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Client Experiences

What our clients have shared with us

These are genuine reflections from people who came to us during difficult periods. We share them with their permission, edited only for length.

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Client Feedback

What clients have said

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Ahmad Hazwan bin Rosli

Ipoh, Perak

I was hit from behind at a junction in Ipoh while on my motorcycle. I had no idea how to proceed with a claim against the other driver's insurer. Radzuan explained everything step by step without making me feel rushed. The process was long — about 16 months — but I always knew what was happening. The settlement was fair, and I felt informed throughout.

Motor vehicle claim — March 2025

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Siew Chuan Ooi

Taiping, Perak

My mother passed away following a surgery that we believed was handled negligently. I came to Setia Chambers in a very fragile state. Yee Shan was patient with me and never once made the process feel adversarial. She was upfront about how long these things take and did not raise my expectations beyond what was realistic. The matter is still ongoing, but I feel I am in capable and honest hands.

Medical negligence — February 2025

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Ravindran Krishnaswamy

Batu Gajah, Perak

I injured my back at a construction site and was unsure whether SOCSO would cover everything. Nithya attended the medical board hearing with me — I had not expected that level of support. The SOCSO invalidity assessment was revised after her review, and I received a higher benefit rate than initially awarded. Clear, practical, and calm throughout.

Workplace injury — January 2025

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Faizul Zulkifli

Teluk Intan, Perak

My family was involved in a road accident involving a lorry whose driver fled the scene. We were told by others this was almost impossible to claim against. Radzuan knew exactly how the Motor Insurers' Bureau claim worked and guided us through the process. It took nearly two years but we received appropriate compensation. I would not have known this option existed without them.

Motor vehicle — untraced driver — March 2025

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Ng Tze Ling

Ipoh, Perak

I initially consulted Setia Chambers about a possible medical negligence claim. After reviewing the records, Yee Shan advised me that while something had clearly gone wrong, the evidence for a breach of duty was not strong enough to pursue litigation with confidence. I appreciated that honesty more than I can say. They referred me to the MMC complaint process instead, which felt more proportionate. A difficult conversation, handled with care.

Medical negligence assessment — April 2025

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Hamidah binti Bakri

Kampar, Perak

My husband was struck by a vehicle while cycling to work. The at-fault driver's insurer made an offer that we felt was too low. Setia Chambers reviewed the schedule of loss, identified several heads of damage that had not been included, and negotiated a significantly improved settlement. The process was managed without unnecessary back-and-forth, and the final outcome was better than we had hoped for.

Motor vehicle — pedestrian claim — February 2025


Case Studies

Three matters in more detail

These illustrate different aspects of how we work across our three service areas. Details have been generalised to protect client confidentiality.

Motorcyclist injured by uninsured driver, Perak highway

Motor Vehicle Claim — resolved March 2025

Challenge

Client suffered fractures to his left arm and collar bone when struck by a vehicle that was subsequently found to be uninsured. Insurers initially declined to engage given the at-fault driver's status.

Approach

Claim submitted to the Motor Insurers' Bureau of West Malaysia under the uninsured driver provisions. Medical records obtained and schedule of loss prepared drawing on the Compendium for equivalent fracture injuries.

Outcome

MIB accepted liability and a settlement was reached within 18 months of the initial filing, covering general damages, medical expenses, and loss of income during the recovery period.

Post-surgical complication following elective procedure

Medical Negligence Preparation — ongoing from January 2025

Challenge

Client developed a serious infection following a routine orthopaedic procedure. Family believed the post-operative care fell below standard but had no independent medical view on whether the outcome was avoidable.

Approach

Full clinical records obtained from the treating hospital. An independent orthopaedic specialist was engaged to assess whether the post-operative monitoring and care met the Bolam standard. The specialist's preliminary view supported a potential breach.

Where it stands

Writ proceedings have been filed. The matter is at the early stages of civil litigation. The family has been advised of the expected multi-year timeline and has found the regular updates from our team helpful in managing uncertainty.

Scaffolding collapse at construction site, Ipoh

Workplace Injury — SOCSO appeal resolved February 2025

Challenge

Worker suffered spinal injuries when scaffolding collapsed on site. Initial SOCSO invalidity assessment placed him at a lower disability percentage than his treating doctor believed was accurate.

Approach

Nithya attended the review medical board hearing with the client and submitted a formal written challenge to the initial assessment, supported by the treating specialist's report and an independent orthopaedic review.

Outcome

The SOCSO Appellate Board revised the invalidity percentage upward, resulting in materially higher monthly benefit payments. A separate third-party negligence action was subsequently advised and is being prepared.


By The Numbers

Some markers of our practice

18+

Years of combined personal injury practice

340+

Clients supported across all three service areas

4.8

Average client satisfaction across completed matters

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All solicitors in active standing with Malaysian Bar Council


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Whether you have a question after reading these accounts, or you are ready to describe your own situation, we welcome hearing from you. There is no fee for the first conversation.

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Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Closed Malaysian public holidays

Trust indicators

  • Solicitor-client privilege observed on all matters
  • Written engagement terms before work begins
  • First conversation at no fee — no obligation to proceed
  • PDPA 2010 compliant data handling
  • All solicitors hold current Malaysian Bar Council membership
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