Damages-based agreement (DBA)
The lawyer takes a percentage of the damages you recover instead of hourly fees. The cap, including VAT, is 25% in personal injury claims, 35% in employment claims and 50% in other claims.
Frequently asked questions
What is Damages-based agreement?
The lawyer takes a percentage of the damages you recover instead of hourly fees. The cap, including VAT, is 25% in personal injury claims, 35% in employment claims and 50% in other claims.
Where is the term used?
Mainly in England and Wales.