• Highly recommended. I am very pleased with the service provided by Caitlin Souter. Very helpful and professional Thank you.
  A.W. March 2018
• The service was excellent. Gordon Milligan was first class.
  W.M. March 2018
• I cannot thank Caitlin Souter enough for her hard work and advice given regarding my claim, and for bringing it to a satisfactory conclusion on my behalf.
  J.M. March 2018
• First class service from Jackie Raitt from start to finish. Thanks once again.
  J.M. March 2018
• I could not have been more happy with the work carried out by Gordon Milligan on my behalf.
  R.T. January 2018
• I am extremely grateful for the help and support I received from Sean White.
  R.R. January 2018
• I would like to thank Mr Harris and his staff for their honesty and frank views. Excellent outcome, could not be happier.
  J.M. January 2018
• Very professional service. I would like to thank Caitlin and others involved for securing my personal injury award.
  G.W. January 2018