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Making a Road Accident Claim

There are many different types of Road Accident Claims. The more common are as follows:-

• Motorcycle and Motorbike Accident Compensation Claims
• Whiplash Injury Compensation Claims
• Passenger Accident and Injury Claims
• Bicycle Accident Compensation Claims
• Bus Accident Compensation Claims
• Pedestrian Accident Compensation Claims
• Car Accident Compensation Claims
• Accidents Involving Hit and Run and Stolen Vehicles
• Accidents that have happened abroad

Road Traffic Accidents are one of the most common forms of accidents and many people are killed and injured as a result each year. Drivers, passengers, pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists all sustain varying degrees of injury, from the relatively minor soft tissue injuries to catastrophic and fatal injuries.

If you are unfortunate enough to be involved in a horrific road traffic accident, which was not your fault, then you may be entitled to make a personal injury compensation claim.

If you are passenger in a vehicle; which is involved in a collision, your personal injury compensation claim would be made against the insurance company of the person responsible for the accident, whether that is the driver of the vehicle you were travelling in or a third party driver or even both.

If you are a pedestrian, a motorcyclist, a pedal cyclist or a driver, your claim would be made against the insurance company of the person driving the vehicle; which collided with you.
You may also be able to make a claim for compensation if you are involved in a road accident abroad.

Bus Accident Compensation Claims

If you are involved in an accident and are injured whilst a passenger on a bus it is possible to make a claim against the person who caused the accident. However, one needs to be able to prove negligence on the part of either the Bus Driver or any other motorist or party involved.
It is important to make sure you obtain any witness details of any of the passengers on the bus and/or the bus driver’s details. Also it is vital to take down details of the bus travelled on, the route taken and the time of the accident.

The Motor Insurers' Bureau (MIB)

Road Traffic Accidents involving Uninsured or Untraced Drivers
Even if you have been injured or your property has been damaged by an uninsured or untraced driver, you may still be able to make a claim for compensation via the Motor Insurers' Bureau or MIB and we will be happy to discuss pursuing this on your behalf.

What will it cost me to make a claim?

Absolutely nothing. We operate on a no win no fee basis. This means that you will receive 100% of the compensation you are awarded. You may also have the benefit of Legal Expenses Insurance which we can discuss with you.

What can I claim for?

• Injury to you or a passenger
• Trauma or distress to you or a passenger
• Loss of income/and or future income
• Damage to your car
• Car storage charges
• Damage/loss of personal property
• Cost of replacement vehicle hire
• Insurance excesses
• Expenses such as prescription costs or travelling expenses.

How long will my claim take?

It is hard to estimate how long any claim will take. The time scale depends on a variety of factors such as the severity of the injuries, how long you take to recover from your injuries and whether liability is admitted by the Third Party. As a general rule it is possible to conclude a straightforward claim in less than 6 months. We have even concluded claims in as little as 3 months. Obviously if your injuries are more serious the claim will take longer and we will advise you of this as your case proceeds.
To find out if you have a Road Traffic Accident claim, simply call our freephone number 0800 731 2586, or complete the online enquiry form NOW for totally confidential, free, no-obligation, expert advice.

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