Are you entitled to claim compensation for a road traffic accident?
If your traffic collision was at least partly the fault of someone else, you’re likely to have a claim. The law calls this “negligence”; for example, if someone’s driving falls below the standard of a reasonable driver.
It’s important to note that even if an accident was partly your fault or you weren’t wearing a seatbelt, as long as someone else is also partly to blame, you may still have a valid claim.
If you were injured as a passenger in a vehicle, it’s very likely that you have a claim.
Our expert solicitors will be able to assess your claim, talk to you about the law that might apply, and advise you if you have a road traffic accident claim. This can be a complex area of law, so if you have any doubts at all, contact one of our expert team today.
What if you’ve been injured by an uninsured or untraced driver?
If you’ve been the victim of a road collision caused by an uninsured or untraced driver (in a “hit and run”) you might be concerned that you won’t be able to obtain compensation.
However, in many cases, there will be a policy of insurance relevant to the vehicle against which a claim can be made. Also, the Motor Insurers’ Bureau exists to allow those injured by uninsured or untraced drivers to bring a claim.
If you’ve been seriously injured and are concerned that the person who caused your accident might be uninsured or untraced, we can advise you of the options open to you to secure compensation.
Types of road traffic collision claims
Our expert solicitors have considerable experience acting for clients who have suffered life-changing and fatal injuries in:
- Car accidents – caused by speeding, not keeping a proper lookout or not abiding by road markings and signals
- Motorbike accidents – often where other road users fail to see a motorcyclist and cause an accident
- Cycling accidents – where other road users collide with cyclists, for example by not giving them enough room
- Pedestrian accidents – where pedestrians are hit by vehicles driven by other road users
- Bus or coach accidents – where passengers or other road users are injured in a collision
- Lorry accidents – where safety regulations aren’t properly followed or the driver hasn’t been correctly trained and causes a collision with another road user
- Unsecured load accidents – where the load a vehicle is carrying causes an accident, for example by flying off or obstructing the road and causing a hazard for other road users
The types of serious injuries we have helped people claim compensation for include:
How our road traffic accident solicitors can help you
An unexpected accident and serious injuries can cause financial worries for you and your family. While the law surrounding what can be claimed is complex, our expert lawyers will obtain all the evidence necessary to get you the compensation you deserve.
But we also fully understand that compensation is only a part of what you need after suffering a serious injury. Accessing the best possible treatment and rehabilitation to co-ordinate support and maximise your recovery is as important because this can often lead to greater independence, a better quality of life and, in some cases, a return to work.
That’s why, wherever possible, we’ll seek payments on account of damages at an early stage to reduce your financial concerns and help you get access to the treatment you need as quickly as possible.
Examples of successful road traffic accident compensation claims
- Over £2 million in damages for a man in his 20s who sustained a brain injury in a car accident when his friend crashed the car he was a passenger in.
- £2m compensation for a cyclist through the MIB after he was knocked from his bike by a hit-and-run driver. He suffered a hypoxic brain injury, affecting his cognition and leaving him with severe fatigue.
- £1.5m for a woman who suffered a brachial plexus injury, resulting in severe chronic pain, after a van driver knocked her from her motorbike by opening his door as she filtered through stationary traffic on the M25 motorway.
- Interim payments to fund rehabilitation and treatment for a woman whose leg had to be amputated after other cars collided and span out of control into her.
- We represented the family of a person who died when a lorry failed to see their vehicle stopped on a smart motorway and collided with their car. We supported the family through the criminal proceedings and the driver was sentenced to a period of imprisonment for causing death by dangerous driving.
- We represented the family of a man who died in a motorway collision involving 34 vehicles. Seven people tragically lost their lives and many more were seriously injured after smoke from a nearby firework display combined with fog to significantly restrict vision on the motorway. We represented the family at the Inquest into the deaths and successfully recovered compensation for the dependents of the deceased.
Why choose our road traffic accident solicitors?
- Proven track record of securing compensation in the most complex road traffic accident claims
- Sensitive and caring approach to your situation and support throughout your claim
- Serious injury team includes Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, accredited brain injury specialists and solicitors independently recognised for their excellence
- Interim compensation payments sought whenever possible to help with financial pressures
- Senior solicitor or partner overseeing your claim to ensure you get the best advice and service
- Offices up and down the country and solicitors who can visit you at home, where possible, to discuss your claim
Contact a specialist road traffic accident solicitor
If you or a loved one has suffered life-changing injuries from a road traffic accident where someone else was at least partly to blame, book a free initial consultation to discuss your claim. You can either get in touch online or call us on 0800 316 8892.
