The acting profession sometimes needs a no win, no fee solicitor

Acting is largely considered a glamorous career, and not one that necessarily involves much in the way of heavy lifting or exposure to danger. However, as stage sets grow more and more complex and mechanised, the more likely it is that an actor may need the services of a medical professional and a no win, no fee solicitor.

Examples
Most recently, one of the Rangers in the lavish production of Lord of the Rings, in London's West End, was caught in the motorised stage, damaging his leg. The show was stopped. Previously, an actor made a successful compensation claim against one of Andrew Lloyd Webber's companies for injuries incurred while starring in Whistle Down the Wind, including a hernia and musculoskeletal damage.

He claimed that "I'm not the only one who's suffered on stage. I know of numerous other actors, dancers and singers who have been injured. The standards we accept in the name of entertainment are just not good enough."

His case demonstrates that there need not be bad blood between a claimant and the employer, as he has returned to work with Lloyd Webber as the Elvis-inspired Pharaoh in Joseph, receiving glowing reviews.

No win, no fee solicitors in the theatre
Like any other intermittent job, acting can see people moving between moments of relative poverty and prosperity. This means that a no win, no fee solicitor is an ideal choice if a compensation claim for a work-related injury should need to be made, particularly if the injury received prevents the actor from working, as there are no up-front fees.

If you have received a personal injury while performing your duties, whether or not you are in the entertainment industry, you may be eligible to make a compensation claim. You can discuss your case in confidence with our advisors at any time of day, either by calling 0800 10 757 95 or requesting a call from an advisor at a time of your choosing with our call-back form. We also provide an e-chat window in case you prefer to discuss your case on screen.

You will be matched up to a no win, no fee solicitor who will endeavour to bring your case to a successful conclusion. There are no fees for YouClaim clients, win or lose, in work-related injury cases, and you will receive the full amount of any damages awarded. Contact us now to find out more about how we can help you further.